If your pet is injured, here are some things you can try at home before calling your vet. Remember, for major wounds, seek veterinary assistance immediately.
Minor cuts and abrasions:
For minor cuts and scrapes, apply pressure with a clean cloth if the wound is bleeding. If the bandage becomes soaked, just place a new one on top of the old one. Don’t remove the first one. Wash the wound with soap and water or Betadine. Soak it in 3% Hydrogen Peroxide if possible. Put some Calendula ointment on the wound after it has stopped bleeding. Repeat wash and ointment daily. If it is a puncture wound, give a dose of 30C Ledum. For pain, you can give a dose of 30C Arnica.
Bite wounds:
Remember to wear latex gloves before attending to a bite wound in case the bite came from a rabid animal. Give the animal 30C Ledum for the puncture. Treat the wound in the same manner as above but consult your veterinarian about a Rabies booster and Rabies Protocol, especially if the wound is of unknown origin.
Skin problems:
For extremely itchy skin, try a colloidal oatmeal bath, either Aveeno from a pharmacy or Epi-Soothe from us. Also try 30C Rhus Tox to calm the itch.
Ears and Eyes:
For tearing eyes or problem ears, try washing them with some green tea. Just prepare as usual and let cool.
If you have had a homeopathic consultation 6 months ago or more please come back or call to reevaluate the condition of your pet and his/her remedies. Call to set up an appointment or phone consultation. We can ship remedies to you for a fee of $10.00.
Arnica (Leopard’s Bane ) Commonly used for relief of pain associated with muscle pulls as well as strains.
Rhus Tox (Poison Ivy) Commonly used for relief of itchiness due to irritated skin as well as joint problems
Calendula ( Marigold) Commonly used as a natural antibiotic, available in an oral form as well as topical.
Ledum ( Rosemary ) Commonly used as a treatment for puncture wounds due to insect bites such as ticks and other bite wounds.