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Cat Health & Behaviour => Health & Behaviour General => Topic started by: Tinamary on July 11, 2008, 20:20:33 PM
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Does anyone know of a cure for worms homeopathically.
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Does anyone know of a cure for worms homeopathically.
No. You do need to use wormer from your vet, Tinamary.
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(I'm not recommending it just passing on the information)
I have copied the information from the page and will leave it upto you what you do with this information:
Natural Remedies for Cats - 20 tips
Sharon Packer
" There are a whole variety of natural remedies that can work side by side with convential medicine. "
It is becoming more and more recognised that natural or alternative treatments can be beneficial for both pets and humans. Whilst a trip to the vet or doctors should not be discounted when faced with an injury or illness, herbal and natural remedies can work side by side with conventional medicine. Here are just a few remedies that are commonly used by cat owners.
1)Allergies
Ginko Biloba
This has a powerful anti-inflamatory action and inhibits bronchial constriction and hyper sensitivity. It can aleviate symptoms as diverse as asthma alergies and memory problems.
It is best crushed into the food, but is not recommended for pregnant or lactating cats.
2)Bacterial infection/Immune System
Bee Propolis
Propolis has been used throughout history to fight germs. It has been used to heal wounds and tumours and also for abscesses. It is probably one of the most effective natural antibiotics ever and has antibacterial, anti-viral and anti-parasitic properties.
Bee propolis is available in tablet form and also as a cream
3)Bad Breath
Aloe Vera Toothpaste.
Known for its healing properties, aloe vera has been shown to have beneficial effects in the treatment of various mouth problems from gingivitus to bad breath. The paste is generally mixed with Bee propolis for added antibacterial asistance.
Bee Propolis
Strengthens the immune system and is antibacterial. Some bacteria are extemely sensitive to propolis.
Chlorella
One of its principal functions is combating bad odors, bad breath as well as body odor. This is apparently due to the magnesium it contains.
Sage
This belongs to the Labiate family which helps improve rheumatism, neuralgia, liver conditions, teeth and breath.
4)Cure Alls & First Aid
A selection of natural remedies have been shown to improve just about any sickness. Its always worthwhile therefore to keep at least one of them in your first aid kit. Here are some of the most popular.
Rescue Remedy
A combination of five herbs which comfort and reassure. It is also excellent for depression and stress. Use at times of extreme shock or when introducing a new cat into the household (give some to the existing cat and take some yourself!) This amazing remedy can be bought at most chemists now.
Aloe Vera Gel
Can be applied topically to wounds or burns or taken internally for Bowel problems. It is excellent for treating skin problems such as psoriasis and Eczema and also stud tail! Apply liberally! The best Aloe Vera can be bought online. The health shops do tend to have dilute versions.
Chlorella
Only very small quantities can improve digestion, coat, growth and boost the immune system.Chlorella does not have an immediate effect but is ideal for long term maintenance and illnesses.
Chlorella is rich in chlorophyll and is said to purify the blood, cleansing it of toxins, combat anemia, rejuvinates and revitilises, stimulates the immune system, normalises blood pressure and combats bad odors.
5)Digestive disorders.
Slippery Elm powder.
This has been used in herbal remedies for over 100 years. It is a nutritious food that was originally made into a type of pudding for those who had weak stomachs. Slippery elm is soothing , eases digestion and works with the body to draw out the impurities.
A small amount added to the food can benefit any digestive upset.
Aloe Vera Gel.
A teaspoonful a day mixed in with the food can improve your cats digestion from within. Called the 'Miracle Plant', Aloe Vera has been used for centuries to treat various disorders. The abundance of vitamins and minerals in this juice (including the rare B12) makes this a vital supplement for vegetarians too.
Pumpkin
For upset bowels Some cats like it as is, but many people mix it with with a wet food. This can be bought in cans from health food shops or fresh from the supermarket.
6)Eye Infections
Callendula
Commonly known as marigold, the leaves can be boiled and applied to wounds or a clean extract used to bathe the eyes. Marigold has very good antibacterial properties.
