Do we have a veterinarian retire/practicing here in the community? I have some questions about herbal treatments for small breed dogs I need to ask about to confirm some research I'd been doing to help alleviate flea infestations and skin issues. Just confirmation and assurance that I'm making a smart decision with treatment paths at the moment for home remedies. And yes, seeking advice to make sure I'm not harming either of the dogs I need to treat at my friends home. #DogsOfCoSo
To add to this why I'm asking. My friend has two smaller dogs, ones a mutt about the small/medium size, and the other is a chihuahua. Both are middle to elder aged and within good weights and health otherwise, but they are heavily infested with fleas and have lesions in their skin from their biting and scratching. I did some digging around to look for herbal treatments because money is tight here for my friend and learned that rosemary, when rendered into a strong cool tincture can be used. 1/?
@PaganMother Camphor, the compound found in rosemary can be toxic to the dog. Here's some links. And while they contradict each other, I also know that any 'mint/eucalyptus/tea tree oils are also toxic to dogs. Camphor to me would fall into the same category.
https://wagwalking.com/condition/camphor-topical-poisoning
Dawn dish washing liquid is another safe option.
@mistressticia I think we have some Dawn here, thank you I appreciate the response!
@PaganMother You're welcome!🙂