Faqs

Use 

• Strengthens the immune system
• Antioxidant
• Throat & mouth infections
• Heal abrasions, cuts, wounds; keeps infection away whilst the healing progress continues

Available as

• Tincture
• Pill
• Cream

What is Propolis?

Propolis is made by bees. The bees collect this resinous ‘mixture’ from tree buds, sap and other botanical sources. It was commonly assumed that the propolis resin was used to fill in holes in the hive to protect its occupants from the elements; wind and rain. However, 20th century research shows that bees actually thrive better if there is increased ventilation during the winter months throughout most temperate regions in the world.

Propolis is no believed to

• reinforce the strutural stability of the hive
• reduce vibration
• seal holes and alternative entrances not required
• prevent disease from entering the hive
• prevent parasites entering the give
• inhibit bactierial growth
• prevent putrefaction – bees normally carry waste outside the hive but should a small mouse find its way into the hive and die the bees are unable to carry it out through the hive entrance. In that case they would mummify the carcass in propolis thus making the body odourless and harmless.

The properties of propolis are amazing; antomicrobial, emollient, dental antiplaque agent, antitumor growth agent. Propolis has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal properties. Unlike modern antibiotics, the chemistry or propolis changes between hives and areas depending on what the bees have collected and the quantities. Therefore, it is more resistant to diseases becoming ‘immune’ to its properties .

Ancient civilizations realised the properties of this amazing product and it was used widely by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, it was know, in more recent times as the ‘Russian’ penicillin; it was used to treat wounded soldiers in WW1.

The writer has sucessfully used propolis on a quiet serious Basenji injury a case study to follow. Against vet advice I did not have the wound stitched but used propolis and rosemary-leaf liquid to bathe the wound which healed several days faster than the vet advised it would with stitching, and two weeks earlier than the vet advise it would without stitching.

Case Study – 1
I have personally used Propolis on many occasions. The first major wound I used it on was my Oscar who after being lost for 5 days was found but with most of the skin removed around each hock (skin was missing around both back legs above and below the hock, between 4-5cm) Of course after washing the wounds he was taken to my vet. They bandaged the wounds and asked me to call back in 3 days time. Once the swelling had gone down, they would stitch the skin together. The next day I removed the bandage and it was already warm a ‘festery’ under the bandage. I decide that it would not go back on. I could not see who the skin could possible be stitched there was not much left coupled with its location, the hock joint, I could not see how the stitches would not rip the skin. I used propolis tincture and dripped it on the wound and used some cotton wool with propolis on it to wipe the wounds. I also used a tincture I made my self using Rosemary leaves to wipe and clean the wounds. Mt vet was not happy when I said I would not be taking Oscar for his stitches. I was told that the wounds would get infected and that at best it would be 3-4 weeks for the skin to grow back on it’s own – rather than the 14 or so day with stitches. Nevertheless, I continues my treatment. The propolis kept the infection away and the Rosemary encouraged the growth of new skin, the edges of the skin didn’t ‘die’ they remained slightly ‘bloody’. Within a few days I noticed that the edges of the skin started to ‘grow’ with white skin. I continues to wash the wound with the Rosemary tincture followed by the propolis about 3-4 times a day – less as time went on. By the 8th day the skin was growing quite rapidly and by day 10 the wounds were completely healed with new skin. I took Oscar back to my vet to show him!   

Case Study – 2
Poor Oscar was in the wars again. When his toe was bitten. It was very deep, almost right the way through. I dropped Propolis tincture into the wound and it formed a crust, a protective barrier. After bandaging for one night the bandage came off and I continued to drop Propolis into the wound 2-3 times daily. Again it wasn’t long before the skin re-grew, no vet visit was required.    

Keywords: cut ulcer mouth infection abrasion bacteria wound immune system antioxidant boil 

Use

• wound healer
• cuts and abrasions
• burns
• insect bites

Available as

• Ointment

Calendular is informally known as the pot marigold. It is an unparalleled wound healer. It is perfect for minor cuts, abrasions, burns etc. Make sure the wound is clean and a recommended ‘dose’ of propolis will prevent any infection. Then apply the Calendula ointment, which ill be found at good health food stores. The product will close the wound very quickly so it is important to ensure that the wound is clean and non-infected before applying.    

Use 

• Helps digestion
• Boosts liver
• Detoxifier
• Powerful healer
• The leaves are more nutritious than anything you can buy. They’re higher in beta-carotene than carrots. The iron and calcium content is phenomenal, greater than spinach. Also vitamins, minerals and trace elements:  B-1, B-2, B-5, B-6, B-12, C, E, P, and D, biotin, inositol, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. The root contains the sugar inulin, plus many medicinal substances.

Many experts recommend giving dandelion as a daily supplement. It does however have a diuretic effect which might lead to housebreaking lapses in old or ill dogs. 

Keywords: tonic general wellbeing 

Use

• Soothes upset set tummies  
• Can assist in cases of diarrhea
• Gentle digestive aid
• Can relieve inflammatory bowel conditions

Available as

• Pill
• Tincture

Slippery Elm is a native North American tree. The inner bark contains mucilage, which coats and soothes the gastrointestinal tract. It is a safe herb if your dog is experiencing diarrhea or an upset stomach. 

