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Parasite and Worm Remedies
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02/11/2009: Brian from Barrie, Ontario Canada writes: "Regarding pet parasites, please purchase, "The Cure for All Disease" by Dr. Hulda Regehr Clark. This is a living manual for everyone and their pets. EVERYTHING I have tried in her book , including the Parasite Protocol for humans AND pets, has produced MORE than satisfactory results.It is the most important book I own.The herbs are easy to aquire and CHEAP !!!!!!!!!!Good Luck"
Replies08/08/2011: Sherrie from Fuengirola, Mïaga, Spain replies: "Hi Brian,I have read your post with interest and although I note that it was some time ago that you posted it, I hope you still check in on the forum and will be able to answer my question.
I have found the book you refer to and I wonder if you could tell me if you have tried the 'Zapper' with good results, or have you only had successful results with the herbal remedies?
Thanks in advance,
Regards, Sherrie"
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CAYENNE PEPPER AND RAW GARLIC
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[YEA] 01/31/2007: Vince F writes: "I haven't had a lot of luck with vets, so I try home remedies when I can think of or find them. I think cayenne Might work on worms also. I think Hooks attach, and might not consume it, but it just might make the environment inhospitable. Could try it in food, but better may be in a capsule, so it released in the intestines. I have empty capsules from things I wanted to try working in my stomach, so you could empty one of things you have in capsules, to try it. I'd try it with and without salt. Don't know if salt would make a difference.
Another thing to try is garlic. I had an aquatic turtle that had a tape worm. I think I might have given it to it, by feeding it a fly I killed. They used to sell dried flies as turtle food, and I Thought I'd give it Fresh Food. (( A few days later I see a white tape coming out of it's butt. I didn't want to get near the tank, for fear I might get some water on me, and didn't know if the eggs would be floating. Called a chemist friend who had lots of pets and Asked him if he knew a remedy. Ones in pet store were for mammals, and one cap was for 2 lbs of animal, and the turtle probably weighed a few oz. He kept land tortoises, but had no idea what to try. I pestered him and he remembered that his barber told him his mom used to give them garlic to prevent worms. Had to figure how to get garlic into an aquatic turtle, and put some garlic powder wrapper in a small piece of thin, minute steak, and offered it on a tiny spatula. It ate it and the next day the tape was gone. From my experiences, I like to mix as little as possible with something I am giving, in case it gets mixed in and not as effective. When I needed to take Loads of salt to function in the heat, no matter how much I put on food, it didn't do what taking it straight with water did, so I say, keep it simple if you can when trying something. Garlic inside a capsule would be the simplest if they won't eat it, and don't give an awful lot, since it can thin the blood. "
Replies02/07/2009: Shayanna Stene from Prince George, British Columbia/ Canada replies: "I found out on another website that Garlic can be poisonous to many types of animals like cats for example"
EC: There is a great article about this subject on our Garlic for Dogs page: http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/garlic_for_dogs.html#ARTICLE
08/31/2011: Chrystal from Junction City, Kansas replies: "Just FYI guys I read through this entire post when my dogs had worms and I just wanted everyone to know that I found de-worming meds for dogs over the counter at petmeds.com. I also found them over the counter at the local feed store in the animal health section. I know herbal remedies are best but sometimes just getting the medicine is best for the animal. It was cheap too! I paid 20 bucks for an entire bottle of the stuff and one 120 lb dog (Ihave a great dane and 3 lab mixes) only needs 1 tsp a day for three days! So the bottle will still not be empty after I treat all 4 of my big dogs! Just thought I would help!"
01/20/2012: James from Lagrange, Ga replies: "The day I found out my dogs had tapeworms I took them straight to the Vet. He gave them a dose of the chemical meds that is made to kill tapeworms, then said to bring them back in in two weeks for another dose. So in two weeks they got the follow up dose as directed. The vet told me that the first dose would kill the adult worms, and the follow up was to take care of the newly hatched eggs.But the meds didn't work the vet had instructed me to bring a stool sample upon each visit so he could be sure. He took one look at the sample which was loaded with little tapeworm segments that were still moving alive and well. He said the chemical meds he gave them should have killed them and there wouldn't be any visible segments by the second appointment. He then gave them a higher dose of a different kind of chemical med, and instructed me to come back again in two weeks with another stool sample. We returned to the vet with the same results as last time. The vet said these days the worms are becoming immune to the chemical dewormers, and the meds he used are the only two kinds available that will kill tapeworms in dogs.
He then said the only other option was to try natural remedies because giving them an even higher dose of the chemicals would be unsafe and with no guarantee for success. I believe the vet I use is one of the best because he cares more about the animals welfare than the money. He proved this to me by saying (besides being safer for them a natural cure won't cost you out the ass like these drugs are doing.)
So like everyone should do before trying any new or old cure I did lots of research on different things that were said to kill parasites in dogs and in humans as well. Not that I have tapeworms I just thought it would be better to find something that someone used on a person with no ill effect cause some people will feed anything to a dog and say it is safe. Things like Gunpowder I read that article and thought OMG!!! THAT POOR DOG!!! .... Gunpowder burns the lining of the stomach and intestines leaving them scared and the dog will always be in pain for the rest of his now shortened life.
I came across diatomaceous earth on the wolf creek ranch website. Here is a word from the wise never fully trust the info given on any product if the main place giving the info is also selling the product. I fell for it and bought a 20lb bag of the stuff. The bag I bought also had calcium bentonite clay in it. Which is also said to rid the body of parasites. The site said to give dogs under 100lbs 1/4 teaspoons per dog per day and if no results were shown in ten days to double the dose. Now bare in mind I was taking the stuff myself to see if I had any bad side effects and upping the dose for myself before each time I gave my dogs extra. (yes I love my babies that much) 65 days later we were taking a cup a day yes that is one cup for each dog and one cup for me, and their worms had done nothing but gotten worse. They went from having 5 or 6 tapeworm segments in their morning poop to having 30 to 40 in every poop, I stopped giving them the DE seeing how it is nothing more then a scam for the most part. Yet on the other hand it is a good source of minerals. But it will not kill internal parasites even an idiot could see if I was giving a 60lb dog a full cup which is 192 times the recommended dose with no results there is no hope for the product. And also I would never put this on any animals skin because it will dry and irritate on contact believe me I got it on my hands and arms everyday while preparing their food. By this time their coats were very dull and there skin was flaky. The worms were draining the life out of them.
I had already called around to other Vets in town to see if they had any other chemical meds that my vet didn't carry but they all sell the same thing. This was it for me I had enough so I came up with my own plan of action to me by this time it was WAR!! . And I had lost a lot of ground but I refused to lose the fight. I had some capsules of ginger on hand that I was taking for myself. I counted out 40 of them and took them apart, I then stuffed them with as much fresh ground cayenne pepper as would fit. Then I went to the supermarket and bought the biggest clove of garlic I could find elephant garlic. And by the way I mulled all of this over with my vet before hand and he said this would be safe as long as I didn't do it once a month he then said it would be a good idea to do this twice a year just like I'm describing.
day 1 step 1: I made my dogs fast for one whole day and that night before bed I let them eat as much raw cucumber as they could stand. Raw cucumber seeds will kill parasites. Then I gave them 10 cayenne pills each, and straight to bed we went.
day 2 step 2: I let them munch on cucumber all day as much as they wanted. Then that night before bed. I took the whole big thing of elephant garlic and minced and crushed it till it was a paste I added 4 tablespoons of olive oil and mixed it with two cans of dog food, I also put the ginger powder from the pills in. Then split it between the two of them. My dogs are twins from the same litter and they are the same weight as well. After plenty of water to wash it down I gave them another 10 cayenne pills each, then straight to bed we went.
day 3 step 3: Once again they ate cucumber all day and that night I gave them dry dog food.
day 4 last step. First thing in the morning I gave them each a Child's dose of Castor Oil which is 3 tablespoons mixed with a cup of warm milk. That night they ate more dry food.
Now they have no intestinal parasites and their coats are like show dogs and their skin is in the perfect condition. They have a ton of energy and are even able to think more clearly. I know this because before when they had the worms they acted like they didn't understand any command such as sit, stay, or come. I have raised them their whole life Cesars way. We go on daily walks and practice the basic commands everyday. But when the parasites got bad they didn't care to walk and they wouldn't listen. Now that the war against the parasites is over my Friends are back to their old selves again and they sit and stay with one snap of a finger believe it or not just like Cesar's dog Junior or Daddy.Please know the steps I took was as a last resort and under vet supervision and guidance. Although it worked perfectly and without any side effects remember every dog is different. So it is best to try the vet first then go from there and make sure to do your homework.
