For the sake of your pet, Go Natural

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According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, more than 63 percent of American households have pets, this includes about 73 million dogs and 90 million cats. Americans spend a fortune on their pets, almost $ 40000000000 in 2006 alone, more than 9 billion U.S. dollars for veterinary care was.

And how many of these veterinary care was really necessary?

In recent years, the popularity of natural cosmetics for many health reasons, the high cost of medical care and lessonsQuestion of the necessity and effectiveness of many treatments and medications are just a few. So why do not more people looking at this company for their beloved pets? Perhaps because it is so highly recommended by vets?

There are many things you can do for your pets at home to take care of your health with an adequate diet, and I do not mean expensive vet recommended foods filled with commercial products, fillers and chemicals, herbalAcupressure, to name a few alternatives.

And as for annual vaccinations that are recommended by your vet, they are all really necessary? Could contribute to your pet sick?

Do you realize that many people use over the counter medications that we have every day that your pets can be used easily, quickly and effectively take care of some diseases? Medications such as Pepto-Bismol or Benedyl?

Well, I'm not knocking modern veterinary medicine orMedicine certainly has its place and it is sometimes necessary, but not as much as we are led to believe.

If your dog has arthritis require the veterinarian would most likely be a routine use of NSAIDs, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, and if this can help with symptoms, but can also open your pet up to other problems, damage to their bodies and makes them vulnerable to serious problems such as cancer.

Stephen F. Sundlof, DVM, Ph.D., director of the Food and DrugManagement of the Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has to say about this NSAID;

NSAIDs have a risk of side effects or side effects. Most side effects are mild, but some may be serious, especially if the drugs used for labeling. Some reactions result in permanent damage or even death.

'E' for pet owners to be aware of the risks and benefits of all medications, including NSAIDs important so they can make informed decisions about their pets'Health, "says Sundlof. Owners who give their dog NSAIDs need to know the side effects on the need for their pet to see a given medical treatment. "
The most common side effects of NSAIDs include vomiting, anorexia, depression, lethargy and diarrhea. Serious side effects are gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, perforations, kidney damage and liver problems. You know that you can effectively treat canine arthritis at home? The addition of supplements such asglucosomine and omega-3 fatty acids are very useful, such as vitamins C and E and aspirin together for the benefit of all. Massage and acupressure work and, of course, have always fluid from each with six pound puppy is certainly instrumental. These are just a few "prescriptions'for an arthritic dogs and none of them are harmful and that it is extremely doubtful that you ever heard the vet told you.

So, for your pets health, think about going natural! It couldand extend the life of his life.