Keywords: tummy digestion

Use

• Upset stomach
• Gastro
• Loose stools
• Stomach craps
• Diarreah 

Available as

• Thick liquid ingested by mouth

Scourban is an excellent product but is by prescription. Most tummy upsets will resolve themselves without treatment, but if your dog is prone to tummy upsets your vet will probably dispense a bottle to be used whenever you need it. It can be kept in the fridge for quite a while. The vet will prescribe the dose based on the dogs weight. Overdosing can cause constipation. 

The product contains many ingredients that assist with stopping stomach cramps,  diarreah, and scouring of the stomach lining where blood may appear in the stool. Scourban also includes antibiotics so will fix gastro issues as well.  It is an excellent product to have on hand.

Keywords: gastroenteritis bug nausea vomiting abdominal

Use

• Soothes upset set tummies  
• Can assist in cases of diarrhea
• Gentle digestive aid
• Can relieve inflammatory bowel conditions

Available as

• Pill
• Tincture

Slippery Elm is a native North American tree. The inner bark contains mucilage, which coats and soothes the gastrointestinal tract. It is a safe herb if your dog is experiencing diarrhea or an upset stomach. 

Keywords: tummy digestion

Use

• Upset stomach
• Gastro
• Loose stools
• Stomach craps
• Diarreah 

Available as

• Thick liquid ingested by mouth

Scourban is an excellent product but is by prescription. Most tummy upsets will resolve themselves without treatment, but if your dog is prone to tummy upsets your vet will probably dispense a bottle to be used whenever you need it. It can be kept in the fridge for quite a while. The vet will prescribe the dose based on the dogs weight. Overdosing can cause constipation. 

The product contains many ingredients that assist with stopping stomach cramps,  diarreah, and scouring of the stomach lining where blood may appear in the stool. Scourban also includes antibiotics so will fix gastro issues as well.  It is an excellent product to have on hand.

Keywords: gastroenteritis bug nausea vomiting abdominal

Use 

• Helps digestion
• Boosts liver
• Detoxifier
• Powerful healer
• The leaves are more nutritious than anything you can buy. They’re higher in beta-carotene than carrots. The iron and calcium content is phenomenal, greater than spinach. Also vitamins, minerals and trace elements:  B-1, B-2, B-5, B-6, B-12, C, E, P, and D, biotin, inositol, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. The root contains the sugar inulin, plus many medicinal substances.

Many experts recommend giving dandelion as a daily supplement. It does however have a diuretic effect which might lead to housebreaking lapses in old or ill dogs. 

Keywords: tonic general wellbeing 

Use

• Liver detox
• Treatment of viral hepatitis ( humans)
• Mushroom poisoning antidote (particularly effective in animals) 
• Cancer

Available as

• Pill/Capsule
• Liquid extract
• Tincture
• Silymarin phosphatidylcholine complex

A dogs liver is a recycling centre, a place where toxins are removed from the bloodstream. When the liver is weakened this process will not function at 100% causing the dog to feel unwell. The liver can become over taxed when a dog received medication, vaccinations or anesthesia for a surgical procedure. 

Milk thistle contains silymarin which protects the liver from toxins and helps to regenerate liver cells. It is not recommended to give milk thistle on an on-going basis to healthy dog daily. Instead, it should be given as needed during or after toxic exposure:

• vaccination
• medication
• deworming
• heart worm medication 
• surgery
• or as part of an occasional detox
• dogs who are on liver-taxing medications for a lengthy time frame might be candidates for more regular use depending on assessment from a vet.

Silymarin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help the liver repair itself by growing new cells.Although a number of animal studies demonstrate that milk thistle can be helpful in protecting the liver, results in human studies are mixed.

Mushroom Poisoning
Based on traditional use, milk thistle has been used as an emergency antidote to poisoning by deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). Animal studies have found that milk thistle extract completely counteracts the toxic effects of the mushroom when given within 10 minutes of ingestion. If given within 24 hours, it significantly reduces the risk of liver damage and death.

Cancer
Early laboratory studies also suggest that silymarin and other active substances in milk thistle may have anticancer effects. These substances appear to stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing, shorten their lifespan, and reduce blood supply to tumors. Some studies suggest silymarin may favorably supplement sunscreen protection and may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. More studies are needed, however, to show whether milk thistle has any effects in the body (not just in test tubes).

Otherwise considered very safe, milk thistle should not be given to pregnant bitches.  Because Milk thistle protects the liver and works on the liver it may reduce the effectiveness of some other drug groups following by basically by trying to rid the body of the chemicals and toxins in and produced by these drugs. Therefore, it is also best to check with your vet if your dog is on any other medication such as allergy drugs, anti-anxiety drugs such as valium, some cancer drugs, drugs broken down by the liver.

Keywords: liver tonic poison 
Statistical information sourced from University of Maryland Medical Centre

Use 

• Helps digestion
• Boosts liver
• Detoxifier
• Powerful healer
• The leaves are more nutritious than anything you can buy. They’re higher in beta-carotene than carrots. The iron and calcium content is phenomenal, greater than spinach. Also vitamins, minerals and trace elements:  B-1, B-2, B-5, B-6, B-12, C, E, P, and D, biotin, inositol, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. The root contains the sugar inulin, plus many medicinal substances.

