Diseases’ like diabetes and thyroid problems, among others, can cause behavior issues in our pets. Either they aren’t feeling well or their energy levels can be affected. They can even feel threatened. If there isn’t any physical cause it’s time to find out what sets the negative behavior off.
Is your dog aggressive towards guests or other dogs? Is your dog aggressive during play; is your dog destructive or chews up everything in sight? Every one of these problems can be dealt with by removing the cause. If they jump on guests, remove the dog from the room before letting the guests in, if they bark and go crazy at the mail person; use something to block the dog’s view, or move them to another area.
Behavior modification is the trick not punishment. Punishment will increase anxiety and Aggression. At the same time you don’t want to reassure them of their bad misdeeds, because they may continue to be aggressive, thinking it’s ok. Do not try to train them in the heat of the moment, do it when your dog is calm. Much like a child your dog will continue the negative behavior and it will probably only get worse, its negative attention. When your dog is no longer aroused by the situation, they can then learn positive behaviors to replace the negative.
Make sure your dog is not bored, gets enough exercise and has plenty of play toys. If they are inside all day with no outlet the frustration will show itself in other ways like aggressive and boredom, when a dog is bored the will become destructive.
If you can’t seem to get a handle on your dog's aggression you may need to see an animal behavior specialist. Also worth a shot are natural remedies which can help maintain the nervous system, calm his anxiety and give you the opportunity to help him.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Friday, April 29, 2011
One of These Reasons May Be the Cause of Puppy Diarrhea
Younger dogs can become ill with diarrhea much more quickly than older dogs mainly because of dehydration which can occur within 24 hours.
Many times when you first bring your puppy home they are under a great deal of stress. Even though she is moving into a loving family she has undergone, in one day more than she has in her short lifespan so far. She will miss her mother and perhaps some littermates, the smells she has been used to since birth are gone, the trip in the car can create stress, even though loving the overstimulation can cause your puppy to become overwhelmed.
After your puppy settles in to the new home the diarrhea should subside, usually within a couple of days. In the mean time supply fresh water and make sure she drinks water often. Try to avoid overstimulation at first. It’s natural that everyone wants to pet and pick up the puppy; everyone loves the cute and cuddly little guy or gal. It may be hard to resist but provide a quiet space where your new puppy can rest certain times of the day. There are natural remedies also available that can help your puppy during the change in diet and environment. Holistic remedies for diarrhea in puppies like plantain can help the digestive system and mucous membranes or lady's mantle which can firm stools. These remedies are also excellent for use when the puppy has been dewormed as harsh medicines destroy the good bacteria.
If you purchased your new puppy from a breeder they will give you the diet best suited for the breed and also it is what they have been used to eating so their tummies won’t get upset. A change in diet is the next reason for puppy diarrhea. If you obtained your puppy from the Humane Society the diet may not be optimal. If the puppy had been eating something different before the Humane Society or the pound, the food gets changed again when they arrive and then again after they are adopted out. No wonder they get puppy diarrhea! In the future always change their diet gradually so you can avoid further outbreaks.
Other reasons for puppy diarrhea could be something they ate lying around the house; string, plastic, etc., but it’s not just the diarrhea you would have to worry about. Depending on the object swallowed they could also experience a blockage in the GI tract. Certain flowers can get eaten which cause poisoning. A list of toxic plants can be found at the ASPCA site.
Other reasons for diarrhea are parasites or a viral infection which need to be taken care of. However, if your puppy otherwise seems happy, is eating and drinking water it is probably the new environment or diet change. Sometimes fasting over night and then feeding plain chicken broth along with some cooked sweet potato can improve diarrhea. If he or she is doing better try cooked ground chicken or turkey with no bones and again the sweet potato. If the diarrhea continues it may be time for the vet.
Rebecca Shelly is a regular contributor to Natural Pet Health a site concerning the health of our pets. To find a product to help your pets with digestive disorders or diarrhea that is natural, gentle and effective, visit Bowel and Digestive Healthfor Healthy bowel functioning and ways to prevent diarrhea.
Many times when you first bring your puppy home they are under a great deal of stress. Even though she is moving into a loving family she has undergone, in one day more than she has in her short lifespan so far. She will miss her mother and perhaps some littermates, the smells she has been used to since birth are gone, the trip in the car can create stress, even though loving the overstimulation can cause your puppy to become overwhelmed.
