HEALTHY
BREEDING WITH HERBS AND HOMEOPATHY
BY MARINA ZACHARIAS
Truly
there is no finer sight for animal lovers
than to see an alert-eyed, lustrous
coated dog racing across a field with
great stamina. We rejoice in their health
and vigor, and wish them a long,
disease-free and contented life.
As
breeders, this is our hope for every
newborn puppy we bring into this world.
These precious warm bundles are totally
dependent on us for managing their
tenuous journey into the healthy well
adjusted adult we wish them to be. We all
derive such pleasure in the companionship
our dogs provide for us, that we must
return the favor by providing them with
the best health care and management that
we can.
Our
society has been conditioned with
quick-fix and band-aid medicine. We know
from experience that this often times
only gives temporary relief and in fact
can generate a rebound effect of symptoms
or undesirable side-effects.
Complimentary
medicine, in particular Homeopathy and
Herbs, can play a very large part in the
successful rearing of our animals.
Homeopathy and Herbs are essentially,
natural healing processes, providing
remedies to assist the patient to regain
health by stimulating the body's natural
forces of recovery. They concentrate on
treating the patient, rather than the
disease.
Homeopathic
remedies may be used singularly or in
combinations. Combination remedies are
simple and easy to use. They provide the
less experienced prescriber with an
opportunity to apply homeopathy to a
broad range of illnesses A very
effective, reliable line of homeopathic
combinations is called BHI. These German
formulations are utilized by
veterinarians and physicians throughout
the world due to their high success rate
and ease of prescribing. I personally
have found them to be excellent for my
dogs and family.
Here are
but a few well proven remedies that can
assist in the rearing of healthy animals.
Of course, veterinary advise should
always be sought in cases of serious
illness or injury.
Breeding
Problems:
For
bitches that do not come in season or the
seasons are not normal Dr. Deva Kaur
Khalsa recommends the following
homeopathic remedies;Sepia 30c-one dose
every 10 days for 3 doses Pituitary 30c-
one dose in the beginning of the month
This combination can bring the majority
of bitches into season
For
bitches who cycle normally but who do not
conceive there is a very good European
remedy to use called Tridex PU 200. This
is given to the bitch approx. 4 to 6
weeks before her next season every other
day.
The Stud
Dog who suffers from exhaustion and
debility from overuse could benefit well
from China 30c , Gelsemium 30c or BHI
Enzyme. They can be given three times
daily until improvement. The remedy
Tridex B9 is very useful in treating
hypersexuality in the male.
For care
of the bitch during and after pregnancy
there are specific homeopathic and herbal
remedies which are recommended, that I
have used with consistently good results.
As I have mentioned them in detail in
previous articles, I will only list them
here:Pregnancy Formula- given weekly (
combines Caulophyllum 30c, Arnica 30x,
and Sepia 30c); NR Birth Aid; Fading
Puppy Remedy( a homeopathic complex);
Viburnum opulis 30c ( for history of
miscarriage.)
A special
note here should be made about the
regular use of Vitamin E. Statistical
reports from a random sample of bitches
on Vitamin E, show that conception
chances at mating, are about 40% better
than a random sample of bitches not
taking the vitamin. When both partners
use it, results are even better. I use a
natural form rather than synthetic. It
has been recently proven that the
synthetic form has a far less absorption
rate than natural vitamin E.
Herbs can
also aid in fertility. Seaweed blended
with nettle and grated raw almonds are
splendid fertility aids.
Any
animal, especially those used in breeding
must be free of all parasites, internal
as well as external. Unfortunately
numerous puppies are lost by the use of
chemical wormers. There are certainly
natural alternatives that are effective
and are safe! The very best one I have
found which has proven the most effective
and simplest is a Chinese Herbal formula
called Anti-Parasite Powder. It is
effectual for roundworms, tapeworms,
whipworms, hookworms, and giardia. It can
be safely used on nursing bitches and
pups of any age. This natural formula
works quickly and best of all eliminates
the risks! I once had a dog contract two
stubborn varieties of tapeworm. After a
short three day course of the
Anti-Parasite powder, the one variety was
eliminated. I then doubled the dosage and
after one treatment the other variety was
eliminated. My veterinarian couldn't
believe it!
To help
prevent internal parasites on young pups
and especially to keep immunity high,
I give the bitch NR Herbal Compound
tablets throughout pregnancy and during
nursing. This compound consisting of
Garlic, Rue, Sage, Thyme, Eucalyptus,
Wormwood and Vegetable Charcoal has many
great internal cleansing properties, all
which get passed through the milk. This
unique compound was formulated by
herbalist Juliette de Bairacli Levy. She
has been a pioneer in herbal treatments
and prevention for all animals with a
worldwide following since the 1930's.
With continued daily regular use of the
compound on all my dogs, they have been
free of parasites, fleas and illness! Due
to its immunity stimulating abilities,
this is truly one compound I would not be
without.
Puppies
fed any formula can be given
Lactobacillus acidophilus daily. This is
a must if anti-biotics are being used.
Make sure to get the live enzyme from
your pharmacist (It needs to be
refrigerated. A good brand is
"Lactinex".) Or use plain
yogurt if you are in a pinch. This will
go far in helping to prevent diarrhea in
the pups. For yellow diarrhea in pups use
the homeopathic remedy Podophyllum 6x or
BHI Diarrhea in the formula or orally
several times a day until improvement.
