Guest guest Posted February 21, 2003 Report Share Posted February 21, 2003 We have alot of dogs, all kinds shapes sizes whatever, having done rescue for quite some time I have found that adding a small amount of garlic to their food everyday keeps the parasites away (and we use the dried powdered stuff) That has been extreemely effective. In fact it works so well we don't have to give flea baths, and they don't have the normal doggie odors after a couple of weeks on garlic, really a blessing. I feed 2 tablespoons to my large dogs and 1/2 tablespoon to anything under 30 lbs. Pretty effortless way to solve a big problem. We had a litter of pups that we started on Garlic day one and mom was on Garlic, I don't think I have ever seen Arrow scratch or have a single skin problem. And his coat is the shinnyest black you have ever seen. We are gonna take him to the nationals this fall I think. Laura herbal remedies , " Dr. Ian Shillington " <Dr.IanShillington@G...> wrote: > Thanks. Let us know how it turns out ;o) > Love, > Doc > > Ian " Doc " Shillington N.D. > 505-772-5889 > Dr.IanShillington@G... > - > Suzanne Nottmeier > herbal remedies > Friday, February 21, 2003 10:46 AM > Re: [herbal remedies] Fleas > > > Doc, wait till summer and I'll try this on the cats.... > > Suzi > > " Dr. Ian Shillington " <Dr.IanShillington@G...> wrote: > > Just a thought. I think that spraying Total Tonic on the fur and rubbing it in might help dramatically. I'd love it if someone were to check this out for me. There are no fleas where I am, so I can't check this out for myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 16, 2003 Report Share Posted December 16, 2003 Persian, I've used diluted lavendar and tea tree on my cats for years when they needed it for bites, rashes, allergies... and none have ever had a problem... but the secret is dilutionPersian <persian13 wrote: Hi SuziFrom all my recent research you should NEVER EVER, that is NEVER EVER EVERuse these essential oils on cats. Eucalyptus especially I believe to beextremely toxic to cats. Dogs are OK with some diluted EO's but cats are NOT!Persian------------------------------Essential Oil Safety & CatsBy Sue MartinPlease be wary of any animal practitioner or supplier of essential oilsclaiming that their products or techniques are completely safe to usewith cats: the statement is both inaccurate and unsafe. No matter whattheir claims say, nothing will change the unique physiology of a cat.Generally, essential oils consist of hydrocarbons or monofunctionalcompounds from mono-and sesqui-terpenes, together phenylpropanoids andother volatile aliphatic and aromatic substances.Many terpenoids are rapidly absorbed orally and dermally by the cat'ssystem and are metabolized in the liver. Due to their volatile nature,inhalation of essential oil components is also possible, and these enterthe bloodstream via the lungs, also to be metabolized in the liver. Theterpenoids and their metabolites are often conjugated with glucuronicacid (glucuronidation) and glycine depending on the type of terpenoidand animal species involved. The conjugated metabolites are usually morewater-soluble and are easily excreted through the kidney and feces.Cats are known to be deficient in their ability to eliminate compoundsthrough hepatic glucuronidation (they lack enzyme glucuronyltranferases). Glucuronidation is an important detoxification mechanismpresent in most animals except cats. Lack of this importantdetoxification mechanism in cats may result in slower elimination andthus build up of the toxic metabolites in the body causing toxicityproblems.Most people are aware of warnings that focus on the topical and oraladministration of essential oils, but they are generally unaware thatinhalation of essential oils can also be unsafe for your cat. Oils canaffect a cat by absorption and inhalation just like for humans, andprecautions should be used when repeatedly diffusing essential oils,since the development of liver damage can be a slow process without anyvisible symptoms.When diffusing oils, try not to use excessive amounts of essential oil,and choose oils which have lower volatility's as far as possible. Inaddition, ensure good air circulation especially during the diffusionprocess, so that local concentrations of essential oil vapour are notbuilt up in non-airchanged areas inhabited by the cat. Make sure cat canget to 'undiffused' air at any time if possible, and only diffuse in anindividual room if cat does not have access i.e. make it a multi-roomlocation. Toxicology studies show that