After your puppy settles in to the new home the diarrhea should subside, usually within a couple of days. In the mean time supply fresh water and make sure she drinks water often. Try to avoid overstimulation at first. It’s natural that everyone wants to pet and pick up the puppy; everyone loves the cute and cuddly little guy or gal. It may be hard to resist but provide a quiet space where your new puppy can rest certain times of the day. There are natural remedies also available that can help your puppy during the change in diet and environment. Holistic remedies for diarrhea in puppies like plantain can help the digestive system and mucous membranes or lady's mantle which can firm stools. These remedies are also excellent for use when the puppy has been dewormed as harsh medicines destroy the good bacteria.
If you purchased your new puppy from a breeder they will give you the diet best suited for the breed and also it is what they have been used to eating so their tummies won’t get upset. A change in diet is the next reason for puppy diarrhea. If you obtained your puppy from the Humane Society the diet may not be optimal. If the puppy had been eating something different before the Humane Society or the pound, the food gets changed again when they arrive and then again after they are adopted out. No wonder they get puppy diarrhea! In the future always change their diet gradually so you can avoid further outbreaks.
Other reasons for puppy diarrhea could be something they ate lying around the house; string, plastic, etc., but it’s not just the diarrhea you would have to worry about. Depending on the object swallowed they could also experience a blockage in the GI tract. Certain flowers can get eaten which cause poisoning. A list of toxic plants can be found at the ASPCA site.
Other reasons for diarrhea are parasites or a viral infection which need to be taken care of. However, if your puppy otherwise seems happy, is eating and drinking water it is probably the new environment or diet change. Sometimes fasting over night and then feeding plain chicken broth along with some cooked sweet potato can improve diarrhea. If he or she is doing better try cooked ground chicken or turkey with no bones and again the sweet potato. If the diarrhea continues it may be time for the vet.
Rebecca Shelly is a regular contributor to Natural Pet Health a site concerning the health of our pets. To find a product to help your pets with digestive disorders or diarrhea that is natural, gentle and effective, visit Bowel and Digestive Healthfor Healthy bowel functioning and ways to prevent diarrhea.
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Natural Prescription Drug Alternative for Pets
If you need information for herbal pet health visit Prescription Drug Alternative for Pets
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Supplemental Antioxidants for Dogs
In today’s world, life for our pets is not as it used to be. They must deal with contaminants, a poor diet and lack of exercise just as we must. Commercial products for pets haven’t been around that long; pets used to roam and eat more grasses and herbs with their instinctual drive to search out natural remedies if they didn’t feel well, they were injured, or for digestive purposes.
Certain antioxidants for dogs such as the following listed can be beneficial for maintaining or restoring the health of your pet.
•Astragalus membranaceous (Huang Qi) supports the immune system and keeps blood sugar, blood pressure, energy, and appetite regulated.
•Viscum album (Mistletoe) is also used to sustain blood pressure and a healthy immune system.
•Echinacea purpurea is an exceptional immune booster especially for the lymphatic system.
•Withania somnifera (Indian ginseng) helps keep the blood healthy and supports the immune system.
•Sylibum marianus (Milk Thistle) is an antioxidant used as a dog antioxidant and for restoring the liver. It has been used in many studies and it contains a flavanoid called silymarin. Silymarin contains properties that protect liver cells against toxins and has proven to have anti-cancer affects.
•Uncaria tormentosa (Cat's Claw) strengthens the immune system and supports healthy cell function.
All of these selected herbs are known for their immune properties as antioxidants for dogs, they support energy and health, and can cleanse and purify.
These herbs can support health in all cells, tissues, and organs in the body; many have been used for centuries in conventional medicine and used and proven in clinical research.
If you are using dog antioxidants for your pet, let your veterinarian know what you are using so they can observe any resulting results. It’s always a good idea to take the bottle into the office visit or write down exactly what is on the label.
Discover Natural ways to boost your pets
immune system. I have researched the best antioxidant remedies which can keep your dog healthy.
Certain antioxidants for dogs such as the following listed can be beneficial for maintaining or restoring the health of your pet.
•Astragalus membranaceous (Huang Qi) supports the immune system and keeps blood sugar, blood pressure, energy, and appetite regulated.
•Viscum album (Mistletoe) is also used to sustain blood pressure and a healthy immune system.
•Echinacea purpurea is an exceptional immune booster especially for the lymphatic system.
•Withania somnifera (Indian ginseng) helps keep the blood healthy and supports the immune system.
