NEEM LEAF AND OIL EXTRACT: Neem contains azadirachtin, quercetin, nimbosterol, nimbin and liminoids which have defense against bacterial, fungal and other numerous disorders such as sores and scabies. It contains a unique blend of protein, mineral, carotene and vitamin C including other dynamics replenishing compounds of aspartic and glutamic acid which strengthens the skin’s barrier and is packed with a mixture of amino acid complexes; a plant based skin restorative system to reduce itching and inflamed skin.
CEDARWOOD OIL: Besides its natural protective qualities against pests, cedarwood oil is an amazing oil because it helps provide relief for irritated skin, has natural wound healing qualities, strengthens follicles, dandruff reducers, and also promotes moisture in water-based products. It has purifying qualities for cleaning irritated skin.
QUILLAJA BARK: known as soapbark extract. It is a natural foaming, cleanse agent with purifying attributes. When used in combo with other essential blend, it makes a powerful recipe in itch relief systems while being gentle at the same time.
ROSEMARY EXTRACT; Promotes collagen production and possesses anti-bacterial features too!
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR : Balances, helps rid of dead skin cells, helps with yeast, dandruff including itchy and flaky skin.
ALOE VERA: humectant, soothes, moisturizes, restorative, itch reducing system
VITAMIN E ; Vitamin E is a natural antioxidant, nourishes and supports skin rejuvenation.
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Rawsome pets owner shared her strenuous process used to making her quail egg powder. In one production batch, they start off with 480 quail eggs, over 74hrs, ending with 240grams. Rawsome pets sell quail eggs in addition to providing 100% pure grade quail eggs in Powder form and a variety of nutritive food products.
You can purchase it here. Note, this is not fresh eggs but it's in powder form. It comes in categories: Maximum Anti-inflammatory, Joint Anti-inflammatory, Joint and Maximum only, with varying price selection.
Note: this is not a paid or commissioned post, and we do not sell quail eggs. However, we are sharing to provide other natural alternatives for those interested in alternative, authentic, and great quality products for allergy/ itching care relief. You can purchase quail products from Rawsome pets. Rawsome pets also provides complete pet meals, healthier food choices, including a raw diet alternative FREE of fillers and conventional additives typically seen in pet food.
Digging more, we were amazed to find the numerous benefits of quail eggs. This is no ordinary egg. Quail eggs contains a large amount of ovomucoid protein. This protein is a known natural allergenic protein, a trypsin inhibitor.
When Allergens strike
Historic literature shows use of quail eggs in Egyptian, Chinese, and Japanese cultures. It was considered as one of nature's natural antihistamines, decongestant and with cortisone effect.
A French practitioner, Dr Truffier observed that the farmers who raised quails presented fewer allergic symptoms than the general population. After witnessing this, he trialed the use of quail to reduce allergic symptoms for his patients both adult and children. This turned out to be successful. This has led to more interest in the use of quail as seen in several different clinical studies. A much smaller sample size of 45 patient showed 90% of patients reported a relevant improvement in their allergic symptoms.[2], [3]
Dr Truffier's therapeutic approach on allergy by use of quail eggs noted that since 1968, more than 800 patients have accessed the use of quail eggs as a form of remedy to alleviate their allergic concerns with significant reduction in allergy frequency. The research also noted a different methodology for the use of quail eggs for asthma care. His research mentioned the importances of good storage of eggs and a brief mention of european biochemical comparision of quail eggs to chicken eggs, with quail having 5X's more phosphorus, 7.5X's more Iron, 6X'S more Vitamin B1 and 15X's more vitamin B2. Most of the ovomucoid analyzed from others like chicken, ducks, turkey had little to no affinity for human trypsin unlike quail which showed inhibition ranging from 76% to 95%.[1]
We hope you enjoyed our brief narrative of how it works. For topical care, we recommend Midoricide anti-itch oil and shampoo; with benefits from neem oil, cedarwood, vitamin E, apple cider vinegar and honey to mention a few.
A complete system for inside and outside ( internal.external) care can be more effective for the fight against allergies, itching, skin irritation or other flammatory skin response issues.
Note: This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All opinions are ours and is not meant to substitute medical recommendation or professional advice/help. This is an educational blog.
References
1) Truffier JC. Approche thérapeutique de la maladie allergique par ingestion d’œufs de caille. La Clinique. 1978:22: 2–5.
2) A proprietary blend of quail egg for the attenuation of nasal provocation with a standardized allergenic challenge; a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Annie-Claude Benichou, Marion Armanet, Anthony Bussiere, Nathalie Chevreau, Jean-Michel Cardot and Jan Tetard July 20, 2014
3) Oral quail egg homogenate in the treatment of allergic rhinitis: a first experience in clinical practice. D Passali,G. Mottas, F.M Passali, M. Nunziata and G.Ciprandi July 22, 2020
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The sense of smell
For a long time it was believed that dogs had a better sense of smell than most cats. This is because they have millions more scent receptor than their feline counterparts. Bloodhounds have been shown to have 300 million scent receptors, which is hundred million more than the best scent cats out there.
However, scientists have found that the noses of cats are more sensitive than dogs. It was found that out of the three types of scent receptors, the one responsible (V1R) for the distinguishing between scents are more in cats than dogs. While humans possess only 2 V1R receptors, dogs have 9 and cats have 301. Yes, 30 V1R receptors, this means they have the most sensitive noses around even though they have may have less receptors. The ability to distinguish between very similar scents makes their sense of smell better than dogs.
The sense of taste
While it can be said that cats won the first round, it is not the case with the sense of taste. Research has shown that the average cat has only 473 taste buds2. To put this in perspective, the average human has about 9000 taste buds. As a result of this severe lack in their taste department, cats determine what they eat by mostly smell. It does not matter how delicious a meal is, if it does not smell good your cat will not eat it as they can hardly taste the difference in flavors. While not as good as humans, the average dog does significantly better than cats at 1709 taste buds3.
Dogs can detect sweet, sour, salty, bitter and savory while cats can mostly detect sour and bitter because this is more important in determining the quality of the meat they consume. Cats can also detect salty and bitter but not sweet flavors. This is because cats are carnivores and eat only meat while dogs are considered omnivores, hence they do not possible the ability to taste sweet things as that is not necessary for survival. Now you know why dogs beg for scraps off your plate while cats don’t. Unlikely cats, dogs can actually taste some of the delicious flavors in the meals we prepare.