Many experts recommend giving dandelion as a daily supplement. It does however have a diuretic effect which might lead to housebreaking lapses in old or ill dogs. 

Keywords: tonic general wellbeing 

Use

• Liver detox
• Treatment of viral hepatitis ( humans)
• Mushroom poisoning antidote (particularly effective in animals) 
• Cancer

Available as

• Pill/Capsule
• Liquid extract
• Tincture
• Silymarin phosphatidylcholine complex

A dogs liver is a recycling centre, a place where toxins are removed from the bloodstream. When the liver is weakened this process will not function at 100% causing the dog to feel unwell. The liver can become over taxed when a dog received medication, vaccinations or anesthesia for a surgical procedure. 

Milk thistle contains silymarin which protects the liver from toxins and helps to regenerate liver cells. It is not recommended to give milk thistle on an on-going basis to healthy dog daily. Instead, it should be given as needed during or after toxic exposure:

• vaccination
• medication
• deworming
• heart worm medication 
• surgery
• or as part of an occasional detox
• dogs who are on liver-taxing medications for a lengthy time frame might be candidates for more regular use depending on assessment from a vet.

Silymarin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help the liver repair itself by growing new cells.Although a number of animal studies demonstrate that milk thistle can be helpful in protecting the liver, results in human studies are mixed.

Mushroom Poisoning
Based on traditional use, milk thistle has been used as an emergency antidote to poisoning by deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). Animal studies have found that milk thistle extract completely counteracts the toxic effects of the mushroom when given within 10 minutes of ingestion. If given within 24 hours, it significantly reduces the risk of liver damage and death.

Cancer
Early laboratory studies also suggest that silymarin and other active substances in milk thistle may have anticancer effects. These substances appear to stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing, shorten their lifespan, and reduce blood supply to tumors. Some studies suggest silymarin may favorably supplement sunscreen protection and may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. More studies are needed, however, to show whether milk thistle has any effects in the body (not just in test tubes).

Otherwise considered very safe, milk thistle should not be given to pregnant bitches.  Because Milk thistle protects the liver and works on the liver it may reduce the effectiveness of some other drug groups following by basically by trying to rid the body of the chemicals and toxins in and produced by these drugs. Therefore, it is also best to check with your vet if your dog is on any other medication such as allergy drugs, anti-anxiety drugs such as valium, some cancer drugs, drugs broken down by the liver.

Keywords: liver tonic poison 
Statistical information sourced from University of Maryland Medical Centre

Use 

• Helps digestion
• Boosts liver
• Detoxifier
• Powerful healer
• The leaves are more nutritious than anything you can buy. They’re higher in beta-carotene than carrots. The iron and calcium content is phenomenal, greater than spinach. Also vitamins, minerals and trace elements:  B-1, B-2, B-5, B-6, B-12, C, E, P, and D, biotin, inositol, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc. The root contains the sugar inulin, plus many medicinal substances.

Many experts recommend giving dandelion as a daily supplement. It does however have a diuretic effect which might lead to housebreaking lapses in old or ill dogs. 

Keywords: tonic general wellbeing 

Use 

• Strengthens the immune system
• Antioxidant
• Throat & mouth infections
• Heal abrasions, cuts, wounds; keeps infection away whilst the healing progress continues

Available as

• Tincture
• Pill
• Cream

What is Propolis?

Propolis is made by bees. The bees collect this resinous ‘mixture’ from tree buds, sap and other botanical sources. It was commonly assumed that the propolis resin was used to fill in holes in the hive to protect its occupants from the elements; wind and rain. However, 20th century research shows that bees actually thrive better if there is increased ventilation during the winter months throughout most temperate regions in the world.

Propolis is no believed to

• reinforce the strutural stability of the hive
• reduce vibration
• seal holes and alternative entrances not required
• prevent disease from entering the hive
• prevent parasites entering the give
• inhibit bactierial growth
• prevent putrefaction – bees normally carry waste outside the hive but should a small mouse find its way into the hive and die the bees are unable to carry it out through the hive entrance. In that case they would mummify the carcass in propolis thus making the body odourless and harmless.

The properties of propolis are amazing; antomicrobial, emollient, dental antiplaque agent, antitumor growth agent. Propolis has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal properties. Unlike modern antibiotics, the chemistry or propolis changes between hives and areas depending on what the bees have collected and the quantities. Therefore, it is more resistant to diseases becoming ‘immune’ to its properties .

Ancient civilizations realised the properties of this amazing product and it was used widely by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, it was know, in more recent times as the ‘Russian’ penicillin; it was used to treat wounded soldiers in WW1.

The writer has sucessfully used propolis on a quiet serious Basenji injury a case study to follow. Against vet advice I did not have the wound stitched but used propolis and rosemary-leaf liquid to bathe the wound which healed several days faster than the vet advised it would with stitching, and two weeks earlier than the vet advise it would without stitching.

