Paul asks…
What should I do if my dog has been throwing up constantly the past hour?
He keeps throwing up. He never throws up. He’s about 10 months old. He had just one bowl of dog food tonight but my mom mixed in some leftover chicken meat.
Is there any home remedy I can temporarily give him? I don’t know if there are any emergency vets around, but if there are, should I take him to one? Or wait til tomorrow?
I’m scared! 🙁 He seems really sick.
sam smith answers:
Good chance the chicken was off! Hence the reason he vomiting, So basically he was accidently food posioned. Pet do react to off food. I would take him to emergancy animal clinic.
NEVER give a dog pepto bismol, it is TOXIC, the ingredients have change and can cause DEATH now.
If your dog does manage to eat a harmful or questionable food, call your veterinarian immediately. Do not give attempt to give him Pepto-Bismol or other products intended for humans. In dogs, these formulas can lead to gastric irritation or ulcers, bleeding problems, seizures and liver damage. Appropriate dosages are unknown, and medicines can be harmful, or even fatal, to canines.
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Apples, peaches, and cherries can contain small amounts of cyanide, which is toxic to dogs. These fruits aren’t actually toxic to dogs, it the seeds of these fruit that are toxic!
Tomatoes and potatoes may contain solanine, which can lead to drooling, severe gastrointestinal upset (vomiting and diarrhea), loss of appetite, drowsiness, central nervous system depression, confusion, behavioral changes, weakness, dilated pupils and slowed heart rate in dogs. Tomatoes and Potato’s aren’t actually toxic unless the dog eat them when there green or the actual plants the fruit is produced on. This is what is actually toxic.
Other harmful foods include avocados, coffee and tea, moldy cheese, onions, macadamian nuts.
Bones can splinter or break into sharp pieces that may cause internal bleeding or blockages in dogs. Raw bones aren’t actually toxic, but cooked bones are dangerous-cooked bones splinter and have a high chance of bein lodge in the back of the throat or in the intestines. Raw bones are far less likely to splinter and far less likely to get stuck.
Peppers are fine, as long as the seeds are removed.
Dog’s are they carnivore’s Are they really like wolves,hyena’s and jackals?
Or are they more like us? Is it foolish to feed them only meat? Should they be fed what their human family eat?
The truth encompassess a little of each
In the wild, other hunting animals that seem similar to dog’s, such as wolves and hyenas, eat fruit, leaves, grasses, dig for roots and even obtain vegetable matter from the stomach of their prey.The bone’s of their prey provide calicum and help keep teeth clean.Their diet’s are highly varied and also change seasonally.
A domestic dog fed on human diet struggles with dairy products and can actually be poisioned by some of the common ingredients in human pantries.
Dog’s are actually omnivorous.
They need alot less meat protein then cats, ferrets, snakes and feeding a high animal protein diet to a dog will take a toll on its health.
A dog is designed to digest a wide range of plant and animal products.
Dog’s must eat more then just muscle meat.
They need plenty of carbohydrate’s and fibre from vegetable and plant matter and only a very small amount of fat.their protein can come from both plant and animal product’s.
The other thing’s to consider are sources of mineral such as calcium and phosphorous and of cause vitamins.
CATS
Cat’s are strict carnivores.this mean that some of their nutritents can be obtained only from animal sources.
However being a carnivore doesn’t mean that all of the nutrients need to be from animal products or that a carnivorous animal could survive eating muscle meat only.
A wild carnivore such as a lion will kill and eat an atelope.it will lickthe hair off and chew on the skin.the organ are consumed, including partly digested grass, leaves, and other grazed plant material.Last of all, the bones are eaten too.
Cat’s and Dog’s are also very different in their needs
Animal poisoning by drugs is by far the most common type of small animal poison exposure, accounting for 75% of 1990 toxin exposures as reported by the AAPCC and 82 of 425 fatalities. Dogs and, less frequently, cats, can be poisoned by human or veterinary drugs as a result of accidental ingestion or overdose just like children can; it is worth emphasizing that all medications should be placed out of reach of inquisitive noses which are too often attached to undiscriminating mouths!
This section focuses on those medications which are too frequently given by well-intentioned owners for the purpose of relieving discomfort experienced by the animal and which instead can cause a much more serious problem for the pet. Human over-the-counter pain relievers are occasionally used in veterinary medicine for pain relief but they should only be given upon specific advice and direction of a veterinarian. Pain relievers, or analgesics, are not designed for use by cats and dogs and a minimal human dose can poison a pet. Cats and dogs do not utilize and tolerate drugs in the same way people do and human drugs should NEVER be assumed to be safe for animals.