The sense of sight
Cats have been known for quite some time now to have better sights than dogs. Proportionally their eyes take up more of their faces them both humans and dogs. When staring ahead dogs have a wider field of vision than cats (240 degrees as compared to the 200 degrees of cats)4. However when using the binocular focus cats have a range of 140 degrees while dogs have about 30-60 degrees. Although most people think dogs are color blind that is incorrect. Dogs have the same color range as a human that is green-red color blind. What this means is, they can see all other colors except those in the red and green tones. While cats also do not possess the full human range, see mostly in green and blue ranges4.
However, cats can tell the difference between contracts in colors and can see more colors than dogs. Finally, it’s time to discuss the ability cats are most famous for; the ability to see in the night. Although cats can see in very low intensity light, they do not possess the ability to see in total darkness contrary to what most people believe. While the eye sight of dogs in low intensity light is similar to that of humans, their eyes are still better at utilizing light than humans. The iris of humans and dogs contract limiting the amount of light allowed through4. The eyes of cats are far more complex than both dogs and humans, which allows them to shrink their iris to slits instead of contracting them into pinpoint like humans and dogs. This allows in more light and lets them see better in the dark
The sense of sound
Both dogs and cats have better hearing than that of humans. That is not the case for pups, as dogs are born deaf and do not develop the sense of hearing until they are 21 days old.
By the time they are old enough, their hearing becomes 4 times stronger than humans and can hear from about a quarter mile away. While this is impressive in itself, cats have 9 more ear muscle than dogs bringing their sum total to 27 ear muscles. They can also hear higher frequencies than dogs and can determine the distance the sound travelled to reach them2.
The sense of touch
The sense of touch is about the same and has the same importance to both dogs and cats. From the moment they are born the very first sense is that one touch. Moms groom and show affection towards them by licking and rubbing against them. This is still the case even in adulthood for both cats and dogs. Their whiskers are extensions of their skins and for cats are used to protect their eyes as it reflexively closes when something comes into contact with their whiskers. They both have sensitive paws and nerve ending beneath all that fur. In this instance, they are closest to humans in the way they feel the world.
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Depending on what type of Arthritis your dog has, it may be a long road to recovery or a quick restoration to former health. In cases involving Infectious Arthritis, if the infection is caught early and treated before much damage is done to the cartilage at the site of the affected joint, your dog can make a full recovery.
Once the cartilage has been damaged, the only options left are the management of pain and treatment to stop the further degradation of affected joints. This is the case for most dogs as they usually do not show many early signs of arthritis until a lot of cartilage damage has been done. Most times, behavioral changes, slight limps/stiffness and on rare occasions (usually at the later stages) severe pain / swelling at the site of the joint disease are the only early warning signs.
The only definite way to check if your dog is suffering from Arthritis is by having an X-ray test done. After your dog has been diagnosed with Arthritis, an array of medications is usually prescribed to help stop further degeneration of cartilage and for the management of pain. There are a number natural remedies available that can be used alone or combined with a reduced dosage of medication to treat canine Arthritis.
Natural Remedies for pain management and joint/cartilage treatments
Before you begin any of the treatments below, you must first adopt a few lifestyle changes in order to obtain significant results. After all of these changes have been made, you will see significant results when added to remedies below:
Overeating: Overeating will no longer be allowed as this leads to weight gain, thus increasing the strain on the affected joints. Most vets would recommend keeping your pet lean to reduce the burden on affected joints.
Type of Exercise: Multiple short jogs and walks should replace the usual vigorous runs. Note, it is important that you continue to exercise your dogs to increase flexibility in the muscle, thereby reducing joint strain.
Hydrotherapy (swimming/exercising in a pool) is another option if your dog is experiencing severe pain during exercise. This way your dog can slowly rebuild muscle flexibility without the added strain to the joint and also give affected joint time to heal (or for inflammation to lessen). Invest in a ramp to help your dog if he is having difficulties getting into the car or climbing stairs. Avoid repetitive actions or activities with your dog as you do not want the joints grinding on each other and exacerbating the inflammation. Include a slip free zone (an area with a rug or carpet) to aid your dog when he sits or stands and purchase a comfortable dog bed to reduce the morning stiffness.[2]
Acupuncture/massage therapy: Acupuncture has been shown to relieve inflammation and pain in humans suffering from Arthritis. The same is also true of animals, it improves circulation in the muscle and joints. This improved circulation provides more oxygen to cells in the muscles and joint capsules, thereby slowing down the degradation of cells. Massage therapy in the affected areas also works to improve circulation and relieve painful muscle spasms. It should also be noted that no immediate results would be seen as it takes weeks of accumulated session for effects to be noticed. Cellular recovery does not happen in an hour, hence a little bit of time is required before any significant improvement is seen.
Warm and cold compress: Warm packs can be used to reduce pain, relax muscles and improve blood circulation to affected joints. When the blood circulation is improved, the cells get more nutrients and oxygen. Thus, this aids in the cellular recovery and repair process. Use a warm compress on your dog before walks to loosen up the joints and muscles around the affected area. In the same sense, cold compress can also be used to relieve pain, numb inflamed joints, alleviate arthritis muscle spasms and most importantly reduce swelling. The cold and warm compress should be used alternatingly, cold to reduce swelling followed by warm to improve blood circulation.