Case Study – 1
I have personally used Propolis on many occasions. The first major wound I used it on was my Oscar who after being lost for 5 days was found but with most of the skin removed around each hock (skin was missing around both back legs above and below the hock, between 4-5cm) Of course after washing the wounds he was taken to my vet. They bandaged the wounds and asked me to call back in 3 days time. Once the swelling had gone down, they would stitch the skin together. The next day I removed the bandage and it was already warm a ‘festery’ under the bandage. I decide that it would not go back on. I could not see who the skin could possible be stitched there was not much left coupled with its location, the hock joint, I could not see how the stitches would not rip the skin. I used propolis tincture and dripped it on the wound and used some cotton wool with propolis on it to wipe the wounds. I also used a tincture I made my self using Rosemary leaves to wipe and clean the wounds. Mt vet was not happy when I said I would not be taking Oscar for his stitches. I was told that the wounds would get infected and that at best it would be 3-4 weeks for the skin to grow back on it’s own – rather than the 14 or so day with stitches. Nevertheless, I continues my treatment. The propolis kept the infection away and the Rosemary encouraged the growth of new skin, the edges of the skin didn’t ‘die’ they remained slightly ‘bloody’. Within a few days I noticed that the edges of the skin started to ‘grow’ with white skin. I continues to wash the wound with the Rosemary tincture followed by the propolis about 3-4 times a day – less as time went on. By the 8th day the skin was growing quite rapidly and by day 10 the wounds were completely healed with new skin. I took Oscar back to my vet to show him!   

Case Study – 2
Poor Oscar was in the wars again. When his toe was bitten. It was very deep, almost right the way through. I dropped Propolis tincture into the wound and it formed a crust, a protective barrier. After bandaging for one night the bandage came off and I continued to drop Propolis into the wound 2-3 times daily. Again it wasn’t long before the skin re-grew, no vet visit was required.    

Keywords: cut ulcer mouth infection abrasion bacteria wound immune system antioxidant boil 

Use 

• Strengthens the immune system
• Antioxidant
• Throat & mouth infections
• Heal abrasions, cuts, wounds; keeps infection away whilst the healing progress continues

Available as

• Tincture
• Pill
• Cream

What is Propolis?

Propolis is made by bees. The bees collect this resinous ‘mixture’ from tree buds, sap and other botanical sources. It was commonly assumed that the propolis resin was used to fill in holes in the hive to protect its occupants from the elements; wind and rain. However, 20th century research shows that bees actually thrive better if there is increased ventilation during the winter months throughout most temperate regions in the world.

Propolis is no believed to

• reinforce the strutural stability of the hive
• reduce vibration
• seal holes and alternative entrances not required
• prevent disease from entering the hive
• prevent parasites entering the give
• inhibit bactierial growth
• prevent putrefaction – bees normally carry waste outside the hive but should a small mouse find its way into the hive and die the bees are unable to carry it out through the hive entrance. In that case they would mummify the carcass in propolis thus making the body odourless and harmless.

The properties of propolis are amazing; antomicrobial, emollient, dental antiplaque agent, antitumor growth agent. Propolis has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal properties. Unlike modern antibiotics, the chemistry or propolis changes between hives and areas depending on what the bees have collected and the quantities. Therefore, it is more resistant to diseases becoming ‘immune’ to its properties .

Ancient civilizations realised the properties of this amazing product and it was used widely by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, it was know, in more recent times as the ‘Russian’ penicillin; it was used to treat wounded soldiers in WW1.

The writer has sucessfully used propolis on a quiet serious Basenji injury a case study to follow. Against vet advice I did not have the wound stitched but used propolis and rosemary-leaf liquid to bathe the wound which healed several days faster than the vet advised it would with stitching, and two weeks earlier than the vet advise it would without stitching.

Case Study – 1
I have personally used Propolis on many occasions. The first major wound I used it on was my Oscar who after being lost for 5 days was found but with most of the skin removed around each hock (skin was missing around both back legs above and below the hock, between 4-5cm) Of course after washing the wounds he was taken to my vet. They bandaged the wounds and asked me to call back in 3 days time. Once the swelling had gone down, they would stitch the skin together. The next day I removed the bandage and it was already warm a ‘festery’ under the bandage. I decide that it would not go back on. I could not see who the skin could possible be stitched there was not much left coupled with its location, the hock joint, I could not see how the stitches would not rip the skin. I used propolis tincture and dripped it on the wound and used some cotton wool with propolis on it to wipe the wounds. I also used a tincture I made my self using Rosemary leaves to wipe and clean the wounds. Mt vet was not happy when I said I would not be taking Oscar for his stitches. I was told that the wounds would get infected and that at best it would be 3-4 weeks for the skin to grow back on it’s own – rather than the 14 or so day with stitches. Nevertheless, I continues my treatment. The propolis kept the infection away and the Rosemary encouraged the growth of new skin, the edges of the skin didn’t ‘die’ they remained slightly ‘bloody’. Within a few days I noticed that the edges of the skin started to ‘grow’ with white skin. I continues to wash the wound with the Rosemary tincture followed by the propolis about 3-4 times a day – less as time went on. By the 8th day the skin was growing quite rapidly and by day 10 the wounds were completely healed with new skin. I took Oscar back to my vet to show him!   

Case Study – 2
Poor Oscar was in the wars again. When his toe was bitten. It was very deep, almost right the way through. I dropped Propolis tincture into the wound and it formed a crust, a protective barrier. After bandaging for one night the bandage came off and I continued to drop Propolis into the wound 2-3 times daily. Again it wasn’t long before the skin re-grew, no vet visit was required.    

