has anyone heard of a home remedy called Maui Bowie mange buster?
The remedy is to help mange on dogs and cats its supposed to kill the mites that cause mange .
Please please take your dog to the vet – there are many supposed home remedies for curing things out there fore dogs and cats – but some are downright harmful/dangerous/fatal to animals. The vet can discuss safe methods of managing or getting rid of mange.
Natural Treatments for Dog Itching and Cat Bladder Infections
The skin: why your dog is itching
The skin is the largest organ of your pets’ body and reflective of what is going on in the body. Regularly brush your pet looking for fleas, lice or ticks. The hair coat should be soft and shiny.
If you are seeing areas of excessive shedding in your pet then you may be dealing with certain skin conditions such as mange, ringworm, hypothyroid disease or allergies; treatments for these are discussed in detail in my book, Veterinary Secrets Revealed.
If your pet has areas of hair missing around the face that are not itchy, then he may have a type of mange called demodex. This small parasite shows up in pets with depressed immune systems.
One very safe effective treatment is Vitamin E given at 400IU per 40lbs once daily for 3-4 weeks.
If your pet has an excess of flaky skin (dandruff), then she may be in need of a essential fatty acid supplement. Flax is the best source for dogs at a dose of 1 teaspoon per cup of dog food. For cats use the liquid supplement (such as fish oil).
Take note of any palpable lumps or bumps.
Lipomas (benign fatty tumors) commonly occur on the chest wall. If your dog has a soft moveable lump on her chest, then it is probably a fatty tumor.
Sebaceous cysts are another common lump; they can often be distinguished by squeezing out a cheesy substance. They are also very soft. Lumps and bumps become more prevalent as your pet ages and their immune system weakens.
The most important thing in helping your pet is having them on a premium quality diet and supplementing with additional antioxidants. The ones I suggest using are Vitamin E, Vitamin C and specific flavonoids.
Any lumps that are firm, rapidly growing, not easily moveable should be considered serious and examined by your veterinarian.
Allergies are one of the most common reasons that I see pets. There are a huge number of allergens. The 3 main classes are Food, Fleas and Environmental. The most common signs are excessive scratching, paw and anal licking, hair shedding and excess dandruff.
If you suspect that your pet has an allergy, then the first 2 things that I suggest are to eliminate external parasites as a cause, and to feed a hypo-allergenic diet for 4-6 weeks (there are many available).
Some very helpful at home remedies that I often use are:
TO THE BATH. An oatmeal shampoo with cool water will ease the itchiest skin. Leave the shampoo on for 10 minutes then rinse well. With the most severe allergies, bathe your pet twice weekly.
SOOTHE IT TOPICALLY. Calendula ointment is a herbal medication that has been successfully used to relieve the itch. Apply a thin coat twice daily to affected areas.
THE SUPPLEMENT CONNECTION. Fatty Acid supplements are very helpful in decreasing the level of inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids are most important. A great, inexpensive source is ground Flax Seeds; I give 1 tsp per cup of dog food. Cats are unable to metabolize Flax, so I only recommend the liquid supplement for them. Other sources include fish oil, primrose oil and specific veterinary supplements.
Evaluation of the Genital and Urinary system – cat bladder infections…
In male dogs look at the sheath of the penis to ensure there is no abnormal discharge. This is more common in intact males, so an easy remedy is to have your dog neutered. In female dogs examine the vulva. A common problem is skin fold infections.
These can be treated by washing the skin folds twice daily with an antiseptic such as Hibitane and applying a soothing cream such as Aloe Vera.
The urinary system is more difficult to evaluate, but there are some things you can do at home. Signs of a bladder infection are frequently urination, which may have blood and may be painful.
There are a number of home remedies for bladder infections, the most effective are Vitamin C and Cranberry juice. The Vitamin C acidifies the urine making it more difficult for the bacteria to grow, as well as dissolving the more common type of crystal, struvite. The Vitamin C dose is 250mg per 20lbs daily.
If you have a male cat, then it is imperative to determine that he is not completely blocked up. Using your thumb and other four fingers, palpate the entire lower abdomen. An obstructed bladder will feel like a firm distended balloon. If your male cat has this condition, it is an emergency and he must be treated by a veterinarian!
I discuss ways to prevent your cat from getting obstructed in my book; the most important thing is to feed a diet higher in moisture. This is accomplished with canned food. Then depending on the type of crystal he has it is important to either acidify the urine (with struvite) or make the urine more alkaline (oxalate crystals). An easy way to acidify the urine is to raise the meat protein level. Making the urine more alkaline involves decreasing the protein level and adding a supplement, potassium citrate.
If some of these tips and treatments have helped you, then get your copy of my book, Veterinary Secrets Revealed, today.
Dr. Andrew Jones
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Natural Home Remedies To Control Mange
How to Control Mange?
Many mammals suffer from a skin disease known as mange. Typically, it’s caused by a mite burrowing under the skin. Mange seems to be most common in cats and dogs, although other animals can get it. There are several types of mange but, thankfully, just a few affect your pets. The mites cannot be seen with the naked eye but their effects can be seen quite clearly. Some mange appears to be dandruff and has a short lifespan.
There are three main types of mange:
- Notoedric Mange: Scaly appearance on the skin that begins on the ears and spreads to affect the entire body without treatment. This type is more prevalent among dogs, cats, rabbits, and humans.
- Sarcoptic Mange: This type is most common in dogs and mostly attacks areas without hair. It’s quite itchy and is sometimes called canine scabies. This mange may spread between cats and humans.
- Demodectic Mange: Hair follicles are typically most affected with this mange. This extremely itchy and hard to cure mange can spread over the whole body. However, early treatment brings some success.
The earlier treatment for mange is begun the better the chances of successfully getting rid of it. There are many shampoos, medications and injections to control mange but there are also home remedies that can work just as well without the chemicals. In addition to treatment, some cases of mange are so bad that shaving or quarantine is required to keep it from transmitting to other pets.
Some tips to Control Mange:
- Brush the animal’s fur regularly. This helps remove scabs and skin.
- Ears can be especially uncomfortable when mange attacks. To treat inside of the ears, use two tablespoons of plain yogurt containing acidophilus and rub it inside the ears.
- One tablespoon of unpasteurized apple cider vinegar added to your pet’s meal will treat and reduce mange.
- A highly effective home remedy to treat mange is to use a mixture of one percent hydrogen peroxide with borax and water. Dissolve completely and bathe your dog using this mixture at least one time each week.
Mange is a very uncomfortable condition for your pet and anything you can do to protect your pet from catching it is important.
Best Remedy to Control Mange
Mange Breeder Pack is designed for the Breeders or people who have several pets with Demo Mange. This pack focuses on attacking the Mange HEAD-ON. It’s easy-to-use, safe and works quickly.
The Mange Breeder Pack offers potent antimicrobial action for your pets’ environment as well their skin to attack the Mange head-on.
Treat Infections
- Pet suffers less and does not cry because there is no infection from mange
- Your pet will no longer smell bad because of an underlying staph infection
- Because your pet does not smell you can hold them again
- Your pet can return to its normal activities because he no longer is lethargic
- Saves money on prescription antibiotics and vet bills
- You can treat the infection from home and never have to leave home or miss work
Summary
Mange makes your dog or cat quite miserable and it’s for this reason that you want to use home remedies to ward off the symptoms and to Control Mange.