Borage
Eliminates discomforts in the mouth (gum inflammation), throat and eyes.
7)Fatigue / Old age
Bee Pollen
Bee Pollen contains a broad spectrum of essential nutrients and is an ideal pick me up for the fatigued or old cat. It has all the B complex vitamins and also A,C,D,E and K, which together provide more nutrients per calorie than an other nutritional supplement.
8)Fleas
Garlic
For some reason they just cannot stand the taste (or the smell) and if added daily to your pets food it should prove unnecessary to use chemical flea treatments.
Louis Pasteur discovered that this had the power to eliminate the growth of harmful bacteria and today it has also been found that it can protect the body from free radicals and boosts the bodies immune system. Many breeders use this as a day to day supplement in food.
Available as raw, fresh garlic or tablet or capsule form.
9)Growth Promoter
Chlorella
This single-celled fresh water algae has been shown to stimulate growth and accelerate the healing process. It is ideal as a supplement in the food of under weight kittens and will also stimulate the immune system.
Chlorella can be found in some health shops (although not many) and on the web. It is generally available in capsule or powder form.
10)Hyperthyroidism
Royal Gelly
This enhances the bodies metabolism as it is rich in natural B complex vitamins.
Readily available from chemists and online it is in tablet or capsule form and can be simply added to the food.
11)Injuries and burns
Aloe Vera Gelly
Historically this has been used for the treatment of cuts and burns. It is excellent as a first aid treatment and helps to alleviate scaring.
Arnica
Prevents or alleviates bruising and swelling and is therefore good to use if a cat has any type of operation or injury, or even again after giving birth. It's good for humans too to speed up recovery time after operations and apparently arnica cream is a good way.
For humans to get rid of love bites!!
12)Intestinal Parasites/worms
Garlic
Garlic has been used for centuries to treat worms and can be safely administered via food once a day for 15 days.
It is best used crushed but can be obtained in capsules which can be broken and poured on the food.
13)Liver and Kidney
Lycium
This originates in China where it is used as a traditional remedy for a variety of ailments. Rich in amino acids it nourishes the liver and kidneys. It also improves circulation and aids in hearing and vision problems.
14)Obesity
Garcinia Cambogia.
The fruit from the south of india tree - Garcinia Cambogia.
This contains a very special compound which reduces the body's production of fats from carbohydrates so the animal burns existing fats and this aids in weight loss. It also acts as a natural appetite suppressant.
Available in capsule form usually which must be given in a little food just before the main meal.
15)Pregnancy and Birth Problems
Raspberry leaf Caulophyllum
For pregnancy and birth. Raspberry leaf is a herbal remedy and caulophyllum is a homeopathic remedy and they do similar things. They tone the muscles of the uterus to ensure that contractions are strong, and guard against uterine inertia, where contractions fade out before its all over. They are generally recommended for cats which have experienced problems giving birth.
16)Rheumatism
Dandelion
This is useful in a variety of illnesses but has shown beneficial signs in the treatment of Rheumatism. It has a cleansing effect in the blood system and stimulates the production of bile.
Dandelion is available in some health shops.
17)Shock
Rescue Remedy
One drop directly in the cats mouth will comfort and reassure.
See 'Cure all & First Aid for more information.
18)Skin Problems
Aloe Vera Gelly
This is both soothing and healing. If applied directly to the skin it can be used to treat most skin conditions and its antibiotic properties are especially welcome.
19)Stud Tail
Aloe Vera Gelly
Applied daily on the area this will help to lift out any of the grease associated with stud tail.
Bee Propolis cream
The antibiotic properties of this cream will fight any infections normally associated with stud tail and stimulate the growth of new hair.
20)Travel Sickness
Cocculus
Treats nausea, travel sickness, dizziness and stress.
Available in tablet form to mix in with the food.
? 2002 Sharon Packer
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Thanks i do use conventional wormers at the moment, but i like to explore all options.
