Home Remedies for Pets
There are many things that you can do to keep your pet healthy and strong without using medications and treatments from the veterinarian. Of course, you should get help for your pet if he has been injured seriously or is suffering from an unidentified illness.
Our pets can suffer from common illnesses just as we do. Animals can have an upset stomach, allergies, colds, dry skin, rashes and any number of problems that can all be treated with the same holistic approach that you take for your own health. The most important area where you can help your pet live a healthy life is with their diet. Choose a good quality pet food that is suitable for your pet. You can also choose to make your pets food with some healthy recipes that are available online.
Fevers in Your Pet
When your pet is suffering from a fever, give him a cool bath to help bring the fever down and use cool compresses on the belly to help reduce the fever. You will notice that your pet is lethargic when they have a temperature. If the fever persists, bring your animal to the vet.
Home Remedies for Fleas
Fleas are a nuisance for your pet that can cause some serious health issues if they are not dealt with. There are many natural remedies that you can use on your pet and in your home to make sure that the flea population is eradicated on your pet and in your home. The first thing that you should know is that if you see one flea on your pet, there could be hundreds in the environment. Fleas only live on your pet for about ten percent of the time. The rest of the time they are in the carpet and your pets bedding in the home. To treat your pet only will not eliminate the problem. You must treat your home. Lemon, salt, coriander, dill, bay leaves and clove can be used in the home as natural pesticides. Vacuum frequently and treat your pet with an organic product that does not contain the toxic chemicals that are in most commercial flea products.
Home Remedy for Motion Sickness
Letting your pet sit in the front seat where they can look out the window is a good cure for car sickness. Crack the window a little bit to let the animal get some air. Every pet is different and some might prefer to have a little food in their stomach before a road trip while others must travel on an empty tummy. Monitor your pet to find out which works best for you and your pet.
Home remedy for Urinary Infection
Urinary infections can be treated in your pet with cranberry or citrus juices. Feed these to your pet to make their urine acidic which will help eliminate the bacteria that is causing the infection.
Of course, you should always take your pet to the vet if their symptoms persist or their health is deteriorating.
Pets can be helpless when it comes to their own health and they are counting on you to help them feel better. Sometimes it is as simple as helping them feel more comfortable while they are recovering from an illness or injury.