Chinese herbs: Chinese herbs have been shown to be very helpful in the treatment of arthritis. You should visit a veterinarian with Chinese herb training to recommend the herbal treatment regimen best for your dogs’ breed and age. Some of the more popular Chinese herbs used to treat Arthritis are: frankincense, licorice, cinnamon, mulberry twig, and gentiana.[1]
Diet: Raw or home prepared food has been shown to have the most benefits as most dog food brands add fillers (wheat and grains) that exacerbate arthritis inflammation in dogs. Most pet owners are not comfortable feeding their dogs raw food and do not have the time to prepare homemade meals for their dogs. Hence, the need to pay close attention to the ingredient and brand is imperative. Brands that contain ingredients that fall under the nightshade foods group (eggplants, tomatoes and potatoes) should be avoided as they exacerbate arthritis symptoms in dogs. You should choose mostly high quality organic brands that contain only free-range meats in their ingredients. Fruits and vegetable with deep color have been shown to alleviate symptoms has they are packed with phytonutrients and vitamins. Finally, the addition of the bone broth in their dog’s diet will improve his cartilage, bone and also protect his joint.[1]
Antioxidants /Omega 3 fatty acids: Antioxidants and omega 3 fatty acids have also been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and are effective in treating your dog’s arthritis. Omega 3 fatty acids also lubricate the joints, hence reducing the occurrence of joint inflammations in your pets. While the addition of nutritional supplements that contain both enzymes and antioxidants have been shown to improve blood circulation and support the immune system.[3]
1)Straus Mary “Natural Dog Arthritis Treatments”,https://www.whole-dog journal.com/issues/10_3/features/Canine-Arthritis_15910-1.html, April 19, 2018
2) William G. Marshall,1 Herman A. W. Hazewinkel,2 Dermot Mullen,3 Geert De Meyer,4 Katrien Baert,4 and Stuart Carmichael1"The effect of weight loss on lameness in obese dogs with osteoarthritis "Published online 2010 Mar 17. doi: [10.1007/s11259-010-9348-7] Vet Res Commun. 2010 Mar; 34(3): 241–253.
3)Budsberg SC1, Bartges JW."Nutrition and osteoarthritis in dogs: does it help?"Vet Clin North Am Small Anim Pract. 2006 Nov;36(6):1307-23, vii.
]]>There are two categories of heart disease; congenital and acquired heart disease. Congenital heart disease occurs from birth while acquired heart disease develops later in life due to lifestyle or genetics.There are many factors affecting the development of heart disease in animals, however the leading underlining causes have been noted to genetics (Hereditary) and diet related.
Diet and exercise play an important role even in animals known to be predisposed to heart disease. In fact, until 1987 the most common heart disease (DCM) diagnosed in cats was linked to the absence of an important nutrient in the nutritional diet provided by cat food brands2. Dilated Cardiomyopathy also known as DCM is the gradual dilation and weakening of the heart muscles. This enlargement of the heart makes it harder for the heart to pump blood and causes the heart to leak fluid into the chest and abdomen3.
Although, heart disease isn’t uncommon in dogs and cats as 10-15% of all cats and dogs do suffer from heart disease, a rise in the number of pets not genetically predisposed to DCM has once again be noted2. This rate is even in higher in breeds that are prone to heart diseases.
The FDA is warning about a correlation between DCM and new dietary choices canine owners are making4. There has been an unusually higher number of reported cases of DCM in dogs whose breeds are not usually predisposed to heart disease.
It was also found that those dogs were fed kosher/exotic dog food brands whose main ingredients were legumes like peas, lentils, legume seeds, potatoes and plant based proteins. The problem with plant based proteins is that they do not contain taurine (an amino acid), an important nutrient that is found in their meat and milk counterparts. Moreover, it was discovered around the mid-1980s that a deficiency in taurine leads to DCM2. This is what propelled cat food companies to adjust their recipes to ensure that adequate levels of taurine were included in the cat meals they provided. After that, the number of DCM related heart failure in cats drastically decreased. At Midoricide, we pride ourselves in our ability to curate relevant and accurate information regarding matters concerning the health and wellbeing of your pets. As such, we will continue to deliver current information that enables you to make well informed decisions. Below are signs, potential causes and ways you can mitigate your pets odds of developing DCM.
Signs your dog / cat may be developing heart disease
There are a number of factors that could cause your dog to develop heart disease. However, the best way to protect your pet is by early detection. Regardless of the underlining cause (hereditary or diet related), the disease can be treated or properly managed without severe consequences if caught early. Moreover, most pets do not show signs or symptoms until the disease is advanced. This is why it is recommended that you take your pets in for regular checkups as your veterinary doctor is more likely to spot the little inconsistency you may miss. Do not forget to mention any slight or minor changes in your dog’s habits or behavioral patterns. Here is a list of symptoms to watch out for.
If your pet is experiencing any of the symptoms mentioned above, take your pet in and have your Vet check him/her out as soon as possible.
Potential causes of diet related heart disease (DCM)
Although there are numerous causes and reasons your pets may develop heart disease, there are still steps you can take to mitigate your pet’s risks to DCM. Below are a number things you should watch out for when purchasing/ preparing your pet’s meal.
Grain free is not always better :There is a myth that grain free food is always best for your pet. It is stated that there isn't a benefit from using exotic ingredients whose nutritional profile are unique in such a way that the dietary profile is not understood. While grains may have be implied to be responsible for several poor health issues associated with dogs or cats, they do need glucose to survive. For example in dogs and cats, when glucose is not provided, the body will utilize amino acid and glycerol to synthesize glucose. Nevertheless, cats do not utilize carbohydrates as fast as dogs but it's still necessary for their survival6.
Boutique pet food companies: The pet food industry has become exceeding competitive. Small boutique companies are popping up everywhere with unsubstantiated promises that their recipes are better for your pets. However, it has been found that a lot of times they are more proficient at advertising than actually providing your pets with a nutritionally balanced diet. Maybe this is a result of poor mixing due to improper equipment or inexperience with the nutritional requirements, but of the 15% cat food found to be deficient in nutrients during a test sponsored by Cummings Veterinary Medical Center all were produced by small pet food companies2. Be careful when you are trying out a new brand, make sure you are not just buying into their marketing strategy, but their standards and techniques in preparing your pet meals.
Exotic or difficult to manage ingredients: Although some exotic ingredients have been portrayed as better, you should be careful with what you prepare your pet’s food with as different ingredients have different digestibility2.
You should also watch out for brands that make use of exotic ingredients as their main components because these ingredients can have a nutritional profile that is difficult to balance properly and also affect the way your pet’s system metabolizes other nutrients. This may be the reason why some pets are developing DCM even though their taurine levels fall within acceptable standards.
Plant based proteins (lacking in taurine): Pets that have been put on strictly vegan or vegetarian diets have been found to suffer from a deficiency of taurine in their meals.
This is because taurine can be found only in animal based proteins such as meat and milk5. Be careful if you are feeding your pets a plant based diet and include supplementary taurine pills in their diet to account for this lack.
The steps you can take to protect your pets
There are steps you can take to protect your pet’s vascular system regardless of the diet you feed them. Remember the best nutritionally balanced meal plan would be one prepared by you and your veterinary doctor as different breeds have different needs. Below are a few suggestions you can apply to your pet’s everyday life.