I did work for a homeopathic vet for a time but that was years ago and i never asked her.
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I heard Garlic was toxic to cats. :scared:
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Before you do anything just google 'garlic + toxic + cats'...
Here's just one of the links that states garlic (and onions) are toxic to cats http://www.veterinaryhelp.net/qa/onions-and-garlic-are-toxic-to-pets.html
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Garlic is fine in small quantities. I just can't remember the quantities.
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I personally would not recommend garlic for cats. Whilst yes in small quantities it might not do immediate harm, it is still toxic and could cause long term harm.
I can respect the ideals behind wishing to look for homeopathic treatments but unless they are proven to work without causing long term harm I would steer clear.
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Please Note: I was NOT recommending the use of Garlic I was simply passing on the information I found on the website.
I would be very wary of any homeopathic treatment unless, like Ruth says, they have undergone extensive long-term tests and are proven to be ok.
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I would be very wary of any homeopathic treatment unless, like Ruth says, they have undergone extensive long-term tests and are proven to be ok.
And unless they are proven to actually work, Sam ;)
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I think I would stick to wormers from the vets. I have heard of garlic being used, I work with a guy who's a gypsy and this is what they used to use to do any of their animals but the old ways aren't always the best as they didn't know the harm some of these methods can do. Although may be safe in small quantities, it only takes one cat to get a bad reaction :shy:
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Now I am also an advocate of vet bought wormers (just bought a fresh supply of drontal), but I'm happy to provide information. There is a product called Diatomaceous Earth which is 100% natural and is claimed to control parasites.
I have no idea if it really works (and don't want to try it on my lot)
http://www.holisticpetsupplies.co.uk/product_info.php?products_id=476
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Tinamary was asking for HOMEOPATHIC remedies for parasites, rather than herbal remedies - two different things. There are homeopathic remedies for worms - no idea how effective they are, but homeopathy is completely safe, unlike some herbal remedies which I would be wary of using, especially garlic. Richard Allport recommends homeopathic Cina and Chenopodium for roundworms and Filix mas or Granatum for tapeworms.
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I think as much as we like the idea of natural products, sometimes things that have been extensively tested for safety and and are proven to work are the way to go. Garlic is in the same family as onions, Lilies, leeks - all toxic to cats as they don't have the enzymes to break them down. 100% healthy cats may be able to to digest them but any cat that may have liver problems could be very sick or die from being given garlic.
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Thanks for all your replies. I have not tried any alternative therapies on my cats but i just wondered if any of you had tried them. Obviously not, I love my cats so much and would not put anything in their systems without getting advice first.
It makes me wonder sometimes if the body would fight off such things as parasites on its own accord as wild cats are not wormed on a regular basis and they seem to cope with infestations. Maybe we pamper them too much.
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It makes me wonder sometimes if the body would fight off such things as parasites on its own accord as wild cats are not wormed on a regular basis and they seem to cope with infestations. Maybe we pamper them too much.
I would say: compare the life expectancies of animals (or people, for that matter) with and without access to medical care :(
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It makes me wonder sometimes if the body would fight off such things as parasites on its own accord as wild cats are not wormed on a regular basis and they seem to cope with infestations.
No they don't, Tinamary. Many feral cats and kittens die because of parasites. Kittens in particular perish very fast as a heavy infestation of fleas will drink them dry in a couple of days after birth. :( The weather is an important factor when it comes to parasites. Summer months always bring on a epidemic of fleas and worms because hotter conditions make them breed faster.
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Thanks for all your replies. I have not tried any alternative therapies on my cats but i just wondered if any of you had tried them. Obviously not,
I have, and do use alternative therapies, homeopathy in particular, just never tried it for worms etc, and as I said previously, homeopathy is completey safe to use. I have a homeopathic vet nearby who is brilliant - can't always afford her though :( At least if you want to try those homeopathic remedies in my previous post that Richard Allport recommends for worms you know you won't be doing any harm.
