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Hello Friend,
A happy Thursday to you, and all of your significant others- furry or not!
A few weeks ago I was contacted by ABC News who are doing an investigative veterinary news story on 20/20.
I was flown to New York, was picked up by a Limo, put up in a nice hotel, interviewed in the studio with other 'big whig' news people around such as their lead anchor, Diane Sawyer, saw some of Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, and the new Freedom Tower.
I survived a crazy drive back to the airport, then yesterday had more filming done at my home here in Nelson..
Cool
The story will be informative, although I doubt I will be making many friends in the veterinary world..
The show is scheduled to air tomorrow night at 10PM.
Here is a rather not so great 'selfie' with the Statue of Liberty in the sun...
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'Red Eye'- New natural remedies
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The causes of ‘red eye‘ are numerous. The most common are bacterial conjunctivitis, bacterial infection of the tissue around the eye, and allergic conjunctivitis. Other, more serious causes include glaucoma (swelling in the eye) or an ulcer on the cornea (erosion on the surface of the eye).
Conjunctivitis is defined as inflammation of the red, conjunctival tissue around your pet’s eye. It is the most common cause of red eye in dogs and cats.
First if your dog or cat has an irritated, infected eye, have your veterinarian look at it. It may be something more serious, such as glaucoma.
Signs such as eye rubbing, eye pain by avoiding light, 'bulging' of the eye, having the lid completely closed, an ulcer which will show as an erosion in the surface of the eye and often very painful, all suggest a more serious eye condition requiring veterinary care.
And if your not sure, then please see your vet.
But if this is just a simple infection of the tissue around the eye, there are many at home remedies that can be used for conjunctivitis.
Marigold (Calendula officinalis): soothes irritation
Plantain (Plantago lanceolata, P. major): astringent and soothing. The fresh leaves are the most effective plant part. These can be steamed as a tea, allowed to cool, then placed in the eye
Other herbal treatments may include:
Grated fresh potato has astringent (drying and disinfecting) properties.
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Veterinary Secrets Pet of the Day!
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Jasp-Jo From Trinidad and Tobago
> This is Jasp-Jo From Trinidad and Tobago,. He is only 11 months old and is
> the light of our lives.
> He is the neighbourhood dogs as everyone loves him.
> His fav toy is the toilet paper roll.
>
> --
> Ronnie Balkaran
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| Dog and Cat Words of Wisdom...
The most affectionate creature in the world is a wet dog. ~Ambrose Bierce
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| Heal Your Pet At Home!
Best Wishes,
Dr Andrew Jones, DVM |
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P.S. In my Manual you will fine to more effective holistic eye disorder remedies, plus over 1200 additional natural solutions for ALL the common pet health problems. Get your copy here:
http://www.veterinarysecretsrevealed.com/ebook
P.P.S. I am hoping that the 20/20 news thing turns out OK and I sound at least 1/2 intelligent :-) I hope you can watch it tomorrow.
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| DISCLAIMER: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the advice of your own veterinarian. Dr Andrew Jones resigned from the College of Veterinarians of B.C. effective December 1 2010, meaning he cannot answer specific questions about your pet's medical issues or make specific medical recommendations for your pet.
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