It is hard to remain calm when you see what appears to be an agonizing situation for your dog - lips twisted back over his teeth, legs wide apart, body shaking like a tree in a storm and eyes staring as if looking nowhere. Remaining calm, is what is required of you in such situations because if the seizure is a first episode the dog is most likely to ebb back to normalcy as quickly as the onset of the seizure.

Canine and feline seizures http://www.nativeremedies.com/petalive/easesure-epilepsy-seizures-treatment.html are as unpredictable as their cause. Canine and feline epilepsy http://www.nativeremedies.com/petalive/easesure-epilepsy-seizures-treatment.html is the most common cause behind pet seizures. Dogs need to be handled carefully during the seizure and after the episode is over.

• Keep calm and quite. The same goes for the tone of your voice when you try to comfort your pet.

• If there are objects in the vicinity like furniture, which can potentially hurt the dog, try to remove them. If this is not possible, put some blankets on the dog or move cushions between the dog and the furniture. Remember that the dog is not aware of the surroundings during a seizure.

• Never ever bring yourself or your hands close enough for the dog to bite.

• Turn off all noise and that includes the television and loud music. Dim the lights and speak in a soft tone to the dog and stroke his side or hip gently if you may.

• The dog’s muscles are most probably in a spasmodic state and his toenails and feet can harm you. Avoid trying to be on the same side of his toes. Spasms may bring forth involuntary movements of legs and feet and cause you harm.

While taking care of these precautions it is also very important that you keep a good watch over what the dog is going through. You will be required to give every minute detail to the veterinarian when you take him to the clinic. Make a note of the time of the day and the period in between seizures if they are recur. The duration of each episode is important because it lets the vet know the severity of seizures. Also make a note of involuntary urination or defecation, if any.

Your precautions will save you from injury and also provide comfort to your dog. The little details that you remember will help in proper treatment.

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It is a misnomer that antibiotics can treat and cure all viral and bacterial infections. Antibiotics do not have any affect on viruses and unnecessary administration can actually be counter productive. It can make your body immune to the drug and lead to bringing down of immunity. A natural antibiotic alternative can go a long way to help in prevent further damage that drugs can potentially cause and relieve symptoms as well.

Your body’s immune system is the first line of defense against foreign invaders: bacteria, pathogens, viruses, parasites or anything that can potentially cause disease. The spleen, thymus, lymphatic system and tonsils are all part of this extensive network of organs, tissues and cells including white blood cells, which help in self healing. Herbs for immune system and natural foods should be made a part of your daily routine to strengthen this complex system.

Low immunity is either primary or acquired. Primary conditions are mostly due to a genetic predisposition. Acquired conditions of low immunity are greatly affected by eating habits, lifestyle and overuse of medication for minor ailments like common cold etc.

There is scientific evidence that a natural diet, herbal antibiotics and an active lifestyle boost your immune system health and help in avoiding simple diseases as common cold or life threatening diseases like cancer.

* Vitamin A, C and E are most essential for maintaining immune system health. A handful of almonds daily will provide you sufficient quantity of Vitamin E. guava, oranges and other citrus fruits are a natural source of Vitamin C.
* Garlic is perhaps the oldest cultivated plant in the world and its history as an effective herbal antibiotic and a booster for the immune system dates back to the days when the pyramids were built. It is natural builder of white blood cells, one of the most important constituents of the immune system.
* Carrots and other red, orange and dark green vegetables contain carotenes, which are converted into Vitamin A by the liver. These are extremely helpful for protecting thymus gland. The thymus is a ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes. It plays an important role in producing immunity and preventing atrophies due to advanced age
* Zinc is another element that is essential for immunity. The element is next only to iron in concentration in the body. Its deficiency can impact the immune system in more ways than one. It acts as a catalyst in immune responses for killing pathogens and necessary for white blood cells to perform their functions. Peanuts, peanut butter, and legumes and dark meat of chicken, beef and lamb are excellent sources of zinc.
* Six ounces of natural and fresh yogurt every day keeps the intestinal flora healthy for proper digestion. The yoghurt bacteria convert the lactose in milk into lactic acid, which is perfect for maximizing calcium absorption, vaginal and bladder infections.
* Among the herbs for immune system, Echinacea and the Ayurvedic herb, Ashwagandha ((Withania somnifera) are worth mentioning for their stimulating affect on the immune system.

There is an old saying that says that whenever in doubt: go back to nature. A natural lifestyle and home cooked food coupled with daily exercise will keep many ailments at bay.

“Article courtesy of Remedies”

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