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HOLISTIC PET CARE The following are articles that I discovered on our Native Remedy site. I have used holistic pet care for our home pets for many years and I feel this article gave the best summary of its benefit. Over the years, our dog suffered from health hazards such as pollution, nutrition and stress just like humans. While we sought out the best foods, it was sometimes difficult. These days, emotional and psychological problems like depression, anxiety, and behavioral problems are just as prevalent in pets as they are in humans. Similarly, physical ailments such as diabetes, arthritis, chronic fatigue, digestive disorders, cystitis, kidney and liver disease, skin disorders, obesity, thyroid dysfunction and other problems are becoming more and more common in domesticated animals. Many, if not most of these conditions can be prevented by helping your pets to live a healthier lifestyle. For pets already suffering from existing conditions, holistic pet care is the answer! It is never too late to make adjustments. Conventional medicine for animals and 'modern technology' is appropriate in some situations but other times it has failed our pets in many ways. According to pet expert and author CJ Puotinen, most holistic veterinarians and animal health care professions list annual vaccinations and commercial pet foods as the major contributory cause in the rising rates of chronic illness in pets today. Similarly, Juliette de Bairacli Levy, respected author and renowned animal breeder, points out that contrary to the belief that mass vaccination and antibiotic use will contribute to a decrease in disease, the opposite has in fact proved true. Like their human counterparts, today's pets are becoming more and more vulnerable to chronic disease and ill health. This is where I believe an holistic pet care approach is best. Fortunately, many veterinarians searched for alternatives and discovered a more holistic pet care approach. At the bottom of this section, I copied an article from Pet Alive.com. As I read it, I smiled inwardly. So many people consider grooming a pet with the focus of a shiny coat as a summertime task. However, a shiny coat never goes out of season. Our pets are no different than we are...They like to look just as beautiful as their human owners. When we chose the section heading of "holistic Pet Care" most readers do not think of including grooming. I believe grooming is just as important. If you have any comments, go to one of our blogs and let us know. Contact us at either cardinalcomments.blogspot.com or blog.aidepack.com Do herbal and homeopathic remedies work on pets? "In the wild, animals instinctively seek out healing herbs to help them when they are ill or undernourished. In fact, Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of medicine, respected dogs very highly for their ability to seek out and eat medicinal herbs in the wild. This ability is shared by other animals, including cats. We are coming to realize that nature often has the answers - but animals have always known this! Natural medicine can help your pet just as it can help you. While there is always a place for conventional veterinary medicine, natural medicine can compliment conventional veterinary care and in many cases cure your pets just as well - without the side effects and damage to health that can accompany synthetic drugs and antibiotics." Michele Carelse, Clinical Psychologist. Michele works for Native Remedies, developing a division of holistic pet care. She recognized the benefits that come from wild animals. These benefits are easily transferred to our pets. Dr. Glenn Ferguson, a traditional Chinese Doctor stated: "When a veterinary surgeon practices the use of homeopathic medicine and is asked why he does so, he may give one of several answers. The simple answer would be that the results are good, an emphatic answer would be that homeopathic treatment has no unpleasant or dangerous side effects, while still achieving successful results. The BEST answer is that holistic pet care is best, just as it is for human care.(my comments) The PetAlive Homeopathic range has been formulated with this knowledge and is specifically designed to treat your pet in a holistic and natural manner."  How to Give a Dog a Shiny CoatA healthy skin and a lustrous coat is a matter of great owner pride. It also reflects the internal good health of a pet. Two things are extremely necessary for a good, shiny dog coat - internal health and external care. Beauty, as you know, is only skin deep. A strong and healthy body can ensure a healthy skin and, in turn, a shiny coat. Whatever the color or type of coat, proper nutrition is instrumental in improving the appearance of a dog’s coat. There are many dog food brands that claim to have adequate nutrients that can help in obtaining a good coat for your pet. You can also choose to give your dog a nutritional coat supplement. These supplements can provide all the specific nutrients that are necessary for a good skin and coat. Before buying dog food make sure that you read the label for its contents. Not all the pet foods available in the market pay proper heed to the quantitative and qualitative requirements of dogs. Carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals need to be in a proper balance to ensure a healthy skin. In case you are formulating a homemade diet, you should consult your veterinarian first. Intestinal parasites can gobble up nutrients and cause conditions that ultimately reflect on the skin and coat of the dog. The dog becomes weaker; the coat may lose its luster and require extra care. These parasites are mostly visible in the feces and can be treated with regular de-worming and prevented through cleaning the environment. External care All dogs need to be groomed by their owners. Cats are however, better at grooming themselves and therefore the amount of grooming, cleaning and bathing required for them is less. There are combs available for removing mats and untangling long hair. Regular brushing can remove dead hair and small scales from the skin and hair. Regular grooming can also help in early detection and treatment of external parasites. External parasites like ear mites and fleas or ticks induce excessive scratching in pets that ends up in causing lesions and patches, or canine and feline hair loss . External parasites can be very uncomfortable for the dog and can make life miserable. Shampoos meant for humans can cause allergic reactions in dogs. Specialized dog shampoos have a lower pH level, which is more suited to a dog’s skin. These shampoos are also treated especially so that they do not cause irritation in the eyes. If your dog has an itchy skin or if his coat looks rough and patchy, you can choose a shampoo meant for the specific condition. An organic shampoo is preferred if you know that your dog develops allergies or irritations from using normal dog shampoos. Quite a few cat and dog skin problems can be detected early if you groom your pet regularly. Some conditions like dog and cat dandruff , dog or cat acne and lesions are usually mild in nature and easy to treat at home. If you enjoyed reading this article, subscribe to our free monthly newsletter for useful health, lifestyle and product information, as well as monthly promotional discounts. |
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