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Let’s sift through the evidence to find out whether coconut oil is safe for dogs, and whether there are any benefits of coconut oil for dogs. You’ve probably noticed recently that coconut oil is everywhere. Online and in magazines, blog posts and articles list the cure-all properties of coconut oil, and its devoted fans post glowing testimonials. In fact it’s become so ubiquitous; I’ve just realized I even have a favourite meme about it. In case you’re wondering, it’s the one that goes “Frizzy hair? Coconut oil. Dry skin? Coconut oil. No shaving cream? Coconut oil. Bad credit? Coconut oil. Boyfriend acting up? Coconut oil” And if you’re already using coconut oil for yourself, you might be tempted to ask is coconut oil for dogs a good idea too?

Coconut oil is extracted from the meat and milk of coconuts.Like all vegetable oils, coconut oil contains a blend of fatty acids. Fatty acids can be a source of energy from our diet, and some of them have other special properties as wellLauric acid and caprylic acid, which between them make up over half of the fatty acids in coconut oil, are two such special examples. There’s a growing amount of evidence that lauric acid is antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal, as well as potentially anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic (antipyretic substances prevent or reduce fever). Whilst not as extensively researched yet, there’s also some evidence that caprylic acid is both antimicrobial and antiviral too. So can these brilliant properties be harnessed to help your dog?

First of all, let’s check that coconut oil is safe for dogs After all, the beneficial ingredients are pointless if any others are toxic. The good news is, as long as you administer it carefully, coconut oil is perfectly safe for all dogs. So whether you’re thinking of feeding coconut oil to them off a spoon, or if they lick it off their skin or fur, they won’t come to any harm and will benefit their bodies to a much greater extinct.

There are two ways of giving your dog coconut oil, depending which of its benefits you’re hoping to see.One is administering it as a dietary supplement. Secondly applying it as a tropical ointment for skin issues Dog dry skin coconut oil Using coconut oil as a moisturizer for dry skin is one of its oldest and most popular uses. Coconut oil is easily absorbed into the top layers of the skin to relieve the itching caused by dryness, and replenish the oil barrier between the skin and the environment. Paw pets provides you with the purest form of coconut oil specially bought for you from the gods own country Kerala, for best quality coconut oil CLICK HERE.

WHY PAY THOUSANDS OF RS. EVERY YEAR ON A SIMPLE ROUINE AS BATHING

LETS LEARN THE CORRECT WAY TO GIVE A PROPER SOOTHING BATH TO OUR PETS IN OUR OWN HOMES.

If you watch people bathing dogs in movies and TV shows, most of the time it seems like a joyous, fun-filled time for all involved. Unfortunately, bathing your dog in real life isn’t always such a positive experience.

Dogs don’t mind being dirty and stinky — in fact, they like it quite a bit — and many aren’t afraid to put up a fight if they think that it will help them get out of bath time. And while watching a favourite actor run after a dog covered in soap suds may seem hilarious, it’s a lot less fun when you have to do it — or your dog is wrestling and clawing to get as far away as possible from you.

Here are our tips for how to wash a dog that will make it a much more friendly experience for both you and your pup.

Power of positive association
The first thing you want to do, as is true with almost anything new you introduce to your dog, is to tie the bath to something positive. In other words, offer treats, toys, and affection to get your dog to come to the bath, and every time they behave in a way that’s helpful during bath time.

Start by getting them used to hopping into an empty tub and just spending time there while you give them treats(CLICK HERE) or toys(CLICK HERE), and work your way up to adding warm (not hot) water.

Don’t be afraid to repeat actions until they truly seem to get it. For example, if you have a dog bathtub or a specific area where you bathe your dog, get them to come to you there and offer a treat every time they obey until they come even without a treat.

Protect the ears
You want to be very careful not to get water into your dog’s ears during the bath. Not only is it uncomfortable for them, it’s something that can actually cause health problems.

If your dog will let you do it, stuff cotton balls into his ears; if not, simply do your best to avoid spraying water into them. 

Start young
If you have a puppy, start bathing her as soon as possible. She’ll be less opposed to the experience when she’s younger because she won’t have any negative associations toward it. By getting her used to it early on, you will encounter less trouble later.

Use the right shampoo
One way to make a bath even more unpleasant for your dog is to pick a shampoo that causes them to scratch or dries their skin out. Ideally you want a mild soap that cleans and removes unwanted odours without stripping away important oils. The best way to ensure you’re getting the right shampoo for your dog? CLICK HERE

Work from the neck down
You not only want to keep your dog’s ears safe, but also her eyes and mouth. How do you do this? By washing from the neck down. You can accomplish this by using a bucket or cup to wet your dog or using a sprayer. You can even find sprayers specifically designed for bathing a dog. So what do you do to wash your pup’s face? Use a damp washcloth.

Dry right
Many people swear by dog blow dryers, but the noise and feel is definitely something that you have to get him used to. Be careful to avoid burning his skin.

