Avoid Pet Dehydration when Travailing by Air

Many dogs and cats get sick when traveling by air because of  dehydration.

Dehydration can be avoided with preparation few days prior transporting your dog or cat by giving them a MIX of the following formula (always consult with your Vet!!) and this is very effective  post transportation .

 

Section A

Glycine 6.18g, Citric Acid Monobasic 0.48g, Potassium Phosphate Monobasic 2.08g, Potassium Citrate 0.12g, Sodium Chloride 8.58g.

Section B 

Glucose 44.61g

 

Section A and Section B must be always be used together.

Choosing Best Pet Foods - Ingredients

Pet Health Through Nutrition

Alfalfa

Alfalfa is one of the most nutritionally complete foods, providing nutrients needed by dogs to sustain wellbeing. The green leaves of the alfalfa plant are an excellent source of digestible soluble fiber and chlorophyll. Alfalfa has also been shown to be a source of protein and rich source of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and zinc. It also contains the entire spectrum of known vitamins including Vitamin A (Beta Carotene), Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Niacin, Biotin, Choline, Pantothenic acid, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Tocopherols), and Vitamin K.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants are a necessity to every diet, including your dogs and cats. Antioxidants are powerful compounds that neutralize free radicals – natural substances produced by the body as it ages – to help your dog maintain a healthy, active life. Dogs naturally produce their own antioxidant Vitamin C, but other antioxidant nutrients such as Vitamin E, Beta Carotene, and the trace mineral Selenium must be consumed in their daily diets. The best food sources of antioxidant nutrients are fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains – all foods most dogs like but don’t regularly get to eat.

Beet Pulp

Beet Pulp is the vegetable matter that remains after sugar is extracted from sliced grey sugar beets. It is an excellent source of soluble fiber and helps to maintain a healthy digestive tract and promote normal stools.

Brewer’s Yeast

Brewer’s dried yeast is loaded with highly digestible protein with an exceptional amino acid balance and contains an abundance of natural minerals and vitamins, especially B Complex Vitamins (except B12). Brewer’s dried yeast helps the digestive system work at peak efficiency, allowing your pet to get even more nutrition from our wholesome foods.

Brown Rice

Brown rice is natural whole grain rice that provides fiber as well as valuable quantities of minerals and essential B vitamins. It is highly digestible and an excellent high quality complex carbohydrate source for energy and fiber for colon health.

Eggs

Eggs are one of nature’s most nutrient dense foods and play an important part of a balanced diet. They are considered a complete protein source providing essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals (Vitamins A, B, E, K, Biotin, and Sulfur) that can make a significant contribution to healthy growth and muscle development. Eggs also provide healthy fats such as Omega-6 for healthy skin and coat.

Flax Seed Meal

Flax seed meal is the richest plant source of antioxidant lignans and Omega-3 fatty acids that both help support an active immune system. The high levels of Omega-3 fatty acids in flax seed meal also help promote healthy skin and a shiny coat. Flax seed meal also has a very high level of highly digestible protein and essential amino acids needed to keep dogs fit and healthy. In addition, flax seed meal contains high amounts of fiber (aids in digestion), Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and is extremely high in the minerals Potassium, Calcium and Phosphorus.

Potatoes

Potatoes are a real energy provider for your dog as they provide an excellent source of highly digestible complex carbohydrates. They contain an abundance of potassium and magnesium, minerals required for healthy muscles and a strong heart. Potatoes are also a good source of Vitamin C.

Proteinated Minerals

Proteinated minerals are organic minerals complexed with natural protein amino acids. By acting like a protein they offer better absorption, resulting in more efficient use of the regular trace minerals.

SUPPLEMENTS FOR PETS

Even pets eating kibbles are more likely to suffer from vitamin overdoses (due to the amount manufacturers add to the finished product) than vitamin deficiencies. Give your pets the extra boost they need by feeding them raw vegetables and fruits as treats.

Optimal pet health is more than just avoiding a marked deficiency, and that their pets may benefit from daily supplements. Here are the vitamins that dogs and cats need most, and why:

• Vitamin A: For healthy tissues, inside and out. The best form is from fish oils, like cod-liver, and is beneficial to dogs and cats.
• .B Vitamins: Promote growth and aid in healing. B Vitamins are also necessary for fat and protein assimilation, as well as metabolic processes. They are found naturally in eggs, yogurt and kefir (an enzyme-rich yogurt-like product that stimulates digestion and peristalsis).
• Vitamin C: An essential antioxidant that helps eliminate free radicals. Carnivores can produce their own vitamin C, but their need for it increases in stressful situations. The best form for dogs is calcium ascorbate, which is water-soluble and causes the fewest side effects (such as nausea or diarrhea).
• Vitamin E: An essential antioxidant. Promotes healthy circulation in the heart and arteries. It also helps protect the lungs from the effects of pollution. Senior cats especially can benefit from increased vitamin E intake to maintain their immune system responses.
• Probiotics: Just as we need active, "friendly" intestinal flora to help us digest our food, so do dogs. Enhance your pet's diet with active cultures, and treat them to kefir or plain yogurt on occasion. You can give them to your pet 4-7 times a week, to help restore and maintain a healthy digestive tract.