Thank you for your time I hope this helps. James"
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[YEA] 07/05/2011: Myrrie from Tremonton, Ut writes: "I just have to share my experience. Growing up in Upstate NY, my father made maple syrup--in the early spring when he was using the work horses for hauling sap-he would always buy a box of chewing tobacco. I think it was honey coated. He split the one box between the two horses. I only remember him doing this one time / year. Work horses are huge probably 2x the size of riding horses... just my experience. They were in great condition, my dad relied on them and never would have given anything that he didn't believe was the best for them."
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[YEA] 07/31/2007: Jay from Westmoreland, TN writes: "if you can get your dog, horse, cat, etc. to eat a small pinch of chewing tobacco it will kill all parasites. The nicotine is a poison and they don't build immunities. Regular wormers have to be rotated."
Replies01/10/2009: Darryl from Deland, Florida replies: "this is for jay. i was wondering about the chewing tobacco for worms.i would like to know how often have you tried this and does it work for whipworms? i heard some people say that it will kill the dog."
01/11/2009: Annie T from Riverside, CT replies: "Ha! More likely the additives in chewing tobacco that would kill a dog than the tobacco itself. But I don't know for sure, never heard about pure tobacco cures."
04/07/2009: Ron from Springfield, Oregon replies: "my cat seems to have a very large tape worm, asked the vet for years to treat and she said my cat was ok, then started perscribing expensive food and meds for what seems to be side effects from the worm, second vet tried the same thing, when i treat my cat with over the counter wormers all her symptems go away for a time, except the extended belly, no more wildly craving food, gulping water to keep the worm happy(i know tape worms require lots of water) no more diareaha(worm poop) no more constipation cat poop robbed of water from the worm, no more watery eyes, i do fear that the worm has gotten to large to kill, am rotating as many meds as i can and will try the tobacco (althogh have heard it only works on round worms) and garlic, already using diatamaious earth. will also try to find a vet to perscribe drontol (spelling)"
[YEA] 06/09/2009: Dee from Toronto, Ontario replies: "Hi, I would just like to say that I know a woman who takes care of the stray cats around our neighborhood. She has been de-worming the cats with tobacco for several years, and it does work. She rips off the tip of her cigarette and puts it in the cats soft food she puts out for them. My guess is that the tobacco has enough poison in it too kill off the worms, and not enough too kill the cat/dog. I don't know how good it is for animals or how much you should give them, but I will tell you that it does work."
[YEA] 07/14/2009: Kevin from Jim Thorpe, PA replies: "Lived on a boarding farm. One person who had two horses there use to give his horses chewing tobacco for worms. I lived there for three years, they always looked happy. Never saw any side effects."
09/27/2009: Ed from Charleston, Wv Usa replies: "I gave my dog some snuff in some cheese. Wondering what is the dosage time and how many times are U supposed to give it to them a day?"
01/10/2010: Carolyn from Kilgore, Texas replies: "To Ed from Charleston. I don't know about dosages for feeding snuff to dogs. I am trying to find that out myself now. But I have read that dogs can't digest cheese. I know it upsets my collie's stomach. I am feeding 4 strays and today found out they have worms. They are unsocialized dogs that will let me feed them but not touch them, so going to the vet is not an option. I am wanting more information on things I can mix with their food, such as tobacco or garlic."
[YEA] 03/04/2010: Dougster_13 from Ironton, Mo replies: "I recently spoke to an old woman who walks her small dog around the neighborhood. She swears by tobacco for treating her dog's intestinal worms. However, I wish to inform the readers of this post that dosing should be started in small quantities, then slowly increased if the dose has no effect.
The woman's dog is a miniature poodle. She treats him with the tobacco of 1/2 a cigarette mixed with his regular dog food. Thank you."
06/21/2010: Lisa from Wichita Falls, Texas replies: "I just wanted to know if EC knew about the chewing tobacco cure for parasites in pets. Does it work? How much or how often should it be given? Can it harm the pet? Thanks!"
07/29/2010: Johnnybadboy from Milwaukee, Wisconsin replies: "I would just like to add a few things. People on this continent have been using tobacco for many centuries. Best is clean tobacco, sun dried and braided. Since most can't get real Indian tobacco, get chewing tobacco. Don't use cigarettes because it is standard practice to add sugar, formaldehyde, ammonia, and a host of other additives. You can bet yer life that the lower the tar and nicotine claims are for a brand of cigarettes, the longer is the list of the additives they have used. It is now known that smoking sugar causes cancer, I doubt that anyone has questions about formaldehyde, or ammonia, as these are toxins by themselves. Since you probably can't get Indian tobacco, and maybe, like me are too lazy, (and worried about re-addiction) to grow it, I have to recommend chewing tobacco as the next best cure. It is loaded with sugar, but, for de-worming, you shouldn't have to use it more than a couple of times. Normal use is ONLY ONCE. Bite off a chaw, chew it, on the cheek side of your teeth, (don't swallow the juice or the leaf) and when you got near a half a mouthful (for medium [Labrador] or big dog), spit the juice in their food. Make sure you gave them something tasty mixed with their dinner. Once has always been enough for me, but, I suppose some parasites could be more resistant. Don't use much at all for a cat or a small dog. You could give them an overdose. Nicotine is a narcotic, gram for gram, stronger than pure heroin. Please pay attention to what I just said and don't be a moron. I don't know about you, but, I'm all about getting that plant out of my mouth, and rinsing it good. Probably still get a buzz. Make sure you let you get ready to let your pet out, or have a clean litter-box on hand. Sometimes it can sorta speed things up, if you understand what I am saying, but, ALL creatures are different. Please remember, all plants have spirits, and should be respected, or they will harm us, even take our lives. Respect them, and use them properly, and they will respect you. Asking Your Creator for help, is not a bad idea, and then giving proper thanks when the cure comes, and doing a good deed is the way of harmony. Again, don't overdose your animals. If one spit of tobacco juice is enough for a full grown lab, it won't be much at all, for a smaller animal like a cat, or what (begging your pardon) I "used to call a poor excuse for a dog." In traditional culture, people know to pay or otherwise take care of their medicine people. I am asking you to plant a tree, native to your area and tend it. Bless you, and may you all be well."
08/06/2010: Fruitbox5 from Los Angeles, Ca, Usa replies: "Regarding tobacco for dog's worms, you might also consider rolling tobacco which is usually not subject to the chemical additives of tobacco in cigarettes. I am treating my dog by putting rolling tobacco in cream cheese to disguise its taste. Will report on results."
[YEA] 09/18/2010: Jeanne from Los Angeles, California, U.s. replies: "Well the nicotine seems to work well against worms in my dog. Am very pleased to not have to go the pan***e route, which is the chemical the vet prescribes for worms in dogs."
09/22/2010: George from Bunnell, Florida replies: "I don't know if I believe any of this. I have chewed tobacco (CHEWING TOBACCO) for the past 30 years. I swallow all of the juice and typically whatever is left of the wad when I'm done. I'm not sure of my intestinal parasites, but I have had two hookworm infections persisting throughout the summer. I'm waiting to see if they die, but the itching is driving me nuts. I'll give it another week or so, but I'm close to ordering the meds."
09/25/2010: Hannah from Walhalla, Sc replies: "To George from bunell.... You have to remember that a human is different from a animal, In addition to this, plants do have spirits, despite what many may say. Doing it for pleasure vs. Healing will only cause the opposite effect desired. Furthermore, having had chewed it for 30 years is obviously going to cause an immunity. This is plants should be consumed for necessity vs. Pleasure. You never know when you may be required to call upon its healing qualities."
[YEA] 02/18/2011: Oddrdhd from Louisville, Ky replies: "About 5 years ago, one of my cats fell quite ill. She was an indoor and outdoor cat and I figured she might have a parasite. Constant Diarrhea, extreme weightloss, etc. So 15 Vets and thousands of dollars later, no one could tell me why my cat was dying. I finally spoke to an herbalist in desperation. She told me that there is a blood parasite that rarely shows up in their tests and causes exactly those symptoms.
Following her advice, I bought a packet of chewing tobacco (as organic as possible). I soaked 1 tablespoon of tobacco in a shot glass of water. I then filled one entire syringe (without the needle) and shot this down my cat's throat once a day. I saw results in 3 days. Obviously the larger the animal, the larger the dose required. As a result the Diarrhea stopped, her labored breathing became normal, she retained fluids, etc. I only continued this for 2 weeks although you can go longer without harm to the animal. Within a month my cat had almost put all of her initial weight back and was healthy.
The herbalist mentioned that in some cases if the parasites are extreme and they are not recovering quickly, place a pinch of cayanne pepper in water and administer the same way. MAKE SURE YOU FOLLOW THIS WITH THE TOBACCO WATER. The cayanne will help dislodge and "rile up" the parasites, but without the tobacco to anesthetize them, your pet cannot pass them.
I am not a vet, but in some cases they don't know everything. In this case a simple cure saved a life."
