Building Your Pet’s Immunity This Winter…

One thing I’ve learned this winter is that our own pets get colds and flus no different than their owners. I know this because my poor little man, Mowgli, came home from a weekend at the kennel with a productive cough, stuffy nose, fever, and bloodshot eyes. Of course I was incredibly worried, and after some research my nerves were calmed down. Poor little guy was fighting the common cold, only for our fur babies these common colds can last a significant amount of time. Naturally I consulted some veterinarian friends and they confirmed that this is not uncommon after spending a night at a boarding facility. I was most concerned with whether or not this was to be expected EVERY time I’d take him overnight, or if this was something other animals could catch from my little guy. Turns out both answers are a yes.

In order to help prevent future problems, I spoke with my number one naturopath who advised some essential oils to be used prior to any visit to a kennel. These specific oils help guard the body and increase the immune system. In addition my pup gets adjusted before and after his visit, not only for his immune system health, but for his musculoskeletal system help. Those pups can be rough out there and it’s best to get him checked afterwards to avoid any long-standing issues.

The best ways to prevent the cold this season in your pet is to be very conscious of their activities, monitor their eating habits, and playtime. If they seem rundown it’s always in their best interest to increase vitamin C intake as well as colloidal silver. Any citrus essential oil is a nice way to boost the immune system, and of course getting adjusted helps to ensure the nervous system is functioning at an optimum, thus allowing the immune system to work at its full potential. When in doubt, consult your veterinarian and keep in mind there are alternative ways to help your pet be healthy!