Yeast infections or fungal infections are fairly common in dogs and are often difficult to treat.
Firstly it is essential to confirm the type of fungal infection before treating it.
Being a pet parent and a huge fan of home remedies, today we will discuss about, how we can treat and prevent our pooch from fungal infection, both localized and systemic. Home remedies are not only easier to administer and can prevent our fur buddies way before they get this nasty infection, they are proven to be way more safer and has almost no side effect in comparison to any medicine, topical spray or medicated shampoo.Also home remedies can work wonders if used along with veterinary medicines.
let's get started!!!
Coconut oil
Coconut oil is rich in lauric acid and caprylic acid which are proven to treat fungal infection in humans and can be used for dogs as well. Feeding one to two spoons for small dogs and a tablespoon for large dogs along with their food is the easiest way to administer coconut oil. Not only internally but coconut oil can also be applied on the infected area to hinder the growth of fungus on skin. Coconut oil also balance thyroid helping dogs to maintain healthy weight which makes them more energetic, another bonus benefits of coconut oil are improved digestion, maintain skin and coat health, reduce allergic reaction, etc.
Probiotics
Yeast cells normally live on dogs skin without causing any health issues. Yeast infections are caused by colonization of these yeast microorganism due to an imbalance of good bacteria and bad bacteria. Hench feeding your pooch a diet full of good bacteria or probiotics like curd, buttermilk etc. can help in not only controlling the growth of yeast cells but can also protect them from getting yeast infection again.
Apple cider vinegar
From flea and tick repellent to fighting yeast infection apple cider vinegar a.k.a. ACV's anti fungal, anti bacterial and antiseptic properties can work wonders for our pets health. In some studies it is also proven that ACV also eases joint pain. Use equal amounts of apple cider vinegar and water in a spray bottle and spray it on the infected area. Make sure not to spray on any wound and broken skin else Tommy will be yelping all over the place as it has strong stinging sensation.
Neem
Everyone knows the benefits for Neem. It's anti fungal and anti bacterial properties are not only surpassing for us humans but are also beneficial for our furry friends. To treat fungal infection of our canine companion Neem can be used in form of oil or boil some Neem leaves in water for around 30-40 minutes then sift the leaves and water. Neem infused water can be used as topical spray when cools down on the other hand make paste of boiled Neem leaves and use it as a paste on the infected area to eliminate the yeast infection.
Turmeric
Filled with "curcumin" a powerful anti- inflammatory and anti fungal agent makes it an ideal substance to use against fungal infection. In some studies it is also proven that turmeric shows better results than "fluconazol" an anti fungal drug. So you can add just a pinch of turmeric in your dog's food twice or thrice a week or mix some with the coconut oil and apply on the affected area
Garlic
Filled with allicin, garlic is not only known for controlling the growth of fungal spores but also proven to protect against the ability of fungal microbes to attach themselves with skin cells. Garlic is more effective raw as compared to cooked as allicin gets damaged by heat. Add freshly chopped garlic cloves with olive oil in your pets food, you can also add some apple cider vinegar with garlic cloves to make the mixture more effective.
With this as well as previous article topic of yeast/ fungal infection is now concluded. Please feel free to share your views and don't resists to follow and share and comment to provide more information about yeast infection.
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