Natural Rx To Get Rid Of Fleas!

                         Curing Flea With A Cupboard Favorite!
Is your dog suffering from a flea infestation? Is your house overrun with
fleas?
Well, before you run out and get flea sprays and flea collars, hold on.

Flea sprays and collars may get the job done, but they may also
put your family's and your pet's health at risk.
Why? These products are made with chemicals that may kill fleas,
but they can also cause respiratory problems, skin irritation,
red eyes,  and other problems.

So, what do you do? Head to your cupboard and grab the salt.
That's right- The stuff you're Dr. keeps warning you about is a natural
solution to getting rid of fleas.

The Salt Cure:
Get a big pail, pour in about a gallon of water, add 1/2 cup of salt,
and stir well. Use this mixture to wash down your doghouse, the dog,
the floor where the pet bowls sit and the pet bowls.
The salt dehydrates and kills both the fleas and their larvae, leaving
his (or her) living space flea-free and giving him (or her) the relief to
sleep through the night.
And one more tip: Make sure your dog doesn't have any open sores
or the salt will sting.

That's it- An all-natural alternative to flea sprays and flea collars.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Getting Rid Of Pet Hair!

                 Lifting Pet Hair From Furniture!
There are many joys with owning a pet, cleaning up all of that
pet hair isn't one of them. Here's an easy and simple solution
for cleaning up excess hair.
Take an old pair of panty hose you don't wear anymore,
(must be clean pantyhose) stick your hand in one leg,
then run your hand over the furniture.

The tightly woven nylon fibers will easily pick up the stray hairs.
And if you want to clean up the hair under the bed or couch, slip
a pair of pantyhose over the end of a broomstick, place a rubber
band on the end to secure it and slide it around for a minute or two.

That's It- A simple solution for an unending problem.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Protecting Shoes From Dogs!

                 Natural Rx To Keep Shoes Safe!
Has your dog been using your expensive shoes as "chew toys?"
It's happening for a number of reasons: boredom, they're attracted
to the scent or anxiety.

If you want to put an end to it-try this simple tip...
Place a line of cayenne or black pepper right along
the spo twhere you store your shoes. If they're in the closet,
place a line of cayenne pepper right in front of the closet.
The reason for the pepper? Your dog will head to closet,
start sniffing and get a whiff of black or cayenne pepper.
If he or she does it a few times, they'll get the sneeze attacks,
take the hint and look for something else to chew on.

You may have to change the pepper after a day or two, it does
lose its effectiveness.

That's it- a simple solution for a serious and sometimes
expensive doggy habit.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Natural Rx To Quiet An Anxious Pet!

                               Soothing An Anxious Pet!
Does your dog get jumpy and anxious around guests?
Does he or she make a dinner party or a picnic unbearable?
Try this simple tip to make your next dinner party or picnic
a success.

The tip: Toss a few fabric toys into your hamper, leave them in
there for a few days.  And just before your dinner party or picnic
give your dog the fabric toys.

Why do this?
The toys will have the scent of family members and should comfort
your  dog should he or she start to feel edgy, anxious or fearful,
allowing you and your guests to have a quiet and peaceful party
or picnic.

This tip will also work for puppies who are new to your home or
dogs who are left alone for long periods of time.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Sweet Treat Rx To Conquer Doggie Breath!

                        Stopping Doggie Breath!
Brushing your dog's teeth regularly or giving him or her dog biscuits only
stops their bad breath for a short while. Here's another weapon to fight
against their bad breath... It's a freezer treat.

Combine 1/4 cup of shredded carrots, 1/2 cup of chopped fresh mint and
1 tbsp.of lime juice.  Pour this into an ice cube tray and then pour in
some water. Place it in the freezer and leave it. And next time your precious pooch's breath is foul, take a cube out (only one) and let him or
her chew on it.

How will this treat help?
The ingredients work together to stimulate saliva flow, helping to flush
odor-causing bacteria. And it will help you feel comfortable receivng
a doggie kiss again.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Lip Balm Rx For Dogs and Cats!

                             Protect The Paws!
That low cost tube of lip balm you have in your purse or pocketbook can do
a number of things, like...
1) Dye Job-Keeping hair dye from going into your eyes, (place some on your
forehead, it'll prevent the dye from getting into your eyes)
2) Sweat it out- Prevent sweat from getting into your eyes. (Place some
lip balm on your eyebrows).
3) Stop the Bleeding- Nick your leg during shaving?
Place a dab of lip balm on the cut.
And now that low-cost tube of lip balm will help your dog or cats
during the Winter season. How?
Before walking your dog or letting your cat outside, wipe down their paws
with lip balm.
That's right- The moisturizer in lip balm acts an invisible barrier between
their delicate paws and the unforgiving conditions outside. Plus,
the camphor in the balm soothes your dog's pads and heals any minor
abrasions he or she might have.