Keywords: cut ulcer mouth infection abrasion bacteria wound immune system antioxidant boil 

Use 

• Strengthens the immune system
• Antioxidant
• Throat & mouth infections
• Heal abrasions, cuts, wounds; keeps infection away whilst the healing progress continues

Available as

• Tincture
• Pill
• Cream

What is Propolis?

Propolis is made by bees. The bees collect this resinous ‘mixture’ from tree buds, sap and other botanical sources. It was commonly assumed that the propolis resin was used to fill in holes in the hive to protect its occupants from the elements; wind and rain. However, 20th century research shows that bees actually thrive better if there is increased ventilation during the winter months throughout most temperate regions in the world.

Propolis is no believed to

• reinforce the strutural stability of the hive
• reduce vibration
• seal holes and alternative entrances not required
• prevent disease from entering the hive
• prevent parasites entering the give
• inhibit bactierial growth
• prevent putrefaction – bees normally carry waste outside the hive but should a small mouse find its way into the hive and die the bees are unable to carry it out through the hive entrance. In that case they would mummify the carcass in propolis thus making the body odourless and harmless.

The properties of propolis are amazing; antomicrobial, emollient, dental antiplaque agent, antitumor growth agent. Propolis has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal properties. Unlike modern antibiotics, the chemistry or propolis changes between hives and areas depending on what the bees have collected and the quantities. Therefore, it is more resistant to diseases becoming ‘immune’ to its properties .

Ancient civilizations realised the properties of this amazing product and it was used widely by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, it was know, in more recent times as the ‘Russian’ penicillin; it was used to treat wounded soldiers in WW1.

The writer has sucessfully used propolis on a quiet serious Basenji injury a case study to follow. Against vet advice I did not have the wound stitched but used propolis and rosemary-leaf liquid to bathe the wound which healed several days faster than the vet advised it would with stitching, and two weeks earlier than the vet advise it would without stitching.

Case Study – 1
I have personally used Propolis on many occasions. The first major wound I used it on was my Oscar who after being lost for 5 days was found but with most of the skin removed around each hock (skin was missing around both back legs above and below the hock, between 4-5cm) Of course after washing the wounds he was taken to my vet. They bandaged the wounds and asked me to call back in 3 days time. Once the swelling had gone down, they would stitch the skin together. The next day I removed the bandage and it was already warm a ‘festery’ under the bandage. I decide that it would not go back on. I could not see who the skin could possible be stitched there was not much left coupled with its location, the hock joint, I could not see how the stitches would not rip the skin. I used propolis tincture and dripped it on the wound and used some cotton wool with propolis on it to wipe the wounds. I also used a tincture I made my self using Rosemary leaves to wipe and clean the wounds. Mt vet was not happy when I said I would not be taking Oscar for his stitches. I was told that the wounds would get infected and that at best it would be 3-4 weeks for the skin to grow back on it’s own – rather than the 14 or so day with stitches. Nevertheless, I continues my treatment. The propolis kept the infection away and the Rosemary encouraged the growth of new skin, the edges of the skin didn’t ‘die’ they remained slightly ‘bloody’. Within a few days I noticed that the edges of the skin started to ‘grow’ with white skin. I continues to wash the wound with the Rosemary tincture followed by the propolis about 3-4 times a day – less as time went on. By the 8th day the skin was growing quite rapidly and by day 10 the wounds were completely healed with new skin. I took Oscar back to my vet to show him!   

Case Study – 2
Poor Oscar was in the wars again. When his toe was bitten. It was very deep, almost right the way through. I dropped Propolis tincture into the wound and it formed a crust, a protective barrier. After bandaging for one night the bandage came off and I continued to drop Propolis into the wound 2-3 times daily. Again it wasn’t long before the skin re-grew, no vet visit was required.    

Keywords: cut ulcer mouth infection abrasion bacteria wound immune system antioxidant boil 

Use 

• Strengthens the immune system
• Antioxidant
• Throat & mouth infections
• Heal abrasions, cuts, wounds; keeps infection away whilst the healing progress continues

Available as

• Tincture
• Pill
• Cream

What is Propolis?

Propolis is made by bees. The bees collect this resinous ‘mixture’ from tree buds, sap and other botanical sources. It was commonly assumed that the propolis resin was used to fill in holes in the hive to protect its occupants from the elements; wind and rain. However, 20th century research shows that bees actually thrive better if there is increased ventilation during the winter months throughout most temperate regions in the world.

Propolis is no believed to

• reinforce the strutural stability of the hive
• reduce vibration
• seal holes and alternative entrances not required
• prevent disease from entering the hive
• prevent parasites entering the give
• inhibit bactierial growth
• prevent putrefaction – bees normally carry waste outside the hive but should a small mouse find its way into the hive and die the bees are unable to carry it out through the hive entrance. In that case they would mummify the carcass in propolis thus making the body odourless and harmless.

The properties of propolis are amazing; antomicrobial, emollient, dental antiplaque agent, antitumor growth agent. Propolis has powerful antibacterial, antiseptic, antiviral and antifungal properties. Unlike modern antibiotics, the chemistry or propolis changes between hives and areas depending on what the bees have collected and the quantities. Therefore, it is more resistant to diseases becoming ‘immune’ to its properties .