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Why then does the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) strongly discourage this? They have stated that their main cause of concern is the risk of contamination2. They have also warned that both humans and their pets are at risk of being infected by disease pathogens such as Salmonella, E. coli and Listeria etc.
Though owners should rightly be concerned about this, it is well known that pets are not as vulnerable to bacteria as humans are. There is an argument that since their genetic ancestor ate and still continue to eat a protein diet without any health complications, then a return to their true diet would improve the health of domesticated animals.
Wolves and wild dogs eat almost every part of the animals they hunt, and not only the parts of the animal most humans deem appropriate. This is not the case when some pet owners decide to switch to the raw food diet. The nutritional level of the raw food they provide their pets is very low and imbalanced, their pets develop health complications immediately or later in life. Don’t forget, wild animals also consume the organs and bone marrow of the animals they kill. Moreover, they hunt different animals every day. Though the number 1 component is still protein, different animals contain different levels of the other minerals and nutrients needed. They would also steal and eat the eggs of other animals if they can reach it. This variety is what enables them to attain a more balanced diet, plus their constitutions are a lot more attuned to these types of food.
After a dozen millennia of gradual evolution, dogs are now more equipped to handle starchy foods than wolves. This is because their constitution has evolved after thousands of years of living with humans. The genes and bodies of dogs have adapted to produce more amylase which enables them to better process starchy foods. Dogs now have more copies of the gene that is responsible for the secretion of amylase than their ancestors did3. As a result, even if their should diet contains mostly meats, it’s okay to mix in some fibers and starchy food in their meals. This is the argument that the some of the veterinarians and scientists at the AVMA are making. Below we are going to discuss the dangers, benefits and proper way to handle raw food should you decide to switch.
Dangers of the raw food diet when handled or done incorrectly
Though there are benefits to feeding your dog a raw diet, if done improperly you could be risking not only the health of dogs but that of you and your family. Before you switch diets be sure to consult your veterinarian doctor to inquire about the nutritional needs of your pets as different breeds vary. You should also ask for a comprehensive list of foods that are poisonous to dogs. For instance, chocolate and certain types of fruits are toxic to dogs and can cause liver and kidney damage. Here is a list of some of the dangers of feeding your dog a raw diet.
Accidentally poisoning your dog: For those who decide to make their dog’s meals, there is a risk of accidental poisoning. Hence the suggestion to request a comprehensive list from your veterinarian before switching. The digestive system of dogs is different from humans and cannot tolerate some of the foods we consume. This is the main reason dog owners are discouraged from feeding their pets scraps off their plates.
Health complications as a result of nutritional imbalance: Lots of dog owners who switch their dogs to the raw food diet fail to take the proper nutritional balance into consideration. Feeding your dog a pound of a raw hamburger is not sufficient nutritionally to sustain your dog in the long run. Often times, dogs that are fed this way develop serious health conditions and this can lead to a shorter life span. Their meals should always contain a mixture of lean meat, organ meat, muscle meat, raw eggs, egg shells, crushed bones, and some dog safe vegetables and fruits4.
Health risk for humans and their furry friends: Be sure you know what food safety standards of your raw dog food provider or prepare their meals yourself while following a strict high standard of hygiene. According to the FDA, raw pet food has a higher percentage of being contaminated with salmonella and listeria5. Antibiotic-resistant E. Coli have also been found. You can reduce the risk of this by using only organic protein meat sources for your dog’s raw food mixture. Even if your dog does not get sick from low levels, you are still susceptible to these bacteria. Those who do not have a high standard of hygiene when preparing and sterilizing the utensils used to make their dog’s food will likely be affected more by this. You should also be careful when you pick up after your dog; this is because a high levels of salmonella has been found in their feaces5.
Benefits of the raw food diet when done properly
There are advantages to feeding your dog a raw food diet, and for some, these advantages are well worth the risk. A list of some of the advantages has been provided below.
Glossier coats: Dogs that are fed a raw food diet have been noted to have glossier coats. This is due to the fact that the raw food diet contains more fats in them. Consequently, the more fat there is in your pets diet the nicer their coats would look.
Easier on their digestive System: Raw food has been shown to be slightly easier on the digestive system of dogs. This is probably due to the fact that their original diet consisted of raw foods alone, and as such their digestive systems are more suited to these types of foods. You should also note that in the initial stages of the transition, your dog might have diarrhea. This is normal and would stop after a few days. If this continues, it is an indication that you need to find the right balance of fibers and proteins. Try adding and removing different types of veggies until you find the right mix. Remember, every dog is different and what works for one dog might not work for another. Hence, you dog’s mix should be personalized and discussed with a Vet, not copied from the internet or borrowed from a friend. Also, you can ease them into this transition by slightly cooking the raw meat for a few days before completely switching to the raw diet.
No preservative or chemicals additive: Choosing this diet means you avoid some of the most controversial preservative included in a lot of processed pet food. Some examples of these preservatives whose safeties are still being debated are BHA, BHT and ethoxyquin4. In addition to this, you would have total control of what your dog consumes and in essence his/her health.
What you need to know before/after you make the switch
If you have gone through the risks and decided you still want to switch to the raw diet, then you should contact your veterinarians and ask for his assessment of the nutritional needs of your dog. A list of things you should know before switching to the raw food diet has been given below.
Making the switch can be difficult, time consuming and stressful, but determining what’s best for your entire family should always be the most important factor. Visit our website midoricide and subscribe to receive more information on subjects that impact your pets.
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Insulin is produced by the pancreas and is responsible for transporting glucose to the cells in the body. This is an extremely important function because the cells need glucose for energy. They will begin to break down the body’s natural fats and muscles if they do not receive energy from an external source. Glucose is derived from the breakdown of food in the intestines.
It has been noted that diabetes is more likely to develop in an older pet (ages 4-14 for dogs and cats older 6 years) than a younger pet1. Pets that develop diabetes at a young age have been found to have a genetic predisposition to diabetes and usually have multiple relatives/ancestors also live with diabetes.
Obesity is the most common diagnosis in the western world when access the health of dogs and cats. It is said to be about 22- 44% of dogs and cats population. Lifestyle of the dogs and cats is stated to play a major role in the health of the pet in the development of the disease. One of the noted reason is that pet dogs and cats have become more family members and have lost some of the working animal abilities that keeps them active. Additionally, sometimes excess feeding, treats contribute to the issue including not being aware of the weight gain issues associated with your pet. As a result of this, the dog or cat can develop an insulin resistance or diminished glucose metabolism4.
