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Cat With Blocked Nasal Passages and Eye Gunk- Upper Respiratory Infection

Rimmonah (Norvelt USA) on 04/26/2026

I need help for 10 year old female cat with severe upper respiratory infection that includes blocked nasal passages and eye gunk. She won’t eat but still drinks and has white foamy vomit. She hasn’t eaten for 5 days even with tuna water added to her wet cat food. She is fading fast.

I tried to get her to drink water with ACV with mother as suggested here, but no go. For three days I have applied the ACV 1/2 water/vinegar solution to her paws and her neck—twice a day.

Unfortunately, I am unable to take her to a vet. How can I get her nasal passages cleared? I have been washing her face with warm water using a face cloth to remove the eye gunk and around her nostrils several times a day. I don’t have a bulb syringe to extract the nasal mucus but I don’t think it would work well because the mucus is dry. This is the first time I have encountered this type of illness with a feline and I have had 7 kitties over the years.

Every day, I think will be her last as she sleeps most of the time, but wags her tail at the sound of my voice or touch. She still manages to get up and get to the litter box but tonight she was unable to get inside and emptied her bladder on the mat. My poor sweet girl. I’m worried that this illness has created more internal damage.

Any suggestions for what I can do to clear some of the nasal blockage and get her to eat are greatly appreciated.

Re: Borax Dosage

Sue (UK) on 04/21/2026

With respect, I think you might be conflating the teaspoon of borax in a litre of water (which provides the concentrate according to Newnham protocol) with the teaspoon of this concentrate which is then ingested... giving you the 3mg boron in the ingested teaspoon solution. (It's a teaspoon (5ml) of a litre of water with a teaspoon dissolved in it initially) This ongoing confusion is because of the two very different protocols of Newnham and Ted)

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Re: Borax for Dogs

Art (California) on 04/16/2026

Hi Denise,

I just weighed one level full measuring teaspoon of Borax on my digital milligram scale and it weighed 4009 mg. Borax is said to contain 11.34% boron as mentioned at the following link under the heading, "Technical Definition" :

https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/chemistry/borax-mineral

So if one level full measuring teaspoon is approximately 4000 mg and you multiply that by .1134 (boron content of the teaspoon of borax), that equals 453.6 mg of boron in one teaspoon of borax, not 30mg as you stated.

We want to be good to our dogs!

Art

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Re: Cytauxzoonosis- Feline

robin (Washington) on 04/15/2026

Short consideration re washing and disinfecting after tic removal. Not disregarding this fine info but...actually if one considers what's dangerous ....those poor tics should be worried ABOUT ME!!!!

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Re: Diatomaceous Earth for Feral Cat Colony

Katzie (Cancun, Mexico) on 04/15/2026

I think that mixing 1 TSP of D.E. with each can of wet food is a stellar idea! They won't notice it and parasites will die before they can make any of them sick too.

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Diatomaceous Earth for Feral Cat Colony (New Pets Page)

lgllyblonde (Hillsboro, OR) on 04/14/2026
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Hello, I feed a colony of about 25 feral cats. I have a wonderful community that supports me with donations. I am always looking for natural treatments to help improve the life of these cats. I have read a lot about DE as a dewormer and natural flea and tick treatment. I would like to add it to their wet food I give them every other day. When I feed them, there’s no such thing as individual dishes of food. When I took over feeding them, I just put down a 22 lb bag of dry food and cut the whole front of the bag away. They can basically come eat when they want. When I take wet food out, I open 20 cans of wet food into a tub, then I spoon this onto the dry food for them. I usually spread their dry food between a few places at this time so they call all feed. If I added 1/2 a tsp for every serving of wet food and mix it in well, do you think it would be safe for these cats? They do live in a barn on a farm, although the owner would prefer they weren’t there. I feed and water them and I do have an area where I have some cat beds with blankets for them. I know that straw is better than blankets but the owner doesn’t want the straw in the area the cats sleep in. It’s a tough situation, I can only do so much for them without the owner of the property objecting. So I look for small things I can do that will make a difference in their lives. DE sounds like it could improve their health, take care of fleas, and help their coats. Could anyone help me out with their thoughts on this?