02/19/2011: Dixiechicdana from Preston, Mn replies: "Thank you for the remedy oddrdhd. I have 4 cats that are my daughters and can't afford the tape worm tabs for all as they are expensive. I am going to try this remedy today."
05/06/2011: Kezune from Kitanakagusuku, Okinawa, Japan replies: "I found a lost puppy early April this year and he's been the love of my life. When I took him to the vet the day that I found him, he was given a dewormer and he released worms for about a week. He showed no ill effects and then the worms just sort of disappeared.I've sprayed the yard with pesticide since then to attempt to kill the eggs and worms that were left in the yard.
However, just today he started releasing adult worms again and is very tired and has diarrhea. My husband has the car today and I can't call him since he's diving so, unless he can bring the car back before the vet's walk-in hours, I'll give this a try. I'll be back with the result if I do!"
12/28/2011: Bigdaddy from Fort Myers, Fl 33950 replies: "The poster above who said that nicotine was a narcotic is DEAD WRONG. Nicotine is a stimulatant. That is why it initally causes flushing, sweats, and heart palipitations {mild}. Once your body gets used to the nicotine, these effects go away. It being a stimulant is also why tobacco acts a "diet aid", it curbs your appetite. Nicotine constricts your blood vessels too, rising your blood pressure a little. Workers use it toward the end of the day to perk up and re-energize.Saying that nicotine is stronger than morphine, or even a narcotic is just BS. It isn't either one. I have no doubts tobacco can be used for MANY ailments, it has been used in folk medicine for centuries. Use "twist" chewing tobacco or the old scotch type snuff {powdered tobacco}. Neither have any additives, they are PURE PLANT TOBACCO, and ideal for use as a remedy. They make great poultices too."
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[YEA] 10/29/2011: Leila from Hilo, Hawaii writes: "A week ago my cat had horrific fleas and worms in his stool. I had tried many things and finally resorted to frontline and a deworming pill. My poor kitty went from active and cuddly to dead tired, dull eyed, and too weak to purr. I was so worried when he still wasn't better three days later, and finally I thought to give him some clay to suck out the poison. I suspect the deworming pills and frontline were just too much for him. That night he started purring again, and by the next morning he was back to his old self! I suspect lead poisoning in the deworming pills. I had also been spraying him with garlic for his fleas, which is very poisonous I found out now. He's better now anyway. I used green clay powder and mixed it in with some seaweed water and tuna so he'd eat it and get lots of water. Make sure he drinks lots of water after eating clay the next day! I know it'll help your animals, too!"
Replies11/03/2011: Mycatsownme from Glendale, Ca, Usa replies: "I wonder if the clay didn't provide some B vitamins too? Cats are supposed to be more prone to parasites when they lack proper B vitamins particularly B1."
12/12/2011: Kd from Pl, Texas, Usa replies: "Next time try diatomaceous earth internally for the worms and outside for the fleas! It's non toxic, but don't you or them breath it as it is irritating to the lungs."
01/21/2012: Mr. Greenjeans from Tumum, Wa replies: "I have tried garlic for dewormer on my akita border mix, seemed to work for a while but then the worms took over. Meanwhile I was working on processing some terra cotta clay for some project, I had a stainless steel bowl with water in it for washing the clay off of my hands and tools. The bowl sat in the mud room, and I caught the dog drinking the water. I stopped her and told her it was no good, but I still left it there and later I came back to find she had not only drank the water but had also eaten the heavy clay out of the bottom of the bowl. She cleaned it!So the dog took it upon itself to eat the clay. I will wait and see if the worms go away. Maybe the dog knows Best! I will try to post the results of my observation."
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[YEA] 12/23/2006: Jody from OH writes: "Dimataceous earth, not sure about the spelling on that... If you add a tbsp of dimataceous earth to an adult dog's, and a tsp to a puppy's food on a daily basis you will eliminate most parasites. You also can rub it into their fur for flea control as well. I have a kennel and have used this method for a long time and it works well."
Replies[YEA] 07/28/2009: flicka_sugar from Pahrump, Nevada replies: "I use diatamaceous earth (or dirt as I affectionately call it) with all my animals. I have horses and cattle who get 1oz/day in the spring and fall and 2oz/day in the summer to help with fly control. The nice side benefit is I also have less problems with parasites when they are on this. I also give it to my pigs, goats, sheep, chickens, geese, alpacas, dogs, and cats. it works great and the farrier even comments on how little pest problems we have compared to other farms, which is nice to have few flies with all the animals. Also because of the effect on parasites and our local weather I only have to strongly deworm about 2x per year instead of deworming every 8 weeks for the horses and such."
[YEA] 04/10/2010: Patti from Coconut Creek, Fl replies: "I wanted to add I give my horses and dog DE for parasite control. I've taken it myself from time to time, too. It's very important to know that there is a Food Grade DE ....and there is diatomaceous earth product that is sold for use in pool filters. That product is toxic. Be sure to buy Food Grade diatomaceous earth."
[YEA] 05/09/2010: Lithrassa from Los Angeles, California replies: "my dog is susceptible to tapeworms, even with flea medicine. he's 6 and gets tapeworms once, sometimes twice, a year. i was tired of spending $75.00 each time i went to the vet for the pill. plus, i wanted to give him a natural treatment. i tried the pumpkin seeds and they worked okay. i read about diatomaceous earth and thought i'd try it. i'm so glad i did! it worked wonders. my dog is 90 lbs. so i gave him 2 heaping tablespoons in his food and later that day his stool had pieces of dead tapeworms and 1 live one. the next day i gave him 1 tablespoon and later that day his stool had only dead pieces. the third day (today) his stool was clean. so it only took two days. i gave him another tablespoon today just to be safe and i think i'll continue for another day or two just to clean out his system, but thank you for this wonderful suggestion. oh, and it costs just cents per tablespoon! nice bonus."
06/21/2010: Cassi from San Antonio, Texas replies: "Hi I read your response to the Diatomaceous Earth remedy for worms, and I was wondering, where can one buy DE at? My kitty who is about 5 or so weeks old has worms :("
08/03/2010: Vcanfield from San Antonio, Texas replies: "I live in San Antonio. You can get diatomaceous earth at feed stores. They carry dewormers as well."
[NAY] 01/24/2011: Angela from Scotia, Ny, Usa replies: "I gave my cat diatamatious earth for her worm problem. She seemed to get sick and was hacking and coughung alot. So I quit giving it to her. It didnt bother my other two cats at all. Does that mean that it was doing its job??? PLEASE HELP ME FIGURE THIS OUT"
[WARNING!] 01/28/2011: Kcin Ar from Russellville, Ar Usa replies: "To Angela from Scotia, Ny, Usa- PLEASE never give your kitties diatomaceous earth!! I understand it can be inhaled and since it's like tiny microscopic shards of glass, it gets stuck in their lungs! I've heard of people who dusted their cat for fleas with it and it killed the cat!"
04/16/2011: Teresa from Gulfport, Ms/usa replies: "DE is available in food grade. I've given to my chihuahua with no problems! Found in most garden centers."
05/16/2011: Mirra from Cullowhee, Nc replies: "Don't worry about your kitties inhaling the earth if you properly mix it in with wet food. It's fine."
05/21/2011: Jazz from Blackpool, United Kingdom replies: "Yes it means the diatomaceus earth(DE) was working. As the worms die they release toxins, your cat must have a large amount of worms. However DE absorbs the toxins once u start giving DE you should not stop for at least 3 weeks until all the eggs have died."
12/02/2011: Ben from Sacramento, Ca replies: "I sell DE for a living and can tell you that in it's dry form it is EXTREMELY hazardous long term as it is chemically inert and you can not eliminate it from your body if you inhale it. It is perfectly safe when wet and can not poison you in any way unless you (or your pet) swallow massive amounts which will bind together in the presence of muriatic acid, also known as stomach acid and create a very strong "mud.""
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01/01/2011: Desiredoutcome from Mims, Fl, Usa writes: "Garlic for puppy with round worms
I currently don't have the money to take my 9 week old puppy to the vet and I know for sure he has round worms, I believe he puked them up in my bed last night. I've heard that garlic can make him expel them? I don't have fresh garlic on hand but could I use powdered garlic and if so how much would I use and for how long? I just got this puppy and I believe he's had the worms since he was born as they are about 5 inches long. I'm afraid that if I don't do something soon he will die so please any information on this remedy as soon as possible would be greatly appreciated. I don't know what to do and don't have any money to buy wormer, please help!"
Replies[WARNING!] 02/01/2011: Rae from Epworth, Ia, Usa replies: "Dont give the puppy garlic, it is poisonous. You can accidentally make it very sick or kill it.
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2&aid=2414
The best thing you can do for this puppy is to either borrow money from someone or give the dog to someone that can afford to take care of it. Sometimes you can work out a payment plan with your vet.