Ancient civilizations realised the properties of this amazing product and it was used widely by the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, it was know, in more recent times as the ‘Russian’ penicillin; it was used to treat wounded soldiers in WW1.

The writer has sucessfully used propolis on a quiet serious Basenji injury a case study to follow. Against vet advice I did not have the wound stitched but used propolis and rosemary-leaf liquid to bathe the wound which healed several days faster than the vet advised it would with stitching, and two weeks earlier than the vet advise it would without stitching.

Case Study – 1
I have personally used Propolis on many occasions. The first major wound I used it on was my Oscar who after being lost for 5 days was found but with most of the skin removed around each hock (skin was missing around both back legs above and below the hock, between 4-5cm) Of course after washing the wounds he was taken to my vet. They bandaged the wounds and asked me to call back in 3 days time. Once the swelling had gone down, they would stitch the skin together. The next day I removed the bandage and it was already warm a ‘festery’ under the bandage. I decide that it would not go back on. I could not see who the skin could possible be stitched there was not much left coupled with its location, the hock joint, I could not see how the stitches would not rip the skin. I used propolis tincture and dripped it on the wound and used some cotton wool with propolis on it to wipe the wounds. I also used a tincture I made my self using Rosemary leaves to wipe and clean the wounds. Mt vet was not happy when I said I would not be taking Oscar for his stitches. I was told that the wounds would get infected and that at best it would be 3-4 weeks for the skin to grow back on it’s own – rather than the 14 or so day with stitches. Nevertheless, I continues my treatment. The propolis kept the infection away and the Rosemary encouraged the growth of new skin, the edges of the skin didn’t ‘die’ they remained slightly ‘bloody’. Within a few days I noticed that the edges of the skin started to ‘grow’ with white skin. I continues to wash the wound with the Rosemary tincture followed by the propolis about 3-4 times a day – less as time went on. By the 8th day the skin was growing quite rapidly and by day 10 the wounds were completely healed with new skin. I took Oscar back to my vet to show him!   

Case Study – 2
Poor Oscar was in the wars again. When his toe was bitten. It was very deep, almost right the way through. I dropped Propolis tincture into the wound and it formed a crust, a protective barrier. After bandaging for one night the bandage came off and I continued to drop Propolis into the wound 2-3 times daily. Again it wasn’t long before the skin re-grew, no vet visit was required.    

Keywords: cut ulcer mouth infection abrasion bacteria wound immune system antioxidant boil 

Use

• Soothes upset set tummies  
• Can assist in cases of diarrhea
• Gentle digestive aid
• Can relieve inflammatory bowel conditions

Available as

• Pill
• Tincture

Slippery Elm is a native North American tree. The inner bark contains mucilage, which coats and soothes the gastrointestinal tract. It is a safe herb if your dog is experiencing diarrhea or an upset stomach. 

Keywords: tummy digestion

Use

• Upset stomach
• Gastro
• Loose stools
• Stomach craps
• Diarreah 

Available as

• Thick liquid ingested by mouth

Scourban is an excellent product but is by prescription. Most tummy upsets will resolve themselves without treatment, but if your dog is prone to tummy upsets your vet will probably dispense a bottle to be used whenever you need it. It can be kept in the fridge for quite a while. The vet will prescribe the dose based on the dogs weight. Overdosing can cause constipation. 

The product contains many ingredients that assist with stopping stomach cramps,  diarreah, and scouring of the stomach lining where blood may appear in the stool. Scourban also includes antibiotics so will fix gastro issues as well.  It is an excellent product to have on hand.

Keywords: gastroenteritis bug nausea vomiting abdominal

Use

• wound healer
• cuts and abrasions
• burns
• insect bites

Available as

• Ointment

Calendular is informally known as the pot marigold. It is an unparalleled wound healer. It is perfect for minor cuts, abrasions, burns etc. Make sure the wound is clean and a recommended ‘dose’ of propolis will prevent any infection. Then apply the Calendula ointment, which ill be found at good health food stores. The product will close the wound very quickly so it is important to ensure that the wound is clean and non-infected before applying.    

Use

• Fear of loud noises (fireworks, thunderstorms etc)
• Separation Anxiety
• Some forms of inter-dog aggression
• New home stress
• Car/travel stress
• Pet adoption
• Introduction of a new dog/puppy to the home
• Kenneling

Available as

• Diffuser
• Impregnated collar
• Spray

What is Adaptil and how does it work?
A Lactating bitch that is a bitch that is producing milk naturally produces an appeasing hormone. Adaptil contains a dog appeasing hormone (DAP). This hormone will assist puppies and adult dogs with stress caused by several situations noted above. It gives the dog reassurance and comfort and it gives them confidence to be bale to cope with new experiences and environments. This form of treatment does cause sedation. In extreme cases a vet may prescribe a ‘targeted tranquilizer’. This mean the drug is used only at a target point such as a thunderstorm, prior to travel etc. Continued use of tranquilizers, major and minor, should be completely discouraged. These drugs have numerous adverse side effects. In some situations the can make a situation worse. Many have negative effects on a dogs cardiovascular system.    

