http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/ear_infection3.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/ear_infection3.rss Home Remedies to Cure Ear Infection in Cats and Dogs. Mon, 13 Feb 12 02:21:06 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=AWV_72395 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss1 Thu, 26 Jan 12 10:05:50 -0600 [YEA] Nancy from San Diego, Ca writes: "WOW... This site has been a godsend. My shihtzu has had chronic skin issues and ear infections for years. His skin has been managable lately but his ears never seem to clear up even after 2 weeks of a daily dose of ear antibiotics. I took him off the ears meds and started him on acidophilus mixed with fish oil on sunday-01/22/12. I also started wiping his ears with a 50/50 ratio of white vinegar and water. His ears are clearing up!!! I'm not sure if its the acidophilus, the vinegar or both. He's still doing a lot of paw licking at night around bedtime, of course, but not near as much licking during the day. I've given him plain yogurt a couple of times, also, but it's tough convincing him to eat it. I plan on buying raw, organic Apple Cider Vinegar this weekend so that I can really soak his paws and see how that works. I also plan on gradually adding to his water. If anyone has comments or suggestions please feel free to e-mail me at nancy.nash(at)cox.net. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_68343 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss2 Sat, 03 Dec 11 08:20:38 -0600 [NAY] Concerneddogowner from Salescity, United States writes: "HORRIBLE! I used this "remedy" on my Chorkie puppy because he was scratching at his ears and shaking his head and would make himself holler. Well I did this prior to taking him to the vet hoping that it would lessen his symptoms in the mean time. Well I started with the first ear and my puppy screamed so loudly I knew I had hurt him. He shook his head ran around rubbed his head on every surface around. Finally get him to the vet for his appointment and he fought with the vet when she went to look at his ear. He is now apparently traumatized by the experience with ACV wash. Now even when I try to put in the medicine that the vet prescribed my husband has to hold my poor puppy down because he is so scared it might be the ACV going into his ear again. THIS IS A NO GO SYSTEM for dogs. Just keep in mind that your dog might react in the same way mine did to the treatment. Be careful and think about what you are about to try before you do it. It could cause your puppy to have a traumatic experience that may result in fear of anything coming close to his ears. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=OTC_67692 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss3 Fri, 25 Nov 11 15:55:36 -0600 [YEA] Susie from Exeter, Ca. writes: "Used this on my poodles ears, now he can hear. Can the stuff block hearing? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=CS_62622 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss4 Sun, 04 Sep 11 20:07:08 -0500 [YEA] The_specialist from Atlanta, Ga writes: "My dogs had has ear infections and I was able to heal them in just 2 days with colloidal silver. Just a few drops in the infected ear, and in 48 hours, the ear infection was gone. It has happened several times and it works all the time. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=DMSO_61147 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss5 Fri, 12 Aug 11 22:54:29 -0500 Colleen from Greenwich, Ny, Us writes: "My cocker spaniel has had ear infections forever and I was wondering if anybody has ever used DMSO (dimethyl sulphoxide) to treat it? I think I'm going to try it on a q-tip after I clean her ears. I would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=DMV_60371 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss6 Sun, 31 Jul 11 17:05:02 -0500 [YEA] Joeybluesmom from San Diego, Ca writes: "Oh my goodness, I just have to get on here and say thank you for this website!!!!!! I thought my dog was going deaf. He hadn't been able to respond to anything for about 5 days and I just thought it was old age... My dog is currently on Tom's mange treatment and just developed a nasty ear infection of which at the age of 11 he has never had. Poor guy. So, I jumped on earth clinic to see if there was a cure for ear infections that I could do from home. Sure enough, vinegar and water! Go figure. So, I made a 50/50 solution of the white distilled and water and used a medicine dropper and filled his ear with it. I rubbed that hollow area from the outside for a few seconds and let him shake his head to get the excess out. And guess what? Within a few minutes he was responding to everything we said! I almost cried. I've never been so happy to hear my dog growl and bark when we say "Here, Kitty kitty"!! There are no words. My heart is so happy right now. If I hadn't seen it myself, I'm not sure I would have believed it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=RN_58275 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss7 Wed, 22 Jun 11 21:56:53 -0500 Corky from Manhattan, Kansas / Usa writes: "I have a 63 pound supposed to be pit bull, looks like a stafford, girl who is just a big baby. Used to get ear infections. Started her on a raw diet per my daughter who has two Boer Boels. Have not had ear infections since. Until now. I think my son fed her