For general colic conditions, try
chamomile tea along with BHI Spasm-Pain
and BHI Stomach.
Bitches
that lose coat while nursing can be given
extra lecithin, vitamin E, and B complex
vitamins. BHI Hair and Skin can be used
daily to promote rapid hair growth. Also
give the double normal ration of seaweed.
Special
note here should be made about the merits
of deep-seaweed. It is without equal as a
natural source of iodine. This is highly
desirable for pregnant mothers and
especially needed during the age of
adolescence to ensure the proper
development of the reproductive organs.
It not only gives dark pigment to eyes,
nose and claws, but its true fame is due
to the powers to stimulate hair growth.
When blended with the herbs cleavers,
nettles, comfrey and uva ursi, it acts
well as a glandular tonic ( particularly
for thyroid function), promoting general
forward and stalwart body development,
including strong bones. This combination,
called NR Seaweed Mineral Food, when used
daily for in the in-whelp bitch, has
proven to give excellent results in the
general improvement of the litter as well
as preventing acid or failing milk and
streptococcal infection. I have tried
many kelps but this is truly the best I
have found. The coats on my dogs are not
only thick, but are very deep in color as
well. I give it daily to all my dogs to
ensure they receive the trace elements
and minerals they need.
In acute
mastitis cases there are many remedies
that have proven excellent. The earlier
you can catch the first signs of symptoms
the faster and more complete homeopathic
remedies can cure. In my own experience,
I have found that when given at the first
signs of symptoms, the mastitis was
aborted within the day of treating with
homeopathy. For example:Aconite 30c given
every 10 minutes for 4 doses in the early
stages. This can help reduce anxiety and
relieve fever. BHI Inflammation, BHI
Injury and Traumeel (oral) can be used as
they give excellent results. Apis 30c
will also aid in the reduction of
swelling.
Externally-
bathe the glands with an infusion of mint
or use dock or elder leaves. The
homeopathic ointment Traumeel also can
bring good relief.
In cases
where a bitch's milk is slow to come in
try Urtica urens 30x for one or two doses
after birth. This usually gets the milk
flow going.( In the lower potencies such
as 3x it will help to dry up milk.) There
are many foods which help to increase
milk production rapidly. Goats milk;
grated raw or cooked carrots; oat flakes;
seaweed powder; honey.
I use a
wonderful combination called NR Tree
Barks Gruel which combines Slippery Elm
flour, Barley, Dill and Marshmallow root.
It can be added to the food or I give it
with goats milk and honey as an extra
meal. These ingredients are excellent for
milk production, as well as calming the
bitch's overworked system. All my puppies
are weaned with this Gruel.( They love
the taste!) It soothes the stomach and
entire digestive tract. Based on an old
Native Indian recipe, it has proven to
give superiority in bone, body and
temperament. It can be especially useful
in any case of diarrhea; sickness or
convalescing animal. It can be
particularly good for the dog with
chronic digestive disorders. Simply add
it daily to the food.
Any animal
who suffers a lack of appetite can surely
not perform at their best. For the dog
who appears to have an appetite but only
eats a couple of mouthfuls Lycopodium 30c
could help this with a single dose. The
Tridex 771 remedy has proven extremely
useful in cases of appetite, underweight
and in poor condition problems. In
general, cases can be internally dosed
with an infusion of peppermint twice
daily. Finely chopped cress and grated
raw apple are good to add on the food.
An
excellent appetite restorer that also
aids in digestion is NR Daily Health
tablets. This Juliette de Bairacli Levy
formula is blended with couchgrass,
garlic, molasses, barley, kelp, and hops.
Dried hops are truly one of nature's best
appetite stimulants and couchgrass is a
most important intestinal cleansing herb
for dogs. The blend promotes overall
vitality and well being. I have given
these to all my dogs for nine years now,
and their health has been excellent.
In cases
of a an upset stomach, usually due from
eating of the wrong foods Nux vomica 30x
or BHIStomach are good remedies. If there
is great pain in the abdomen and
especially if the dog is twisting in
discomfort while crying out in pain
Colocynthis 30c or BHI Intestine will
bring relief.
In cases
of acute gastritis where there is great
rumbling in the gut and the above
mentioned remedies have not brought
relief, I use Magnesia phosphorica 30x
and Natrum muriaticum 30x every hour
until the symptoms are relieved. In the
emergency cases of Gastric Torsion or
"Bloat", Nux moschata 30c can
be used every 15 minutes along with BHI
Stomach. This is definitely worth trying
as it may stop the need for surgery.
There is a
growing trend of veterinarians who
utilize holistic medicine in their
practices in North America. Complimentary
medicine is well accepted in Europe and
in many countries of the world. It is
estimated that 90% of veterinarians in
Germany use homeopathy in their practices
The British Royals have utilized
homeopathy for generations. In fact, it
is recognized under the British National
Health Service as an accepted and safe
form of medical treatment. It is up to
us, the breeders and all animal lovers,
to encourage our veterinarians to explore
all the health care options that are
available to us.
Through
the years I have enjoyed tremendous
success using complimentary medicine on
my dogs. Even when I find it necessary to
treat using orthodox methods, due to the
dogs' high level of health and the
initial homeopathic and herbal treatments
that I have given them, their response
time in healing is remarkable. Truly then
we have the best of both worlds.
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