Pregnant dogs have also been found to be more vulnerable and at a higher risk of developing diabetes. The lifelong impacts of diabetes are detrimental and it is always better to take steps to ensure your pets do not develop diabetes. A lot of the products and foods available for pets contain chemicals that affect the pancreas, and hence increase their odds of developing diabetes.
We firmly believe in the organic and holistic way of life. Below, we discuss the livelong impacts, early signs and steps you can take to lower your pet’s chances of developing diabetes.
Lifelong impacts of Diabetes if left untreated
Extreme weakness and a lower quality of life: If left untreated, diabetes can lead to extreme weight loss, excruciating pain, and depression in your pets. With the deterioration or lack of muscles, your pets would be unable to maintain an active lifestyle and would develop mobility issues.
Infections: Dogs who develop diabetes are known to also develop a number of other infections on a recurring basis. Skin, bladder and kidney infections are the most common infections usually associated with diabetes in pets2.
Blindness: Diabetic dogs have been known to sometimes develop cataracts in their eyes and this can lead to blindness. In rare cases, this condition has also been observed in cats2.
Amputations: In advanced cases where the muscles have been completely destroyed beyond repair, an amputation is required.
Death: In the worst case scenario, diabetes can lead to death. Furthermore, in cases too advanced to manage, your veterinary doctor might advise you to putdown your pet. This usually happens when no amount of medication can improve the quality of life and prolonging whatever time they have left is tantamount torture.
Signs your dog may have or be in the early stages of prediabetes
Taking your dog/cat in for regular checkups is the most effective way to diagnose prediabetes early. Cases that are caught early on can usually be reversed before it develops into a lifelong condition and instances where the condition persists are managed a lot easier. Below are a few signs that your dog may be developing diabetes:
Steps you can take to reduce the odds of dog/cat developing diabetes
There are steps you can take to reduce the chances of your pets developing diabetes early on or at a later stage in their lives. The earlier these lifelong changes and steps are taken, the better the chances of your pets living a diabetes free life.
Spay female dogs with a family history of diabetes: Some females have been shown to develop diabetes during pregnancy. Hence, if your dog already has a family history of diabetes, it is better to spay her just to be safe.
Avoid extended use of cortisone type drugs: The use of drugs like Glucocorticoids and corticosteroids have been shown to have harmful effects on the pancreas if used for an extended period of time. To avoid this, use alternative organic / holistic methods to treat your dog/cat.
Exercise your pets regularly: This is good for their overall health and immune system. It helps with increased blood flow, which is good for the internal organs and their processes. This also helps them maintain their body weight and fight off infections.
Moreover, this reduces the amount of glucose in their bloodstream (elimination through sweat). You should take your dog on a long walk at least once a day and a light jog every other day. It may be a little more difficult to exercise your cats, speak to your Vet about acceptable methods.
Maintenance a of healthy body weight: This is really important in maintaining the overall health of your pet as obese animals are more likely to develop health issues.
Avoid food brands that are over-processed: Over-processed food contain chemicals that are detrimental to organs of your pets over an extended period of consumption. These affect the way the bodies naturally process food and can lead to pancreatic issues. The best option would always be homemade pet food, but if that is not feasible, be careful of the brands you purchase.
Avoid food brands that contain high sugar levels: Once again, you should pay close attention to the ingredients and the sugar levels in your pet’s food brand. Avoid those that contain high levels of sugar, as these can contribute to health issues and lead to diabetes.
Once a dog has developed diabetes, it is hardly ever reversed and in a lot of cases the dog will need daily insulin shoots for the rest of its life. While it is a lot easier to reverse diabetes developed in cats as a result of cortisone drug medications2. It has been shown that after a short period of treatment, the felines begin producing insulin naturally again. This only happens when the cause of this disease is known.
Another interesting fact, it is stated that diabetic cat resembles type 2 diabetes in human more closely. This does not apply to dogs which are different in classification when compared to humans.3
Typically, type 2 does not frequently occur in dogs because their pancreas is able to handle the demand for insulin. However, the obesity problem makes them more prone to develop diabetes anyways. The issue is that with obesity, the dog is at risk to develop pancreatitis which leads to destruction of important beta cells.4 Subscribe to receive more information on ways to protect your pets.
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The first response is always to see your veterinarian. Getting feedback from a professional on how you can help improve the health of your pet’s skin is very important. Sometimes, several tests are recommended to help alleviate your pet’s reaction. However, note that your job is not yet complete. The action item does not stop after seeing your vet. Let’s start by looking at some of the reasons for itching in pets.
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A. Fundamental of the skin
Fundamental of the skin
A general overview of the skin
The skin is the largest organ of the body. It helps regulate temperature, provides lining to cover the body tissues, a barrier against entry of bacteria and other harmful organism, chemical toxins, insulates against adverse conditions such as extreme cold or heat, provides sensory sensation and impulses for reaction, waterproof, and has a natural lubricating effect.
Potential Reasons for Your Dog's Itching Skin Condition
Poor Nutrition
We love our dogs, we like to get them yummy delicious food. Unfortunately, many of the pet foods available can trigger allergic reactions. They may be subtle at first but eventually result in itching and severe skin problems. Even though preservation is necessary to keep food consumption safe, the kind of preservative used, the levels and additives present can add more complications to your pet skin issues. Your pet's behavior towards his/her skin can actually reveal some information about the health of your pet. Gut and digestive health is a very important factor that can certainly impact your pet's skin condition.
Dry Skin
Yes, pets do not sweat. However, their skin requires a certain amount of care to avoid flakiness and resulting dryness that can lead to pet itching. The change in weather leaves pets prone to skin dryness. Pets are more susceptible to dry skin during cold season. This can lead to itching and even result in other secondary dog skin issues.Most pet’s are covered with hair and fur, and in some cases, you may not really see the dog skin problems until it becomes too late .
Prevention is always better. Making use of natural organic oils and pet moisturizer can help save you the headache that comes from intense itching. Note, that scratching constantly can lead to a secondary skin infection. Imagine, if you scratched and aggravated your skin constantly, it won’t heal quickly. This applies to pets as well.