something. I tried ACV mixture, and the white vinegar mixture. Then I tried the monostat 3 day remedy. She broke out in hives and I didn't know what to do. I did get in the 3 days but every time I thought I was killing my dog. Her ears do look a lot better, she isn't biting her feet as much, although she has always done that to a degree. I almost took her to vet last night. She just acted miserable night before last. I had an appointment, but when I got home from work last night she was better. She is still lethargic. I've stopped everything now. She has had 3 helpings, 1 cup each, of the plain yogurt but I am stopping that after reading about the dog who died from bloat. I might feed her a little bit in the future but that scared me. And I don't know that 1 cup "how many times" is right??, I just remember reading 1 cup somewhere. I so enjoy reading all this input from people. Good to know you are not alone. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACVMH_54924 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss8 Fri, 15 Apr 11 11:48:49 -0500 [YEA] Jan from Downers Grove, Il writes: "My shizh-tzu had ear pain so bad he yelped at the slightest touch. He would scratch at it and whine in pain and then shake his head. I always treat his ears after his bath with tea tree oil/water, and tried just plain tea tree oil a few times, to no avail. Then remembered the Manuka Wound Honey I had just purchased, so I squirted a glob in his ear. Of course, it didn't go inside to well, so I followed it with 2 good sprays of apple cider vinegar, which washed it down into the ear canal. I massaged his ear for about a minute to work in well, then used a damp paper towel to remove most of the sticky residue around the outside of his ear. He shook his head once or twice, some brown crud came out, which I wiped away, and he has been fine ever since! It has been 3 days, and no more scratching, shaking or pain! That is way faster than any antibiotic, which requires 2-3 applications a day for several weeks. I'm so thrilled to find something so healthy that works so perfectly, and for almost no expense at all! Win-win! ;D! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_53717 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss9 Fri, 18 Mar 11 20:48:06 -0500 Michael Ratcliffe from Victoria , B.c. Canada writes: "hello my poddle-shih x has had cronic ear infections since she came into my life two years ago. Ive dealt with ear infections with other dogs as well. My sugestion for anyone trying a new holistic remidy for a dogs ear would be to start with your solution 20-80 20 Apple Cider Vinegar/ 80 h20. See if ther is pain or too much iritation then try 40-60 however dont go and flush the poor dogs ear 5 times in a row. Try a test every 24 hrs perhaps. I apreciate everyones coments. Im gonna put my idea to work. ill let you all know .m " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=RN_52878 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss10 Fri, 25 Feb 11 22:32:12 -0600 Winterhawke from Spokane, Washington writes: "Greetings to All I need your help and so ask the members, readers, of this valuable website, to contibute their expertise in order to help me to provide comfort for my aging feline friend during her last days (months, or years, I hope). Please read further and help me to accomplish that. The problem: A chronic ear condition that seems untreatable by various medications prescribe by 3 veterinarians, my treatment using a few natural remedies (such as vinegar solutions) The condition has been in existence almost 2 years. She is in great discomfort and I must help her but am clueless as to where to turn to next. Details and her med. History: She is a 15 year old calico female in her autumn years, inside only, diet of superior grade cat food, and nothing that is not cat safe to ingest. She has a normal appetite no other signs or symptoms and seems content except for the constant discomfort caused by her ear condition. Her vaccinations up to date and she has always been cared for excellently. She is also my certified therapeutic animal by the state of Washington whose role is to improve my mental well-being and she does that immeasurably and more. Her left ear (only) has had a chronic ear "infection", or condition for nearly two years. What she has been treated with etc: I am very low income, but since she has been my beloved companion for 15 years, I have scraped up the funds to see 3 different vets in 2 years. Each vet prescribed a different ear medication. None have addressed her malady at all. In fact, the last vet prescribed a very effective (in most cases)broad spectrum medication, Gentamicin. It had no effect. This is worrisome as Gent is effective against all of the ear pathogens that I have ever heard of. By the way, I was a vet tech for years, and so have greater knowledge of cats and ear conditions. I have never seen anything like this in a cat. The last vet, a knowledgeable man, told me that some cats can will develop chronic ear and untreatable ear conditions. Thus, there is no cure known. There is a very expensive lab test called a culture and sensitivity test that finds the identity of the organism and also what drugs kill it. However, that vet told me that I could go to the expense of that test and still come up with an unknown organism or one having no drug effective against it. I must find something