the feline liver usually needs 48hours to process and excrete 'terpenes', thus allow 48 hours between endof last diffusion and starting another to avoid repeated exposure byinhalation.As most of you probably know, humans become quickly used to theintensity of a beautiful aroma ("adaptation") and have the habit of'freshening it up' and adding more essential oils, definitely not sogood for the cat. To test this, leave the area for another area notaffected by the diffusion for about 15 minutes, re-enter the room andyou will again smell the aroma. Remember cats have many more olfactoryreceptors than we do and are probably trying to figure out why you useso much oil.Following is only a very small sampling of the many unsafe applicationsand untrue claims for cats:1. "Essential Oils are distilled from plants & through their processing & mixing with vegetable oils, they oxygenate your pets' blood system & soothe their emotions & nerves."This statement is untrue, essential oils do not oxygenate an animal's ora human's blood, yet a certain multi-level marketing company espousesthis myth as proven scientific data, whereas it is actually pure saleshype.2. "This Essential Oils product has been developed for application inthe ears of cats and kittens with ear mite infestation. Recommend dailyapplication to both ears in infected pets to kill mites and controlinfection in ear canal".Frankincense and Helichrysum in diluted vegetable oil base, applyseveral drops to each ear daily for 2 to 4 weeks.PRECAUTIONS: Discontinue use if redness, swelling, heat or pain resultfrom application of this product. "They offer precautions, as reactions will most likely occur. They do nottell you that placing the essential oils and vegetable oil in the earwill actually do more damage than good to the internal ear organs. Thatthe oil blend can build up causing deafness and the cat's system isabsorbing enough essential oil compounds to cause permanent liver damageor death.There is no valid research that shows Frankincense and Helichrysumessential oils kill ear mites in cats, but there is proof essential oilsare toxic to cats.3. A book on animal aromatherapy recommends using peppermint essentialoil on a cat or kitten for respiratory problems and runny nose.The owner of a kitten wrote to me about how her kitten even afterapplying 2 drops of peppermint on its chest, as the book instructed,would not get better. First, I felt a stab of sympathy for the kittenbecause her owner had read and applied an unsafe application, andsecondly, frustration that authors write such unsafe information. I toldher she should have taken the kitten to a veterinarian as somerespiratory problems can be life threatening or contagious to othercats. I then suggested she place two drops of peppermint on her cheek,as that is a tender spot but not as tender as the skin of 6-week-oldkitten, to feel for herself to a lesser degree what her kitten isfeeling. She wrote me back, "Sue, I thought you were wrong, I placed thetwo drops and felt nothing, but after about 30 seconds it started toburn and redden my skin, even after trying to wash it off, the burningis terrible. I feel so bad that I did this to my kitten, no wonder he isso upset and meowing so much. I will never put essential oils on my catagain and I am throwing away the book."N.B. There are reports of respiratory failure in children when menthol(a major component of peppermint oil) has been applied to the nostrils.4. Another big mistake is to apply the healing benefits of essentialoils seen in the human situation to the feline situation.5. Many make the mistake of applying an essential oil dosage suitablefor a human baby to a cat, thinking that, due to its small size, if itis safe enough for a baby, it must be safe for cats. Babies do not havea cat's liver!Copyrights,Sue Martin 2002--On Mon, Dec 15, 2003 at 07:59:12 -0800, Suzanne wrote:> Nutritional Yeast- provides necessary minerals, proteins and Vit. B. Helps to keep animals tick and flea free> > Bathe the animal regularly. Use a mild non-detergent base soap. Most soap dry out the natural oils. Keep the pet in warm water for 8 to 10 minutes (a challenge with cats). This drowns the fleas. Make a strong Eucalyptus tea to bathe the animal. Use the fresh leaves if you have them or use the oil directly in the water. Be sure to bathe the head and neck carefully.> > > > Flea Shampoo> > ? cup castile soap> > ? teaspoon orange essential Oil> > Mix the oil with the soap and store in glass bottle in cool dark closet.