Sunday, April 14, 2013

Discover Natural and Effective Dog Pain Relievers

By Geraldine Dimarco


If you are reading this you are probably a proud owner of a dog- right? You are happy with him and enjoying having him in your life. Of course, life is not always all that rosy for the both of you. Things can happen that can cause discomfort to your pet. We know all about it. Here are essential tips about dog pain relievers you need to know about.

Alright, you have a dog in pain-what's the reason? You have to know the source of his suffering so you can deal with it and eliminate it from the animal's life. I mean, you can't administer a strong dog pain medicine if all your dog is experiencing is minor inconveniences of tick bites. If your dog seems to be in the throes of a sickness more serious in nature, you need to have him checked by a licensed vet right away.

If your pet's discomfort is not medically critical, you can use a lot of natural remedies to treat it. Peppermint or Ginger essences for instance, take away car sickness. A few drops of lavender, valerian or chamomile oil on his fur and collar can also reduce his stress levels significantly.

If "hot spots" or fleas are a cause of irritation to your pet, dab a mix of water with tea tree oil on the affected area on your dog. Eucalyptus sprayed on his fur is also great in repelling ticks and other pesky parasites. If you can, don't use products with strong chemicals in them to treat your dog's flea problems. Use herbal based treatment shampoos instead when bathing him.

Help ease the stress that canines feel by giving them a gentle massage or brushing out their fur. This releases tension that also causes pain. Brushing them will allow you the opportunity to spot check for any tumors, rocks, ticks and wounds that your dog may have. Put some Aloe Vera on the cuts but if these wounds don't heal after 10 days, bring them to a vet.

Human medication should never be used as dog pain medicine at any time. The medicine that we use, no matter how mild we may think it is, contain chemicals that are too strong for animals. There are people who sometimes use Aspirin for their dogs in small amounts; but Aspirin can result in ulcers. Moreover, it also thins the bloodstream, endangering the life of an animal recuperating from surgery.

If your dog's pain is not being helped by these natural remedies, then it is time that you ask your vet for a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug that your dog can safely use. These NSAIDs are known to be quite safe, although there are still cases where some dogs experience some adverse side effects when they are put on these. It is recommended that any drug is used only over a specific period of time.

Use the simple tips and information on great dog pain relievers to ensure your dog's quality of life today. With a healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen, you can be sure that your dog enjoys his best life with you always.




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