•Sylibum marianus (Milk Thistle) is an antioxidant used as a dog antioxidant and for restoring the liver. It has been used in many studies and it contains a flavanoid called silymarin. Silymarin contains properties that protect liver cells against toxins and has proven to have anti-cancer affects.
•Uncaria tormentosa (Cat's Claw) strengthens the immune system and supports healthy cell function.
All of these selected herbs are known for their immune properties as antioxidants for dogs, they support energy and health, and can cleanse and purify.
These herbs can support health in all cells, tissues, and organs in the body; many have been used for centuries in conventional medicine and used and proven in clinical research.
If you are using dog antioxidants for your pet, let your veterinarian know what you are using so they can observe any resulting results. It’s always a good idea to take the bottle into the office visit or write down exactly what is on the label.
Discover Natural ways to boost your pets
immune system. I have researched the best antioxidant remedies which can keep your dog healthy.
Equine Horse Calm
Do you Need Something to Calm Your Horse?
If you need something to calm your horse that is not a strong sedative, look for natural products which can calm without making them seem lethargic or slow.
Natural products can reduce anxiety and skittishness without making your horse drowsy. They can reduce irritability and improve their disposition, help them to relax, concentrate, perform better in competition, adjust to a new home or surroundings and are safe for nursing, pregnant mares and foals.
A horse can develop anxiety, suffer a lack of confidence in the rider or have been in a traumatic situation with another owner, all of which can cause him to develop a nervous or skittish demeanor. They can panic when being led into a trailer or nervous when in competition. Horses show distress by having an elevated heart rate, shaking or breathing very rapidly, sweating excessively, pacing or becoming easily spooked.
Try the following suggestions to calm your horse;
•Remove the reason for the distress or use desensitizing methods with the horse.
•Move and speak slowly and calmly.
•Build trust by walking & spending time with your horse.
•Help your horse feel secure by stroking and speaking reassuringly.
•Rub your horses’ withers with your hand and gently reassure him.
•Rub the horse as if grooming.
•Give the horse something to eat.
•Allow the horse examine surroundings.
•Allow the horse some movement, by walking or release him into an enclosed area.
•Use blinders if necessary when leading in or out of a trailer or stall.
•If you are nervous, uncomfortable, or upset your horse will feel it also, relax.
If these suggestions don’t work, there are products to calm your horse that contain natural ingredients and can alleviate any distress your horse has. Look for ingredients which can support a calm mood and soothe their disposition. Homeopathic ingredients in horse products are available and much less harsh than prescription medicines. They work gently and are very effective.
Rebecca Shelly is a regular contributor to Natural Pet Health a site concerning the health of our pets. To find a something to calm your horse that is natural, gentle and effective, visit
Equine Horse Calm.
If you need something to calm your horse that is not a strong sedative, look for natural products which can calm without making them seem lethargic or slow.
Natural products can reduce anxiety and skittishness without making your horse drowsy. They can reduce irritability and improve their disposition, help them to relax, concentrate, perform better in competition, adjust to a new home or surroundings and are safe for nursing, pregnant mares and foals.
A horse can develop anxiety, suffer a lack of confidence in the rider or have been in a traumatic situation with another owner, all of which can cause him to develop a nervous or skittish demeanor. They can panic when being led into a trailer or nervous when in competition. Horses show distress by having an elevated heart rate, shaking or breathing very rapidly, sweating excessively, pacing or becoming easily spooked.
Try the following suggestions to calm your horse;
•Remove the reason for the distress or use desensitizing methods with the horse.
•Move and speak slowly and calmly.
•Build trust by walking & spending time with your horse.
•Help your horse feel secure by stroking and speaking reassuringly.
•Rub your horses’ withers with your hand and gently reassure him.
•Rub the horse as if grooming.
•Give the horse something to eat.
•Allow the horse examine surroundings.
•Allow the horse some movement, by walking or release him into an enclosed area.
•Use blinders if necessary when leading in or out of a trailer or stall.
•If you are nervous, uncomfortable, or upset your horse will feel it also, relax.
If these suggestions don’t work, there are products to calm your horse that contain natural ingredients and can alleviate any distress your horse has. Look for ingredients which can support a calm mood and soothe their disposition. Homeopathic ingredients in horse products are available and much less harsh than prescription medicines. They work gently and are very effective.
Rebecca Shelly is a regular contributor to Natural Pet Health a site concerning the health of our pets. To find a something to calm your horse that is natural, gentle and effective, visit
Equine Horse Calm.
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