Pesticide Residue
Apart from the detrimental impact of toxic pesticide on pet’s skin and yours, many people do not realize that it can take some time to completely get rid of the chemical pesticide residue on your pet's skin. This is particularly common with harsh toxic pesticides. Some of these pesticides promise 8 to 9 months of instant relief with no further application. This indicates the binding nature of some of these chemicals to not only the skin but the hair or fur of your pet.
Parasites or flea allergy
Insect bites can activate itching conditions which causes skin damage and inflammation. This type of itch associated with insect bites is called "Pruriceptive Itch". [1]
Tick and flea are a big issue. It’s amazing that many believe that it’s only important to take care of your pet’s skin with flea and tick product only during warm seasons.
This is not the case. Tick and flea becomes less active during the cold season, but are still present. Flea pupae is known to survive in cold weathers and can be as long as 5 days.
Tick on the other hand can be present, just less active. Note each tick carries its own pathogen and some can transmit lyme diseases. A year round prevention is advised for pet’s skin care.
A quick look into some suggested solutions on how to stop Itchy skin to resolve your dog's skin issues
What are some of the amazing essential oils that helps with itching? Remember, never apply concentrated essential oils directly on a pet’s skin. Here is a breakdown of some of the individual natural oil ingredients remedies:
Lavender oil:
Lavender oil is a calming and soothing aroma-therapeutic oil. It is useful because it contains anti-bacterial, anti-septic and anti-inflammatory properties. It also aids in the reduction of redness and swelling. It’s a highly recommended oil which helps relieve itchy skin. It can be used in combination with other plant blends to make an even more effective anti-itching agent.
Neem oil:
Neem oil is one of the most powerful oil for troubled skin. Particularly, it has strong anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is useful in the relief of itchy skin, dry skin, eczema, scabies, burns, rashes, dandruff, insect bites and fungal skin infection. Neem oils comes from the seed of Azadirachta, a plant indigenous of the indian subcontinent. It contains a unique component of the fatty acids, palmitic acid, oleic and linoleic acid. It also has a diverse blend of natural 17 amino acids and about 4 natural tocopherol components from the neem seed.[2]
Cedarwood oil:
Not all cedarwood oil are created equally.Cedarwood oil has a woodsy and uplifting aroma. Cedarwood has anti-fungal,anti-septic making it a great ingredient. It’s a known repellent but can also boost hair strength and skin surfaces.
Babassu oil:
This undiscovered gem is fantastic for skincare. It has a similar fat composition like the coconut oil. However, it is a lighter oil that does not have the potential greasy effect associated with coconut oil. Babassu oil is known to boost skin elasticity and firmness. It also does not clog pores. Babassu is identical to both coconut and palm kernel in terms of lauric acid content. In the traditional medicine of north brazil, babassu derived products are mainly used as anti-inflammatory agents. [3,4]
Baobab oil:
Baobab oil is an excellent moisturizer. It’s considered a superfruit because of the numerous beneficial ingredients. Baobab has a diverse content of natural vitamins. It absorbs easily into the skin with no greasy feel. Like babassu oil, it is a non-clogging oil which is also rich in omega fatty acid. It helps relieve itching, dryness,eczema and many skin conditions. Baobab is indigeneous to the African countries, Madagascar and Australia.[5]
Olive Oil:
This is also another great moisturizer. Loaded with natural anti-oxidant, it helps revitalize the skin and provides additional skin moisturizing balance.
Vitamin E:
Vitamin E ( Tocopherol) helps to prevent free radical oxidation. It also helps provide a protective medium to boost immunity and provide anti-flammatory properties. As a result, it helps with itching especially when blending with other essential and carrier oils.
Aloe vera:
Aloe vera is another remedy for itchy skin. When you slice aloe vera, it has a sticky consistency. Apply to the affected area. Sometimes, aloe vera can be itchy on direct application to the skin for some people. Check a small area on the skin to check for reaction. If no reaction, use as often as possible. Aloe vera has been used for many decades and is known for its gentle properties on skin.
Common questions on Dog Itching
Q. Can Itching Treatment also help with hair loss?
A. Yes, itching treatment can help with hair loss, particularly when using natural treatment. Many plant based oils contain anti-bacterial, anti-septic, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties which helps heal problem skin surfaces enabling the regrowth of hair. Example of oils that can be used include neem oil, cedarwood oil and lemongrass oil.
Q. How effective is natural itching treatment compared to man-made itching care?
A. Natural oils provide a more effective way of caring for itchy skin because of the many nourishing, rejuvenating and medicinal beneficial attributes they possess. You can find a plant based oil with several healing renewing qualities but it is difficult to find a man-made itching product that replicates these multiple benefits as exhibit by a single plant.
Q. What causes scabies in dogs and are they infectious? What are the available natural care alternative?
A. Scabies is caused by infestation of mites which burrow beneath the skin. Scabies is highly contagious and is also transmittable to people who come in contact with infested pet.
For natural remedy, Neem oil and Tree tea oil are proven to treat scabies. Typical prescribed medicated treatment include permetrin, lindane, eurax,sulphur and ivermectin in a carrier petroleum based product. Unfortunately,some of these treatment contain harsh toxic chemicals even though they do kill mites. The itching can still persist for several weeks even after these prescribed medication application.
Neem oil is a phenomenal oil that cures scabies. It does not have a very pleasant smell but with the right mix, it is very manageable and works wonders on an inflamed skin. Neem leaf is also an excellent combination with neem oil for an excellent and healthy skin. Neem oil can be used in several items making neem body oil, neem balm, neem oil-tumeric-tree tea oil paste, peppermint and neem leaf soap with neem oil.They are all very effective application with no seen negative effects or side effect even after used in a study.
Two researches were done to demonstrate the effect of neem on scabies.
i) A study found that with 97% of cases were cured within 3-15 days of treatment after evaluating 814 people. In this case, neem was mixed with tumeric before it was applied. No toxic or negative side effect were observed. [6]
ii) A study was done in Egypt using neem extract in a shampoo. They observed hair loss, inflammation and wounds from the mite infestation prior to the study. Within 14 days, out of 10 dogs, 8 were completely cured and only a very small amount of mites were found in 2 dogs. No side effects or negative reaction were observed in the study.[7]
Q. Are natural oils pore blocking leading to clogged skin susceptible to irritation?
A. Not all oils are pore blocking. Some oils provide a barrier of film which seals and fills up pores with little pockets of dead cell buildup. As a result of this, the lead to poor overall skin health. The choice of carrier skin oil for pet matters since it acts as a driving vehicle to transport medicinal compounded complexes. Essential oils contains a unique complex of natural compounds which can improve the skin. Lighter oil absorbs very nicely into the skin, provide moisture without clogging the skin and mitigate the probability of secondary skin issues.