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[At least if you want to try those homeopathic remedies in my previous post that Richard Allport recommends for worms you know you won't be doing any harm.
You will, if (when) they dont remove the worms, :(.
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If they don't work - then obviously you have coventional worming methods to fall back on, if they do work - all well and good ;D
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Slightly off the topic but I keep reading the title as meaning treating poor sick worms with homeopathic remedies to make them better! :rofl:
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Slightly off the topic but I keep reading the title as meaning treating poor sick worms with homeopathic remedies to make them better! :rofl:
Watch out, Lucy, or we shall have Mark* in here :rofl:
*you know I dont mean it, Mark :evillaugh:
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:-[ Christine :evillaugh:
Actually, I only came into this thread again as I read it like that as well.
Regarding knowing if homepathic remedies have worked. Most of the time, you only know an animal is infested with parasites when they are full of them so I just wouldn't risk it.
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Slightly off the topic but I keep reading the title as meaning treating poor sick worms with homeopathic remedies to make them better! :rofl:
i nearly ignored this thread for that reason!! I can only blame it on being under the weather at the moment!!
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Many feral cats and kittens die because of parasites. Kittens in particular perish very fast as a heavy infestation of fleas will drink them dry in a couple of days after birth. :( The weather is an important factor when it comes to parasites. Summer months always bring on a epidemic of fleas and worms because hotter conditions make them breed faster.
Normaly only a sick or underweight animals have really bad infestations and a healty animal can fight such things as fleas without it doing them damage.
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Although I agree they have a better chance. One of my cats got a flea infestation a couple of years ago and it made him really ill. He had a temperature and needed antibiotics. Also a healthy cat can have a flea allergy which isn't nice.
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I'm sorry Tinamary but that's not the case, either. We pick up many cats, and including one or two who did actually have owners, but when the weather and conditions are right, sick or healthy they were crawling. :sick: One case I recall was poor Carlos. I picked him up and help him for no more than 20 seconds while placing him in a basket, yet he left behind at least 100 fleas on my t-shirt. His owner claimed to be frantic with worry when he dissapeared but in fact Carlos had been handed in as a stray by a concerned member of the public - so poor was the state of his coat. The owner seemed proud to tell us Carlos hadn't needed flea or worm treatment for three years... :tired:
Every cat has a right to flea and worm treatment and to enjoy life without parasites. ;)
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"a healthy animal can fight such things as fleas without it doing them damage"
I don't think this is true at all. A healthy animal without fleas can quickly become an unhealthy one once infested. I wouldn't care to put it to the test on my cat or myself but you're welcome to test it on yourself if you're that confident
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Every cat has a right to flea and worm treatment and to enjoy life without parasites. ;)
I agree with you they do deserve it and mine do get treated regularly but what i am trying to say is that it is normaly a sick cat that suffers.
Mark maybe the cat was under the weather before he got the infestation.
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A cat doesnt have to be sick to get problems with parasites, they go on to get sick from being sucked alive. Have you ever seen fleas leaving a dead body? Its not something to be messed around with.
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Not to mention tapeworm from flea bites. :scared:
Clapton got his infestation during an August heatwave - they must have taken over in a couple of days.
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Yak i will stick to worming a fleaing i think ;D
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Normaly only a sick or underweight animals have really bad infestations and a healty animal can fight such things as fleas without it doing them damage.
I would agree that is absolutely not the case.
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Surely we all want the worms to get better :rofl:
My cats have had fleas and always been healthy at the time. Personaily if I know they have fleas I want rid of them asap, so I would order some Frontline rather than waiting for the remedies to work.
When my cats have had fleas they have always needed treatment for them.
Infact all my cats are garden cats bar Harry, so if they have fleas I know they have come from Harry, and he is as fit as a witch's cat ;)
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he is as fit as a witch's cat ;)
That figures :evillaugh:
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Butchers dog etc lol
I have no religion so I am starting to follow a new faith, and I feel I fit in with it. :)