In the 12.30 Friday class, we were discussing Bach Flower Remedies for Dogs. Whilst we were all really interested, we had limited experience of its use. I have detailed below the remedies and the use that it is recommended for in dogs. It would be great to hear evidence from you guys if any one of them have been used successfully. FB us with the info or leave a comment below!
Administering essences to your dog can be done in several ways.
Given by mouth, the easiest and most obvious way to do this is by putting the drops onto the food. The normal amount of drops would be 8 in the morning meal and 8 in the evening meal. You can add the drops to treats through out the day.
Adolescence
Adolescence in dogs starts around six months and may last up to eighteen months depending on the breed of dog.
Bach flower remedies to help:
Chestnut bud
For impulsiveness, youthful over exuberance and tending not to absorb training lesson.
Vine
For dealing with impulsiveness and rebelliousness
Walnut and Scleranthus
Used for changing hormonal levels as the dog grows, dealing with temperament.
Attention Seekers
There are many common problems related to attention seeking. The remedies will back up any training you are putting into place.
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Heather
This would be helpful for reducing a dogs cloying attention- seeking ways
Willow
If the dog appears resentful and moody
Vine
To help negate the dogs controlling behaviour
Bereavement
An animal can feel the feeling of loss or grief, dogs are also very affected by the grief of humans. A dog does not like it when a pack changes or acts odd.
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Star of Bethlehem
To help dogs recover from the shock of grief and loss
Gorse
To brighten the emotional state when broken hearted or giving up
Sweet Chestnut
To help bring light and upbeat to a darkened mood
Wild Rose
For dogs that have given up on life
Walnut
To give strength and resilience and to help move on
Emergency Situations
Emergency situations might be, being attacked, accident, serve fright, urgent medical treatment.
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Star of Bethlehem
To help dogs recover from the shock of grief and loss
Rescue remedy
The classic combination of 5 flowers to help in emergency situations. Star of Bethlehem, Rock Rose, Cherry Plum, and Impatiens
Fear and Anxiety
Fear and anxiety comes in all shapes and forms. The training basis need to be address however while in training these remedies will work along side.
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Mimulus
This address everyday, ongoing mild fears and panic.
Rock Rose
This is used for extreme fear or terror, used for tremble, cower or just freezing within animals.
Rescue Remedy
The classic combination of 5 flowers to help in emergency situations. Star of Bethlehem, Rock Rose, Cherry Plum, and Impatiens
Star of Bethlehem
To help dogs recover from the shock of grief and loss
Recuperation From an Illness
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Aspen
To help with unconscious fears and feelings
Impatiens
To help with stress and mental tension
Separation Anxiety
Bach Flower remedies to help:
Walnut
This remedy can build up a sense of emotional independence which is needed if he is to feel secure alone.
Source: :http://www.thenaturalpetpantry.co.uk/bach-flower-remedies-for-dogs
Tuesday, 30 April 2013
Sunday, 28 April 2013
Coconut Oil
Handlers Becky and Micks black labs always have the most AMAZING sheen on their coats. When I asked her what was the secret, she said Coconut Oil! Have done a bit of research and here's the info...
Fed regularly to pets, coconut oil can have many health benefits - for their skin, digestive and immune systems, metabolic function, even their bone and brain health! Here are the top 10 reasons to add coconut oil to your dog's diet:
1. Coconut oil improves overall skin health, and clears up skin conditions such as eczema, flea allergies, contact dermatitis, and itchy skin.
2. Incredibly emollient, coconut oil helps moisturize the dryest K9 skin and makes a dog's coat gleam with health - whether you add it to her diet, her shampoo, or both!
3. Applied topically to the skin, coconut oil promotes the healing of cuts, wounds, hot spots, bites, and stings.
4. The antibacterial andantifungal properties of coconut oil help reduce doggy odor, and its pleasantly tropical aroma imparts a delightful scent to a dog's skin and coat.
5. Coconut oil prevents and treats yeast infections, including candida. Its antiviral agents also help dogs recover quickly from kennel cough.
6. Digestion and nutrient absorption are improved by the addition of coconut oil to a dog's diet. It can, however, cause stool to loosen
7. Coconut oil reduces - and sometimes eliminates - doggy breath. Some dog lovers even brush their pets' teeth with the stuff! Which makes sense, as dogs love the taste of coconut oil, and that makes the chore less arduous for brusher and brushee.
8. Like cinnamon, coconut oil helps prevent diabetes by regulating and balancing insulin. It also promotes normal thyroid function, and helps prevent infection and heart disease.
9.Helping to reduce weight and increase energy, coconut oil also promotes mobility in dogs with arthritis and other joint issues.
10. Again like cinnamon, coconut oil is excellent for brain health; it's being used to stave off dementia in humans, and it's a must to keep senior dogs' minds from becoming cloudy.
Ive just started my gang on it today! It's not the cheapest of products but with all these health benefits, it's gotta be worth the money.
Les x
Fed regularly to pets, coconut oil can have many health benefits - for their skin, digestive and immune systems, metabolic function, even their bone and brain health! Here are the top 10 reasons to add coconut oil to your dog's diet:
1. Coconut oil improves overall skin health, and clears up skin conditions such as eczema, flea allergies, contact dermatitis, and itchy skin.
2. Incredibly emollient, coconut oil helps moisturize the dryest K9 skin and makes a dog's coat gleam with health - whether you add it to her diet, her shampoo, or both!
3. Applied topically to the skin, coconut oil promotes the healing of cuts, wounds, hot spots, bites, and stings.
4. The antibacterial andantifungal properties of coconut oil help reduce doggy odor, and its pleasantly tropical aroma imparts a delightful scent to a dog's skin and coat.
5. Coconut oil prevents and treats yeast infections, including candida. Its antiviral agents also help dogs recover quickly from kennel cough.
6. Digestion and nutrient absorption are improved by the addition of coconut oil to a dog's diet. It can, however, cause stool to loosen
7. Coconut oil reduces - and sometimes eliminates - doggy breath. Some dog lovers even brush their pets' teeth with the stuff! Which makes sense, as dogs love the taste of coconut oil, and that makes the chore less arduous for brusher and brushee.
8. Like cinnamon, coconut oil helps prevent diabetes by regulating and balancing insulin. It also promotes normal thyroid function, and helps prevent infection and heart disease.
9.Helping to reduce weight and increase energy, coconut oil also promotes mobility in dogs with arthritis and other joint issues.
10. Again like cinnamon, coconut oil is excellent for brain health; it's being used to stave off dementia in humans, and it's a must to keep senior dogs' minds from becoming cloudy.
Ive just started my gang on it today! It's not the cheapest of products but with all these health benefits, it's gotta be worth the money.
Les x
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