Acetaminophen (Tylenoltm) -XXX Top
XXX – Emergency! XX – Highly Dangerous X – Dangerous
Tylenol is, of course, a human over-the-counter analgesic medicine used to relieve pain. In people, after the pills are taken, the ingredients are broken down in the body by enzymes in the liver. In people, Tylenol is generally a safe and useful painkiller. Cats, however, have less of the enzyme required to detoxify the drug following ingestion. As a result, there are many dangerous metabolites, or break-down products of acetaminophen that bind to red blood cells and other tissue cells, resulting in the destruction of these cells. There may also be direct damage to tissue cells from the painkiller. As little as one regular strength tablet (325 mg) can poison a cat to the degree that it can develop noticeable clinical signs of illness. Two extra-strength tablets are likely to kill a cat. Dogs (particularly small dogs) are also susceptible to significant tissue damage from as little as two regular strength Tylenol and repeated doses increase the risk significantly. Signs develop quickly and can include salivation, vomiting, weakness and abdominal pain.
Due to the significant toxicity to pets in relatively minimal dosages, the recommendation is clear – Tylenol should not be given to dogs or cats. Other, safer, drugs are available for pain relief; talk to your veterinarian about your own pet’s specific needs.
NSAIDs: Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Phenylbutazone, Naproxen – X Top
XXX – Emergency! XX – Highly Dangerous X – Dangerous
The pain relievers discussed here are known as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and are widely prescribed with caution by veterinarians to relieve pain from arthritis and other conditions. Animal dosages, however, are much lower than human dosages. Use of NSAIDs can significantly increase the risk for development of stomach or intestinal ulcers, particularly in a sick patient, or one receiving other medications. These pain relievers cause signs of poisoning by decreasing the mucous production in the stomach. Mucous serves to protect the stomach from the acids it secretes and reduction in mucous production decreases the protection the stomach has from acid secretion and increases the likelihood of ulcer formation. In addition these drugs indirectly decrease the blood flow to vital organs, particularly the kidney, and can result in significant kidney damage. Two regular strength aspirin in a small dog can cause clinical signs of poisoning. As with Tylenol, cats are more sensitive to these drugs and should never be given these medications unless under the specific direction of a veterinarian.
Again, these drugs can be safely used and, in fact, are employed in veterinary practice every day in appropriate doses and after careful medical evaluation of the patient. The important point is to recognize that dogs and cats do not respond in the same way to human medications that people do. Any medications need to be discussed with and prescribed by a veterinarian prior to giving them to your pet to avoid an inadvertent and tragic poisoning.
Sandy asks…
How to promote new hair growth?
Lately, I noticed I started having spaces in my hair, specially the forehead. My forehead increased in size and even from the sides of my forehead, there are spaces. How to grow hair to fill these spaces? It’s not genetic. It’s just I didn’t treat my hair rightly. I used many hair products that damage it and I always put on a winter wool cap. Any help people?
sam smith answers:
Sorry for that … Ya me too experiencing hair loss and the best home remedy to regrow the lost hair is applying
1).onion juice on bald patches this makes to stimulate the bolld circulation or u can also use garlic.
2). Thn u can also use castor oil or olive oil for hair growth
3). Green tea makes to reduce the dht level in the body … Dht is the main culprit for hair fall.
4)Scalp Massage
Yet another useful technique that boosts hair regrowth involves gentle massage to the scalp. Concentrate more on massaging the bald areas, but ensure that the massage is evenly given to the whole head. Poor blood circulation to the scalp, is the main cause behind thinning of hair. A scalp massage with best oil for hair promotes better blood flow, necessary for healthy regrowth of hair. As compared to other parts of the body, the flow of blood to the scalp is less. So stimulation of the blood flow is very necessary, which can be easily achieved with a scalp massage. The increased blood circulation to the scalp, benefits the hair follicles and prevents further hair loss. Using essential oils such as rosemary and thyme that are high in vitamins and minerals, for massaging the scalp daily can give a new life to your dull strands of hair and moreover stimulate hair follicles for faster hair growth.
5).Keep the Scalp Clean
Dirt and debris on the scalp surface often blocks skin pores on the scalp and is responsible for slowing down of the hair growth process. The best way to regrow hair naturally is by cleansing the scalp regularly with a good quality herbal shampoo. Those shampoos that have amla is suitable for growth of healthy hair fast.
The best method i think so is applying onion … Best of luck for ur regrowth my friend.
Richard asks…
My hair is thinning, what can i do to avoid it from getting worse?
I was brushing my hair today & i grabbed the mirror & aimed it up in my crown area & i noticed that my hair is starting to thin. I know that going through a transplant is very expensive & so is seeing a specialist. Is there anything natural that i can apply to my hair or any kind of supplement, pill, etc that doesnt give bad side effects? Any advice will help.
sam smith answers:
Try some of these…tell me if it helps 🙂
1. Take olive oil and rub it on your head for a good 3 minutes, it’s recommended to leave this is overnight, rinse it away in the morning with a mild shampoo. The olive oil actually cleans away debris and trapped dirt on your hair, as well as remove excess sebum that’s clogging your hair follicles and forcing them to thin out.
2. Rub onions on your scalp, where you are experiencing hair loss, it will turn red, when it turns red then more blood circulates to that area, essentially quenching the thirst of your hair follicles. Did you know hair loss occurs when your hairs are dying of thirst? This method helps surge your hair shafts with an abundance of blood, nourishing them and helping them grow thick and strong.