If the dog is vomitting worms the infestation is likely severe, and you are right, it will die. But killing the puppy to kill the worm is not the way to go."
02/06/2011: Christina from Astoria, Oregon, Usa replies: "Forgive my bluntness - Rae, you're not the sharpest tool in the shed. I've used fresh garlic, a grain or two, in my dog's wet food for every day of her life with me and she's approaching the ripe old age of 16yrs! I've had her since she was 6mons old, you do the math.
It has cut down on fleas - I don't know about the worm though."
04/14/2011: Jennifer from Lamarque, Texas replies: "Im referring to the comment about giving the pet away or borrowing money. I have been breeding pits for years. Back in 2000 I got hurt on the job and could'nt work no more. So at that time I had 3 females and 3 males. I could'nt afford the vet bills for worms. I started mincing up garlic and adding it to their food and have been everyday. I have healthy dogs and puppies. I think it is heartless to tell someone what you did. I have a 12 yr old pit mixed, whos my heart and I have been through her getting ran over and me taking her to put her to sleep. I could'nt do it I turned around and went back to get her. Thank GOD I did. She was 1 then and she will make 13yrs old in October.There is a website called IMOMS.org they are wonderful they help you raise money to get your pets the proper care. Please go check it out. When Felony got ran over they helped me raise the money for her surgery and heart worm treatment right after. I was blessed enough to find a vet who done her surgery for free, so my money was donated back to help another pet in need. Im sorry I went into great details about this, just to let you know that garlic did'nt hurt mine. Plus to let you know there is help and people who care. I would never tell no one to give their pet away:)"
05/21/2011: Jazz from Blackpool, United Kingdom replies: "Yes theres a lot of myths about garlic. It wont hurt your dog if the right amount is given. Just like if it eats a bit of chocolate it also wont kill it."
08/18/2011: Be from South Rockwood, Michigan replies: "As for Rae from Epworth, Ia, Usa replies: "The best thing you can do for this puppy is to either borrow money from someone or give the dog to someone that can afford to take care of it. Sometimes you can work out a payment plan with your vet"I cannot emphasize what an ignorant and short sighted answer this is. We domesticated these animals because they benefit us well beyond being a luxury. The fact that veterinary care has gone up as much (if not more) than human health care is leading to an epidemic of abandoned or euthanized animals in this country. Not to mention, some vets are cashing in worse than doctors today ($180 to spay a cat!!! ). I've become caretaker of a feral cat colony. Even if I were to destroy or rehome each of the seven cats I look out for - the net result is that I'd have a new crop on my property within 3 months. It's a habitat whether I like it or not.
And FYI - since these ferals took up regular residence and maintenance, we have no (river) rats, mice, moles tearing up our landscaping while the groundhogs and rabbit population has diminished substantially. A much better solution to moles than burying poison pellets everywhere in my yard.
If you search around the internet and converse with your local humane society, you can often find lower cost alternatives that will keep your animals healthy and happy and not put you in the poorhouse.
Personally, I'm giving the regular DE a try in my feral colony because I like the concept of breaking the life cycle of the parasites. Many wormers eliminate the problem from he animal but leave the eggs around to be snuffed up by the critter that comes along. I'll report back on DE after 3 or 4 months of regular use."
09/09/2011: Christine from Kingston, Ontario, Canada replies: "The average cost to spay a human is $7000, upwards to $20, 000 in some cases. Less than $200 bucks to spay a cat is actually pretty paltry. Especially considering a veterinarian has the same amount of schooling, and has to learn about several species instead of just one. And the technique, equipment, etc. is pretty darn similar.If something as simple and wide-spread as garlic actually prevented fleas- there wouldn't be so many flea medications on the market. There also would be so many flea infestations. This year seemed especially heinous with the little buggers."
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[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 09/03/2010: Luis from Terra Bella, Ca, Usa writes: "I have a year old Boxer named Rocky! Well yesterday I was taking him on his morning walk so he could do his needs! And idk why but I took a look at his fecal and noticed there were white worms all over it so it concerned me and I realized that's most likely why he was staying so skinny! I got on the computer and started looking up home remedies and came across garlic! It seemed pretty legit and easy so I found some garlic in the freezer! (Minced Garlic In water) I got a big spoon full and put it n a put with 2 cups of water and let it boil a while! Then I got some dog food and mixed the garlic and food together n a jar and let the food get moist! When it cooled down I fed it 2 my dog! He didn't like it much but I made him eat it! I didn't feed him any more yesterday! Well today when I walked him again he did his needs and he through a lot of worms that were about 1/2 foot long! An hour later I took him on another walk and again he through a lot of more 1/2 foot long worms! So my question is now that he is throwing all those worms out does it mean his stomach is being cleaned out ? and how long until thay are all out of him?"
Replies04/27/2011: Mey from Chicago, Il replies: "I have a 3month old pit, could I do what u did to ur dog for worms? She poop 2 of them and they were big. Pls help me with this problem."
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[QUESTION] 12/28/2009: Nanabit from Ocala , Fla. writes: "I have a 6 month old miniature maltese and I JUST NOTICED TINY PINKISH WORMS IN HER POOP. I cant afford a vet right now so how much garlic would I give her. She only weighs about 2 or 3 pounds."
Replies03/21/2010: Tsenmam from Placerville, Ca replies: "Do not feed dogs garlic expecially small ones my little Chihuahua almost died from it! Garlic and onions are poison to dogs!"
EC: Much more about garlic for dogs here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/garlic_for_dogs.html
05/14/2010: Mel from Elkton, Md replies: "Hi,A few Days ago I was looking at this site to help my dog with his constipation. Well I got some answers. I read about acv (which I believe it's a magical thing) anyway. I gave my dog a dose last night, I waited and nothing happened. Around 2 am he woke me up, and I took him out. Tonight I did the same thing, except I sort of put a little bit extra. Took him out. It has been raining here a lot today, so....when he came in, there was a worm, then another OMG he has worms...was my thing. I read all about it and I'm unsure about continue to give him more acv with garlic or should I stop it and just give him garlic?
Anyone has any answers.....? I think he has round worms..he is very small dog.
Thanks for the help"
09/19/2010: Susan from Gallipolis, Oh replies: "Please DO NOT give dogs garlic. It is toxic for them and can cause anemia and death. Especially small dogs. The same for onions. There are too many safe natural worm remedies out there. Please don't take a chance. Make sure to do your homework on anything you give your pet. You wouldn't want something to happen to them because of a misguided cure. You love them or you wouldn't be trying to find ways to help them. :)"
EC: According to many contributors on this site, as well as some vets that we have also heard from, garlic in small quantities is safe for dogs. Read all the feedback here: http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/garlic_for_dogs.html
11/12/2010: Pj from Oc, Ca, Usa replies: "Ginger is a broad range helminthic (dewormer) and anti-parasitic. That is why sushi is always served with sliced ginger. You can get powdered ginger at the health food store and add a pinch to wet food or canned tuna. If your pet doesn't like the smell, mix the ginger into a small amount of wet food and cover it up with more wet food/tuna. Please try this instead of garlic, especially with small dogs or cats."
09/09/2011: Christine from Kingston, Ontario, Canada replies: "When in doubt, scientific studies are most beneficial in determining what is true or false. This study showed that dogs' red blood cell count dropped and there were signs of damage to the red blood cells (Heinz bodies) when fed garlic; compared to a control group that was not fed garlic and showed no such signs.Granted, it is likely a matter of how MUCH garlic is fed, and whether or not the dog has any underlying diseases that could worsen the effects. So, the real question is if you feel the benefit is worth the risk to feed your dog garlic?"
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[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 09/20/2009: Karen from Hampton, Va writes: "Cats and tape worms & fleas
I have been giving my cat a very natural garlic powder in a large amount mised in her food daily twice a day. Of course she acted the first day so childish, sitting at her bowl staring at the food and looking at me as if she was a child pouting. She walk away, but must have gotten very hungry in the night and ate it. out the next day and many days were these dried up tape worms *(which I know are shaped sort of like a grain of rice, but dried up dead as a door knob. ONLY problem was the way she must have gotten these is a friend thought he was being helpful while babysitting my inside cat by taking it outside to eat grass!
