Alternative Medicine for Pets/worms in my dacshund

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Expert: Silva Mirovics - 9/5/2008


Question
I have a Elba. dachsund and this morning found worms in his stool. I was told by a neighbor to give him some garlic and it would kill them, is this true and how much would I give him?!

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HI Monica
Yes garlic will be helpful, but long term use can also irritate the digestive system.  If you have a dog with very dry, red eyes, this too can be exaggerated if garlic is overused.

For some quick results add 1 - 2 cloves daily to meals for about a week or two.  Then see how you go.

For best results and long-term use you may want to look at a herbal tablet called Herbal Compound Tablets.  Or else there are a vast array of homeopathic animal worming solutions with garlic and black walnut as the main ingredients.  These are very powerful.  And you do not need to administer then daily - a couple of doses a year is sufficient.

These methods are far better than giving your pets chemical worming solutions.

I hope this is helpful.
Kind regards
Silva.
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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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