3. Take some dry capsicum, also known as red bell pepper, and boil it in boiling water for about 7 minutes. Then let it cool for 15 minutes. Wash your hair then apply this tonic to your scalp. The properties in red bell pepper actually speeds up hair growth and promotes new growth as well. Capsicum is the best home remedy for thinning hair because it speeds up growth and strength.
4. Rejuvenate with aloe vera gel. Take some aloe vera gel and add almond oil to it, then rub on your scalp for 2 minutes. Leave this in for 30 minutes, then shower it away. This cools and soothes your scalp, giving your hair breath and energy to grow.
Jenny asks…
My hair is falling out fast what should I do?
A few months ago my hair started falling out and now it’s becoming really noticeable, any ideas how to make it stop and or to make it thick again?
sam smith answers:
Sorry for that … Ya me too experiencing hair loss and the best home remedy to regrow the lost hair is applying
1).onion juice on bald patches this makes to stimulate the bolld circulation or u can also use garlic.
2). Thn u can also use castor oil or olive oil for hair growth
3). Green tea makes to reduce the dht level in the body … Dht is the main culprit for hair fall.
4)Scalp Massage
Yet another useful technique that boosts hair regrowth involves gentle massage to the scalp. Concentrate more on massaging the bald areas, but ensure that the massage is evenly given to the whole head. Poor blood circulation to the scalp, is the main cause behind thinning of hair. A scalp massage with best oil for hair promotes better blood flow, necessary for healthy regrowth of hair. As compared to other parts of the body, the flow of blood to the scalp is less. So stimulation of the blood flow is very necessary, which can be easily achieved with a scalp massage. The increased blood circulation to the scalp, benefits the hair follicles and prevents further hair loss. Using essential oils such as rosemary and thyme that are high in vitamins and minerals, for massaging the scalp daily can give a new life to your dull strands of hair and moreover stimulate hair follicles for faster hair growth.
5).Keep the Scalp Clean
Dirt and debris on the scalp surface often blocks skin pores on the scalp and is responsible for slowing down of the hair growth process. The best way to regrow hair naturally is by cleansing the scalp regularly with a good quality herbal shampoo. Those shampoos that have amla is suitable for growth of healthy hair fast.
The best method i think so is applying onion … Best of luck for ur regrowth my friend.
Steven asks…
How can i grow my hair!?!?
Ok, so im black & my hair is shoulder length but i want to grow my hair longer but i have to keep getting perms in my hair, which i think is really the reason my hair isn’t getting any longer because of the chemicals. Honestly i need the perms because without them my hair roots & edges get really curled up. So yea, i need the perms. But is there a healthier way i can grow my hair without getting the perms but also not having my roots & edges curl up? Please help & no rude comments. (:
sam smith answers:
• Regular hot oil massage (at least once a week) serves as a highly effective home treatment for hair growth as it improves blood circulation and nourishes the hair shafts. The hair and scalp massage can be done with coconut, rosemary, castor or olive oil. After massaging, leave the oil on the scalp for at least half an hour.
This oil therapy is also beneficial in controlling dandruff and hair fall. To warm the oil, pour it in a bowl and place the bowl in hot water. Use coconut oil as far as possible because gets absorbed in hair strands quite easily.
• Applying a mixture of three drops of lavender oil, three drops of rosemary oil, two drops each of thyme oil and cedarwood oil in combination with carrier oils like 3ml of jojoba oil and20 ml grapeseed oil is one of the best natural home remedies for hair growth. Wrap a warm towel (soaked in warm water and then wringed) to enhance the absorption of the herbal oils.
• Onion is another great hair growth home remedy that is particularly useful in case of individuals dealing with hair loss as it helps regenerate hair follicles. To prepare this remedy, put red onion cut in two pieces, two cinnamon sticks and four garlic cloves in some water and boil the mixture for 15 minutes.
Cool and strain the mixture and use this solution on hair for daily for four days to accelerate hair growth. Alternatively, you can also mix minced onion in a mild shampoo, let the mixture stand for about 15 days and then use it regularly.
• Using a potato mask prepared by adding potato juice extracted from three potatoes, an egg yolk and some honey is one of most useful but relatively unknown home remedies to make hair grow faster.
Apply the mixture on somewhat damp hair and leave it for almost half an hour before washing the hair with warm water. This hair growth natural treatment is highly beneficial for people suffering from hair loss.
• Trim your hair after every five to six week to remove split ends that prevent hair growth. Moreover, take adequate hair care measures by brushing the hair gently in the morning and evening to stimulate circulation and facilitate hair growth.
Make sure you not comb your hair when wet because wet hair are likely to break easily. Another tip to make hair grow faster is to brush your hair with the help of a boar bristle brush. Also, avoid using extremely hot water for washing hair.
• In order to promote natural hair growth, take a nutritious and balanced diet including yogurt, fruits, sprouts, nuts, carrots, beans, spinach, broccoli, beans, whole grain products and other items rich in proteins. Yellow colored fruits and vegetables are also valuable for healthy hair.
• As hair grows more during rest, taking proper rest is one the simplest natural home remedies to make hair grow faster. Exercising adequately is also necessary to make the body function better, thereby aiding in hair growth as well.
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