She must have gotten flea infested for we have 3 dogs next door, but the garlic didn't kill the fleas. I sent someone to buy me advantage or front-line, but I'm on short term disability and have been for awhile and can't afford. So, I got the cheaper $15 bio something for 3 mos.? Now I'm goign to try and add those 3 fresh garlic cloves minced up in a can of tuna and see what happens? Maybe with the 3 of them it will rid. I know for sue the garlic kills the ugly looking tape worms, but the fleas have to go too 'cause she just keeps licking her butt (yuck) and tail when they aren't dead and I'm sure they are still there. I washed her 3x's before trying this garlic in Adams flea N tic shampoo with NO success.......... onward I march to try the fresh garlic. thanks for home remedies!! :)"
Replies12/26/2009: Kimberly from Muscle Shoals, Al replies: "I have heard that a small amount of white distilled vinegar in your pets water will ward of fleas. found the remedy at 1,001 uses for vinegar website"
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[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 06/21/2009: Amanda from Surrey, BC writes: "I tried garlic on my dog and it may have expelled worms but it also dried out his beautiful shiny coat. The best way to do it is the vet med drontal but you have to deflea medication at the same time or before, cause they'll get worm parasites from the fleas right away again. I also tried the liquid med sold over counter at some pet stores 1/4 of the price and effective."
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02/23/2009: Ramon - SolBlue from Syracuse, N.Y writes: "Have read some about using alittle garlic for worms Heart, Whip etc in dogs. My vet will not help after temperature taken, prostate finger exam and the physical observations of condition he is in. Because I didn't have the $355.00 for 4xrays & a blood exam. He Motley our family home member, guard, friend loving etc. had been on whip worm medication for about two months. Ran out in Sept. 08 and it is now Feb. 23, 08. The last two weeks I noticed a narrowing of his abdomen (between back of ribs too hinds legs). Kept watching with concern and he started developing a whoofing as he had at times clearing out. Although now no expulsion of yellow as when he ate grass and would clear later. So now I'm wondering if the 6"chews were causing problem. Well there has been no blood in stool, or vomiting. altough difficulty at times when excited or responding to someone at door, would start that whoofing, and a noticeable contraction moreso with the breathing and can hear the difficulty also.
So tonite Monday, feb 23, 09 I started a clove of garlic thinly sliced, brocolli steamed, left over that he does eat, 1/2cup skim milk, some chicken that was fried & has a little garlic. Mixed well together & he ate most all. 1hr later I asked him he wanted to go out and he did so. Had a good bowel/color, urinated/(has been more yellowish red?, and came in the house. So now I wait & watch. Hopefully he'll have improved physical attribute in the next day, and contiued good bowel etc. We love him mamma, I and daughter yrs.,17. Motley is a young 10yrs/young/70 dog yrs. He's has held his youth all this time. He is noticebly aging, but I know & can say he is still spirited and can move and let you know.
I'll get back here hopefully 7 let you know what occurs.
Ramon/SolBlue is my performing name Guitar/Singer/Songwriter.
Syracuse, N.Y."
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01/12/2009: Don from Cornwall, Ontario, Canada writes: "Ok I just recently adopted a puppy for a local island reserve, and upon bringing him home he seemed realy happy kinda shy at first, but he plays and bites and growls and actualy uses the potty out side lol , the only thing is i noticed about 2 days ago that he threw up and there was a spegetii like worm in it and i dont realy have all the money to go take him to the vet for a check up than the deworming shots and what not so i am going to try the garlic thing as soon as possible and i will write back to let you know how it worked"
EC: Roundworms!
http://www.dr-dan.com/roundwor.htm
http://hubpages.com/hub/Types-of-worms-affecting-dogs-and-puppies
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[YEA] 07/21/2008: Donyale from Columbus, Ohio writes: "I have 4 wolves. One is a Timber wolf/ German Shepard. The other three are all in the high 90's as far as the wolf. Very little dog if any. About three weeks ago my husband and I thought our babies may have worms. So we took a stool sample to our vet and he told us that all four of the wolves had hookworms. The meds for all four of our wolves would have cost us $65.00 in all for all of them.Now my husband and I are not rich people so I did some nosing around on the internet and read up on Garlic cause a very wise old friend of mine once told me that Garlic can expel worms in dogs and Garlic can also prevent a worm infestation. So before I gave my wolves Garlic I looked it up on the internet and did my research. After two days of research I broke down and went to the store and bought some Fresh Garlic in clove form, came home and gave one clove each of Garlic to the wolves and in four days later in their stool were these live hookworms. Garlic will not kill the hookworms, what happens is that the Garlic cleans out the digestive track, now worms need a unclean place so they can thrive. Now by using Garlic to clean out the digestive track the worm will fall off the intestinal wall.The garlic also makes the blood of your pet taste and smell very foul. In my opinion Garlic is a wonder drug that is not only good for us humans to take daily but it works wonders for our four legged friends as well."
EC: Read much more about Garlic for Dogs here.
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[NAY] 01/05/2008: Veterinarian from Greeley, Colorado writes: "I happened on to a post that suggested garlic would be a safe and effective parasite control remedy in cats. Garlic will cause a Heinz-body anemia in a cat and kill it. I don't appreciate herbal remedies -especially when there is evidence that one is ineffective or dangerous. I believe the site editor should do more research or be more responsible."
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http://www.holisticat.com/garlic_arch1.html
< 23 Dec 99, From Kath >
"Yes indeed, garlic and cats? One I've toyed with long enough. Here in UK Denes, a Natural Remedy and Petfood Company, sell 'Liquid Garlic' for cats (and those others) as a flea repellant (external) and general tonic (internal). I bought some in summer to help with a severe flea infestation.
Had only used it once when I came across the feline futures article and wrote to them:
they confirmed their view that it is not such a good idea and re-directed me to: http://www.felinefuture.com/fact/nutrition/garlic.html for more information.
So I wrote to Denes www.denes.com who, extolling the virtues of garlic, replied: "... use of garlic in cats. While I appreciate your concern, I can assure you that I know of no incidences of garlic causing adverse effects in cats, when used at the recommended dose. On the contrary, there is documented and anecdotal evidence of its benefit in the management of several conditions, including skin problems, digestive disorders and respiratory problems, as well as in the prevention of endo- and ecto-parasites. Our veterinary advisor has many years of experience of using garlic successfully in his practice and I have several books that I regularly use here in the office, all of which extol the virtues of garlic in both cats and dogs. In case you would like to read any of them for yourself, the details are as follows:
FAIRGRIEVE, M. The natural way for dogs and cats. Mainstream Publishing. 1998 ALLPORT, R. Heal your cat the natural way. Mitchell Beazley. 1997 (I have the dog version, but have used the cat version) HOFFMAN, M. The doctor's book of home remedies for dogs and cats. Rodale Press Inc.1996
"The founder of our company, Buster Lloyd Jones, noticed that dogs and cats seek out those herbs that they know, instinctively, will help them when they are ill, garlic among them. However, no product, whether natural or synthetic, can be 100% safe and it should not be taken in excess and only according to manufacturer's instructions. Cats are very discerning animals and do not normally eat those plants that will do them harm. Again, they seem to have an instinct about which ones to avoid, as well as which ones will do them good. Our Liquid Garlic is for external use only and I recommend our Garlic Tablets as a daily supplement to maintain good health and repel fleas. I hope this information puts your mind at rest.
02/17/2009: Jillian from Keeseville, NY replies: "Veterinarians don't like natural remedies of course because they don't stand to make any money from them. If we all continue to educate ourselves on natural remedies they won't make anything from us anymore. Research "vaccinosis" for more information on that. After my dogs near death experience from a reaction to his rabies shot I've gone all natural with my animals food and well being. I rely on garlic for many things and have never seen such healthy, happy dogs and cats in my life I will never go to a vet again unless there are broken bones or blood. Garlic which is on the danger list for dogs is actually one of the most benificial things I have found for my pack. Not to mention my 3 cats one of which is 14 and now in perfect health but did have crystals."
EC: We love this article by Lisa Newman, ND, PH.D. that someone sent in a couple years ago: http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/garlic_for_dogs.html#ARTICLE
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[YEA] 07/31/2007: JoAnn from Manassas, VA/USA writes: "My 7 year old dog (ROXANNE) had been "uncomfortable" with herself for at least 3 weeks and had been "expressing" herself by chewing her feet and humping my beds, sofas and chairs.
On ANY day, it could be successfully argued that ROXANNE is a difficult/high maintenance MUTT (Rottweiler/Russian Shepherd/Basset mix) but, THIS TIME, she kept telling me -- and I had no problem recognizing her message -- that she was actually "in stress".
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Initially, I attributed her discomfort to: (a) bugs (fleas and ticks -- trust me, not the problem), (b) the heat, and perhaps a rash she had developed and needed to "scratch" to the point of creating "sores" on herself; or (c) a food allergy (even though I've been feeding her "people food" -- along with her Science Diet menu -- as a TREAT ever since she was a puppy).
To these ends, I had been both showering and shampooing her (warm) and "hosing her down" (gently; cool) on a bi-daily basis (alternating between "commercial shampoo" and a baking soda/olive oil paste for relief).
In addition, I had been applying AloeVera, Olive Oil, NeoSporan and even some commercial "moisturizers" to her back and "hiney" areas (areas that seemed to be bothering her the most) on a regular basis.
