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Natural Remedies to Help Your Dog Stay Healthy
In recent years, growing numbers of dog owners have become interested in using natural remedies to keep their pets healthy. The following are some of the most popular all-natural treatments for common health problems your dog may face.
Apple Cider Vinegar
When you’re done grooming your dog, apply a few drops of apple cider vinegar to his ears to help prevent ear infections. In between grooming, apply a 50/50 mixture of apple cider vinegar and water to the area.
Coconut Oil
Add about one teaspoon of coconut oil per 10lbs of body weight into your dog’s food each day to encourage a shiny coat while helping to clear up rashes and other skin conditions.
Lavender Oil
Lavender essential oil is well known as a great way to reduce stress and promote a more restful sleep in humans, but it can also help an anxious pet feel calmer. If your dog is anxious due to environmental triggers like thunderstorms or fireworks, mix one drop of lavender essential oil with one drop of a carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil. Gently comb this mixture through your dog’s fur.
Oatmeal
If your dog is bothered by dry skin irritation, mix equal parts water and oatmeal to form a thick paste and apply it directly to dry spots. Wait 10 minutes before rinsing off. The saponins in oatmeal act as a gentle detergent that removes irritants from the skin while boosting moisture levels.
Oregano
Arthritis is fairly common among older pets. Ask your vet about using food grade oregano oil to keep your dog comfortable. This oil, which is found in the natural health section of stores, is administered orally by adding two to three drops added to your dog’s food three times per day. Alternatively, fresh oregano leaves can be added to your dog’s food.
Vitamin C
When your pooch is sick or stressed, his natural levels of Vitamin C decrease. Adding vitamin C supplements to your pet’s diet can boost his immune system by enhancing white blood cell function and activity. However, you should not give your dog supplements intended for human usage. Ask your vet to recommend a product that is safe for your pet.
Tasty Treats for Healthy Pooches
Never underestimate the importance of a healthy diet as a natural way to keep your pet feeling his very best. Max & Ruffy’s treats will appeal to your dog’s taste buds while offering nutritional benefits that promote his health and wellbeing. For example, our Powerhouse: Sweet Potato & Alfalfa treat contains many vitamins and minerals, is an excellent source of amino acids, and is a vital source of chlorophyll. With all these qualities alfalfa can aid in your dogs’ digestion, help to relieve pain and stiffness from arthritis, boost his or her immune system and act as a natural deodorizer to quell those lovely doggy smells!
All Natural Treats for Dogs
What is the definition of a Natural dog treat and why Max & Ruffy’s makes our treats this way!
You may be asking yourself what does the term “all natural dog treats” really mean and why should I purchase them for my companion. According to the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO), a voluntary membership association of local, state and federal agencies charged by law to regulate the sale and distribution of animal feeds and animal drug remedies, the term “natural” means:
“a feed or ingredient derived solely from plant, animal or mined sources, either in its unprocessed state or having been subject to physical processing, heat processing, rendering, purification, extraction, hydrolysis, enzymolysis or fermentation, but not having been produced by or subject to a chemically synthetic process and not containing any additives or processing aids that are chemically synthetic except in amounts as might occur unavoidably in good manufacturing practices.”
That being stated, a treat that has chemicals added to it would not be considered natural. Here at Max & Ruffy’s, we are sticklers for using only pure, simple, organic ingredients in our products. No chemicals, no additives, no anything you can’t pronounce, just nutritious ingredients from the earth. We strongly beleive that feeding Max & Ruffy’s treats can lend to the total well-being of your companion thereby helping to keep him/her healthy for the future and potentially saving you money on costly vet bills that are often associated with poor diets or diets loaded with unnatural preservatives, additives and artificial colorings and flavors. For example, some dog foods and treats contain chemical preservatives known as BHA, BHT, and Ethoxyquin. These are three dangerous chemical preservatives that have been linked as cancer-causing agents, yet are still permitted for use by the pet food industry.
We hope that this information can help you in making an informed decision regarding the treats that you offer to your companion. Go all natural, treat with Max & Ruffy’s and contribute to your companion’s well-being!