The other way to go is to simply towel her off (check out customised towels for your pet here). If you’re going to do this, use one of the more absorbent dog towels that can be found at most pet stores. And, of course, be prepared for the inevitable “shake” as your dog dries herself off.

By making pleasant associations with bath time and remaining calm and assertive while you’re washing your dog, you can make it another opportunity for bonding and to share affection. Just be patient.

We’ve never had an issue with elbow calluses on our dogs until we moved into a home with ceramic tile. After living in our home for two weeks, I noticed our pet was developing rough spots around his elbows. We needed to address the calluses on his elbows quickly.

 

Basically, elbow calluses develop mostly around the elbow area and sometimes hocks (back legs). These calluses are dry, scaly, hairless and firm. Some calluses are dark brown and black, and others are gray; it depends on your dog’s skin and how long your dog has had a callus. Just like humans, calluses are caused by skin coming into contact with something rough or hard repeatedly. Over time, rough skin forms and, if left untreated, become a callus.

Some pet owners refer to dog calluses as pressure sores, but I think there’s a huge difference. If left untreated, some dog elbow calluses will crack and bleed, causing a lesion (sore). If a pressure sore is left untreated, it will likely become infected. If your dog’s calluses are oozing or bleeding, I would schedule an appointment with your veterinarian to rule out any issues.

Preventing Dog Elbow Calluses

Preventing a callus from forming on your dog’s elbows is a tough one. Lying on soft bedding will prevent calluses, but some dogs prefer cool tile to an expensive orthopedic bed. Trust me, I’ve been there! My Rottie has multiple cushy beds scattered around our home, but he prefers to lie on cool tile, especially during warmer months. During colder months, calluses seem to disappear because dogs will choose to lie on warmer, softer bedding.

During warmer months, instead of prevention, I jump straight into treatment, which prevents calluses from getting out of hand.

Dog Elbow Callus Treatment

Thankfully, there are tons of treatments for dog elbow calluses out there that work. I’ll share a few products I’ve personally used with great success as well as products that didn’t work out too well and why.

What Has Worked

I’ve tried tons of products, and these products worked the best!

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil believers swear this is a miracle product, and it truly is , coconut oil works best in all kinds of body dryness and elbow callus is one form of dog body dryness , appliying coconut oil on the dogs body before bath for one hour and washing off and apply every night on the elbows to shoo away the dryness. click here for the purest form of coconut oil

The paw and snout Butter

By far, this product has worked the best.. After having dabbed paw and snout all around my dog’s elbow callus, I began to rub the product onto his skin. Using your fingers, gently massage the product into the callus. As you’re rubbing, you’ll feel different callus layers; make sure to rub the product between these layers. In the beginning, I apply paw and snout Butter twice a day–in the morning and before bed. After a week, you’ll notice your dog’s callus soften, so apply once a day going forward. paw and snout Butter is made of all-natural ingredients, so it’s completely safe if your dog licks the area. Click here for the product

Good Old Petroleum Jelly

Petroleum jelly is tried and true; it will soften most calluses pretty quickly. Generously apply petroleum jelly (Vaseline) to your dog’s calluses and rub it in. Massaging the product into calluses is an important step. You need to reach all areas of a callus, and not just the top surface area. Apply every 12 hours for a week, and then keep the area soft with daily applications.

One negative about using petroleum jelly is it will leave the area feeling and looking greasy, which can transfer onto your flooring. However, with a low price point, I think it’s an easy issue to look over.

Products That Didn’t Work Very Well

These dog elbow callus treatment products just didn’t work well for my dogs and client’s dogs.

Vitamin E

Many pet professionals swear rubbing vitamin E oil onto dog calluses works great. Well, I didn’t have such luck. It was extremely greasy and left a weird residue. And just like coconut oil, my dogs were attracted to the smell and licked every bit off my pets elbows.

Regardless of which product you use, start moisturizing your dog’s elbow calluses sooner rather than later for quicker results.

And body weight plays a vital role in elbow callus , so keep a check on your pets body weight to keep elbow callus at bay.

Hip dysplasia (HD) is a congenital malformation of the hip joint most commonly diagnosed in adolescent dogs. The hip represents a ball and socket joint, with the acetabulum of the pelvis providing the socket, and the head of the femur acting as the ball. In a dog with normal hips, the acetabulum provides stability by cradling the head of the femur during movement. A dog with HD has shallow sockets, a misshapen femoral head, or both, creating too much laxity in the joint. Symptoms obvious in adolescence can include hind end lameness, bunny hopping, and weak rump muscles. HD is a genetically inherited trait that can be influenced by environmental factors such as obesity, and most commonly occurs in large breed dogs. Breeders are encouraged to have hip conformation evaluated by the Orthopedic Foundation of America (OFA).

HD Symptoms:

Dogs with mild HD may be undiagnosed for many years, often developing arthritis or degenerative joint disease due to chronic wear and tear of the poorly formed joint. In adult dogs, symptoms of HD can present directly as lameness, hind end stiffness or as non-specific signs of pain, such as weight loss, increased sleeping, lethargy, and coat changes. Non-specific signs of pain can be misinterpreted as a dog getting older or slowing down.