> > > Flea Repellent Oil > Make a mixture with pure essential oils:> > 3 drops Eucalyptus> > 3 drops Pennyroyal (substitute Citronella oil for cats)> > 3 drops Rosemary> > *Caution when using essential oils on cats ? use sparingly since they like to lick their fur.> > Mix the oils together and dilute in 2 Tablespoons with a fixed vegetable oil, such as almond or olive oil. Rub a small amount into your hands and apply to the fur. Store in a dry cool place and apply daily until the fleas are gone.> > OR mix > > 3 drops Eucalyptus> > 3 drops Lavender> > 3 Drops Peppermint> > *Caution when using essential oils on cats ? use sparingly since they like to lick their fur.> > > Flea Collar > Use pure essential oils.> > 10 drops Pennyroyal (Citronella for cats)> > 5 drops Eucalyptus> > 5 drops Cedarwood> > 5 drops Lavender> > Combine the essential oils, and with a dropper, run a thin bead of essential oils along a leash or segment of soft cotton rope, let sit for 30 minutes. Secure collar around the animal?s neck, but not too loose to get caught on anything. Lasts 1-2 weeks.> > > Flea Powder > Use pure essential oils.> > 1 teaspoon Pennyroyal (for cats Sage or Rosemary)> > 1 teaspoon Citronella> > 2 teaspoons Eucalyptus> > 1 pint Eucalyptus tea> > Mix together and put into spray bottle. Apply several times a day. Shake well before each use.> > > OR mix > 1 cup water> > 20 drops Cedarwood> > Mix together, put into spray bottle and use frequently; shake well before each use.> Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. 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Guest guest Posted December 16, 2003 Report Share Posted December 16, 2003 Aloha all About fleas & ticks... Found this on a Googler: Directly from: http://www.critterchat.net/fleatick.htm ----------- Fleas are such a pain! In some parts of the country, they are a horrible menace, and in others hardly a flea is around. Here in Kansas, we aren't overrun but we do get our fair share. Ticks are quite numerous here too, but again not as bad as certain areas of the country. Since I would rather keep my animals' (and my own) exposure to chemicals as small as possible, I opt to prevent fleas and ticks in a natural way. Here are some good tips for keeping those pesky critters at bay! 1. Good nutrition. This cannot be stressed enough. Study after study has shown that fleas and ticks are not as attracted to healthy animals like they are to ill animals. Good nutrition means a natural diet of meat, bones, and vegetables. Premium quality kibble (NOT Science Diet or Purina) is better than some, but still can't compare to the quality of a homemade diet. If you have questions about a BARF (Bones and Raw Food) diet, please let me know and I will forward you information on it. Sugar of any form in the diet should be avoided, because bugs like the taste of blood with lots of sugar in it. I suspect that grains behave the same way in the body, so avoiding them too may be a good idea. 2. Garlic. Depending on weight, your pet can ingest garlic and help repel bugs of all kinds. My 40 pound dog gets about a clove of garlic a day and my cat about 1/4 a clove. If you don't already know, the cloves of the garlic are the smaller " pearls " inside the whole bulb of garlic. 3. ACV, or Apple Cider Vinegar. A splash of ACV in the water or in the daily ration can do many things (like garlic), and just one of those is helping keep the bugs away. Organic unfiltered is the best ACV. 4. Herbal flea products. These include collars, sprays, shampoos, etc. Some typical oils found in herbal products are pennyroyal, tea tree, pine, etc. Halo makes a nice product called Cloud Nine Herbal Dip. It smells nice, is super concentrated to mix with shampoo and/or water, and is much safer than the traditional route. Caution - some oils, like pennyroyal, can be harmful if ingested, so keep the oils out of the pets' reach. 5. Vit B Complex. Bugs hate the taste of B1, or thiamine, in the blood. B vits are found in many dietary sources, but if you are feeding a commercial diet you may want to supplement with the entire B complex (supplementing with only one B can lead to deficiencies in other B's). B vitamins are water-soluble, which basically means it would be almost impossible to overdose on them. Small amounts, in the neighborhood of 5mg are fine for pets. B vitamins are another item that does so much more than just repel fleas - for further reading in vitamins I suggest Earl Mindell's Vitamin Bible. 