The Many Different Ways To Use Honey For Your Chihuahua
You may have read about the many ways that honey can benefit your health. But, did you know that it is great for your Chihuahua too? Be sure to keep honey for your Chihuahua at home for use any time it’s needed!
Some of the reasons that honey is so good for their health are that it is naturally high in enzymes, high in antioxidants, and flavonoids. It kills anti-resistant bacteria including MRSA. You can use it to naturally treat:
- Allergies
- Use On Burns, Infections, and hot spots
- Helps Sooth Kennel Cough Symptoms
- Better Digestion
- More Energy
Allergies:
The Best Type Of Honey For Chihuahua’s Allergies:
Just like us, dogs also can suffer from environmental allergies. Symptoms may show up in the spring, summer, and fall. Things to look for are rubbing the face, licking — anywhere including the paws, and scratching.
For allergies, be sure to use local raw, unfiltered honey or even better, local raw wildflower honey. Wildflower honey is best because it covers so many different plants and flowers. Wildflower honey is best because it covers so many different plants and flowers.
Directions For Use:
Use 1 teaspoon of local raw wildflower honey by mouth or add to food, daily or 1/2 teaspoon twice a day. Adjust accordingly for larger dogs. It must be given daily to have the desired benefits.
BURNS, INFECTIONS, AND HOT SPOTS
Best Type of Honey For Burns, Infections, & Hot Spots
The best honey for hot spots is Manuka Honey. Tests have shown that honey eliminates bacterial infections, reduces inflammation, swelling, and pain, and encourages the growth of new skin. It seals the area and keeps it moist.
Directions For Use:
Trim the hair around the area. Clean with vinegar, apply a thick coat of Manuka Honey and cover with a bandage. The best type of bandage to use for dogs are the ones that self-stick. Veterinarians use it in their practice. You MUST trim or shave the area. If not all the bacteria and pus can become trapped within the hair. It’s also a MUST to clean the area before applying the honey.
“It is very important to use Manuka Honey in a liquid form. DO NOT use crystallized honey on a burn or an open wound! The crystals are sharp and cause pain in the open wound.”
For Infections:
A good thing to use for this is Povidone Iodine. Most pharmacies or supermarkets carry it. Dilute the iodine with water until it is the color of ice tea. Use a soft gauze to gently blot and clean the area. Apply a thin layer of Manuka honey to the area and cover it with a bandage. Don’t let the dog lick the area. This is where an Elizabethan collar comes in handy until the area is healed.
Repeat this process twice a day. If the spot gets larger instead of healing, be sure to consult with your veterinarian.
kennel cough:
Best Type of Honey:
Use Manuka Honey for dogs with symptoms of kennel cough. Use to ease symptoms ONLY!
CAUTION! Honey is NOT a cure for Kennel Cough! See your veterinarian immediately if you suspect your Chihuahua may have Kennel Cough.
Directions For Use:
1 teaspoon daily or 1/2 teaspoon by mouth or in their food, twice a day. Adjust the amount of honey for larger dogs according to their weight. If your Chihuahua is less than 5 lbs I’d suggest using a little less.
digestion
Best Type of Honey:
Also, use Manuka Honey for digestive issues.
Directions For Use:
Use 1 teaspoon by mouth or in their food, daily or 1/2 teaspoon of honey twice a day for Chihuahuas and other dogs. Use a little less for Chihuahuas under 5 lbs. Adjust according to weight for larger dogs.
energy
Best Type of Honey:
You guessed it — Manuka Honey works best
Directions For Use:
Again use 1 teaspoon daily or 1/2 teaspoon twice a day by mouth or in their food, for Chihuahuas at least 5 lbs, less if they weigh less than 5 lbs. Adjust the honey accordingly for larger dogs.
Conclusion:
As you can see, honey has some amazing health benefits for dogs. To learn where you can find raw local honey in your area, just CLICK HERE.