Essential Oils for protection from insects
OILS THAT DETER CRAWLING INSECTS: peppermint, lemongrass, lavender, thyme, geranium
* FOR BEE STINGS: a cold compress with Roman chamomile
* FOR WASPS STINGS: cider or wine vinegar and lavender and Roman chamomile
* FOR SPIDER BITE: 1 teaspoon alcohol, 3 drops lavender and 2 drops Roman chamomile
* HERBS THAT REPEL MOSQUITOES: cedarwood, clove, eucalyptus, frankincense, thyme, rosemary, geranium, lemongrass, peppermint, basic, cinnamon. Combine 7-10 drops of one of the essential oils from the above list with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Dab on the skin or clothing.
* FOR ITCHY BITES: The Sierra Club of Canada suggests coriander or Purification Oil for itchy mosquito bites.
Source = the Essential lifestyle Magazine Vol.3 No.3.
I recommend Young Living Essential Oils, as all oils are not the same. https://www.youngliving.org/beastiedarling
I use cedarcide products for my dogs, me and to treat the yard. I can actually go outside at dusk and not be eaten alive. Not one tick or flea since I started using it this spring. http://www.cedarcidestore.com/ANIMALHEALTH.html
Treats Recipe
Tasty Tuna Treats
Canned Tuna
One Egg per can of Tuna
Some Bleu Cheese
Some Parmigiana Cheese
Combine ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth. Spread thinly on a greased cookie sheet and bake in a 425 oven until golden brown (7-10 minutes). Cut into small cubes while warm or break into crackers when cold. YUMMM
Speaking of Treats, please be aware:
Jerky Treats Causing
Fanconi Syndrome in Dogs
The American Veterinary Medical Association recently has posted a Media Alert warning veterinarians that multiple brands of jerky treats manufactured in China have been making dogs sick.
No cats have been reported to be affected. A contaminant has yet to be identified. At this time there is no list of specific brands affected and there is no recall in effect, so these products are still being sold to consumers.
Presenting Signs and Laboratory Findings
The dogs appear to be developing an acquired Fanconi's syndrome which appears to be transient. Small dogs with a history of ingesting jerky treats (mostly chicken jerky) are typically affected. Clinical signs include vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy.
Physical examination findings have been unremarkable. In addition to mildly elevated liver enzymes, the most common blood abnormalities include severe decrease in Potassium, called hypokalemia, along with acidosis and glucose (sugar) in the urine and granular casts on urinalysis. Elevated kidney enzymes; Blood Urea Nitrogen and Creatinine may or may not be consistently found.
Testing Recommendations
For dogs with apparent Fanconi's syndrome, consider a CBC, chemistry panel including electrolytes, urinalysis and urine culture. Blood gas analysis, if available, is ideal. Additional testing for other causes of acute kidney damage including Leptospirosis blood testing is also recommended. Kidney x-rays, and Fanconi screens on urine may bewarranted in some cases.
Veterinarians are seeing dogs with apparent acute liver failure problems associated with canine treats made by Delmonte.
Now for something fun...
St. Martin's in the Fields Church on Ashford Dunwoody Road has launched the St. Francis Pet Ministry, giving people the chance to get the family pet involved in their church life. The ministry program has monthly meetings. For more information visit http://www.stmartins.org/pet_ministry/ , or call 404-228-0753