Q. Is anti-itch oil only applicable to problem skin and can it be applied for general skin maintenance
A. Even though plant based oil have attributes like anti-fungal, anti-septic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory, they also possess excellent benefits like moisturizing, regenerating, nourishing. By application of these oils on a maintenance basis, you ensure the proper chemistry of the skin is maintained, help restore and even improve the health of skin-hair and coat Interface.
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When detangling your pet’s hair, having a good detangling product, dematting brush, tools and mats are important. What are some of the best ways to detangle your pet’s hair?
Well, there are many delivery systems used for topical skin care regime to establish good hygiene. They come in many fashions. Some come in liquid forms, in semi-liquid, powdery or solid form. Dry shampoos can be delivered in the form of a mousse form or spray.
All leading to a kind of controlled delivery to the skin’s surface. They are typically used to remove oily, greasy scalp, deodorize, without the need to soak the skin with excessive amount of water, or even the need to rinse. The popular types include starchy content mixed with other ingredients in an aerosol spray.
Today, we will explore the attributes of a good dry shampoo mousse for your pet. Many dry shampoo mousse contain paraben, alcohol, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, and harsh chemicals which dries out the skin, results in buildup and leads to poor skin care.
A good dry shampoo is one that not only helps provide mild cleansing, but deodorizes with natural essential ingredients.
It can also possess other attributes such as gentle cleansing, conditioning, and helps in the skin rejuvenation process. Take for instance, there are food grade ingredients such as quillaja bark which provides natural skin enhancement.
Quillaja bark is plant based and is known to be effective and helps with many skin issues such as itching, fungus, dandruff, hair thinning and loss. In a dry shampoo combination, it provides additional skin nourishment that helps provide a gentle refreshing and healthy coat.
Additionally, other benefits include dry shampoo containing essential oils. Essential oils can provide aroma therapeutic, help prevent pesky pests, strengthen hair shafts and promote great skin care. They are certain essential oils that work great. They include cedar wood, lemongrass and lavender.
Ideally, a great natural based dry shampoo should also be sulfate free, alcohol free and synethic fragrance free. They should also be color and dye free.
The type of preservative selected for use in a dry shampoo is also very important. Preservatives are necessary in any product containing water to maintain the integrity of the product and shelf-life. You would want one which provides great skin care benefits without compromising your pet’s health. There are toxic preservatives which can disturb the skin’s surface of your pet and contribute to several skin issues. Just like what we eat matters to our body, the application of harsh chemicals can also disturb, aggravate and lead to detrimental skin problems.
Dry shampoo or waterless shampoo are a fairly new form of skin cleansing for both horses and pets. Typical directions when using a mousse is as follows:
When you want to mildly cleanse and deodorize your dog in between baths. For the dry shampoo, apply on your dog's coat directly and gently rub in. You will notice, it absorbs very quickly. Allow to air dry and you can brush, and that's it.! No rinse required.
o If you apply too much and get your dog soaked, you can always rub with a towel, that's the advantage of it being a mousse, you can control the application, so don't saturate.
A good dry shampoo will not only provide gentle cleansing but will deodorize, and can provide a gentle skin conditioning effect leaving coat feeling silky and even gentle to the touch. The kind of surfactant used in any mousse or waterless shampoo matters as well as the additives included in the product.
Nevertheless, it is very important to use a top quality dry shampoo mousse for your pet. Unlike humans, pets don’t get to take a shower as frequently as we do. Therefore, you want to ensure that their pores stay refreshed, free of buildup and skin nourished.
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Many of the pet shampoos currently available contains oat meal. Oatmeal is one of the oldest remedies used for dogs inflicted with flaky and itchy skin. It is high in protein, fibers and several essential vitamins. It also has a sustainable amount of Iron, zinc and Manganese.
Yes, indeed, it is a beneficial grain. However, one remedy that works for one pet doesn’t necessarily mean it will always work for another. You can quickly be left in a state of dilemma when your dog is allergic to grains, in food or shampoos. This is when you actually have to be very careful about using oatmeal shampoos. There are so many different types of shampoos promising to provide different skin benefits. As a result, we decided that we could provide multiple attributes all in one shampoo bottle. The selection of ingredients makes our shampoo dynamic and very suitable for several pets like dogs and even horses.
We decided that this shampoo would be so fantastic that it would align with the luxurious premium shampoos custom made for professional horses, and yes even those do not measure up to what this pet shampoo provides... Our All in one shampoo is the Queen of all natural pet shampoos.
Without sounding as if to embellish with mere titles, let's take a closer look on what we like most about our natural pet shampoo.
The key properties in this natural shampoo is that it's:
What are the Amazing Key Ingredients used in this natural shampoo combination?
Neem Oil is anti-inflammatory, it penetrates into the skin and boost quicker skin repair.
Honey is naturally anti-bacterial and loaded with anti-oxidant. It helps open up pores making it easy to unclog.
Baobab is a natural oil with vitamin 6x higher than orange. Its combination with natural amino acid based surfactant from apples, helps sustain and provide excellent skin and coat care
Quillaja extract and neem helps stimulate rejuvenation through the formation of cells for skin restoration. Additionally, it boosts anti-dandruff activities and is a natural emulsifying surfactant with skin conditioning effect. It also helps with hair loss, thinning, and itching.
Apple cider vinegar combination with organic neem also assists with itching. It helps to remove soap residues while improving your pet’s skin and hair condition
Cedarwood and lemongrass oil are not only natural repellents and removal remedies for fleas and ticks. They also help with hair loss, thinning and help strengthen hair.
Natural coconut and apple blend ensures that it is a mild and won’t strip the natural oils from your pet’s skin
Aloe vera has anti-oxidant and anti-bacterial properties
Rosemary extract and vitamin E helps to protect the skin from damages caused by external factors like the sun and on a molecular level, free radicals. We also use non GMO vitamin E.
Vegetable glycerine provides moisturizing benefits.
