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Commercial pet foods
I am often asked to explain what exactly is wrong with the
"normal" pet foods. Even when it is obvious from the health of
the pet, it may be difficult to say what it is about the food
which makes it unsuitable. Unlike for human food the law...
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The Dog's Internal Anatomy: Part 1 - Skeletal
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The Greyhound
A greyhound is classified as a sighthound, whose ancestry dates back many centuries BC. In 1906, America began oval track racing with an artificial lure designed to attract spectators to bet on the first dog past the post. This new trend soon caught...
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Natural Ear Mite Remedies
Ear Cleaning & Ear Mite Treatment
A healthy ear cleaning program should begin with regular
cleaning with cotton balls and cotton swabs. Remember that cats
and dogs have an L shaped ear canal so you will not hurt the ear
drum.
To clean your pet's ear, you can moisten the ear with green tea
or use an acidic ear cleanser that does not contain alcohol.
There are many natural herbal ear cleaners and wash on the
market.
Place several drops of cleaner in the ears and thoroughly
massage the base of the ear. You can use cotton balls or cotton
swabs to remove all the debris and wax in the ear.
Since the ears are a nice warm environment, it is the perfect
place for ear mites. Ear mites are so small that you can barely
see them, although your pet can definitely feel them.
Ear mites cause itching and scratching which can result in
sores, infections, and even hearing loss. When the body's
natural defenses are weaker than they should be, the ear mites
can come back even after treatment. Many medications are
effective in ridding your pets of these nasty creatures, but
there are gentle and natural ways to get rid of them and keep
them from coming back.
Green tea is a natural antiseptic that helps remove the
debris
left from ear mites. Make sure you let the tea cool first and
then apply to the ear as described above. Do this remedy once a
day for a month.
A classic way to get rid of ear mites is to put 3-5 drops of oil
in the ear canal after thoroughly cleaning your pet's ears. You
can use mineral oil, olive oil, or almond oil. Avoid tea tree
oil which is dangerous for cats. Oil will smother and starve the
mites.
For extra strength you can soak a few crushed garlic cloves in
the oil overnight. Garlic will help kill the bacteria that can
lead to ear infections. You should do these oil treatments once
a day for at least a month.
There are also several natural over-the-counter remedies that
are effective in treating ear mites.
Once you have rid your pet's ear of ear mites you need to take
measure to ensure they do not return. Echinacea strengthens the
immune system and makes it harder for the mites to thrive in the
ear. A high quality natural food will also boost the immune
system.
For more information on dog care visit,
http://www.dog-care-central.com
About the author:
Danielle is site owner of Dog Care Central and
"mom" to many rescued animals.
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