Keywords: thunder noise loud bang car stress drooling owner dependence 

Use

• Fear of loud noises (fireworks, thunderstorms etc)
• Separation Anxiety
• Some forms of inter-dog aggression
• New home stress
• Car/travel stress
• Pet adoption
• Introduction of a new dog/puppy to the home
• Kenneling

Available as

• Diffuser
• Impregnated collar
• Spray

What is Adaptil and how does it work?
A Lactating bitch that is a bitch that is producing milk naturally produces an appeasing hormone. Adaptil contains a dog appeasing hormone (DAP). This hormone will assist puppies and adult dogs with stress caused by several situations noted above. It gives the dog reassurance and comfort and it gives them confidence to be bale to cope with new experiences and environments. This form of treatment does cause sedation. In extreme cases a vet may prescribe a ‘targeted tranquilizer’. This mean the drug is used only at a target point such as a thunderstorm, prior to travel etc. Continued use of tranquilizers, major and minor, should be completely discouraged. These drugs have numerous adverse side effects. In some situations the can make a situation worse. Many have negative effects on a dogs cardiovascular system.    

Keywords: thunder noise loud bang car stress drooling owner dependence 

Use

• Fear of loud noises (fireworks, thunderstorms etc)
• Separation Anxiety
• Some forms of inter-dog aggression
• New home stress
• Car/travel stress
• Pet adoption
• Introduction of a new dog/puppy to the home
• Kenneling

Available as

• Diffuser
• Impregnated collar
• Spray

What is Adaptil and how does it work?
A Lactating bitch that is a bitch that is producing milk naturally produces an appeasing hormone. Adaptil contains a dog appeasing hormone (DAP). This hormone will assist puppies and adult dogs with stress caused by several situations noted above. It gives the dog reassurance and comfort and it gives them confidence to be bale to cope with new experiences and environments. This form of treatment does cause sedation. In extreme cases a vet may prescribe a ‘targeted tranquilizer’. This mean the drug is used only at a target point such as a thunderstorm, prior to travel etc. Continued use of tranquilizers, major and minor, should be completely discouraged. These drugs have numerous adverse side effects. In some situations the can make a situation worse. Many have negative effects on a dogs cardiovascular system.    

Keywords: thunder noise loud bang car stress drooling owner dependence 

Use

• Liver detox
• Treatment of viral hepatitis ( humans)
• Mushroom poisoning antidote (particularly effective in animals) 
• Cancer

Available as

• Pill/Capsule
• Liquid extract
• Tincture
• Silymarin phosphatidylcholine complex

A dogs liver is a recycling centre, a place where toxins are removed from the bloodstream. When the liver is weakened this process will not function at 100% causing the dog to feel unwell. The liver can become over taxed when a dog received medication, vaccinations or anesthesia for a surgical procedure. 

Milk thistle contains silymarin which protects the liver from toxins and helps to regenerate liver cells. It is not recommended to give milk thistle on an on-going basis to healthy dog daily. Instead, it should be given as needed during or after toxic exposure:

• vaccination
• medication
• deworming
• heart worm medication 
• surgery
• or as part of an occasional detox
• dogs who are on liver-taxing medications for a lengthy time frame might be candidates for more regular use depending on assessment from a vet.

Silymarin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help the liver repair itself by growing new cells.Although a number of animal studies demonstrate that milk thistle can be helpful in protecting the liver, results in human studies are mixed.

Mushroom Poisoning
Based on traditional use, milk thistle has been used as an emergency antidote to poisoning by deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). Animal studies have found that milk thistle extract completely counteracts the toxic effects of the mushroom when given within 10 minutes of ingestion. If given within 24 hours, it significantly reduces the risk of liver damage and death.

Cancer
Early laboratory studies also suggest that silymarin and other active substances in milk thistle may have anticancer effects. These substances appear to stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing, shorten their lifespan, and reduce blood supply to tumors. Some studies suggest silymarin may favorably supplement sunscreen protection and may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. More studies are needed, however, to show whether milk thistle has any effects in the body (not just in test tubes).

Otherwise considered very safe, milk thistle should not be given to pregnant bitches.  Because Milk thistle protects the liver and works on the liver it may reduce the effectiveness of some other drug groups following by basically by trying to rid the body of the chemicals and toxins in and produced by these drugs. Therefore, it is also best to check with your vet if your dog is on any other medication such as allergy drugs, anti-anxiety drugs such as valium, some cancer drugs, drugs broken down by the liver.

Keywords: liver tonic poison 
Statistical information sourced from University of Maryland Medical Centre

Use

• Liver detox
• Treatment of viral hepatitis ( humans)
• Mushroom poisoning antidote (particularly effective in animals) 
• Cancer

Available as

• Pill/Capsule
• Liquid extract
• Tincture
• Silymarin phosphatidylcholine complex

A dogs liver is a recycling centre, a place where toxins are removed from the bloodstream. When the liver is weakened this process will not function at 100% causing the dog to feel unwell. The liver can become over taxed when a dog received medication, vaccinations or anesthesia for a surgical procedure. 

Milk thistle contains silymarin which protects the liver from toxins and helps to regenerate liver cells. It is not recommended to give milk thistle on an on-going basis to healthy dog daily. Instead, it should be given as needed during or after toxic exposure:

• vaccination
• medication
• deworming
• heart worm medication 
• surgery
• or as part of an occasional detox
• dogs who are on liver-taxing medications for a lengthy time frame might be candidates for more regular use depending on assessment from a vet.

