Herbal Treatment for Pets

For people who take a holistic approach to life, using an herbal treatment for pets with health conditions is a natural step.

The Nature of Animal Healing

The premise behind using an herbal treatment for pets is that healing starts on the inside, and what you feed your pet on a daily basis may be doing more harm than good. A holistic approach eliminates harmful elements from your pet's diet, including things you may not even consider like:

• Additives
• Hormones
• Pesticides
• Preservatives

Dr. Martin Goldstein, author of The Nature of Animal Healing, backs up this premise in his book in which he talks about why our beloved pets get sick in the first place, and the best course of action to take using herbs, supplements and other natural remedies. This book is an inspirational how-to written by a holistic veterinarian and makes a great reference to a pet owner's holistic library.

Herbal pet treatments come in a variety of forms from powders, to sprays, to pills and are used as medicinal herbal remedies to treat the following conditions:

• Arthritis
• Bites
• Cancer tumor therapy
• Dermatitis
• Diabetes
• Ear infections
• General infections
• Hair loss
• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypothyroidism
• Indigestion
• Infections
• Itching
• Pain
• Parasites
• Pressure sore
• Skin diseases
• Urinary incontinence
• Urinary tract infection
• Wounds
• More

When choosing herbal products to treat your pet, it's important to check into the background of the company or individuals behind the product. Don't be afraid to ask questions. You want herbal products made from high quality, organic ingredients, if possible, that have been created with your pet in mind—not your pocket book. Questions you may want to ask should include things like:

• Have dogs or cats suffered any harmful side-effects from the product?
• Does the product help to build up the pet's natural defenses against health problems?
• How is the product administered?
• How often is it administered?
• Can you get a discount by buying a larger amount?
• How long does the effectiveness of the product last?
• How soon are results evident?
• What is the return policy?

To better understand herbal treatments, add a book or two to your library to have on hand when a question arises. Here are a few to consider:

• Give Your Dog A Bone by Ian Billinghurst
• Grow Your Pups with Bones: The BARF Program For Breeding Healthy Dogs And Eliminating Skeletal Disease by Ian Billinghurst
• Natural Nutrition for Dogs and Cats by Kymythy R. Schultze
• The BARF Diet: Raw Feeding for Dogs and Cats Using Evolutionary Principles by Ian Billinghurst

If you want to keep your pets health at its best, some of the holistic supplements to have on hand include products like:

• Bee pollen – A valuable source of naturally occurring vitamins.
• Marine phytoplankton – Rich in natural minerals and vitamins, it supports a healthy heart.
• Fulvic minerals – Provides antioxidants, enzymes, naturally occurring antibiotics, antifungals, antivirals, amino acids, biochemicals and phytochemicals.
• Kelp – Contains properties known to alleviate arthritis pain, boost energy, enhance immunity, fight cancer and heart disease and improve liver function.
• Flaxseed oil – A valuable source of omega 3 fatty acids.

Herbal products for pets are not always easy to locate at your local pet store, but you can always ask them to order items. As an alternative, you can also enjoy the convenience of shopping online. Here are a few popular herbal treatments for pets:

• Herbal Heartworm Program
• Skin & Coat Formula for Dogs & Cats: 60 chewable tablets
• Agility Supplement for Dogs
• Skin and Coat Supplement for Dogs
• Herbs for Hair Growth in Dogs
• Life's Abundance Gourmet Treats for Healthy Skin and Coat for Cats

Along with herbal treatments to improve your dog's health, look into purchasing a holistic pet food to provide the quality nutrition your pet needs day in and day out. As part of this diet, include pure water. Chlorine and other chemicals found in tap water are no better for your pet than they are for you. It's an investment in a very special relationship, and when you see your companion's improved health you'll be happy you made the change.

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