PreciousPets.org Educational Articles on Natural Pet Health and NutritionEducational articles directly related to natural pet health and care, including an abundance of resources for natural and holistic products for you, your family, your pets and your home.The Rediscovery of a Super Antibiotic- October 22, 2004 Colloidal silver appears to be a powerful, natural antibiotic and preventative against infections. Acting as a catalyst, it reportedly disables the enzyme that one celled bacteria, viruses and fungi need for their oxygen metabolism. They suffocate without corresponding harm occurring to human enzymes or parts of the human body chemistry. The result is the destruction of disease causing organisms in the body and in the food.http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/silver.htm When Your Pet Has Diarrhea- October 22, 2004 Diarrhea is one of the most common medical symptoms of cats and dogs, says Dr. Sheila McCullough, veterinarian at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital. An owners first reaction to diarrhea should be to note when it started, how often it is happening, how much your pet is straining to defecate, and what the character of the diarrhea is (bloody, black, mucous like, or otherwise). In addition, you should try to recall unusual items that your pet may have...http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/pets-diarrhea.htm Fatty Acids for Pets by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM- October 20, 2004 Fats in the form of fatty acids have recently become a popular supplement among veterinarians, and not just those interested in holistic care. First suggested for use in treating allergies in pets, they are now advocated in cases of kidney disease, elevated cholesterol, and arthritis as well. Veterinarians are discovering that fatty acids can be valuable for a variety of conditions. So many doctors now use fatty acid supplements in treating atopic dermatitis in pets that, while I will...http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/fish-oil-pets.htm Pet Dental Health- October 17, 2004 Dental disease is the leading health issue in both dogs and cats over the age of two. Why Because the pet owner has not been educated nor trained how to properly manage their pets oral hygiene. If you never brushed your own teeth, how would your health be Or how would you like to communicate with everyone else who also did not manage their own oral hygiene Many pets have lost a significant number of their adult teeth by the age of 8 to 10, developed kidney, heart and liver diseases...http://www.preciouspets.org/articles/pet-dental-health.htm The Importance of Probiotics and Digestive Enzymes- October 17, 2004 Does your pet have digestion problems, diarrhea, skin problems, food intolerances, or other chronic health problems Supplement with a high quality pet probiotic to restore your pets healthy gut, and chances are you will improve your pets health. A probiotic, sometimes referred to as good or friendly bacteria, is a microorganism necessary for a healthy and balanced intestinal tract. There are two types of bacteria found in the intestinal tract, good and harmful bacteria. Good bacteria, or.http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/digestive-enzymes-probiotics.htm Call to Action: Threatening Your Access to Vitamins and Minerals- October 17, 2004 Three Steps and 11 Months to Diffuse the Ticking Time Bomb Threatening Your Access to Vitamins and Minerals. Please read and take action mentioned on page 2http://www.mercola.com/2004/oct/13/vitamins_minerals.htm Is Your Home Dangerous- October 16, 2004 When it comes to our households, pets are more vulnerable to poisoning than we think. It is not always the obvious like rat poison or pesticides. Sometimes it is the things we least expect, from house plants to carpet cleaners. The most common ways of poisoning are the ingestion of foods, plants, chemicals, medications and poisons meant to eradicate insects and other animals.http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/dangerous-home.htm Kidney Failure Diet by Dr. Ian Billinghurst- October 16, 2004 Apart from the absolutely essential need to be whole, raw and natural with no grains, the most important characteristic of a diet to support an animal with kidney failure is that it be LOW IN PROTEIN, LOW IN PHOSPHORUS AND LOW IN SALT. A kidney diet should have no commercially prepared foods, because mass produced commercial foods do not contain whole raw and natural foods and are all high in grains, salt, phosphorus and protein.http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/kidney-failure-diet.htm Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)- October 16, 2004 The Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, also known as FIV, was discovered in California in 1986. It is transmitted from cat to cat primarily by bites, as the virus is shed in the saliva. Intimate contact through grooming, sharing food etc. does not spread the virus. This disease is found worldwide. FIV is closely associated with FeLV. You should learn about both diseases if you have a cat.http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/feline-immunodeficiency-virus-fiv.htm Crate Training Your Dog- October 15, 2004 Providing your puppy or dog with an indoor kennel crate can satisfy many dogs need for a den like enclosure. Besides being an effective housebreaking tool (because it takes advantage of the dogs natural reluctance to soil its sleeping place), it can also help to reduce separation anxiety, to prevent destructive behavior (such as chewing furniture), to keep a puppy away from potentially dangerous household items (i.e. poisons, electrical wires, etc.), and to serve as a mobile indoor dog...http://www.preciouspets.org/newsletters/articles/crate-training.htm |