6. a clean house!! Regular vacuuming can work wonders for picking up the eggs of fleas. A chemical flea collar inserted in the vacuum bag will kill the fleas/flea eggs/larvae that the vacuum picks up. Remember to vacuum under the bed, in the couch cushions, etc. several times a week - daily if you can. Change that bag frequently (the chemical collars are good for months, so you wouldn't necessarily have to buy a new collar everytime you change bags). Fleas eat a bloodmeal on your pet (or you!) then drop off of him/her and lay eggs, which can take several weeks to hatch (usually in the carpet or in the blankets of a cat bed/dog bed). The hatchlings, until they are adults and can hop on their own animal, eat the excretia from the adults, called flea dirt. If you can start breaking the cycle, you can be flea-free! Fleas will freeze outside, but unless you let your house freeze, they can remain cozy inside all year long. Frequent washing of any bedding or pillows that your pet likes to curl up on are a good idea too - the washing can remove them (or if washing with hot water, the hot water can kill them). Try to time your flea eradicating together - one day take the dog outside and spray it down with an herbal flea spray (like Cloud nine, mentioned above) and let it stay outside for a while, so all fleas will jump off outside, rather than inside. Then head inside to throw all the laundry in and vacuum everything. Let the dog back in several hours later (another spray down outside couldn't hurt, just make sure you cover their eyes/ears/nose/mouth). Spraying a dog from the head to the tail, as opposed to spraying from the tail to the head is best, as the fleas will start migrating when you start spraying, and it is easier to remove them from the tail than it is from the head. A good flea comb is handy in removing fleas outside daily. 7. Since ticks can carry diseases, there is a vaccine now out for Lyme disease. In my opinion (and in the opinion of MANY vets, allopathic or homeopathic), this vaccine is not only useless, but can cause major problems for your dog. For more information on the harm of Lyme disease vaccine, email me and I will send you some. 8. Herbs like Fennel and Rue grown in the garden and placed in the house (like under beds, in blankets pets like to lay on, etc) are very helpful too in repelling fleas. 9. Diatomaceous earth. I have mixed feelings about DE. I personally don't use it because of the harmful side effects, but some have used it with great results. Please email me if you are interested in learning more about DE (the info is rather long, and this post is getting on!) 10. A URL (I have not checked out personally) that talks about many natural flea preventions, is http://www.zmall.com/pet_talk/tittle/pets/fleas-ticks.html. 11. Beneficial nematodes. These are small worms that you spread in your yard to eat fleas. I haven't used the personally, but they are definitely worth looking into. 12. Ants. If you have ants in your house, they are probably feasting on flea eggs and larva. I am not saying you should encourage ants in your house per se, but maybe don't DIScourage them. Notice that all these methods work at REPELLING fleas and ticks, not at killing them. The overall basics are to keep healthy and keep clean. Common sense tells us that if we are healthy and clean, we are less likely to have bugs, be they external or internal. If you have any more questions, please feel free to email me. Tiffani M. Beckman tabbique This article is 1998 No reprints without expressed permission. **Disclaimer - I am not a vet. Please check with your vet before trying any new treatments or diets.** ----------------------- Hope that helps? Love to all, --Jen herbal remedies , Persian <persian13@i...> wrote: > Hi Suzi > > On Tue, Dec 16, 2003 at 08:48:16 -0800, Suzanne wrote: > > Persian, > > I've used diluted lavendar and tea tree on my cats for years when they needed it for bites, > rashes, allergies... and none have ever had a problem... but the secret is dilution > > > > Well we shall agree to differ then. I don't believe they are safe for cats and why > risk it on them? You wouldn't put it on kids if you read it was toxic would you? > > I have some other reports and Tea Tree is the one especially mentioned to totally > avoid with cats - it can be fatal, it won't be going near mine in any dilution. > Some problems can take years to show up. > > Persian > > > > > Hi Suzi > > > > > > >From all my recent research you should NEVER EVER, that is NEVER EVER EVER > > use these essential oils on cats. Eucalyptus especially I believe to be > > extremely toxic to cats. Dogs are OK with some diluted EO's but cats are NOT! