Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Upper Respiratory Tract Infections in Cats and Dogs
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If you notice the signs of lethargy, dog coughing, cat coughing, sneezing, fever and runny nose or eyes, then your pet is probably suffering from a cold or upper respiratory tract infection. You may also notice a decrease in appetite, or your pet stops eating all together. Dog coughing symptoms and symptoms of cat colds are similar to upper respiratory tract symptoms in your pet. Feline asthma can also have similar symptoms as a URI in cats.
Most cases of URI are treated with a conventional course of drug therapy (antibiotics, decongestants, anti-virals), rest, lots of food and liquids. A humidifier or steam may also be quite helpful in clearing the nasal passages. If there is any question, always take your pet to a veterinarian for proper diagnosis. Natural and holistic treatment of URI's in cats and dogs are also available.
PetAlive Respo-K is a 100% natural, safe and effective herbal and homeopathic remedy for treating and preventing colds and respiratory infections in pets. This is for acute treatment of colds and respiratory infections in pets; to reduce sneezing, dog coughing symptoms , cat coughing symptoms , watery eyes and nose; to decrease recovery time from respiratory infections; to strengthen your pet's immune system; and to prevent recurrence and for prevention of secondary infections of the sinuses or lungs.
This homeopathic remedy does not have any side effects as it is 100% natural, herbal and holistic. This will not react adversely with conventional treatment and may help to support immune functioning and cut recovery time for pets that are being treated by conventional medicines. However, this natural treatment is very effective as a stand-alone treatment and should quickly clear the symptoms of colds in cats and dogs. Although antibiotics may cause side effects and reduce immune functioning, for severe infections they may be necessary. This will then be an excellent additional treatment for treating the infection, reducing symptoms and strengthening the immune system.
It is important to seek medical care for your pet if he/she is showing no improvement within a week or if symptoms begin to worsen.
What else can you do to help your pet during a URI
" Your pet cannot blow its nose, so keep the area clean of mucus and discharge by carefully wiping the nose with a damp, warm rag or tissue when required.
" If your pet has lost his appetite, encourage him to eat by warming the food or serving more of his favorite food.
" Dehydration can be a problem in pets with respiratory infection due to loss of moisture from the mucus membranes as well as decreased intake of food and fluids. Encourage your pet to eat and drink by offering strong-smelling foods or even giving water with a syringe if necessary.
" Keep your pets' immune system functioning optimally to prevent all types of infection and disease. Help to boost your pet's immune system holistically through a healthy lifestyle involving regular exercise, balanced diet and our PetAlive Liver and Immunity Support.
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I have been interested in pet health issues since finding out how difficult and painful some pet illnesses can be. As an advocate for natural healing in pets and humans, I have done intensive research to bring information to all pet owners and pet lovers alike. I wish to share this information with you and hope that you and your pet can benefit from anything I can offer. For natural healthy treatments visit: http://pethealthymeds.com
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