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After all of this and just six (6) days ago, she FINALLY squatted and rubbed her hiney on a patch of grass. My reaction:
Oh, my God! (and OK) She's got WORMS! (poor baby, but "fixable" and controllable!)
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My Grandmother (God rest her soul) actually bred/raised cocker and springer spaniels in her NYC apartment during the 1930's and 1940's. In addition, she would "rescue" any/all strays that may come her way until the day she died (1985).
And one of the most significant (albeit basic) things she ever taught me about treating a dog with parasitic WORMS was to somehow get GARLIC into that dog's system (I know not about cats in this regard, but I can't see any reason why my Grandmother's "formula" wouldn't "work" for cats, too).
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Day 1: I didn't have any clove garlic on hand, so I sprinked powdered garlic over ground beef ("hamburger meat"), cooked it, and fed it to ROXANNE (along with the same carrots, potatoes and peas I had earlier served to my own family).
After HOURS, there was no "appreciable" result.
Day 2: I purchased a GARLIC bulb at my local supermarket, took it home, broke it up, and BOILED 3 cloves in a nominal amount of water, sliced the cloves up, and poured the liquid over a couple of cans of commercial dog food.
And while ROXANNE gobbled up the meal, after HOURS of waiting, there was still no "appreciable" result.
Day 3: I was at my wits end, but totally believed that my Grandmother had told me TRUE about what to do (naturally) if/when a dog was experiencing this particular kind of "distress".
And so I boiled 2 more GARLIC cloves and, along with an approximate 1 T. of ground GARLIC, poured a "mixture" (which included this approx. 1/2 cup of water -- garlic cloves removed -- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream, 1/4 cup Half & Half and a can of Evaporated Milk into a bowl snd simply served it to her (cooled)).
Day 3 -- LATE NITE. ROXANNE awakens me, and tells me it is URGENT that she go outside and (very) reluctantly, I abide/consent/concede and respond to her "signal".
And, in retrospect, I am REALLY glad I did.
Because not only did ROXANNE "poop" like she had never done before (meaning 3 times, in various locations along our "path") but, when I "picked it up" (as is required by law) and "inspected" it (YUK! EWWW! and all of that), there were not only 2 really "super long" (but DEAD!) WORMS evident in her "elimination", but also evidence of "smaller" parasites ("white things") that had not survived our GARLIC onslaaught.
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Day 4:
ROXANNE SLEPT for a really long time for her (perhaps 6 hours straight) after that particular "elimination experience".
But what was most STRIKING (to me, at least) is that, when she did eventually wake up from her nap, she was TOTALLY the smiling (yes, she DOES smile), dysfunctional (in so many ways, I just can't tell you!) MUTT (Rottweiler/Russian Shepherd/Bassett mix) I would do ANYTHING for (as she would do for me, I have NO doubt).
Day 4-6 (meaning, to present):
FINALLY, SHE was able to SLEEP. And therefore, so was I!
And FINALLY (and once again), it became a pleasurable experience (as far as I can take that) to "deal" with ROXANNE.
We (me and ROXANNE) have had 2 "good days" now.
And (optimist I usually am not), I am actually looking forward to many, many more days of ROXANNE being happily "cured".
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Make no mistake: I will continue to watch for any/all other symptoms of ROXANNE's discomfort.
But as of right now, I feel pretty comfortable that her "problem" has been FIXED.
And I feel pretty stongly that's that's on account of GARLIC having been significantly imposed on her diet over the course of no fewer than 3 consecutive days.
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IMO (and experience), my ROXANNE is perfectly imperfect.
It's been a difficult couple of weeks, but (especially after our most recent "trials"), I cannot thank my Grandmother (or GARLIC) enough -- specifically because, on account of ROXANNE feeling better, I, too, have been sleeping better and am feeling a whole lot better about a whole number of things now."
Replies05/31/2008: Janna from Cheboygan, Michigan replies: "What was all the cream for in the garlic mixture? Just to get her to eat it? Sorry, I'm just curious. :)"
09/04/2008: Lisa from East Providence, RI replies: "Re:
05/31/2008: Janna from Cheboygan, Michigan replies: "What was all the cream for in the garlic mixture? Just to get her to eat it? Sorry, I'm just curious. :)"
I'M GUESSING THAT MAYBE THAT, AND MAYBE THE CREAM/MILK MIXTURE WAS TO MAKE HER "GO"....YOU KNOW, HAVE AN URGENT B.M.?"
09/19/2008: Kori from Greensboro, NC replies: "Thanks for the suggestion to use garlic for parasites in dogs. I will give it a try."
04/08/2009: LC from Brooks, Alberta, Canada replies: "I am very happy to have found this website. I am curious about the garlic treatment for the parisitic dog. Would something like this work for a horse as well? Also, how much water for 3 cloves of garlic? Thanks."
05/09/2011: Rottweiler_babe from Midland, Midland Ontario Canada replies: "Just gave my 130 pound dog a clove of garlic! Hope your grandmother was right, Im feeling good about this and I have spent hundreds at the vets and on pesticides (for dogs) including a natural drop treatment ( didn't work)! That she was on for 2 weeks with 60 drops a day its called wrm clear its a homeopathic remedy. Do not waste your money! .. I will keep you posted on the garlic.. Thanks a bunch!"
09/07/2011: Zengirl from Fredericksburg, Va replies: "Rottweiler_babe, just wanted to see how your garlic treatment worked? I have a rottie also that suffers from parasites."
10/28/2011: Jmsouth from Cloverdale, Ca replies: "Along with an organic garlic pill (= 4 cloves), I have been making white rice and mixing in small handful of cheese. Doing this for about a week now. Will check the backyard for any more "puddles" and report.We have three dogs, so expensive to give flea treatment, garlic works great. As for the fur and joints, was giving good quality fish oil in their food, but OMG, the stinky gas was horrific. Any suggestions?"
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GIARDIA
03/19/2011: Suzanne from Myrtle Point, Oregon writes: "I noticed that you didn't have any information yet on Giardia cures for dogs, so since I was doing some research for my own dog I thought I would share what I have found. The traditional treatment is a 5-7 day course of an antibiotic called Metronidazole/Flagyl. Which is the one that my veterinarian prescribed for my dog and has seemed to be very effective. But since I have learned that giardia can be a recurrent problem (the cyst can lay dormant in the intestines for years, and come out during periods of stress) I wanted to find a natural cure so that she would not need to keep taking antibiotics. What I have found that sounds to be the most effective was Oil of Oregano, I have yet to find any dosages more descriptive than a couple of drops, followed by a small amount of plain yogurt. This is probablly what I will try if/when she relapses.
Someone also recommended feeding 1 Tbs of Coconut Oil a day, more as a preventative and for general health, as an anti-virul/bacterial/ fungal/parisitic, as it is very high in medium chain fatty acids. I also plan to start this since I take it for myself and have been pleased.
Grapefruit seed extract was also mentioned for treating Giardia, other parasites and gastro-intestinal disorders. The dosages stated were to give 1 drop per every 10lbs of body weight, 3-5 times a day until cured. It is noted that it is VERY BITTER, and should be put in food or diluted.
I look forward to hearing others experiences on this! Love the website!"
Replies04/08/2011: Maryannw from Brick, Nj/us replies: "I also thought my dog had Giardia, but she still has chronic watery diarreha after 3 rounds of the Metro and dewormed 3x - once with Pancur. Panacur is known to be used to resolve Giardia issues in dogs, "Worm for a 7 days with Panacur (based on body weight)- mix in a little canned dog meat, then put on kibble, then worm again with Panacure in another 2 weeks (for 7 more days), and they MUST be on a probiotic at the same time- per GreatDaneLady. I also heard about MSM - the sulphur is supposed to make an unhealthy environment for the parasites to live."
06/09/2011: Liz C from Granby, Ct, Usa replies: "If your dog still has watery diarrhea, please get a proper diagnosis before treating with anything, natural or otherwise.I have had rescues/fosters for 20 years. Many had Giardia. None had watery diarrhea. They had pale, slimey, foul smelling stools, which is typical for Giardia."
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GRAPEFRUIT SEED EXTRACT FOR LICE
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[YEA] 03/08/2009: Becky from Reno, Nevada U.S.A. writes: "I have a litter of Yorkies.They are 4 weeks old.Somehow they got lice.I searched for a week to find something that was safe to use on them.I found your web site it said to use GSE grapefruit seed extract. I put 8 drops in 3 ounces of mild shampoo. Then I soaped them up and wrapped them in a towel making sure they stayed warm. After 5 minutes I rinsed them in warm water and watched the lice go down the drain. After they were dry. I combed the puppies to get the rest of the dead ones off of them. From what I have read I learned nothing kills the eggs. So I will repeat the bath every 6 or 7 days untill I am sure there are no eggs left. What a wonderful web site this is. I was amazed at the results of the GSE. Thank You Thank You Thank You"
Replies05/15/2010: Maggie from Topeka, Ks replies: "Vinegar will disolve the glue that hold the eggs to your dog's (and people's) hair. I just put a small amount of vinigar in a cup and use a flea comb to comb it through the hair. Sometimes I will still see an egg and can pull it off by running the strand of hair through my finger nails. It is very effective."
