Alternative Medicine for Pets

Alternative medicine is used for treating human beings and their pets. Many pet lovers around the world prefer alternative medicine such as acupuncture, holistic treatment and so on, to cure various aliments of their pet or pets. Alternative medicines and therapies are based on various beliefs and philosophies. Veterinary alternative medicines are slowly becoming popular. However, the practice of alternative medicine for pets such as dog, cat, horse and camel vary. The one thing that is common for all pets is alternative medicine stresses on a healthy lifestyle and believes different animals have different systems and lifestyles. Take a look at the alternative medicine for pets such as dog and cat.

Alternative Medicine for Pets - Dogs

Here are a few alternative medicines for pet dogs. However, do consult a good veterinary doctor before trying out an alternative medicine for your pet dog.

One of the alternative medicines that is suggested for pet dogs is "Nosodes". Nosodes is a homeopathic mixture that is given to a pet dog instead of vaccination. There are studies to show it as being effective in reducing the active diseases. However, there are no proven studies to show that vaccination is not required if this alternative medicine is used.

The major problems faced by a dog owner are fleas and ticks on their pet’s body. Instead of using chemicals to remove or control the fleas and ticks, you could use alternative veterinary medicine. The dog owner could make a mixture out of garlic paste, basil (herb) and brewer’s yeast. Rub the paste on the body of your dog before giving it a bath. However, it is a wise idea to keep the kennel and the surrounding area clean. The dog has to be groomed once a day to keep it clean.

Like human beings, dogs are also prone to allergies and arthritis. To prevent or cure certain allergies or arthritis you could use anti-oxidants as an alternative medicine. You could also change the diet of the dog by adding Omega fatty acid and glucosamine supplements.

Alternative Medicine for Pets - Cats

Alternative medicine including alternative therapies such as acupressure, aromatherapy, herbal medicines and massage therapy could be used to cure various health disorders in felines. However, before apply acupressure, it would be wise to consult a well-versed veterinarian. Acupressure and at times, acupuncture, is used to treat arthritis or an injury caused due to accidental fall.

Chiropractic therapy is an alternative therapy practiced on cats with misaligned vertebrae or herniated discs. This treatment helps to sooth injured muscles or joints of your pet cat. Another alternative medicine is Bach flower remedies. To treat cats with behavioral problems, flower essences are used. This is known as Bach flower remedy. Homeopathy is another alternative treatment used to treat various ailments of pet felines.

The families who prefer using alternative medicine for their own treatment, would like to use alternative medicines on their pet animals also. Research and studies are still going on regarding the use of alternative medicines on pet animals; however, there are vets who are practicing alternative medicine such as acupressure and chiropractic therapy.