Treatment Options:

In allopathic (i.e., conventional) medicine, HD is commonly managed medically with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS). NSAIDs are designed to manage joint pain and inflammation and must be given regularly to maintain effectiveness. NSAIDs can inflict liver and/or kidney damage, thus patients on NSAIDs need to have regular bloodwork to monitor any organ changes. Surgery is an option for young dogs with severe HD; different procedures can include removing the head of the femur or total hip replacement. Surgery for HD is an expensive and aggressive decision and requires intensive physical therapy post-operatively.

Non-surgical options for long term management of HD include joint supplements, weight restriction, exercise moderation, chiropractic, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, and physical rehabilitation. Chiropractic care is strongly advised, as HD patients will show gait asymmetry and/or chronic lameness. Any gait alteration will create secondary compensatory changes to the spinal column, muscles and other joints. Chiropractic treatment minimizes the stress placed on other joints and relieves secondary compensatory muscle pain. All of these management options require long term use to maintain their effect.

Healing with Homeopathy:

Homeopathy is an alternative form of treatment that not only treats the symptoms of HD but also addresses the entire symptom picture of the patient. Unlike allopathic therapy that prescribes one drug for every symptom, a patient under homeopathic care receives a single remedy to address multiple problems. For example, a dog presenting with hind limb lameness, poor coat and chronic ear infections is given one homeopathic remedy to treat all of these symptoms, and often shows significant improvement after a single prescription. How is this possible?

Homeopathy is based on the system of similia similibus curantur, or “like cures like.” Instead of suppressing the body’s natural reaction to an injury (e.g., inflammation from joint pain), a homeopath selects a remedy that mimics similar symptoms if given in high doses to a healthy patient. Giving a remedy that closely matches a patient’s symptoms stimulates the body to recognize the source of the symptoms and generate a healing response. The ultimate goal of homeopathic treatment is to remove the underlying cause of symptoms and stimulate healing, resulting in a stronger, healthier, more energetic patient.

Homeopathic veterinarians receive extensive training to prescribe homeopathically and analyze a patient’s response. Homeopathic treatment of chronic conditions requires an experienced practitioner and should not be attempted by an untrained individual. The following case demonstrates not only the vague symptoms that can be seen in mature dogs with hip dysplasia, but also how a well selected homeopathic remedy addressed this dog’s lameness and improved his overall health. Rhus toxicodendron 200 works well in cases of hip dysplasia and is recommended to be used to avoid chronic pain in dysplasia patients.

Hip brace

Another alternative to reduce the pain of hip dysplasia are the orthodog hip hound brace which supports the hip through the spine providing extra cushion and reduction in pain

What is that smell? Sure, you may enjoy those wet kisses from your pooch, but not when his breath is stinky! While it's important to brush your dog's teeth between trips to the groomer for hygiene and health reasons, it's also a nice way to give your dog fresher-smelling breath. But daily brushing with store-bought toothpaste can become expensive, and who knows what chemicals it contains?

Homemade dog toothpaste is easy to make. Most recipes only take a few minutes to prepare, can be stored in the fridge and have easy-to-find ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. What's more, with natural exfoliates such as baking soda or turmeric, you know what you're using will actually work and get those choppers shiny and white.

So get rid of doggie plaque and start brushing your dog's teeth today.

Mix Beef Bouillon Cube,Baking Soda, Salt and Parsley
This natural dog toothpaste recipe from Organic Authority is flavoured with beef bouillon, so you know your dog will love it. With a baking soda and salt base, there are many gentle granules to keep those canine choppers clean. Use a small amount of water to make the paste, and don't forget the dried or fresh parsley to keep your dog's breath extra fresh. Total prep time: 10 minutes.

Add Cinnamon and Coconut Oil
With just four ingredients, this super-easy dog toothpaste from Dog Notebook is made from a bouillon cube, coconut oil, baking soda and cinnamon. Total prep time: 5 minutes.

Blend Together All the Above Plus Mint
For this toothpaste from Live, Pant, Play, blend these ingredients: coconut oil, cinnamon (a tasty exfoliator), a chicken or beef bouillon cube, baking soda and fresh mint leaves for extra-fresh minty breath. Use a pea-sized amount to brush your dog's teeth and store the extra mixture in the fridge for a few weeks. Total prep time: 10 minutes.

Add Cloves and Tea Tree Oil
Using the simple, step-by-step instructions from Ali Does It Herself, add a pinch of ground cloves, which is a natural anti-parasitic and you can keep your doggie's breath fresh. With flavouring from the bouillon cube (choose any flavor your dog likes: pork, veggie, chicken or beef) and coconut oil, this will be a toothpaste your dog will truly enjoy licking off his lips. Total prep time: 10 minutes.

Buy a good quality toothbrush to use with the above prepared ingredients.

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