Sodium gluconate (Conditioning salt) instead of EDTA and an additional cheating agent.
It’s definitely a high quality shampoo that every pet owner should have to help maintain a healthy skin and coat. We are proud of this product. Give it a try and tell us what you think. Looking for the best shampoo for dogs? You have just found it!
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Overall, the kind of shampoo you pick will determine the general skin health of your dog. Typically, people quickly change when something abnormal on a dog’s skin serves as a trigger. Poor quality shampoos can take time to show its adverse effect.
Buying a quality shampoo will save you additional cost associated from fixing a terrible skin ailment.
As people, when we use a personal care item that is too harsh on our skin, we can immediately respond to it by moisturizing our skin. Dogs are typically covered with hair and you may not quickly see the gradual deterioration of your dog’s skin as quickly as it can be observed in humans; until it is too late to prevent it.
Midoricide uses natural, organic ingredients, carefully researched, selected and balanced shampoo great for dogs. Many people only want to use oat meal as their shampoo base for dogs but do not realize that they are several other options. For dogs, with sensitive skin, we have hypoallergenic shampoo bar, and our liquid shampoo which is rich in baobab oil, neem oil and honey and uses mild coconut derived surfactant which is human grade and typically considered more expensive in the shampoo industry. They are sulfate free shampoos and even delicate enough to be used in baby shampoos. We do not compromise on the quality of our products ever and we continue to use the best ingredients. You can check out our shampoo collection here.
BEST NATURAL SHAMPOO FOR DOGS -MIDORICIDE by midoricide
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We also had a great time at superzoo, las vegas. Lots of great vendors, products and stylish dogs! The floor covered about 4 miles distance of vendors! A mega pet conference! We look forward to showcasing sometime in the future!
]]>Pets are a big part of our family and everyday life. We love the many qualities they exhibit. They are playful, loyal and reflect different temperaments. Sometimes, they sense when we are down and go for that sloppy lick. They are indeed man’s best friend.
Having a dog or cat can help reduce your stress and improve your mental health. They offer never ending love, care, joy and friendship to their owners.
However, remember that getting a pet is a big responsibility and you should endeavor to take care of your pet in the best possible way. Having a pet who loves you unconditionally is such a blessing. They are totally dependent on you for everything. We can prioritize the best choices for our pets by choosing better pet products. Ensure your pet's safety by using natural pet products. Harsh chemicals are toxic and lowers the life span of your pet.
In this guide, we will discuss 8 benefits obtained when using natural pet products:
1) Longer lifespan
2) Enhanced quality of life with essentials
3) Human safety
5) Less probability of developing diseases
6) Better nutrition
7) No strange side effects
8) Saves money
Your little one may say, “ Dad! Mum! I need another dog…or I need a cat”. You will from this article not doubtfully forget to select the best natural care for your pet. Natural pet products can offer proper care, nourishment, nutrients and several other great benefits for your pet.
Extra known tips-
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There are several kinds of insect repellents in the market. Some are synthetic harsh chemicals and others are made from natural plant source. For many decades, the insect repellent market had relied strictly on the use of toxic chemicals to kill and repel pests. However, knowledge and health awareness is bringing people to the realization of the impact of these chemicals on our bodies.
The great thing is that many of the plant source can repel as effectively and even in some cases better than the synthetic chemicals. Some require more frequent application while others are sustainable for long hours. Just like everything, maintenance and frequent attention to application is best for optimum results.
Even though many of the toxic chemicals could last for hours. The effect of these chemicals causes even long term diseases such as cancer, hormonal disruption, neurological damage, severe skin irritation and much more. Yes, they last long enough to cause damage to your health especially from prolonged usage.
Lemon of Eucalyptus oil can be as effective as DEET in repelling mosquitoes. However, the pure oil has not been currently approved by the EPA as an insect repellent. Instead, a synthetic version of the lemon oil eucalyptus repellent exist as high as 30% active ingredient. It is known to be as effective but is not of natural source. However, using lemon of eucalyptus oil is a great start for prolonged effectiveness from mosquitoes.
There are many discussions and choices when it comes to picking the right insect natural repellent for several situations. However, choosing the best organic insect repellent is not easy as it sounds, considering the fact that you have to take into account a number of factors before making the final purchase.
Add to that, there are a plethora of stores selling insect repellent flooding the market today, which makes it harder to select the best one for you. Read on to find out four tips to choose the best insect repellent.
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We are also gearing up for the American grooming show coming up in Wheelings, IL.
August 11-13th 2017. We hope to see you there!
]]>Even though the EPA banned several toxic chemicals for use as pesticides, this ban did not fully cover the use of some toxic flea and tick chemical pesticides particularly in pet products. Our pets live in our homes, our kids hug the pets, carry them, touch them and traces of toxic chemicals stay with us.
Why is this a critical issue? This is an important issue because these toxic chemicals have been associated with an increased incidence of irreversible and detrimental effects on both human, pet health and the environment. They have caused hormonal disrupting effects, increased asthma and chronic bronchitis cases, caused neurological and reproductive damages, and are linked to hormonal interaction with estrogen leading to elevated increase in breast cancer and other forms of cancers, as well as shortened the life span of our pets.1
Knowing that whatever chemicals you buy affects your entire family, here is what to watch out for when searching for flea and tick repellent products for your pet either in the form of flea and tick sprays, shampoos, flea powder, flea and tick collars or yard spray for outdoor pesticide.
AVOID
2Example structure of Permetrin. (Visuals are fun)
References
1Pimental David, “Environmental and economic costs of the application of pesticides primarily in the united states, received sep 24th 2003; environment,development and sustainability (2005) 7:229-252
3 NRDC “GreenPaw Flea and Tick Products directory”, April 13th 2017
There’s a reason why it is said that DOGS are a man’s best friend. They display different personalities which makes us adore them. As part of the family, they grow with us, play with us, eat with us , sleep with us. They can be affectionate creatures, co-operative, playful, independent, shy, life of the “party”, laid back, protective and exhibit many more personalities. We love DOGs and they are part of the family. Now let’s check out some signs that could trigger the questions: “ do you have a little dog diva at home”?
Whatever the personality your dog exhibit, they are always trying to tell us something. Either an action to show affection, an action to show when something is wrong, an action to play. No matter the approach, we pay attention to give them the best care that they truly deserve. For they are indeed man's best friend!
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