Wednesday, November 24, 2010

A Short Guide on What to Give a Dog as a Pain Reliever

By Geraldine Dimarco


Many people have been asking me what to give a dog as a pain reliever. There are so many out there right now, we naturally want to know which one is the best. I mean, we could only take so much of our dog's crying and suffering right? So if you want to know more about the most effective dog pain relievers- park your search engine surfing fingers and read on to find out more here.

Dogs do not come with the ability to talk our language, thus we will not be able to know what exactly is the source and cause of his pain. Nevertheless, you will know that your dog is suffering through obvious signs like crying or whimpering, unusual lethargy, refusal to eat and unwillingness to move. If this is your dog, restrict his movements and have him checked up by the veterinarian right away.

The vet will have your dog undertake a few tests to verify the nature of your pet's pain. Frequently, they will find that arthritis is the source of it. Sometimes, the discomfort is caused by a really bad allergic reaction to a kind of food or an ill effect to some form of dog ailment. Determine the cause of it and treat it accordingly.

NSAIDs or non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs are generally prescribed by vets to the suffering canine. There are several kinds of NSAIDs that are safe. However as with all drugs, some subjects do not do well with chemicals contained in the medications. Check with your dog's veterinarian as to the correct dosage you should administer to your pet.

Holistic and homeopathic remedies are now becoming popular in alleviating animal pain. These are a much safer alternative because these natural products contain herbal formulations and ingredients that target specific abnormalities in the dog's system. Look around at reliable dog websites for recommended dog pain relievers you can try.

Excellent herbal remedies for pain relief include chamomile, licorice, feverfew and St. John's wort. Aloe Vera is a soothing balm that can be applied to cuts and lesions. Fleas and ticks can be prevented with the application of aromatic extracts like eucalyptus, rosemary and fennel. When you spray or dab on these blends, keep away from orifices and genitalia to avoid infection.

There might be a time wherein your dog will need to undergo surgery or even a simple procedure. You can hasten the healing of his tendons and ligaments by giving him Ledum. Bellis alleviates soreness and Phosphorous is great in decreasing nausea and bleeding. As with any change in lifestyle or treatment, always ask the vet before proceeding.

Now you know what to give a dog as a pain reliever-time to enjoy your time with your pet! There is no need to worry excessively about sicknesses and infections because even when it comes-you will know what needs to be done. Do your best with him and have fun!




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