Silymarin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help the liver repair itself by growing new cells.Although a number of animal studies demonstrate that milk thistle can be helpful in protecting the liver, results in human studies are mixed.

Mushroom Poisoning
Based on traditional use, milk thistle has been used as an emergency antidote to poisoning by deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). Animal studies have found that milk thistle extract completely counteracts the toxic effects of the mushroom when given within 10 minutes of ingestion. If given within 24 hours, it significantly reduces the risk of liver damage and death.

Cancer
Early laboratory studies also suggest that silymarin and other active substances in milk thistle may have anticancer effects. These substances appear to stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing, shorten their lifespan, and reduce blood supply to tumors. Some studies suggest silymarin may favorably supplement sunscreen protection and may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. More studies are needed, however, to show whether milk thistle has any effects in the body (not just in test tubes).

Otherwise considered very safe, milk thistle should not be given to pregnant bitches.  Because Milk thistle protects the liver and works on the liver it may reduce the effectiveness of some other drug groups following by basically by trying to rid the body of the chemicals and toxins in and produced by these drugs. Therefore, it is also best to check with your vet if your dog is on any other medication such as allergy drugs, anti-anxiety drugs such as valium, some cancer drugs, drugs broken down by the liver.

Keywords: liver tonic poison 
Statistical information sourced from University of Maryland Medical Centre

Use

• Liver detox
• Treatment of viral hepatitis ( humans)
• Mushroom poisoning antidote (particularly effective in animals) 
• Cancer

Available as

• Pill/Capsule
• Liquid extract
• Tincture
• Silymarin phosphatidylcholine complex

A dogs liver is a recycling centre, a place where toxins are removed from the bloodstream. When the liver is weakened this process will not function at 100% causing the dog to feel unwell. The liver can become over taxed when a dog received medication, vaccinations or anesthesia for a surgical procedure. 

Milk thistle contains silymarin which protects the liver from toxins and helps to regenerate liver cells. It is not recommended to give milk thistle on an on-going basis to healthy dog daily. Instead, it should be given as needed during or after toxic exposure:

• vaccination
• medication
• deworming
• heart worm medication 
• surgery
• or as part of an occasional detox
• dogs who are on liver-taxing medications for a lengthy time frame might be candidates for more regular use depending on assessment from a vet.

Silymarin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help the liver repair itself by growing new cells.Although a number of animal studies demonstrate that milk thistle can be helpful in protecting the liver, results in human studies are mixed.

Mushroom Poisoning
Based on traditional use, milk thistle has been used as an emergency antidote to poisoning by deathcap mushroom (Amanita phalloides). Animal studies have found that milk thistle extract completely counteracts the toxic effects of the mushroom when given within 10 minutes of ingestion. If given within 24 hours, it significantly reduces the risk of liver damage and death.

Cancer
Early laboratory studies also suggest that silymarin and other active substances in milk thistle may have anticancer effects. These substances appear to stop cancer cells from dividing and reproducing, shorten their lifespan, and reduce blood supply to tumors. Some studies suggest silymarin may favorably supplement sunscreen protection and may help reduce the risk of skin cancer. More studies are needed, however, to show whether milk thistle has any effects in the body (not just in test tubes).

Otherwise considered very safe, milk thistle should not be given to pregnant bitches.  Because Milk thistle protects the liver and works on the liver it may reduce the effectiveness of some other drug groups following by basically by trying to rid the body of the chemicals and toxins in and produced by these drugs. Therefore, it is also best to check with your vet if your dog is on any other medication such as allergy drugs, anti-anxiety drugs such as valium, some cancer drugs, drugs broken down by the liver.

Keywords: liver tonic poison 
Statistical information sourced from University of Maryland Medical Centre

A temperature of more than 39.4 is considered to be a fever and it might be as well to call you vet.

Try and reduce the dogs temperature by covering with a towel which has been immersed in cold water. Put a fan next to the dog to blow cool air over it. Do not use ice or iced water. Keep the dogs ears and paws damp with cool water, this will assist with the cooling process. The fever could be due to various issues including infection.

Other symptoms of fever might be

• Lethargy
• Depressed mood
• Shivering
• Loss of appetite
• Vomiting
• Coughing
• Nasal discharge

In combination with the fan methylated spirits can be applied to the belly will assist in cooling a dog as the alcohol evaporation will cool down the dog. 1/4-1/2 an Aspirin (for an adult dog) may also assist. Stop the cooling process when the temperature goes back to 39.4 or below.

If you are not happy with the progress of your dog or the temperature still increases take you dog to the vet.

A temperature of 41 or above is considered an emergency and prompt treatment is required.

The normal temperature for a dog is between 38.3 and 39.2 celcius.

Due to the different sizes of dogs heart beats vary. In larger breeds the heart tends to beat slower and in toy breeds faster. A normal heart beat at rest will be from 50 to 130 beats per minute.

To check your dog’s heartbeat, place your fingers over the left side of the chest, where you can feel the strongest beat. To check the pulse, which is the same speed as the heartbeat, press gently on the inside of the top of the hind leg. There is an artery there and the skin is thin, so it’s easy to feel the pulse.