If dog allergies are plaguing your dog, you may be able to help relieve her suffering with a spoonful of honey. Local honey that is. If your pet is suffering from dog allergies caused by the seasons and the environment--local plants and trees--local honey may make a difference.
Why honey? Honey is gathered by bees as you know and it includes minute amounts of local pollen. The amount is low enough that dogs (or humans) can ingest a small amount without an allergic reaction. The effect is the same as an antibody or a vaccine; your body (or in this case your dog's) is exposed to a little at a time until he or she has built up a tolerance and the seasonal allergies are no longer afflicting the poor thing.
Honey also has healing properties. You know how you might drink tea with honey for a sore throat? Honey has been used for centuries to heal cuts, ulcers, and more by both ingesting it and by applying it right to the cut or scrape. The antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities will help heal your pet, both inside and out.
The trick with the honey cure of dog allergies is that you have to feed the right type of honey and the right amount. It'll do no good to be feeding Fido honey from across the world, that will have a different type of pollen in it. No, you'll need to find honey from a local source. Your farmer's market or local produce stand should be able to help you. Then you have to figure out the right amount for your pet. A larger dog will take about a tablespoon a smaller dog, a teaspoon or less. Use your judgment.
How should you feed this local honey to your pet to rid him of the dreaded dog allergies? Well, your pet may be happy to lick it directly off the spoon, but failing that, try mixing it in with his food.
It'll take 3-4 weeks for you to notice a difference but when Max stops scratching himself to death, you'll all be happier!
Learn more about treating dog allergies with local honey.
Jen P. April has been researching dog treat recipes and dog allergies for nearly four years. You can visit her website at http://www.all-natural-dog-treat.com to learn more.
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Bulldogs - Overview of the Bulldog Breed
The Bulldog is a small, compact and muscular dog with strong legs and a short muzzle. The Bulldog was originally bred as a fighting dog and would take on opponents like bears, bulls, badgers and other dogs in the ring. Since these bloodsports have become unpopular, breeders have focused more on developing the more non- ferocious traits of the Bulldog. The Bulldog is known throughout all historical periods for it's courage and as such is mixed with other breeds such as Pointers and Greyhounds that require tenacity, steadfastness and endurance. The bulldog is know widely recognised as the British national breed.
Description and Temperament
The Bulldog has a huge amount of strength contained in a broad, low frame. With it's short, stocky legs set square at each corner of it's body , the Bulldog has a gait all of it's own. The Bulldog has a large, heavy square head with wrinkles on the skull. The muzzle is very broad whilst the is quite short and set back to the lower jaw which protrudes to the front. The Bulldog's coat may come in reds, fawn, brindle or white pied with any of these colours. Whilst the Bulldog can look intimidating and often has an unsociable, morose expression they are an extremely reliable, gentle and kind dog whilst still making excellent watchdogs.
Grooming, exercise and health problems
With such a smooth, short-haired coat the Bulldog is very easy to groom and only requires occasional brushing with a firm bristle brush.
Bulldogs can be very lazy dogs but need to be kept fit with regular, not overly strenuous exercise such as short walks. Whilst the Bulldog has no special feeding requirements, care should be taken not to over feed the dog as due to it's lazy nature it can often become obese. The Bulldog can also become possessive of it's food.
Due to their short muzzles and sometimes small windpipes, Bulldogs can be prone to breathing difficulties. They are also stressed by very hot or cold weather and over exertion.
Dan Fletcher writes for PuppiesSale.org, a site with lots of puppy articles,
puppies for sale,(http://www.puppiessale.org/)Boxer puppies for sale and more
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Description and Temperament
The Bulldog has a huge amount of strength contained in a broad, low frame. With it's short, stocky legs set square at each corner of it's body , the Bulldog has a gait all of it's own. The Bulldog has a large, heavy square head with wrinkles on the skull. The muzzle is very broad whilst the is quite short and set back to the lower jaw which protrudes to the front. The Bulldog's coat may come in reds, fawn, brindle or white pied with any of these colours. Whilst the Bulldog can look intimidating and often has an unsociable, morose expression they are an extremely reliable, gentle and kind dog whilst still making excellent watchdogs.
Grooming, exercise and health problems
With such a smooth, short-haired coat the Bulldog is very easy to groom and only requires occasional brushing with a firm bristle brush.
Bulldogs can be very lazy dogs but need to be kept fit with regular, not overly strenuous exercise such as short walks. Whilst the Bulldog has no special feeding requirements, care should be taken not to over feed the dog as due to it's lazy nature it can often become obese. The Bulldog can also become possessive of it's food.
Due to their short muzzles and sometimes small windpipes, Bulldogs can be prone to breathing difficulties. They are also stressed by very hot or cold weather and over exertion.
Dan Fletcher writes for PuppiesSale.org, a site with lots of puppy articles,
puppies for sale,(http://www.puppiessale.org/)Boxer puppies for sale and more
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Dan_Fletcher
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