[YEA] 08/26/2011: Sarah from Dallas, Tx replies: "We had great success using GSE (grapefruit seed extract) for the tapeworms in our cats. One day, my teenage son told me he just put a few drops in the cats' water, and they didn't seem to be able to taste it, and the tapeworm segments stopped coming out of their butts. However, if we stopped putting the GSE in their water, the tapeworms came back--I don't know whether they were getting reinfected by eating new fleas, or if the GSE just kept the tapeworms dormant. Unfortunately, I have a new cat, a short-haired tabby (the others were Maine Coons) that CAN taste the GSE, and she won't drink water that has even a drop. So, I am now looking for a new cure. I'm going to try the tobacco. But if your cat (I don't know if it's safe for dogs--I don't have a dog) will drink GSE, it works great to get rid of tapeworms."
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OIL OF OREGANO
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[YEA] 06/05/2010: Ginny from Boise, Idaho, United States writes: "Oil of Oregano for worms in dogs! I had a 12 year old Australian Shepherd who had a constant cough and would hack up piles of flem. I took him to the regular vet, who said it was just allergies and to put him on Benadryl . That only made him sleepy. I had just heard about Oil of Oregano and bought it in the pill form. I thought if this was some kind of virus, the OO would help. I wrapped the pill in hamburger and gave it to him once a day. 10 days later, I was walking by the window and he was taking a pooh. It was long and stringy so I went out and looked at it and it had worms crawling about. By the next day, (this gets gross) he had worms at the opening of his anus. He was in such discomfort. By the next day, there were more worms, but now they were on the outside of his butt and digging into his skin. I took him to the patio and got the water hose out. I had to put on a plastic glove and try to get them off of him. I sprayed his butt with water and the worms on the outside came off, but he still had them inside, whipping around. I ended up making an enema with DE and water and shot it up his anus. This forced the worms out. He had a few worms coming out for the next few days. I put him on OO for a few more times for about 2 weeks each, but never saw anymore worms. The OO did not help his cough, as I later realized that he was effected by the chem trails. I am pretty happy with the worming he got, as I could not find a natural wormer that worked for dogs. The natural vet wanted 240.00 to worm my 6 dogs, and it was a chemical wormer. Use caution when using OO... more is not better and don't leave them on it for too long."
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PUMPKIN SEEDS
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09/22/2008: Melissa from Honolulu, HI writes: "Has anyone tried pumpkin seeds because they work to get rid of parasites in Humans.. but could pumpkin seeds be in any way harmful to dogs?"
Replies03/31/2010: Ilo3sjw from Sparks, Nv, Usa replies: "Very late in replying but in case anyone is reading this of recent, I have read on various websites that it does. In fact, I am trying it out right now. When I get the results I will come back and post."
[YEA] 06/19/2011: Maryland from Los Angeles, Ca, Usa replies: "I gave my Mini Schnauzer pumpkin seeds when he was almost about 8 months old, because I noticed his puppy was full of worms. I gave it to him for about 2 weeks, not every day (because I would forget sometimes! ) and it worked. He hasn't had any more worms."
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READER FEEDBACK
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09/26/2008: Cheryl from Centerton, Arknsas writes: "My dogs have whip worms it is the same symptoms as parvo. There is no cure for whip worms but they are not caused by fleas, its by eating, smelling other dog poop that has been infected with them. They cannot be seen by the naked eye only by microscope. The vet told me to clean dog poop everyday and spray my yard with bleach to help keep them from getting infected that is they are in a fenced yard."
RepliesEC: Actually, you can get rid of whipworms with the correct medication.
"Whipworm infestation is detectable by stool examination, which can detect eggs and charcot-leyden crystals. Mebendazole is 90% effective in the first dose, and albendazole may also be offered as an anti-parasitic agent." http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Whipworm
12/04/2009: Jklisa from Surrey, Bc replies: "Do research on colloidal silver...it kills & heals almost everything!! I'm using it right now to worm my kitten & by day 2, I am already seeing dead worms in her poo.I am sure that she has hookworms, as her poo's were bloody. I mentioned this to her breeder that I thought she had worms cuz she had an inflated belly & a very vile bowel movement, the first day I had her. The breeder said nothing.
Then a week later, I saw blood in her stools & mentioned this to the breeder & the breeder then said... Oh yeah, that the kittens all had bloody stools when they were born....gawsh!! Some people!!
I have read of people being very successful when using colloidal silver on their pets for worms & lots of other ailments. Works great on people too.
Good luck & all the best."
04/09/2011: Maryannw from Brick, Nj / Us replies: "Can you please state how much you used? I just started Colloidal silver today on my dog who has been suffering with months of chronic diarrhea and lost alot of weight. I gave her the children's dose on the bottle - squirted it straight into her mouth? BTW- she weighs 37#"
[WARNING!] 08/18/2011: Be from South Rockwood, Michigan replies: "I have to give a huge warning about colloidal silver. Long term exposure to a living animal or person will eventually cause them to turn gray as the silver permeates throughout the system and DOES NOT get removed from your tissues. Long term prognosis is not good. I am very open to alternative remedies ie most of these such as tobacco, DE and OO have been around for years and similar to many things we eat, can be marginally poisonous. More is not better. Colloidal silver does work but at a great cost to the patient. Look up Argyria before you use this for anything!!!"
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REMEDIES NEEDED
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11/12/2010: Chantelle from Essex, United Kingdom writes: "Hi, I have a 5 and 1/2 month Labrador puppy who has had a bad case of diarrhea with blood in it. She has suffered from this before, the vet gave her antibiotics which sorted it for a short period, however its back again. She is active and is eating Okay. We have been feeding her brown rice and boiled chicken for sometime now but this doesn't seem to be doing the trick. As I don't know what kind of parasite she may have its difficult to identify what I can try and use. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thank You"
Replies11/15/2010: Rajeanne from Glendale, Az replies: "My 14 year old dog had stomach cancer... With lots of blood/soft stools. I feed him 93% fat-free cooked ground beef with brown rice... And I add 3 vegetarian capsules of VITACOST NSI Probiotic 15-35, plus one WACHTERS 22-A tablet. His cancer has totally disappeared, and his stools are great! He's sooo healthy & happy! And I am sooo grateful! "
04/09/2011: Maryannw from Brick, Nj /us replies: "TO: Chantelle from Essex, United KingdomI just wanted to know if you were able to find anything that helped your dog with diarrhea? My dog has been suffering with the same things for months and tried 3 rounds of antibiotics from 2 different vets dewormed 3x. Now trying colloidal silver, grapefruit seed extract."
04/16/2011: Lisa from Vancouver, Wa replies: "Cinimmon or tumeric or curcumin (from tumeric root) works great in humans also. U can use the spices U get in the grocery store or supplement capsules from the drug or health food store... works great in humans also....I just sprinkle some in their food -- 25 lb. dog -- 1 tsp. All 3 also help inflamation. They work great in humans also."
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11/10/2010: Nimo from Taipei, Noidea, Taiwan writes: "My dog have a parasite called Babesia and he is very weak, because this parasite go to his blood. So he has very little red cells. I will thanks any information of what to do to help him. He is a very small poodle ( like 2 kilos only and 3 yrs old). Don't know if garlic will help.. The parasite are invisible on naked eyes... So need a microscope to see it. Thanks."
Replies12/27/2010: Traci from Atlanta , Ga replies: "Nimo,
I researched and put together a treatment plan for your doggy, shopping best prices knowing most of us cannot afford a lot. The order is about $35 plus shipping. The store ships international, but you will want to confirm Taiwan. They have cheapest international rates most stores and very happy international clientel. Lots of customers say prices even with international shipping cheaper than in their country. Right now, til December 31st, it is 10% off for two of the items, the Now and Jarrow brands. I have worked with herbs for 25 years and treated my pets with herbs, curing many times what doctors couldn't. We are very fortunate now to have a lot of science behind herbs. Herbs worked when the science wasn't available, but now, one can be much more accurate when a health challenge is serious and not easy to treat easily. You can write me or call if you have questions or need help. I researched herbs for Babesia for you. Personally, I would use both the first two herbs for the infection itself. You are more likely to hit it from every avenue completely. If you cannot afford both, I would then start with the Neem Leaves. The Liver Powder and Chlorella are to rebuild his blood and strength, to reverse the anemia. If you have to subtract one of these two, I'd say drop the liver, but I reccomend both. If you give these to your little doggy (boy is he little!!! ), he will be cured. Iherb is a great store with good prices. Your first order is $5 off. Use my email to get the discount. Trueleverage4u(at)earthlink(dot)net If your order totals $40 or more after the $5 discount, ground shipping is free for U.S., but I don't know how it works for international. Click on shipping info to find out.. This is the best selection and prices on the net that I have found. And, I'm a deal shopper, bulk herbs, neutraceuticals, etc. I have a few other stores I use if it is powder items, though since your dog uses such small doses, this is probably the best choice for spending the least. There are a few other net stores that are comparable to Iherb in price, but this is my top store for service, speed, selection, price and fast navigation on the site.1. Wormwood/Black Walnut/Clove Mixture:
http://www.iherb.com/Now-Foods-Fresh-Green-Black-Walnut-Wormwood-Complex-2-fl-oz-60-ml/591?at=0 $10?