Re: Borax for Dogs

Denise (Vancouver, BC Canada) on 04/14/2026

Hi, the claim that one (1) teaspoon of Borax in a litre of water yields three (3) mg of Boron is incorrect; One (1) teaspoon of Borax in a litre of water actually contains approximately thirty (30) mg of Boron. So, the actual conversion is significantly higher than the amount stated. This discrepancy highlights the importance of accurate measurements when using Borax for health or cleaning purposes. If you doubt me, check the internet. Actually, it’s always a good idea to double check the internet on any posts that involve measurements equations, especially when dealing with pets, children and seniors.

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Re: Ivermectin

Katzie (Cancun, Mexico) on 04/14/2026

I just found an Ivermectin/Fenbendazole (FenBen) gel paste meant for veterinary use on Amazon. I would recommend that. I need it for a recent rescue (dumped outside) and her 8 puppies. She looks to really need parasite help. I am currently using Diamotaceous Earth (mixed with Colloidal silver) 1 TBSP, and I noticed a difference in her overnight. But I am going to supplement with a little of this paste with all of their morning food. I read it may even help with fleas. Fingers crossed. So you should be able to find it online - and the box appears to give dose direction by weight, so that's good. It will last a long time. Best of luck!

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Re: Black Walnut Hull for Heartworms

Victor (Western Kentucky) on 04/13/2026

Please research all the ingredients in Swansons products. We use to buy from them but not anymore.

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ACV Helping Degenerative Myelopathy in Dog

KITA BELLE (South Africa) on 04/12/2026
4 out of 5 stars

My small black spaniel is 16 years old and is a rescue from the local SPCA. Recently she has been diagnosed with Degenerative Myelopathy. She is really battling to walk, particularly with her hind legs. So far I have been using a 5ml syringe with NO NEEDLE and a 50%/50% mixture of apple cider vinegar and distilled water and rubbed it into the skin across her shoulders. This has been working fairly well and allowed her to go for slow short walks which she really enjoys. At first I also rubbed it horizontally gently across her spine with the same mixture soaked in cotton wool which also worked quite well. If I rubbed it vertically down her spine, her legs would start to shake. This has been working quite well up until now. I have also been looking online for any other treatment that might help her. It is my understanding that for whatever reason the myelin sheath covering her spine has deteriorated. I have been searching online and decided to use the search words "REBUILDING THE MYELIN SHEATH". Long story short, I found the following website. The heading is "28 PROVEN WAYS TO PROMOTE THE REGENERATION OF MYELIN". It is dated June 6th 2017 and the Author is JORDAN FALLIS. It also says "This article was originally published in 2017, and has been regularly updated to reflect new research. I hasten to add that it DOES NOT MENTION DOGS OR ANIMALS AT ALL. However, there do seem to be 28 things that I am going to research further to find out if ANY of them would be suitable or possibly harmful for dogs. Herewith the website: https://www.optimallivingdynamics.com/blog/25-proven-ways-to-promote-the-regeneration-of-myelin. I do hope other people will ALSO do some further research into the 28 things Jordan Fallis suggests, and if suitable for dogs, and then kind enough to post them on Earth Clinic.

Re: Castor Oil for Lump on Dog's Breast

Erma (Ontario) on 04/06/2026

Hi Stephanie, thanks so much for your response. I have used Manuka Honey in the past and was thinking of going that route if the healing didn't go well. I am happy to report (fingers crossed) that the activated charcoal poultice is not only pulling out what's left of the lump, but also healing the wound. I'm actually shocked on how well it's working, dare I say, even better than castor oil. I do appreciate you confirming that if the healing takes a turn for the worse, to rely on the Manuka Honey. Thanks again.

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Re: Castor Oil for Lump on Dog's Breast

Stephanie (NJ) on 04/05/2026

Erma, I was just reading about Manuka Honey. It might be able to heal open wounds, putting it on the wound and then covering it with a sterile gauze pad.

