NATURAL AND HERBAL DOG REMEDIES
Why do we turn to natural and herbal dog remedies? Because they are much safer for our pets than traditional veterinarian medicines – that’s why! It does get a little confusing though when we are looking for natural and herbal dog remedies for our pets as some terminology is used interchangeably and we don’t know the difference in approaches. If you are looking for safe alternatives you have come to the right place. You obviously know that if you have treated your canine friend with traditional medicines in the past then you have witnessed some adverse reactions in your pets.
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We will discuss the various alternative medicines and natural and herbal dog remedies below.
HERBAL REMEDIES AND FORMULAS – An herbal formula is just what it sounds like. It is an alternative treatment using herbal extracts. We all know that the Chinese have used herbs for centuries in treating a variety of health issues. In fact the Chinese have practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 5,000 years. Today we also use these herbs in various forms for treatment of many canine ailments and illnesses.
Herbal dog remedies are used to treat and help conditions such as fleas and ticks, arthritis, heartworms, allergies, and support for general health in our canine friends.
NATURAL HOMEOPATHIC REMEDIES AND FORMULAS – Natural and homeopathic pet formulas can also be used to treat a variety of pet health issues such as digestive issues, organ support (heart, liver, etc), urinary tract issues, joint support (arthritic conditions), overall health support and for calming aids for our anxious dogs.
Homeopathy treatment offers an alternative to conventional veterinarian medicines and treatments. Many of these natural and herbal dog remedies come in liquid form which makes administration very easy.
Today you can also find homeopathic veterinarians by contacting the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. It is no wonder that many vets have now turned to holistic and homeopathic remedies to provide natural and herbal dog remedies for our pets.
ESSENTIALS OILS – Essential oils can have remarkable therapeutic effects on our dogs. The great thing about this type of treatment is that many essential oils smell great and fall within the category of natural and herbal dog remedies. Many times these essential oils are made from herbs and flowers. These formulas are made from botanicals such as neem, citronella, lavender, cedar, rosemary, chamomile, and lemongrass. Essential oil formulas are used to treat many skin irritations, used for massage, and some are insect repellants. Some herbal soap formulas are also used for insect repellants.
FLOWER ESSENCES – Flower essences are generally regarded as being very safe to use with our pets for natural dog remedies. They have also been reported to be safe over long periods of use. They can be used to calm pets that are anxious from loud noises, thunderstorms, gun shots etc. They are very easy to administer. These natural pet remedies can also be used in conjunction with most all other types of natural and herbal dog remedies. Flower essences are also being used to soothe allergies and to soothe arthritic joints.
NATURAL PET FOODS AND SUPPLEMENTS
As a compliment to using natural and herbal dog remedies to treat a variety of our dog’s illnesses and ailments many pet owners are now turning to natural dog foods , supplements, vitamins, and natural dog treats. The reason for this is pretty simple. If you can support good natural dog health then we can prevent many problems down the road. As humans we know the importance of good nutrition and eating wholesome natural foods rather than commercially processed goods.
NATURAL DOG TREATS – All natural dog treats come in a variety of forms. These can be purchased as chews, biscuits, bones, crunches, and as moist goodies. Most natural dog treats are made from organic ingredients. These treats are usually wheat/grain free, made with organic meat such as beef, chicken, turkey, fish, bison and lamb. They also contain whole fruits and vegetables. They do not contain antibiotics, hormones, added sugar or salt, by-products, preservatives, additives, fillers, or artificial coloring agents. They are high in protein and low in carbohydrates to promote good weight maintenance and contain essential nutrients. Most natural dog treats are tasty, easy to digest, easy to chew and nutritional.
NATURAL DOG FOOD – All natural dog food comes in a variety of forms. Examples are natural dry kibble form, canned, dehydrated, freeze dried and raw. Just as with the natural dog treats these natural foods are made with organic ingredients such as meat, veggies and fruits. They do not contain antibiotics, additives, pesticides etc. They come in raw meat form or vegetarian form. They are formulated for all stages of growth for our dogs and even formulated for pregnant dogs or lactating dogs. They contain prebiotics, probiotics, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids and healthy organic nutrients. Best of all most all natural dog food products are not subjected to high heat during processing. There are many premium holistic canine pet foods on the market today. Many of these premium dog foods contain Vitamins such as A, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12, C, D, E, K, as well as minerals and multiple forms of beneficial fatty acids and essential amino acids.
NATURAL PET SUPPLEMENTS – Natural pet supplements are used to support the immune systems of our canine friends and are also used to help allergies, treat aggression and anxiety, provide good dental health and for proper weight management. There are daily and multi-vitamin formulas, essential fatty acids, digestive enzymes and prebiotics and probiotics.
NATURAL PET VITAMINS – Natural pet vitamins provide a balance of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, fatty acids, and enzymes to promote better overall health and support the physical and mental health of our dogs.
So Natural Pet Foods, Natural Pet Treats, Natural Pet Chews and Bones, Natural Pet Supplements and Vitamins are used in conjunction with natural and herbal dog remedies for our dogs’ health care.
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