Alternative Medicine for Pets/echinacea and a yorkie

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Expert: Silva Mirovics - 5/20/2008


Question
Hi ,     My Yorkshire has an infection. How much echinacea can I administer for the weight of 8 lbs. Can you recommend any other herbs that will act as an antibiotic for infections ?
Thanks for your help at this time.

Answer
Hi Kathleen
The best natural product for infections in dogs is Herbal Compound Tablets.  These are available on the internet:  
For USA
www.naturalrearing.com (click on N.R. Original Herbal Formulas)
or for Australia
www.greenpet.com.au

These tablets are terrific in clearing up any infection in an animal.  They are completely herbal and natural.
You may also want to add some Colloidal Silver to your little dog's daily water bowl (one teaspoon per day until infection clears).  Colloidal Silver can also be applied to the skin, so if the infection is on the body (rather than inside) you can dab some onto a cotton pad and apply (no need to dilute it).

I hope this is helpful.
With thanks,
Silva.
www.roxysworld.com.au

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Silva Mirovics

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I can answer questions on natural therapies for dogs. Questions can relate to diet, nutrition, herbal, flower essences and other natural remedies.

Experience

I run my own business - www.roxysworld.com.au - specialising in canine massage, natural therapies and nutritional advice. I am dedicated to educating owners in ways that they can take a more natural approach to caring for their dogs.

Publications
I write an article for every edition of the Peninsula Alternative newspaper, based on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Austalia. Each article is based on canine health, safety and lifestyle.

Education/Credentials
I am a fully qualified Canine Myofunctional Therapist, I am currently completing studies in Small Animal Naturopathy. I am also a fully qualified human therapist with an Advanced Diploma in Therapeutic Massage and I have a Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences.

Past/Present Clients
I provide a mobile massage service to the southern suburbs of Melbourne. I sell my products around Australia and New Zealand. I have even had a few customers from USA.

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