More is not better, nor necessary for parasites. Use about 1/5 to /6 dropper two to three times per day for a week. Break for a few days. Do same another week. Break a few days. Do again for another week. Treat him a few days beyond when he is feeling better. How to give him the tincture: Kneel on the ground and back your doggy between your legs, like you are hugging him from behind. Have the open bottle at your side and liquid in the dropper. Tip his chin up and back and a little to the side with one hand. Using the other hand: When you squirt from the side and into his mouth, the liquid will go down his throat before he has a chance to spit it. You want to squirt fast, because he will not like it. It will only take a second. He will shake his head and run off showing you that he doesn't like the taste. He will forget the taste very quickly. You will probably have 3/4 of the bottle remaining when you are finished treating him. Save it to treat preventative or for any other parasite infections. This is a good value. These are very bitter tasting herbs. The easiest way for him to take will be like in liquid extract, not mixed with food, but squirted in his mouth. He will hate it if you mix with food and spit it out. You can look for a non-alcohol formula, which he would like better, though it is more than twice as expensive for less than 1/2 the strength. This is a combo tincture: Wormwood/Artemesia is a cancer herb, used to treat malaria, and is proven scientificaly against many parasites, including Babesia. It also includes black walnut green hulls and cloves. The three herbs cover almost all parasites. I use it safely on my cats. These herbs can be toxic, though used with respect, smaller doses, it is o. K. They are not herbs to give all the time and herbs that you use with caution. My kitten who is seven pounds gets a 1/4 to 1/2 dropper. I alternate between those two doses and treat for two to three weeks. You want to make sure to get the whole life-cycle of the parasites -- eggs, larvae, and adult. They can seem like they are gone, but then the new hatch. You must be thorough. If it is safe for cats, it is safe for dogs. The drugs used for parasites are very toxic and damaging. This is what side effects are. Used in small amounts, the toxicity is very small. Wormwood is used for cancer at high doses. It causes very little damage to normal cells at high doses, but is more potent than full chemo. It's just that it has "some" toxicity, so you respect it.2. Neem (This one you may be able to find in a bulk herb store by you to get it sooner)
http://www.iherb.com/Nature-s-Way-Neem-Leaves-Certified-475-mg-100-Capsules/2017?at=0
$6
Since you are shipping internationally, you may want to get two bottles, so you don't run out. One bottle should do it, but it is your decision. Start with 1 capusle 2x per day the first day, then 1/2 capsule 2-3x per day. Treat until whole bottle gone. Even if he seems completely healed, continue. You want to make sure he is completely parasite-free. Even if he seems 100% o. K. , the parasite can still be present, so you treat past this time, to wipe out every last one. Neem will ramp up and re-build his immune system. The immune system will launch an attack on the parasites and any problems that might be secondary to the parasites. This one is a bitter herb, but the flavor will probably not come through mixed with room temperature food that is eaten soon. As a tea, extracted with hot water, it would be a much stronger flavor and not easy to hide.3. Liver Powder $7
http://www.iherb.com/Now-Foods-Liver-Powder-12-oz-340-g/656?at=0
Liver powder goes beyond the nutrients contained. It is a premier food to rebuild the blood and strength. Lots of testimonies of people and animals responding beyond what the nutrients would suggest. 4. Chlorella Next: Rebuild blood:
Anemia, rebuild red blood cell count
http://www.iherb.com/Jarrow-Formulas-Yaeyama-Chlorella-3-5-oz-100-grams-Powder/164?at=0 $8
Chlorella will reverse the anemia, building the hemoglobin, red blood cells. Chlorophyll is one molecule off from hemoglobin. Also good source of iron. 1/8 to 1/4 tsp per day. It is very concentrated. More will not hurt him. This is just a good dose to start with. - Enough for several month supply for the little doggy. If you want to take it with him, then the larger size is great value. People from Japan say they cannot find the Kilo powder anywhere, just the small pills. They are amazed at the value $47 for Kilo. But, if you have no interest in taking yourself, the little jar will do just fine for your doggy. It is dark green and tastes green. Your dog shouldn't mind it mixed in his food. Some peoples animals crave it and enjoy it. In fact, by adding this at the same time as neem and with liver powder, your doggy will probably not be able to taste the neem at all. You could also add the chlorella inside the Alcohol tincture mixed herbs. It will help neutralize the strong bitter taste, so it is not so terrible for your dog. Not necessary, but an idea. 5. If you are shopping at home and not Iherb, then you will want to know this. Artmesia or Wormwood, common name is the most imporant herb in the #1 item tincture. It is proven against the parasite your dog has. It is a good idea to have all three, but if you cannot find all three, this is the most important in the mixed formula. Neem Leaves are used internally. They are cheap at a bulk herb store, but I don't know if common to find Taiwan. It is an herb from India, not common China or Japan I don't think, but I could be wrong. You do NOT want to give Neem Oil internally. It is only the NEEM LEAVES that are used internally. Chlorella powder is really imporant to rebuild his blood cells. If you get the little chlorella pills by you, this is fine too. The little pills are small enough that he would probably just gulp down mixed with wet food. The powder is cheaper here. One more thing, that you might be interested in and I don't have on the list above. Grape Seed Extract (GSE)(you can get in liquid, very concentrated using only few drops) can be mixed with any antibiotic drug or herb and with most will increase the potency by 50-200x. It will increase the effects, not the toxicity, meaning, that if your little boy has a terrible case, it would be really good to add GSE to the herb mix. Another item that increases or potentiates antibiotics or antivirals is bromelaine. Bromelaine is from pineapple, commonly used as digestive aid or to increase absorption. Most people don't know these two items. I do a lot of scientific research and found this along the way. It helped months ago when I was hospitalized with dangerous infection. The IV the doctors gave me didn't work, they started to work, but not enough. I took my herbs mixed with bromelaine and GSE. The infection was so bad my face and neck had growth size of grapefruit. It was painful. This wiped out the infection. You could add one or both of these items to increase the effectiveness of the top two herbs for the parasisites. The last items may not be necessary. I add them so you know in case it is getting really dangerous. I hope that you will try them so your dog is not in danger. Best Wishes from the U.S. Traci
770-932-9635"
[YEA] 02/28/2011: Sue-lan from Halesowen, England replies: "I`ve never given my dogs any thing from the vets and all my animals are flea, worm and ringworm free due to advice my south african dad gave. For worms you give cloves the minute its suspected, the dosage is 1 clove for every 10 pound of weight so my bullmastiff is 7 stone which is 98 pounds. So I give her nine for 5 days then after you see that the dog is clean. Switch to a few sunflower seeds added to the meal each day these prevent reinfecting. I feed her twice a day so the first feed has either cloves or seeds with cod liver oil and garlic. Second feed is normal through the day. She has some oranges and peppers and she is very healthy and active to say shes meant to sleep all day!For ringworm I use cedar oil diluted in water dab first on the areas affected and then allow to dry then lightly mist the animal all over avoiding eyes and gentley rub in allow to dry you can spray this over the house allow to dry then hoover, this has always worked for us. Its 10 drops of oil per litre then once made up just add it to smaller bottles to mist everything.
Some dogs have different ailments they are prone to mine its a weak stomach she is prone to vomitting straight away at certain foods so apple cider vinegar is a no no untill we found you could by it in capsual form and now no problems its brilliant for joints. Diatomaceous earth is amazing for more or less everything but it can be hard to get unless you use ebay then its dirt cheap and is a good alternative. Just remember not to give cats any garlic as it changes their blood."
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WHIPWORMS
08/31/2011: Zengirl from Fredericksburg, Va writes: "my dog has whipworms. I am going to try blackwalnut with clove and wormwood. I am also going to give him a clove of garlic 3 times a day. Can anyone give me dosing for my dog. he is 120 pounds.
on an off note I had 3 dogs that got kennel cough all at once. Garlic 3 times a day and it was gone within a week. just wanted to share that garlic does cure kennel cough.
thanks for any information you can provide."
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