VETERINARY MEDICINE : Uses of coconut oil in dogs.

VETERINARY MEDICINE : Uses of coconut oil in dogs. The coconut, also known as the “tree of life”, has been found to have many uses not only for humans, but for our dogs as well.Many diseases and ailments, like yeast infections, smelly coats, dry coats and even cracked paws, can all be cured with just coconut oil. The Lauric acid, a medium chain fatty acid in coconut oil prevents bacterial and viral infections . VETERINARY MEDICINE : Uses of coconut oil in dogs. The uses of coconut oil in dogs are enormous but below are some points,the added advantage of coconut oil is that it can be used as food or as medicine.Read how to use coconut oil in dog's food, see Coconut oil reduces cancer risks in dogs and a new study also suggests cancer treatment with coconut oil. It improves the digestion of your dog and becomes medicine for most digestive upsets. The thyroid function is also kept normal with coconut oil. It can give your dog a smooth glossy shiny coat, as well as healthy, supple skin. Dogs with dandruff also benefit from coconut oil as it clears out the dead cells. VETERINARY MEDICINE : Uses of coconut oil in dogs. Yeast and fungal infections can be treated and prevented by using coconut oil. Old dogs with arthritis and similar pains enjoy joint health when coconut oil is added to their diet. Coconut can be added to meals of obese or overweight dogs to aid fat loss and control weight. Wounds also heal faster with coconut oil, it also deodorize the dog’s skin. Coconut oil can kill internal and external parasites making it a cheap and readily available medicine for dog health.

HOW TO TREAT MANGE IN RABBIT.

 MANGE IN RABBIT. Mange in rabbit is caused by mite infestation.This tiny creatures burrow into skin,ear and feet region resulting in crusty scabs

 There are patches of hair loss on coat resulting in bald areas.. The mite infestation results in unthrifty condition in the rabbit because of constant scratching and pulling of affected areas,there is loss of weight and in severe condition fluids oozing out of scratched areas ,this predisposes the rabbit to secondary bacteria infection.

Treatment. The  use of ivermectin: i find the oral route very effective.When condition is severe with oozing fluid,the area is cleaned
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Administer ivermectin and antibiotics. I usually spray affected regions with coconut oil,this suffocates the mites thus preventing further burrowing and hasten healing process.
 The ivermectin is dosed 3 times ; day 0,14 and 28 days the ivermectin kills mites and also deworms the rabbit.
 
  Hygiene is important when raising rabbits.The hutch/cages should be cleaned ,the drains and housing environment must be cleaned regularly .