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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
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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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Re: Magnesium and Cat Urinary Stuvite Crystals

Tracy (California) on 03/19/2026

Trend #5: The Impact of Magnesium on Urinary Health

One of the most common concerns related to magnesium in cats is its impact on urinary health. High levels of magnesium in cat food have been linked to the formation of crystals and stones in the urinary tract, which can lead to urinary blockages and other serious health issues. It is essential for cat owners to be mindful of the magnesium levels in their feline companions’ diet to prevent such problems.

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Methionine for Cat Urinary Stuvite Crystals

Tracy (California) on 03/18/2026
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Researching everything related to healing cat urinary crystals, & came across an old veterinarian who said that they had always used Methionine Amino Acid. It is sometimes listed as DL-Methionine. It can be purchased from Amazon /online /OTC. Both powder & gel forms. It ACIDIFIES the urine, preventing formation of Struvite Crystals. Most cats appear to have this type, as ACV is helping many. This is even better. Cats remain on it & have remission of problems. The powder is a much better price. If this information saves my kitty, & yours, I will be pleased. This, from an old vet who put old wisdom ahead of modern costly methods. I would add, read all ingredients labels. It would be smart to avoid any additives that say Phosphorous, Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium or Calcium anything. These only add to the problem. Having a good water filter that removes Fluoride from water is also important. There's little doubt in my mind that this problem is from additives to food, water, clumping & crystal litter, & harsh ingredients in medicine. Also~~ AVOID Bone Broth. AVOID clumping & crystal litter. AVOID dry cat food. The special diet foods for cats does not include the additives of phosphorous, magnesium, & calcium, & it DOES include METHIONINE in small amounts. That's why it works at all.

ACV for Itchy Dog

Xanadu (Memphis) on 03/17/2026
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I just wanted everyone to know that I didn’t believe that the 50% water 50% apple cider vinegar would work on my little dog so itchy that he would even scratch in his sleep constantly not to even mention how much he scratched during the day. I applied it with a new kitchen sponge over and over in any place that he seemed to be trying to scratch for about a half an hour. He gradually stopped scratching and hasn’t done so again for two days now. It’s a miracle! The hydrocortisone cream, the special shampoo, and the anti-itch spray never helped. I felt like he and I were both going to go crazy. Thank you, so much earthclinic, and those who write in to tell what worked for them you’ve done it again!

Re: Flea Control

BECKIE (OR) on 03/17/2026

And my bosses dog died after getting the treatment on her dog. Use natural ingredients, stay away from dog parks, keep rodents away, and vacuum, vacuum, and wash the bedding.

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Re: Flea Control

Nancy (Ireland) on 03/17/2026

Frontline and Advantage and anything from the vet can be deadly! Please do your research.. so many animals have had seizures, become paralyzed and due from these horrific poisons that your vet tells you are harmless. THEY ARE NOT HARMLESS!! Just the shots - pure poison.

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Re: Apple Cider Vinegar for Dog's Ear Infections

Laura (Texas) on 03/17/2026

Hello Peggy,

My mother left me with this information regarding dogs, ear problems. Most of the time, when our pets have ear problems, we always assume it's ear mites... But she pointed out to me, the moisture that gets in the dogs, ears. So come to find out, this causes a yeast infection, in the ear. So she tried Monostat Yeast Infection cream, they come, pre measured with a plunger tube. So she puts half in one ear and the other, in the other ear. As far as you can, without hurting the animal and then massage in the ear for a few minutes. Play this by ear, ha. But probably for a few days 1 time a.day.I know this worked on her Rottweilers. I'm not POSSITIVE, with the dosage. Also some animals may be allergic or sensitive. Good luck n I hope this helps...

Take Care

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