Discover our organic veterinary care tips and advice online for the use of veterinary products for your pets.
The Soin et Nature blog has dedicated a “ Veterinary ” category to our animal friends. Here we offer specific articles on the care of pets through natural treatments .
Why use natural treatments for our pets?
The natural medicines can help your pet to alleviate several diseases and to stimulate its immune defenses .
The main advantage of using alternative medicines for veterinary use is that they can treat many ailments in a natural way without going through chemical treatments that can have harmful side effects or be or invasive .
Keep in mind that, in more serious situations , your animal may need additional examinations (blood test, scanner, ultrasound, etc.) or surgical interventions which remain the specialty of veterinary medicine. .
In short, alternative medicines are very indicated and effective in the fight against certain chronic diseases but, in cases of emergency , you should always consult a professional veterinary surgeon . In addition, some illnesses (such as a serious heart condition) require drug treatment .
What are the benefits of alternative medicine for animals?
Pretty much the same as for humans! They strengthen the animal’s body and stimulate its defenses to help it heal itself, rather than masking the symptoms.
They avoid the use of potentially toxic substances such as antibiotics, corticosteroids and anti-inflammatory drugs as much as possible. Animals are even more sensitive to it than humans.
Alternatives to traditional medicine
The alternative medicine and Western medicine can in most cases be quite beneficial in synergy ! A natural product can often be administered in addition to a drug (always under the advice and supervision of a professional). Natural approaches can also often promote the effectiveness of drug treatment .
What to find in this section?
You will find in this category a lot of practical and simple advice , on diet and natural remedies , for a pet (dog, cat, ferret) in good health.
Healthy lifestyle, diet, illnesses… This category provides all the information you need to take care of your domestic animals in a natural way . In preventive as in curative.
Our readers will know everything about natural medicines : phytotherapy , gemmotherapy , aromatherapy , homeopathy , flower essences … and will learn how to treat the most frequent ailments: ticks, mycoses, bites, osteoarthritis, vomiting…
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The term “Piro-Like syndrome” is used to describe a range of symptoms caused by vector-borne diseases in equidae. External animals such as ticks or rodents carry these diseases. They are not transmitted directly from one horse to another. The differential diagnosis of this syndrome includes five diseases: piroplasmosis, anaplasmosis, Lyme disease, leptospirosis and Equine Infectious … Read more
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Sarcoids are the most common skin tumour in horses, representing a significant challenge for owners and vets. These benign but persistent lesions can appear anywhere on the animal’s body, affecting quality of life and, in some cases, performance. This article explores in depth the different forms of sarcoid, diagnostic methods, available treatment options and prevention … Read more
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Toxoplasmosis is a common parasitic infection caused by Toxoplasma gondii, a single-celled parasite that mainly affects felines as its definitive hosts, but can also infect all warm-blooded vertebrates, including humans. Often benign and asymptomatic, this infection can nevertheless lead to serious complications in immunocompromised individuals and pregnant women. What infectious agent is responsible? Toxoplasma gondii … Read more
Toxocariasis is a verminous zoonosis caused by parasitic nematodes, mainly Toxocara canis in dogs and exceptionally Toxocara cati in cats. This disease can affect various animals and, accidentally, humans. Toxocariasis is widespread throughout the world and poses a public health problem, especially for children. What infectious agent is responsible? Toxocariasis is a disease caused by … Read more
Ringworm is a common dermatological disease caused by microscopic fungi called dermatophytes. These pathogens can affect both animals and humans, creating a contagious infection that deserves our attention. In this article, we will explore the scientific aspects of ringworm, from its infectious agent to means of prevention, symptoms and treatment. We will also provide you … Read more
Zoonoses, or diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans, are a major public health issue. Of particular concern is Streptococcus suis, a bacterium mainly found in pigs. This article takes an in-depth look at this bacterium, how it is transmitted, the symptoms it causes in animals and humans, and the means of diagnosis, … Read more
Streptobacillosis, often referred to as rat-bite fever, is a zoonosis caused by the bacterium Streptobacillus moniliformis. Although rare, this infection can have serious consequences for both animals and humans. In this article, we explore in detail the characteristics of this disease, its mode of transmission, symptoms in humans and animals, and methods of diagnosis, treatment … Read more
Zoonoses, or diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans, are a major public health issue. These include sodoku, a rare infection caused by the bacterium Spirillum minus. It is transmitted mainly through rat bites and scratches. What infectious agent is responsible? Spirillosis due to rat bites, also known as sodoku, is caused by … Read more
