It’s no secret that pet lovers often go the extra mile to ensure their furry friends are healthy, groomed, and well-fed with nutritious pet food. However, these loving gestures require meticulous effort and expenses. For example, when your dog is in pain, it’s only natural to book an appointment with the veterinarian and purchase medicine. Everything from vet bills, to pet insurance can add up. In fact, it costs S$25,800 on average to own a dog for over 10 years in Singapore!
To help you cure your dog of common health conditions, here are 5 budget-friendly remedies that you can try at home.
1. Dog Diarrhoea
Diarrhoea is a common problem for dogs, especially those who are always out and about. Dogs can end up eating or chewing on things that they find while out for a walk. A simple remedy for this condition is to put your dog on a bland diet, or try plain yogurt without artificial sugars or Xylitol. Alternatively, letting your dog skip a meal will help control the condition too. If your dog is belching or burping, give them a small portion of ginger in honey. Ginger is one of the best remedies for mild stomach upset, nausea, and flatulence.
2. Itchy Skin
Putting your dog in an oatmeal bath can help relieve their itchy skin. Oatmeal contains chemicals such as avenanthramide and phenol that have anti-inflammatory properties which prevent infections. It is recommended to use ground oatmeal and mix it with water and apply it as a drying agent on hot spots or inflamed areas. If you have time to give your dog a bath, you can also add the oatmeal formula to warm water and let your dog soak for five to ten minutes.
Letting your dog soak in chamomile and green tea are also good alternatives for dealing with hot, itchy patches of skin. Here is how to set up a bath to cure your dog’s itchy skin:
- Fill your bathtub or sink with lukewarm water
- Place a few tea bags in to steep for three to five minutes
- Remove the tea bags and let your dog soak in the mixture for at least five minutes
Alternatively, you may opt for LILA LOVES IT First Aid Serum which is a carefully balanced irritation relief containing only natural ingredients such as aloe vera, hyaluron, marigold, honey, and more.
3. Upset Stomach
Chamomile tea is an effective remedy for an upset stomach or minor irritation, as it decreases muscle spasms, cramps, and inflammation in the dog’s stomach. Adding the Chamomile tea to your dog's water bowl or food can easily fix any minor discomfort. If your dog is prone to having gut-related issues, putting them on a stricter diet could be a more viable long-term remedy. Consider incorporating food from bosch hypoallergenic dog food such as bosch FSC Biscuit Lamb & Rice, bosch HPC Adult Salmon & Potato, or bosch HPC Adult Duck & Rice. Also, make sure to feed your dog smaller portions to help with digestion and prevent nausea.
4. Sore Paws
With all the outdoor exploration, our dogs’ paws tend to get sore and dry if they are not properly protected. If your dog is experiencing soreness and blisters, the best thing you can do is to apply an anti-bacterial wash and cover the paws with a bandage until completely healed.
Also, regularly rubbing Shea Butter onto your dog’s paws can help to hydrate the skin and prevent the feet from getting dry. Applying beeswax is another great remedy to help heal chapped skin, blisters, and dry spots. You can also use Lila Loves It Micro Silver Spray which supports skin regeneration and can be sprayed directly on infected areas to treat injuries, wounds, scrapes, and surgical incisions.
5. Prevent Flea Infection
Most pets spend a lot of time outdoors which is why it's important to make sure that they're well protected from fleas and ticks – not just for your dog’s wellness, but also to prevent you and your family from getting Lyme disease or other tick-borne illnesses.
Fleas are tiny parasites that enjoy feasting on warm-blooded animals like dogs, and are known to give dogs a lot of discomforts when ingested. If your pet is showing signs of excessive scratching, loss of fur, abnormal red patches on the skin, skin infections, small bumps around the neck or an ear infection, you may want to look out for possible flea infestations. To prevent or get rid of fleas and ticks, there is a wide range of products such as pet shampoo, sprays, wipes and application treatments to help you battle fleas. Here is a product you may want to check out: LILA LOVES IT Anti Tick Spray.
Effective Remedies For Your Pet
It is inevitable for pets to fall sick or require some form of treatment to maintain long-term wellness. However, if you’re concerned about these expenses adding up, consider buying a Cheap Pet Insurance Plan to save on veterinary expenses if your dog gets sick.
As the saying goes, “prevention is always better than the cure” and one way to help your dog avoid pain in the future is by making sure they are fed a healthy diet. Consider LILA LOVES IT, which uses natural ingredients only. The products are highly effective in treating ailments and do not contain harmful synthetic ingredients. Also, products from this brand can be used on not only pets, but humans as well!
Author: This guest post is written by ValueChampion Singapore. Our insurance experts have analysed all the pet insurance plans in Singapore to help you shop more efficiently. Find the best pet insurance based on your pet breed, the coverage you need and your budget to ensure you'll end up with a plan that will offer the right protection without taking a large bite out of your finances.
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