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Re: Castor Oil for Lump on Dog's Breast

Erma (Ontario) on 04/02/2026

Update: I made a charcoal and psyllium husk poultice, which successfully cleared up the infection. The lump has since opened and is now raw. I'm unsure about the next step: should I continue with the charcoal/psyllium poultice, or switch to a turmeric and cayenne poultice to both heal the surface and address the larger lump I can still feel under the skin? I'm also wondering if I should start using castor oil again. I would appreciate any advice on the best course of action. Thank you.

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Re: Ubiquinol or CoQ10 Heartworm Treatment

Karen holt (NC) on 04/01/2026

Hello, I'm worried that my dogs have heartworm. My older one, roughly 6 yrs old has had s.o.b with lots of panting even if its cold and in the middle of the night. I thought maybe she was in some kinda pain but past few days neither are eating normal. Really tired. How much can I give them? Ones 100lb and the others 35 lbs. Can give human brand?? Tia

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Re: Ivermectin

Pam (Michigan) on 03/31/2026

I have been taking a pencil size eraser paste,, 1.87 2 times per day, for 3 years .I have not had any colds or anything else,,, my cats get 1drop of 1% everyday with their food in the morning.NO FLEAS! Ivermectin is in the toxic squeeze on,,, good for 3 months.no need to get this,, just get ivermectin 1% liquid,, at farm supply places. Get the app telegram,, dirt road discussions,, with Danny,, he has many many chats with people getting cured young, older,, doesn’t matter,,, paste can on found on amazon,,

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Castor Oil for Lump on Dog's Breast

Erma (Ontario) on 03/31/2026
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Looking for help. I've used castor oil on a previous dog's breast lump and although it pulled out the tumor (the size of a baseball) the healing was slow and the large opening never closed up. Even with turmeric, cayenne pepper and any other remedies I could find, she died of sepsis 6 months later. I now have another dog that started with a quarter size lump. This is the second time it's developed. The first time I applied the castor oil, the lump expanded and burst and healing went well. I've been applying castor oil for months to the new lump, a pad consistently in place, sometimes with heat, mostly without. This time the lump although looked like it would expand and burst, instead elongated from the body and stayed that way. Yesterday while changing the pad, I noticed the lump has now doubled in size, closer to the body, hot to the touch and my dog won't let me feel it. I'm not sure if things are getting better or worse and whether a visit to the vet is finally in order. Thanks for reading, all advice is greatly appreciated.

Re: Essiac Tea for Cancer in Pet

Jeni (Temecula California) on 03/25/2026

did you dilute the Essaic tea?

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Re: Honey and Lemon for Kennel Cough

Karol (Dayton, TX) on 03/21/2026

Add coconut oil, leave out water. Mine lap it up!!

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Re: Goat Milk to Keep Cat Hydrated

Connie m. (Usa) on 03/20/2026

I might try your ideas. And like one poster said, I have spent a small fortune on enemas or anesthesia and extractions at our vet clinic. Max is almost 13 yrs. They’re only idea being 1/4 tsp miralax twice a day in his food. If he smells it he doesn’t eat it after awhile. Did yours take the goat milk? Where do I find glucosinate Paste? I’ve not heard of it. And does it work better than the tomlyn gel for hairballs? It’s hard to administer that sticky stuff.

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Re: Cat Urinary Stuvite Crystals

Tracy (California) on 03/19/2026

Having reread some of the prescription~only cat urinary diets, I found that they do include up to nine varieties of calcium. There appears to be no magnesium. I did not see Methionine at all, though perhaps one brand does carry a small amount of this, as someone also researching had mentioned it being included. I have yet to find a good food that doesn't include calcium (which could lead potentially to the opposite problem of calcium crystals! ). Methionine is the answer. Filtering out fluoride from water removes a distinct urinary tract irritant. Of some interest, the cat version of cystitis is closely similar to human interstatial cystitis, which I have had for forty years, from having taken an antibiotic for a urinary tract infection, called Septra DS. Pushing water by mouth dropper, or if you can, subcutaneously, is important. Water in sufficient amounts is what finally settled my ongoing problem into a manageable condition. When the cat strains & cries or growls, it needs ACV & water ASAP. Then more water. And Methionine should put the problem into a manageable condition.

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