posted by Tess on Dec 11
Ingredients:
* 8 oz coconut oil
* 6 oz olive oil
* 1.5 oz castor oil
* 3.5 oz lye
* .25 oz jojoba oil
* .5 oz aloe vera gel
* .25 oz eucalyptus eo
* .125 oz peppermint eo
* .125 oz citronella eo
* .25 oz T-50 Tocopherol
* 6.5 oz palm oil
* 3 oz canola oil
* 8.5 oz water
* .25 oz neem oil
* .25 oz lavender 40/42 eo
* .125 oz lemongrass eo
* .125oz tea tree oil
* .125 oz cedarwood eo
Directions
I make this in my 6qt crockpot. Add lye to water & set safely aside. Heat coconut, palm, olive, canola & castor oils till completely melted. Add lye water & stir till light trace. Put the lid on the crockpot. I stir every ten minutes till vaseline stage, keeping an eye out for volcanos in between. After the cook, dump the soap in a ss bowl.
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posted by Tess on Jul 8
A dog?s teeth and human teeth are different in structure and the use they are put to. At the same time, apart from the fact that dogs do not develop cavities and are more prone to develop tartar, dogs have to face nearly the same dental problems that humans have to struggle with.
Just as in humans, if you are not careful about dental care your dog may be at a higher risk of developing dental problems like:
-?? ?Canine bad breath.
-?? ?Gingivitis or inflammation of the gums.
-?? ?Bacterial infection in teeth.
-?? ?Abscesses, a localized collection of pus surrounded by inflamed gum tissue.
-?? ?A more serious disease that attacks the gum and the bone around the teeth, known as periodontitis. ?
Teeth and mouth infections can lead to tooth extraction. These infections can also enter the blood stream and attack vital organs elsewhere in the body. While a dog breath freshener may temporarily cure bad dog breath, only a proper dental care program can keep your dog?s teeth and gums in a fighting fit condition.
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posted by Tess on Dec 5
This shampoo will be safe for both cats and dogs. Besides the pleasant smell that permeates the air, Christmas Blend will help to kill & repel fleas, control the growth of bacteria and yeast on the skin, and keep your pets smelling clean.
Ingredients:
* 12 oz of Baby Shampoo or Dr. Bronner’s Magic Liquid Soap
* 4 oz Aloe Vera Juice
* 2 oz Witch Hazel
* 1 oz Glycerin
* ½ teaspoon Cinnamon bark oil
* ½ teaspoon Orange oil
* ½ teaspoon Peppermint oil
* 1 oz Canned Coconut milk (see Asian Food section of your Supermarket)
* 2 Tablespoons of fresh Lemon Juice.
Directions:
Mix all the essential oils with your coconut milk, and add this mixture to the shampoo. Mix aloe, witch hazel, lemon juice, and glycerin all together and add to the rest of the shampoo. Shake well and use. Always make sure you rinse the shampoo off completely, since the oils can cause irritation if left on too long. IF you are a person sensitive to essential oils, you may need to wear gloves when bathing your pets. Always wash off any residual suds off from your hands with running water.
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posted by Tess on Oct 8
The coat of long-haired breeds like the Pekingese and Shih Tzu get tangled to such an extent that sometimes there is no alternative but to strip the coat down to the skin with clippers. Even while grooming other breeds you are likely to notice that some hair becomes damaged, tangled and matted. These may be some damaged hair, burrs that are difficult to pull off and dandruff or mats that become difficult to get rid of. Some homemade recipes for coat conditioners can help solve these problems and can save you some expense or a trip to the veterinarian.
To treat dry or damaged coat, whisk the yolk of an egg vigorously and add a little bit of water till it becomes creamy. Mix the white of the egg. Wet dog’s coat with warm water and remove excess water. Apply the mixture to the coat, gently till the froth reaches deep into the skin. Rinse thoroughly and wash away all the mixture with water.
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posted by Tess on Aug 28
Ingredients:
* 7 oz water
* 3.3 oz full fat buttermilk
* 4.2 oz lye
* 5 oz coconut oil
* 8 oz palm oil
* 8 oz olive oil
* 8 oz soybean oil
* 2 oz neem oil
* 1 oz emu
* 2 Tbsp neem powder
* 2 Tbsp powdered rosemary
* .5 oz rosemary essential oil
Directions
Makes 2 pounds. My dogs inspired this, and not because they can dance. It removes ‘eau de doggy’ and is great for doggy dermatitis. I imagine it would be a decent flea repellant as well. Fine for humans too. Combine water and lye, cool a bit, then add buttermilk.
Set aside 1 oz of neem and emu oils. Melt solid oils in microwave, add to crock pot along with liquid oils. Add lye water/milk and proceed as usual. Just before pour, combine neem and rosemary powders, neem and emu oils and rosemary oil, then add to soap. Mix and pour.
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posted by Tess on Jul 11
What are tear stains?
Tear stains are reddish/brownish marks found on the inside corner and just below the eyes of pets. These are most often found on animals with light-colored fur as this makes them more visible. Tear stains are caused by an overflow of tears which then react with normal bacteria found on the skin to produce the darkened color. Red Yeast is a common culprit in producing tear stains as this organism - like most fungi - thrives in the warm and damp environment just below your pet’s eyes.
Although tear stains do not generally pose any serious health risk, in some cases they may be associated with bacterial or yeast infections and are also unsightly and particularly undesirable in show dogs.
What is PetAlive i-Clenz?
PetAlive i-Clenz contains a blend of natural, cleansing ingredients in an herbal tincture and will effectively cleanse unsightly tear stains in pets as well as improve general eye and visual health.
Use PetAlive i-Clenz:
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posted by Tess on Jan 9
On the farm here we have some pets who are not fond of getting a bath.
However we still need to get all the seeds and dirt from their coats. Dry shampoo helps in more ways than one it saves your back from trying to get them in the bathtub and saves stressing your pet as well.
Perhaps this would come in handy when the next time your pet decides to camauflogue itself as another animal. Sprinkle coarse cornmeal, bran or orris-root over the entire coat. Brush it in and the dirt out!
For scented shampoo try adding a split vanilla bean to your dry mix a few days before using.
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