Natural De-Worming for Your Pets - You Can Have Naturally Worm Free Animals!

Worms. Not something we want to think about, right? But did you know that if your pet has worms they could be compromising their health, and can even lead to death if untreated? And did you know that if your pet has worms, you can also become infected with worms? Think of that as your dog or cat snuggles up with you in bed.
Conventional treatment falls into three chemical classes:

• Macrocycliclactones (ivermectin, moxidectin)
• Benzimidazoles (fenbendazole)
• Pyrimidines (pyrantel)

Growing scientific evidence is mounting showing that parasites are building up a resistance to conventional chemical de-wormers. This is causing super parasites that are immune to most chemicals, much like the overuse of antibiotics has caused super bugs that nothing can eliminate. Not to mention the side effects of the chemicals themselves.
Some possible side effects include:

• Colic Swollen Neck and Glands
• Allergic reactions
• Laminitis in Horses
• Various Gut Disturbances and Problems
• Skin Reactions Tongue Hanging Out,
• Horse Drooling
• Disturbances in the Hoof Walls of Horses
• Internal Damage
• Damage to the Animals Immune System
• And in rare cases, even Death

So what are your options? You don't want your pet to have worms and you don't want to poison your pet with chemicals. Fortunately, Mother Nature provides what we need if we know where to look. One great option is food grade Diatomaceous Earth. It is truly one of Mother Nature's greatest gifts.
Diatomaceous Earth is a fossilized deposit of microscopic shells created by one celled plants called Diatoms. Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth can be used for many things around the home and in agriculture. Food grade diatomaceous earth is EPA approved to be mixed with grains to control mealworms and other pests, against indoor and outdoor crawling insects, as an anti-caking agent for animal feed and food grade diatomaceous earth is FDA approved for internal and external use. It has been given a GRAS (generally regarded as safe) rating by the FDA.
This is only a partial list of the benefits of Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth:

• Natural wormer - eliminates many parasites without chemicals
• Safe, non-toxic, parasites don't build immunity as they do with traditional wormers
• 15 trace minerals - great for animals, humans, plants, and soil
• Helps detox heavy metals, E.coli, bacteria, viruses, etc.
• Promotes shinier coats
• Digestive aid Colon cleanser
• Better overall health
• Eliminates pests in stored grains
• Reduces flies, fleas, ticks, etc.
• Reduces manure odor
• Drying agent
• Antifungal properties - good for garden fungal growths

Food Grade Diatomaceous Earth is made of fossilized microscopic hard shells and as it comes in contact with insects it penetrates and removes their waxy outer layer causing them to lose moisture and dehydrate. Unlike chemical wormers, the parasites never build up a resistance and because it works gradually there is no danger of complications from die-off in the case of heavy infestation.
You can have naturally worm free animals. There are several good options available, herbal formulations, homeopathic remedies, and food grade diatomaceous earth, to name a few. All work very well when used properly, along with simple diet and lifestyle tweaks. Here are a few recommendations:
Feeding the best quality food and water free of chemicals and fillers. Cleaning up fecal droppings regularly In dogs and cats make sure you are eliminating fleas with non toxic natural flea remedies, as fleas lead to tape worm infestation. In horses, use natural fly repellants as flies that lay their eggs in the manure can lead to a viscous cycle of re-infestation. Using a product like Wormfree Naturally regularly, not just when you see worms, to break the cycle of re-infestation
I like the idea of using a product like Wormfree Naturally that contains food grade diatomaceous earth along with pro-biotics. It addresses the internal parasites, halts re-infestation by eliminating larvae in the manure, while also offering trace minerals and pro-biotics that are essential for a healthy digestive tract. Why wouldn't you want to do that for your pets? Can chemical de-wormers do all that?

