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An allergy is a state of over-reaction of your pet’s immune system to a particular
substance called an ‘allergen’. Most allergens are proteins. Repeated exposure
immune response, which is normally protective, can be harmful. The actual
immune reactions involved in allergies are quite complex. Most reactions involve
an antibody in the blood called (IgE). When these cells are attached to the
allergen, they break up and release potent chemicals such as histamines, which
cause local inflammation. This inflammation causes the various signs
associated with an allergic reaction.
What are the symptoms of allergies?
The most common symptom associated with allergies is itching of the skin.
Often this is extended to the ear, with bacterial and yeast ear infections. Some
pets will show allergies as excessive paw licking, while others will have
excessive licking of their anus. Occasional symptoms involve the respiratory
system with coughing, sneezing, and runny eyes. In food allergies your pet may
vomit or have diarrhea.
What are some home remedies?
TO THE BATH. An oatmeal shampoo with cool water will ease the itchiest skin.
Leave the shampoo on for 10 minutes then rinse well. With the most severe
allergies, bathe your pet twice weekly.
SOOTHE IT TOPICALLY. Calendula ointment is a herbal medication that has
been successfully used to relieve the itch. Apply a thin coat twice daily to
affected areas.
THE SUPPLEMENT CONNECTION. Fatty Acid supplements are very helpful in
decreasing the level of inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids are most important. A
great inexpensive source is ground Flax Seeds; I give 1 teaspoon per cup of
dog food. Cats are unable to metabolize Flax, so I only recommend the liquid
supplement for them. Other sources include fish oil, primrose oil and specific
veterinary supplements.
ANTIOXIDANTS. Vitamin E and Vitamin C may help: the Vitamin E dose is 100
IU per 10 lbs of body weight once daily; the Vitamin C dose is 100mg per 10 lbs
of body weight once daily.
PRESSURE YOUR WAY TO HEALTH. Acupressure appears to be effective for
some of those itchy and scratchy pets. Press one or more of the points for 1
minute three times a day: LI4, found on the web of the dewclaw, inside the front
leg; and LI11, found on the outside of the front leg, at the elbow.
ANTIHISTAMINES. Benadryl is the most commonly used antihistamine. It is give
at a dose of 1mg per pound of body weight, 2-3 times a day. Cats respond well
to Chlortripolon at 2mg, 2-3 times a day. It is best to consult your veterinarian
before using these medications. It often takes 14 days of using these to see if
they are helping.
CHINESE HERBS. ZEMAPHYTE is a combination of 10 different Chinese
herbs. It has been shown to be effective in scientific studies in decreasing the
severity of the itching. It has been helpful for eczema in people. The dose is
1drop/lb of body weight twice daily.
BIOFLAVANIODS. These are compounds found in the pigment of fruits and
vegetables. One found in apples, QUERCITIN, has been shown to be effective in
reducing itchiness in people: the dose is 25mg/10 lbs of body weight twice daily.
These are just some of the solutions found in Dr Andrew Jones’ book, Veterinary
Secrets Revealed. For ways to treat your pet’s problems with over 1000 safe,
natural and effective at home remedies visit:
substance called an ‘allergen’. Most allergens are proteins. Repeated exposure
immune response, which is normally protective, can be harmful. The actual
immune reactions involved in allergies are quite complex. Most reactions involve
an antibody in the blood called (IgE). When these cells are attached to the
allergen, they break up and release potent chemicals such as histamines, which
cause local inflammation. This inflammation causes the various signs
associated with an allergic reaction.
What are the symptoms of allergies?
The most common symptom associated with allergies is itching of the skin.
Often this is extended to the ear, with bacterial and yeast ear infections. Some
pets will show allergies as excessive paw licking, while others will have
excessive licking of their anus. Occasional symptoms involve the respiratory
system with coughing, sneezing, and runny eyes. In food allergies your pet may
vomit or have diarrhea.
What are some home remedies?
TO THE BATH. An oatmeal shampoo with cool water will ease the itchiest skin.
Leave the shampoo on for 10 minutes then rinse well. With the most severe
allergies, bathe your pet twice weekly.
SOOTHE IT TOPICALLY. Calendula ointment is a herbal medication that has
been successfully used to relieve the itch. Apply a thin coat twice daily to
affected areas.
THE SUPPLEMENT CONNECTION. Fatty Acid supplements are very helpful in
decreasing the level of inflammation. Omega 3 fatty acids are most important. A
great inexpensive source is ground Flax Seeds; I give 1 teaspoon per cup of
dog food. Cats are unable to metabolize Flax, so I only recommend the liquid
supplement for them. Other sources include fish oil, primrose oil and specific
veterinary supplements.
ANTIOXIDANTS. Vitamin E and Vitamin C may help: the Vitamin E dose is 100
IU per 10 lbs of body weight once daily; the Vitamin C dose is 100mg per 10 lbs
of body weight once daily.
PRESSURE YOUR WAY TO HEALTH. Acupressure appears to be effective for
some of those itchy and scratchy pets. Press one or more of the points for 1
minute three times a day: LI4, found on the web of the dewclaw, inside the front
leg; and LI11, found on the outside of the front leg, at the elbow.
ANTIHISTAMINES. Benadryl is the most commonly used antihistamine. It is give
at a dose of 1mg per pound of body weight, 2-3 times a day. Cats respond well
to Chlortripolon at 2mg, 2-3 times a day. It is best to consult your veterinarian
before using these medications. It often takes 14 days of using these to see if
they are helping.
CHINESE HERBS. ZEMAPHYTE is a combination of 10 different Chinese
herbs. It has been shown to be effective in scientific studies in decreasing the
severity of the itching. It has been helpful for eczema in people. The dose is
1drop/lb of body weight twice daily.
BIOFLAVANIODS. These are compounds found in the pigment of fruits and
vegetables. One found in apples, QUERCITIN, has been shown to be effective in
reducing itchiness in people: the dose is 25mg/10 lbs of body weight twice daily.
These are just some of the solutions found in Dr Andrew Jones’ book, Veterinary
Secrets Revealed. For ways to treat your pet’s problems with over 1000 safe,
natural and effective at home remedies visit:
