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Alter Water for Dogs, Hot Spots and More

Annie B. Bond — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 16:00:04 +0000

A kennel that specialized in racing Greyhounds reported that Willard Water XXX was able to get rid of a stubborn virus. Other dog owners describe aggressive dogs becoming mellow after using Willard Water XXX in their drinking water. A tablespoon can be added to your dog's meat meal to kill bacteria.

Natural Treatment for Pet Burns and Scrapes

Annie B. Bond — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 16:00:42 +0000

Many of us use juice from the aloe vera plant to soothe sunburn or take the sting out of scrapes. But what you may not know is that aloe vera is good for our dogs and cats, too.

Find out how leaves from the aloe vera plant can help your cat or dog heal quickly from scrapes, cuts, and burns. It�s safe and easy to use!

6 Tips for Healthy Doggie-Teeth

Annie B. Bond — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 19:00:40 +0000

Don�t dismiss doggie breath. That odious odor could be an early warning sign of gingivitis or other dental problems. But these six simple tips will help you keep your darling doggie�s teeth their pearliest white:

Boo Boo Healing Salve For Dogs

Annie B. Bond — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:36 +0000

Boo Boo Healing Salve is a wonderful all-purpose first-aid ointment for all sorts of canine wounds and irritations and is excellent for paw care. To increase the therapeutic value, the base oils can be infused with a variety of skin soothing herbs, such as calendula petals, rose petals, chamomile flowers and lavender flowers. Makes approximately 4 ounces [...]

Aromatherapy Skin Relief For Dogs

Jana Ballinger — Fri, 02 May 2008 16:00:27 +0000

Essential oil blends used in dog shampoo can help relieve skin conditions, as well as help protect against fleas and ticks. The following recipes all call for the essential oils to be added to eight ounces of an all-natural shampoo base. Skin Soothing Shampoo for Dogs with Itchy Skin and Allergies 2 drops Geranium 6 drops Rosewood 6 drops [...]

Garlic and Your Pets

Melissa Breyer — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:00:54 +0000

Garlic has been given medicinally to humans and animals for at least 4,000 years. In the past 20 years, 2,000 studies have been performed on garlic�s impact on our most serious, widespread illnesses. One report concluded that the herb may have direct benefits against the “seven major diseases of our time: Hypertension, hyperlipemia [...]

Pamper Your Pooch with Essential Oils

Jana Ballinger — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:30:54 +0000

Any dog has time in its life when it doesn’t smell as fresh and clean as if it was just washed in a fresh, spring-fed lake. This is where essential oils can come to the rescue. Not only do they mask unpleasant odors but they offer some aromatherapy to the dog and household. You can create [...]

Calm Canine Essential Oil Blend

Annie B. Bond — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:00:06 +0000

Here is an ideal blend of essential oils to calm dogs in stressful situations: dogs with separation anxiety; training or show nerves; hyperactivity; fear of people, places, or things. Just hold this blend to their noses.

Doggie Fresh Breath Blend Formula

Annie B. Bond — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:39:32 +0000

Oh, that awful dog breath! If your canine pal has breath that could stop a rhino at forty paces, first be sure that there is not a dental issue going on, and that she is generally healthy. If she checks out okay, then it's just a case of canine halitosis--and here is some great all-natural help for it. Many dogs love the taste of this simple formula!

Pet Aggression: 7 Holistic Solutions

Jana Ballinger — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:00:55 +0000

Dogs and cats with dominant personalities will sometimes use aggression to get their way, and with their sharp claws and strong jaws, they can do considerable damage in a very short time. That�s why aggression is such a serious problem.