Northern Hills Magazine 2015 Easter Issue | Page 8

IMAGES: 123RF.COM ARTICLE / PET CARE & GROOMING “ DOG IS A THE ONLY THING ON EARTH THAT LOVES YOU MORE THAN HE LOVES HIMSELF” DOG HEALTH REMEDIES DULL FUR AND FLAKY, ITCHY SKIN Add salmon and sardines to regular dry dog food. Fatty acids are good for your pet’s hair, skin, heart, and joints. Fish oil can also be added to a dog’s diet, as it is an excellent anti-inflammatory and good for immune system support as well. DIARRHEA teeth and exercise the jaw.
 NAUSEA AND MOTION SICKNESS If your animal is nauseous, make a tea with ginger and peppermint sprigs and administer into your dog’s mouth using a pediatric syringe.
 Try the following potato diet to reduce loose stools and diarrhea, but only for 5 to 7 days, as it is not an appropriate maintenance diet. See a vet if original problem returns. EAR INFECTIONS POTATO STEW FOODS TO AVOID Ingredients: White potatoes, sweet potatoes, turnip, slice of leek, boiled chicken or beef. Instructions: Boil vegetables until stew like and mix with the boiled meat -- which should equal 30 % of the total recipe. ANIMAL BURNS AND SKIN IRRITATIONS If your pet experiences a skin irritation, simply take a cut leaf from an aloe plant, and apply directly to the wound or irritated area.
 If your pet has an ear infection, try mixing 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar into 1/3 cup water in a glass. Using a pediatric syringe, insert the mixture directly into your dog’s ears Chocolate Chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs in sufficient quantities. Onions Onions contain N-propyl disulphide, which destroys red blood cells in cats, causing a form of anemia called Heinz body anemia Garlic Garlic contains a similar substance as onions, in a lesser amount.
 HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS Raisins and Grapes To promote healthy teeth and gums, give your dog raw neck bones, marrow bones, raw carrots, and bully sticks and straps -- they are great for gnawing because they strengthen the 
There is an unknown toxic compound in the “fleshy” part of the grape. They should not be left where a dog or cat can have access to them, as the unknown toxin damages the kidneys. PAGE 06 / NORTHERN HILLS / EASTER ISSUE 2015 WWW.NORTHERNHILLS.CO.ZA