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Flower Essences and How They Work for Animals

Is your dog experiencing some emotional distress? Shaking or hiding during thunderstorms, barking at the UPS man, experiencing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder? A fear of the unknown? Suddenly becoming aggressive or territorial? Perhaps it is time to investigate and learn about how Flower Essences can assist your animal's emotional challenge.
Although flowers and plants with medicinal properties have been around for thousands of years and used extensively by indigenous tribes, modern day essences began their popular rise in the late 1800's through the work and medical research of Dr. Edward Bach in England.
Dr. Bach gave up practicing traditional medicine when he began observing that many of his patients were not making a full recovery with traditional medicines. He left his practice in the city and moved to the English countryside, where he began working in his gardens and tuning into to what he later termed the "signature properties of the flowers."
Following his hunches, Dr. Bach began prescribing some of the 38 flower essence remedies he named to his patients who he identified as experiencing emotional traumas or distress through an extensive questionnaire he had developed. Lo and behold, Dr. Bach began noticing major changes in his patients and roots causes of issues simply disappearing. And thus the Bach Flower Remedy line was born.
Today the Bach line is still going strong and dozens of Flower Essence producers are making excellent remedies.
The essences work based on an energetic frequency model for health. Each remedy addresses a specific issue that may be affecting the person or animal and subtly and gently assist by shifting the energy frequency that is imbalanced back into balance.
For instance, Mimulus works wonders for animals with known fears such as: thunderstorms and loud noises. Rock Rose addresses panic and terror issues, while Vine is great for animals exhibiting aggression and Rescue Remedy is excellent for anxious animals or animals experiencing stress or changing situations.
The wonderful thing about the essences is that they are inexpensive (about $16 for a bottle), non- toxic, are so easy to administer (just drop into your animals water) and they really work, often quite quickly (I have seen shifts in animals in as few as 5 minutes).
Flower Essences work wonders for animals (and humans) in distress on many levels. I utilize them extensively in my Animal Wellness and Animal Communication practices as I find them to hit the spot and address the roots cause not just the symptoms.

Alecia Evans is a professional Animal Wellness Consultant. She is an award winning producer and host of the 12 week Grassroots Aspen television series, "The Whole Animal," and a well known lecturer on the topics of Animal Communication and Natural Health and Healing for Animals. She consults with clients the world over, helping their animals get back on the road to health naturally. In addition, Alecia is an Expert Dog Trainer and Behavior Consultant who assists animals and their people creating harmonious relationships through new levels of awareness and understanding.

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Pet First Aid - Be Prepared for Any Emergency

I consider my pets members of my family, and do my best to plan for emergencies as much as possible. It is important as a pet parent to be aware of your pet's normal everyday behavior. Your pet cannot tell you when he/she is in pain or discomfort, it is up to you to identify if and when they need first aid.
Pet First Aid Kit:
To start, put together a pet first aid kit. Pet first aid kits can be purchased at many pet stores or you could ask your veterinarian for a list of items to combine or add. The kit will include items similar to a human first aid kit such as:
* Vetericyn Wound and Infection Spray
* Sterile gauze dressings
* 3% hydrogen peroxide
* Adhesive bandages
* Adhesive tape
* Rectal thermometer
* Cold pack
* Grooming clippers
* Eye wash
* Penlight
* Thermal blanket
* Antiseptic cream
The above products can be used for any pet; cat, dog or horse. Vetericyn Wound and Infection Spray, compared to the human product Puracyn and made by the same company, is a non-toxic spray that will kill 99.99% of infection and bacteria in less than 30 seconds increasing oxygen to the wound and promoting rapid healing.
It is also suggested that you include a list of phone numbers related to pet health or emergencies in the kit as well. Write down your veterinarian's office number, a 24-hour animal clinic, the national animal poison control center, humane organization, and local animal shelters. Having this list of numbers on hand will save time and benefit your pet if an emergency occurs. Make sure that everyone in your family knows that this kit is for the family pet. Decide as a family where to put it so everyone knows where to find it in the case of an emergency.
Wound Care:
In the case that your pet has bleeding wounds, use gauze to apply pressure to the area which will promote clotting. If a trip to the vet is necessary, it is a good idea to call ahead and describe the injury; letting them know when you will arrive. Doing this will allow the staff time to prepare for your pet's arrival.
Penetrating Objects:
Cats and dogs are known for being curious creatures that can get themselves into a mess of trouble at times. If your pet has been stabbed by a stick, arrow or other object and it is still in the pet, do not remove it yourself. Here is what you should do to make sure the object does not penetrate further into the animal:
1. Get a foam cup
2. Make a hole in the bottom of the cup and place it over the object
3. Tape the cup around the object, if the object is long gently cut the object 5 inches above the wound. If you do not have a foam cup or something similar
4. If you do not have a foam cup or something similar, gently wrap gauze around the object
5. Get to the vet immediately
As they say, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Be prepared for emergencies; if you are, the emergency won't be quite as scary for you or your pet.

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