PET 'S SHAMPOO, FRARANCES AND SKIN CONDITIONERS - HOME MADE

Aromatic Dry Shampoo

250 ml (1 cup) cornmeal
250 ml (1 cup) baby/talcum powder
5 ml (1 tsp) rosemary
5 ml (1 tsp) lavender

Combine all of the ingredients in a large, airtight container and let them sit overnight. This will allow the rosemary and lavender to scent the other two ingredients lightly. When ready, sprinkle generously over your dog and brush it into her fur by working your fingers against the lay of her coat. Once it's worked in thoroughly, use your fingers or a hard rubber brush to massage her coat in the direction of the fur but working in circles. Brush until the mixture is completely out of the coat. Your baby will smell great, the powder and cornmeal help absorb excess oil and dirt to clean her, and she won't have had to go through the trauma of having a full bath! How great is that?

Herbal Shampoo

470 ml (2 cups) purified water
10 ml (1 tbsp) rosemary
10 ml (1 tbsp) orange zest
30 ml (2 tbsp) chamomile
10 ml (1 tbsp) lavender oil
120 ml (1/2 cup) baby shampoo

Bring water to a boil, and then remove from heat. Add all of the herbs, cover the dish, and allow it to steep overnight. Strain the mixture and stir in the oils, then gently add the shampoo until well mixed. This shampoo should be kept refrigerated for freshness when not in use, but use about 2 tablespoons every time you wash your dog for a sweet-smelling, great treat for both of you. Don't forget to give her a little massage while you're rubbing it in!

Lemon Flea Dip

3 lemons
940 ml (1 quart) water
60 ml (1/4 cup) baking soda
5 ml (1 tsp) herbal shampoo

Cut the lemons into eighths while bringing the water to a rolling boil. Add the lemons, boil for one hour, then cover and let the mixture steep overnight. Strain the solution then add the remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly. Warm to a tepid temperature before applying. To spoil your pup with the application, dip a sponge into the water and drizzle it slowly over her coat, then use your fingers to work it in using slow, deliberate circles focusing on points like the hips and shoulders. Give her a good massage - she deserves it! This shampoo uses citrus oil to help repel fleas, but the warm water and baking soda also help to soothe any existing irritations she may have.

PET FOOD RECIPES

Ingredients:

SAUTEED LIVER

CHICKEN SOUP

VEAL STEW

LIVER COOKIES

LAMB STEW

MACKEREL DINNER

FISH COOKIES

BEEF COOKIES

DOG MORSELS

KITTY TREATS

BUDGIE BROWNIES

Directions:

1. SAUTEED LIVER Heat 1 teaspoon corn oil in a pan. Add 1/4 pound beef liver and fry on both sides until cooked but not dry inside. Add 1/2 cup water to the pan and mix it up with all the brown bits. For dogs, cut the liver into pieces and serve; for cats, grind the liver in a blender, using the pan juices.

2. CHICKEN SOUP Combine 1 chicken liver, 1 giblet, 1 chicken heart, 1 chicken neck, 2 cups water and 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley. Cover and simmer until the giblet is tender. Chop all the meat for dogs removing bones and mix with kibble; for cats, you may want to grind the meat in the blender.

3. VEAL STEW Combine 1/2 pound stewing veal, 1 cup canned tomatoes, 1 cup water, 1 chicken bouillon cube, 1/2 onion (chopped), parsley and a dash of garlic powder in a pot and simmer. When meat is tender, remove all the bones. For dogs, cut the meat in chunks, and mix stew with kibble or some other grain; for cats, grind the stew in blender, adding a tablespoon of wheat germ or 1/2 slice of whole wheat bread.

4. LIVER COOKIES Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine 1/2 cup dry milk and 1/2 cup wheat germ; drizzle 1 teaspoon honey on top. Add one 3 1/3 oz. jar of strained liver baby food or homemade blended liver and stir until everything is well mixed. Form the mixture into balls; place them on an oiled cookie sheet and flatten them with a fork. Bake 8 to 10 minutes. Consistency should be fudgy. Store in a jar in the fridge; freeze if keeping more than a few days.

5. LAMB STEW Follow the recipe for Veal Stew, using chunks of lamb instead and leaving out the tomato if desired.

6. MACKEREL DINNER Heat 1 tsp. corn oil in a skillet and fry 1 small mackerel until it flakes apart easily. Remove and cool. Pour 1/2 cup hot water into the pan and scrape the brown bits into it. Remove the bones from the fish and mix with the juice. For dogs, serve in pieces with kibble; for cats, grind with the pan juices.