that works because hers is causing her great discomfort as she flicks her ear constantly, shakes her head, and does all of those behaviors that we cat owners know mean that our cat is in distress/pain such as hiding, etc. So, her ear condition is detracting from her, previous, positive quality of life as well as mine. Details about the condition: There is constant fluid coming out of her ear that is very wet and is dark brown in color. There is no odor. The exudate does not resemble ear mite debris that I quite familiar with seeing it so often in my vet tech years. The last vet examine her ear canal with an otoscope and saw no evidence of ear mites. The condition has remained only in her left year, has not spread to her right and has not spread to my two other cats who come in close contact with her. What I have tried: 2 prescription medication for 2 other vets. Gentamicin, a broad spectrum antibiotic/anti everything including yeasts, etc. prescribed by the 3rd vet. A white vinegar solution AND then an apple cider vinegar solution that I instilled into that ear with no change in its severity. An OTC solution containing 2 natural enzymes along with .5 % hydrocortisone. This solution comes with reputable recommendations as a when all else fails treatment. I think that that this treatment may have made her condition worse. I say this as I have been told by doctors/vets that hydrocortisone is contraindicated when there is a pathogen involved as hydrocotisone, an anti-inflammatory drug impairs the body's natural inflammatory response which is the same mechanism that kills foreign invaders and so the microbes flourish unchecked. The final treatment that I have tried: Praying to the universe that this thing goes away as seeing her in discomfort and being powerless to help her during a time when she so deserves her days to be warm and contented is painful for me to witness. I am at the end of my rope and so ask for assistance from anyone out there who has an idea to try, etc. Any info that you can provide me to improve her quality of life would be more appreciated than you will ever know. Thank you for reading my plea and for including pet information on your wonderful website. Winterhawke Spokane WA" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=GARLIC_50581 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss11 Tue, 04 Jan 11 17:53:49 -0600 Malcolm from Chapel Hill , North Carolina writes: "Since onion is bad for a dog, is garlic oil in the ear also bad? I ask this since I have had great results with garlic oil for ear infections in my boys when they were little. I have given my children a few drops of garlic oil in the ears when they've had bacterial ear infections (I pierce a garlic oil gel tab and squeeze a few drops into the ear canal). Would this be okay for a dog? Dr. Weil states that garlic is a natural antibiotic." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=RF_49531 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss12 Wed, 08 Dec 10 22:37:43 -0600 Pawpads from Los Angeles, Ca writes: "You should not be putting anything in your cats ear, that you have no idea what your diagnoses is. TAKE YOUR CAT TO A VET!!! Especially alcohol, and straight vinegar.... You should be cleaning your cats ear if they are extremely waxy twice a week with a cotton ball, dampened with nothing more toxic than a quarter cup of distilled vinegar, and warm distilled water... And do not go deep into the ears... You can do extreme damage... If you don't get it all the first time, go back in a day and do it gently again. If there is too much goo go the the daggone VET!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=AVOID_46537 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss13 Wed, 22 Sep 10 11:31:24 -0500 [SIDE EFFECTS] Dixiechick from Lakeland, Fl writes: "I just discovered something alarming about canned dog food. One of my dogs is 5 yrs. Old and has never had an ear infection or ear problem. I just recently converted both of my dogs to a wheat-free and corn-free diet. I switched them both to Dick Van Patten's Natural Balance L.I.D. Food. Everything was fine until I purchased their canned dog food to add to the dry food. The dog with the ear infection wouldn't eat unless I added something, so that's why I purchased the canned food. She got a severe ear infection 5 days after consumming the canned food. I tried ACV and MMS. They did nothing. My neighbor had this same exact problem with his dog. Last year his dog was rushed to the vet with the same symptoms. His dog was being fed dry dog food with Alpo canned food. I never saw the correlation until it happened to my dog. Symptoms start as head shaking, then tiny bumps in the ear, then redness, inflammation, then pus. Also included were nose rubbing, scratching, coughing, eye swelling. The symptoms started on the day after eating the food and progressed to the fifth day with full blown redness, inflammation, pus, eye swelling, cough. It was unbelievable. Went to the vet for treatment. Dog is currently recovering with home made food and meds. My neighbor's dog and my dog are officially off canned dog food. His dog recovered nicely. There is something in canned dog food that is causing ear infections. It may not happen with every dog, but if your dog is sensitive you need to avoid canned dog food. It doesn't matter what brand, whether premium or low grade canned dog food. I saw it first hand using a premium L. I. D. Food. That's limited ingredient diet." