“Many [dogs] suffer from anxiety associated with loud noises, such as thunder and fireworks,” says Dr. Bob Goldstein, cofounder of Westport's Earth Animal, a natural animal care and nutrition shop. He recommends “flower essences and herbs, like skullcap, valerian and chamomile, that are natural tranquilizers.” Here's more advice for dog owners.
1. LYME DISEASE
“Build up his or her immune system or natural defense against ticks using potent herbs that strengthen and bitter the blood. High-quality herbs, if administered properly, are highly effective against insects and free of side effects common in drugs and pesticides. Alfalfa, blue green algae, spirulina and kelp help repel.”
2. STAGNANT WATER
“It may contain harmful bacteria and parasites.”
3. CAR HEAT
“The car can heat up to temperatures not physically tolerable, due to lack of sweat glands in dogs. An outside temperature of 75 degrees will cause an internal temperature of 100 degrees in your car within ten minutes.”
4. WATER IN PLASTIC
“Avoid feeding water stored in plastic, especially in warm weather. When chemicals—such as BPA in plastic—heat up they leach into the water, making it carcinogenic.”