7. FISH COOKIES Follow the recipe for Liver Cookies but use instead 3 1/2 ounces of mashed and boned mackerel, either canned or freshly cooked.

8. BEEF COOKIES Following the recipe for Liver Cookies, using cooked beef puree instead.

9. DOG MORSELS 2 cups whole wheat flour 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 cups white flour 1 cup skim milk powder 2 eggs water 1/2 cup melted beef or pork drippings (or lard) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix ingredients together with enough water to make a stiff dough. Roll out and cut into Christmas shapes. Bake on cookie sheet until hard.

10. KITTY TREATS 1 1/2 cups rolled oats 1/4 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup flour 1/2 cup tuna oil, chicken broth or beef bouillon Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix all ingredients into a dough. Dust hands with flour and form small, 1/2" -thick, round "biscuits". Set on greased cookie sheet. Bake 30 minutes (or until biscuits are slightly browned). Cool 30 minutes before serving.

11. BUDGIE BROWNIES < 1 cup cornmeal 1 tsp. finely ground cuttlebone 1 cup hulled millet 2 tbsp. liquid honey 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 2 eggs 2 tbsp. raw wheat germ 4 egg yolks (for larger birds add 1/2 cup peanuts or coconut) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place all ingredients into a bowl and mix well. Pat into a greased and floured baking dish. Bake for 30 minutes or until firm (if edges start to get too brown, cover with foil). Cool and cut into small squares.

HANDMADE DOG PAWS SOFTENER - FOR CRACKED PAWS

½ cup olive oil
4 drops sweet orange oil (purchase from health food store)
2 teaspoons freshly cut lemon juice

Mix all ingredients together thoroughly.

Apply softener to nails and pads in a gentle circular motion.

HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS USED FOR PETS!

In some cases, the implementation of alternatives practices may improve your pet's condition. However, the same caution must be taken when using these alternatives as you would with conventional medicine. When used inappropriately, serious illness can result. The best way to address the issue of natural supplements for pets is to become informed about what treatments are available and how they can be used. Following are some of the treatments currently being used by veterinarians and pet owners to treat animals:

Alfalfa
Arthritis, allergies, rich in trace minerals, joint problems, appetite enhancer

Aloe Vera Juice
Ulcers, over-acid conditions, arthritis, intestinal

Bee Pollen
Restore hormone balances, regulate the digestive tract, and calm the symptoms of common allergies.

Black Walnut Tincture
Fungus infections, roundworms, tapeworms, parasites, ringworm, de-wormer!

Butcher's Broom
Improves Circulation

Catnip Tincture
For the kitties, supports nervous and immune systems, euphoria, relaxation

Chamomile Tincture
Chamomile is used for the treatment of pain and inflammation in the intestines and stomach.

Colloidal Silver
Natural alternative to antibiotics. Great for rashes, minor cuts, itch and yeast.

Cornsilk Tincture
Used for leakage, strengthening the bladder, soothing, helpful for many urinary problems!

Echinacea Tincture
Immune builder, fights infections, cysts, tumors

Eucalyptus Oil
A few drops in your pet's shampoo to rid fleas.

Garlic Tincture
Natural antibiotic, repels fleas

Glucosamine & Chondroitin
Arthritis, joints, rebuilds cartilage

Green Tea Extract
Immune Booster and Powerful Antioxidant

Hawthorn Berries Tincture
Strengthens heart. Also for pets with foamy drool.

Hydrangea Tincture
Arthritis, gout, kidney and bladder problems, dissolves kidney stones

Kelp Tincture
Goiter, thyroid, takes fat off, helps metabolism, cleans arteries, trace minerals, helps calcium assimilation

Marshmallow Root Tincture
Inflamed lungs & urinary, enriches nursing milk

Mullein Leaf Tincture
Nervous cough

Parsley Root Tincture
Blood builder, potassium source, diuretic, leg cramps, kidneys

Pau D'Arco Tincture - Argentina government gives it free to cancer and leukemia patients.
All infections and inflammations, anemia, asthma, arthritis, arteriosclerosis, as a blood builder, bronchitis, all types of cancer, diabetes, fungus, snake bites, tumors,

Pennyroyal
A few drops in your pet's shampoo to eliminate fleas. Caution: Undiluted pennyroyal oil can be toxic and should never be used at full strength.

Peppermint Oil
Used for thunder phobia and for calming animal when needed. Apply to feet. Not for use with cats!

Slippery Elm Tincture
Diarrhea, soothes inflamed stomach and bowel mucous membranes,

Tea Tree Oil
Ear mites, flea dip (1 T. per gallon), cuts, sores, antiseptic. Not for use with cats!

Yucca Tincture
Natural cortisone, arthritis, rheumatism, inflammation, skin problems due to allergies.

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