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_45866 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss14 Sun, 05 Sep 10 22:27:39 -0500 [WARNING!] Tsmom from Boston, Ma Usa writes: "WARNING: After 12 days of my 45 lb dog's dog's ear infection, I put about 8 drops of 50% AC vinegar/50% water solution into the ear. It bothered her so much she shook her head for 25 minutes, resulting in a very large hematoma (swelling) covering 2/3 of her ear. It looked like she would need surgery for this. Luckily it resolved, but my holistic vet said that ACV can aggravate an ear infection. Be careful with ACV for very inflammed ears." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_42954 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss15 Sun, 06 Jun 10 19:38:21 -0500 [YEA] Gilby from Santa Clara, California writes: "I just wanted to say to the "Pepole" who support this web site are "AwSoMe" and thank you for all the information on this site. My cat had an ear infection and I tryed the ACV treament, WOW, it works great.my cat is not drooling anymore, which is signs of infection in the ears and gums.again thank you Gilby (Cat Daddy)" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_42336 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss16 Thu, 20 May 10 09:48:06 -0500 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Denise from North Branford, Ct writes: "dog with ear deterioration My 6yo german shepard was diagnosed with ear margin dermatitis, allergies, yeast and bacteria in ears. One vet told me he may have to amputate her ears and gave her lots of meds, the naturopathic vet started her on a natural anti-inflammatory and a few other remedies--neither cured the underlying problem. I started using 1tbsp of ACV in her food each day about 1 month ago. She no longer is on the meds both vets gave me. Her ears are not completely healed but they are no longer bleeding and appear to be healing slowly. She also has not had diarrhea. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ANTIBIOTIC-DROPS_41541 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss17 Mon, 26 Apr 10 10:32:18 -0500 [YEA] Sp from Nashville, Tn writes: "The only thing that worked for my dog's ear infection was the antibiotic drop from our Vet. I'm so glad he took him to the vet. This is just our story. My Maltese poodle's both ears got infected and had dark brown gunk coming out. I have tried different remedies mentioned here to clear my dog's ear infection. I tried the ACV flush, ACV Alcohol solution, Coconut Oil, aloe vera jel, the witch hazel, etc. It worked temporary and some didn't work at all. So after a 2.5 months, his ears were still red and had dark gunk coming out. I finally took him to the Vet who gave us an antibiotic ear drop. In less than 3 days, I could see my dog was feel better and his ear looked better. We used the drops 2 times/day for 7 days and his ear cleared up completely. The Vet bill and cost of the 1 oz drop was $40, it was so worth it to see him feel better. I wish I had taken him to the vet sooner. He was suffering for too long while I was trying to figure out what would worked for him. So far it has been 3 months and he has no ear problems. Our Vet did recommend using vinegar/warm water solution to flush his ears as a preventive treatment. And I have been flushing my dog's ears with vinegar/water solution every 2 wks. We still have the ear drops to use if the infection comes back. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_38211 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss18 Sun, 31 Jan 10 13:47:40 -0600 Charlie from San Jose, Ca writes: "Hello - My dog woke up this morning with an ear infection. She's a 9 year old black lab mutt that hasn't had an ear infection in over 8 years. I'm trying the ACV mixture, but how many times a day do I squirt the mixture in her ears? Thank you!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=RAVS_38080 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss19 Thu, 28 Jan 10 10:15:25 -0600 [YEA] Jp4120 from Phila., Pa writes: "cure for dog ear infections this works perfectly for my dogs after many wasted trips to the vet and many useless expensive drug treatments [Recipe found on the web] * 16 Oz. Isopropyl Alcohol * 4 Tablespoons Boric Acid Powder * 16 Drops Gentian Violet Solution 1% Mix together in alcohol bottle and shake well. You also will need to shake solution every time you use it to disperse the Boric Acid Powder. To use, purchase the "Clairol" type plastic bottle to dispense solution to affected ears. TREATMENT: Evaluate condition of ears before treating and if very inflamed and sore do not attempt to pull hair or clean out ear at all. Wait until inflammation has subsided which will be about 2 days. Shake the bottle each time before using. Flood the ear with solution (gently squirt bottle), massage gently to the count of 60, wipe with a tissue. Flood again on first treatment, wipe with a tissue and leave alone without massage. The dog will shake out the excess, which can be wiped with a tissue. Best done outside wearing old clothes, as the Gentian Violet does stain fabrics. The SCHEDULE of treatment is as follows: Treat 2x per day for the first week to two weeks depending upon severity of ears. Treat 1x per day for the next 1-2 weeks. Treat 1x per month (or even less