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2006 Report Share Posted October 13, 2006 Borax which is found in the laundry isle of the grocery store will work wonders! Sprinkle on the floor/furniture before bed and vacum in the morn... repeat if neecessary lol We had 5 cats at one time and it was a miracle to use Lesley in florida shannon <shannonroxanne Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:21:45 AM fleas I just found out that my grandma has been hospitalized, the nurses found that she has fleas, she has an indoor cat as a companion for the quiet moments between people stopping by to take care of her. My mother has informed me that they are using "medicated soap" to get rid of them, I am taking this to mean some kind of pesticide. Does anyone know of a natural deterrent for fleas, so they will not keep being attracted to her? My uncle who lives with her has bombed the house numerous times. I have never dealt with indoor pets. and I know that if she were in full health she would not allow pesticide to touch her skin. I am freaking out about all of this. I make soaps and lotions so I am familiar with the processes. I am supposed to go see her on thursday, would like to take her something then. any help is greatly appreciated.Thankyou,Shannonwww.naturalbathdeli ghts.com All-new Mail - Fire up a more powerful email and get things done faster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 30, 2007 Report Share Posted January 30, 2007 Since energy works on all living things.....Is there a protocol for flea infestation? We cannot seem to get rid of the things on our dogs despite dips, baths, treating the yard, house, linens...we have done it all. Thanks! ====================== Dear CJ, Namaste. Thank you for your email. It is important to continue the regular the physical disinfection of the pets and their environment for the next several weeks. Please use natural disinfectants like essential oil mixtures and daily diet of one clove of fresh garlic mixed with food. Add apple cider vinegar in the dog's drinking water (50/50) to make the dog's body more acidic than the flea's taste. If the dog will not take the water, spray the same mixture instead on the dog's entie body expecially in the warm difficult to reach areas where fleas love to hide. The essential oil mixture (a friend uses a mixture of lavender and tea trea oil with almond oil as carrier oil) can be rubbed on the entire body fur of the animal before bedtime each night. Avoid getting oil near the eyes and nose of the dog. This treatment is applicable only for dogs, not for other pets like cats. Spray regularly the carpet, dog bed and other areas of the house where the dogs go with all natural or dog friendly flea pestecide. Apply general and localized sweeping and then lightly energize the pets using W. Visualize the fleas avoiding your dogs, making them free of fleas, happy and healthy for several minutes. Then, create a " flea repelant shield " around your pets, one at a time. Then, create a " flea repelant shield " around the area where the dogs normally move around. Each time, instruct the energy of the shields to " allow all used up and negative energy from inside the shield to get out of the shield " . Visualize the shield as inpenetratable for fleas--fleas are unable to enter or attach to the energy shields. Repeat treatment once a day for as long as needed. Love, Marilette Source materials for all MCKS Pranic Healing protocols are taken from the following books by Master Choa Kok Sui: * Miracles Through Pranic Healing * Advanced Pranic Healing * Pranic Psychotherapy * Pranic Crystal Healing. NOTICE: 1. Pranic Healing is not intended to replace orthodox medicine, but rather to complement it. If symptoms persist or if the ailment is severe, please consult immediately a medical doctor and a Certified Pranic Healer. 2. Pranic Healers who are are not medical doctors should not prescribe nor interfere with prescribed medications and/or medical treatments. ~ Master Choa Kok Sui " Miracles do not happen in contradiction to nature, but only to that which is known to us in nature. " ~ St. Augustine Ask or read the up to date Pranic Healing protocols by joining the group through http://health./ MCKS Pranic Healing gateway website: http://www.pranichealing.org. ______________________________\ ____ No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go with Mail for Mobile. Get started. http://mobile./mail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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