For all pet owners-
Diwali and Homeopathy : We all know how many of the pets and street dogs are terrified during Diwali because of fire-crackers. Here is a simple remedy which you could try.
We help dogs in our care cope with the fear of Diwali crackers with a homeopathic remedy called BORAX 1M. (1M refers to the potency of the medicine). We use it in the liquid form, not as pills or powders. One “dose” means 2-3 drops added to a small quantity of milk. Here’s how we use it:
• One dose daily starting a few days before Diwali. (Start a week in advance if your dog has a really extreme fear of crackers). The dose can be given at night.
• Two doses daily, morning and night, the day before Diwali.
• Three doses on Diwali – morning, afternoon, night.
• Discontinue after Diwali. You can give a dose if crackers are still being burst and your dog is still frightened.
Remember, homeopathic medicines should not be touched directly by hand, so pour the drops from the cap of the bottle or from a spoon. Milk is the only food that can be mixed with homeopathy, so only administer the medicine an hour before or after any other food.
If for some reason you do not feed your dog milk, the medicine can be fed in a little water (about one teaspoon). Also try not to put garlic in your pet’s food the days he takes homeopathy, it will work better. Preferably do not leave your dog alone when the crackers are at their worst. Note: If your dog is already taking homeopathic treatment for some other problem, it may be incompatible with this remedy.
Our experience is that the fear of loud noises is considerably reduced. Which means, even if a dog may not become totally brave and unconcerned about the racket outside, he will at least eat and behave more normally.
Team WSD
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