frequently, depending on the dog). All of these ingredients should be available at a pharmacy. Despite the alcohol, most dogs will not object to even the first treatment. The Boric Acid Powder soothes the ear. The Gentian Violet Solution is an anti-infection agent. The solution appears to work well on any and all ear problems from mites to wax to canker. After the 2nd or 3rd day you can clean out the ear with a Q-tip or cotton balls. Their success rate for this treatment is 95-99%. Those who do not succeed have usually not done the treatment long enough or have not been regular about it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACVG_37898 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss20 Sun, 24 Jan 10 21:33:13 -0600 [YEA] Katupatree from Ottawa, On Canada writes: "Ear problems When my Irish Wolfhound puppy has a waxy smelly ear problem, I use ACV glycerine instead of water. Glycerine is anhydrous and therefore absorbs the water in the ACV and is itself readily absorbed by the skin. This keeps the ear dry and prevents a moist "squishy" ear, which is an ideal environment for bacteria and such. This goes back decades to when my very young son was swimming a lot and got an ear infection. The pediatrician suggested it... Works like a charm! http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_the_use_of_glycerine " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_36398 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss21 Tue, 22 Dec 09 09:48:37 -0600 [YEA] Eric from League City, Texas writes: "dog ear solution it really works!!!! the apple cider vin, work in two days for my pit with his clipped ears ear infections are a normal thing after $$$ at the vet i tried it and he doesn't scratch at his ears or shake his head all the time. plus i use the ear dropper to shoot it down his throat and his winter pains are gone too.. its like having my puppy back... he hates the taste and i put alot in his ears and make him sit there for a half a min at least but its so worth the results and him being happy again!!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_36048 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss22 Sat, 12 Dec 09 15:51:19 -0600 [SIDE EFFECTS] Donna from Cape Breton, Canada writes: "We have a long haired 10 year old cat that has had chronic ear infections all her life. Vets have told us that it is a yeast infection, not mites. Same story as everyone else. Many vet visits and much $$$ later, no relief. I read about Apple Cider Vinegar and tried some in her ear last night. Just a couple of drops of organic ACV. I didn't dilute it with water - didn't read the posts on this site until after I had done it. It was clearly painful for her and I felt terrible so I'm hesitant to try it again. Would diluting it have made a difference in the how much it would sting? Her ear is red, hot and has some scratches from her constant digging at it. I was wondering if I could use Traumeel Gel for a few days to help with the inflammation and scratches so that if I use the ACV again it won't sting her as much. Also wondering about witch hazel. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=METHYLATEDSPIRITS_35880 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss23 Tue, 08 Dec 09 13:29:22 -0600 [YEA] Mel from Sydney, Nsw writes: "Brown discharge in ear - yeast infection My vet suggested using cotton wool dipped in methylated spirits and wiping your dog's inner ears. Helps to dry the ears out and acts as an antiseptic. Apply whenever ears have the brown discharge. Dogs won't like the smell, but it definitely helps to alleviate the discomfort of itchy ears " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_34738 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss24 Tue, 10 Nov 09 12:08:07 -0600 [YEA] Jessica from Arlington, Va writes: "After coming home to find my cat lethargic and disinterested in food & water, I realized his left ear was causing him extreme amounts of pain. I searched online for advice as I wasn't interested in an expensive vet bill and unnecessary tests. I stumbled upon the posts for Apple Cider Vinegar and tried it on my cat. I mixed one cap of ACV with one cap of tepid water, placed in an infant ear irrigator and squeezed as much as my cat would allow into the ear, massaging the area when possible. He wasn't a fan of the process, however, after one day he was purring and eating again. After 2.5 days, the infection released and drained. After 3 days, he's pretty much back to normal. Thank you! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/ear_infection.html&name=ACV_34734 /Pets/ear_infection3.rss25 Tue, 10 Nov 09 12:03:26 -0600 [YEA] Cindy from Barry, Texas writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar works wonders! I have a 3yr old chocolate lab that suffered from re-occuring ear infections for over a year ! Many trips to the vet ,surgury for cleaning and prescription drugs ( over a $100 a month ) did not rid my girl of her ear aches ! I decided to search the web ! I found your site .Seems daisy is allergic to corn ! I changed her dog food and she gets 1 teasoon of vinegar a day. Its been 2 weeks and I have my girl back . Daisy has done so well that I give 1 teaspoon ACV to my 9 yr old chocolate lab who suffers from arthritis. Red barely limps now . Just Amazing ! My kids ( Red and Daisy ) now have a new lease on life thanks to this site and ACV!"