So, next time you pick up some lip balm, buy an extra tube
for your dog or cat.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalRxs!

Teething Rx For Cats!

               Stop Cats From Chewing On Cords!
Although the holidays are over, it still means you have to
keep an eye on your cat(s).
How so? If you had a tree and all of the trimmings, then you also
had a number of electrical cords lying around. Cords that cats love to
chew on.

If your cat is the type that loves to chew on cords, do the following to
stop him or her.
The tip:
Grab a bar of  fragant soap and rub it up and down the cord.
Once your cat tastes the bitter cord, he or she will be so turned off,
they'll never touch the cord again.
And if it happens again, just apply more soap.
Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Stop A Cat From Unrolling The Toilet Tissue!

                  Cats and Toilet Paper!
Cats playing with toilet paper seems to be commoplace, like dogs drinking
out of the toilet. If it's happening in your house-use this simple tip and put an
end to it.

The tip: Install the roll of  paper so the edge of the toilet paper rolls
out from underneath the dispenser's bar, When your cat discovers they can't
undo the roll anymore, they'll stop trying. And after that, put the roll of toilet
paper up any way you want.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Finding Dog Parks In Your Town!

                         Discovering A Park For Your Dog!
It's no secret-dogs need exercise, only problem-
You're not sure where to walk your special pooch.
Well, someone was listening, log onto a site called-
DogPark.com for a full list of parks across the U.S.
and Canada.

And if you don't find a park in your area- that's okay,
check out the site's section called "Dog Park Basics"
for tips on how to start a dog park in your town.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Milk Baths For Your Dog!

                               A Secret For Softer Fur!
Are you spending lots of money on special lotions, potions and vitamins
for your dog(s)?
Do these lotions, potions and vitamins promise to make your dog's coat
silky smooth? Well, if the lotions, potions and vitamins work and
you're satified, go ahead and continue to buy them, but if they're
not working, try something that your grandma or mom may have
bought yrs. ago.

That something: Powdered Milk!
Yes, that old standby that was kept in the cupboard, can now help
your dog get a silky, smooth coat.
Why powdered milk?
The enzymes in milk, dissolves the oils and dirt in your dog's coat,
while neutralizing the unpleasant odors. Plus, the powder's
lactic acid softens their fur and makes it silky-smooth to boot.

So, next time you purchase groceries, pick up a box or two
of powdered milk, and add a cup or two to his bath, put
your dog in, massage the milk-treated water into his fur,
and to finish up- just use some shampoo as you normally would.
Important tip: The powdered milk of yesterday was a whole lot cheaper,
if you do plan on buying some-be prepared to spend some money.
Or buy a cheaper generic brand.

That's it- A simple solution to helping your dog look their silkiest,
smoothest and sexiest best.

Easy Rx For bathing A Cat!

                          Cat Baths Made Easy!
Bathing a cat is one of those things you really want to avoid, like
cleaning the gutters or balancing a checkbook or doing taxes.
Unfortunately, it has to be done.

Here's a trick from a Veternarian that might make it easier.
The trick:
Put an old towel on the bottom of the tub, add some water,
then set Kitty down on the towel. Bathing the cat this way,
prevents his or her paws from touching the cold slippery surface
of the tub and they'll be able to dig into the towel and hopefully,
release some stress and tension. And with his or her paws occupied,
you can safely and easily get the job done.

Hey, this sounds good for dogs as well, hope it helps!

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Steve Jobs' Rx For A Healthier Cat!

                          An iPad For Your Cat!
Are you a cat owner? Do you leave your cat home alone for a number of hours?
Are you concerned that they may be bored and getting into things...
like your plants, the cupboards or the garbage?

Well, worry no more- thanks to one of the greatest minds of the last 100 yrs.-
your cat's days of boredom may be a distant memory.
First the genius: Steve Jobs and his invention: The iPad!
And the way it alleviates cat boredom: Free Apps.

That's right- chronically bored indoor cats are less healthy than their
outdoor and stimulated counterparts, and bored cats can cause all kinds
of problems.
But thanks to some very creative minds- there are a number of free apps
that'll appeal to your cat's sense of adventure and playfulness.

The Apps:
a) Cat Fishing.
b) Pinata Fiesta.
c) Tasty Treasures Hunt.
d) Party Mix-up.
e) Litter Bug.
These games encourage your cat to have fun pawing
at colors, fish and birds. Find them at GamesForCats.com
and on iTunes.
Important tip: Bare glass tablet screens stand-up to a cat's
claws, but add-on plastic screens might not.

So, break out the iPad or Android tablet and let the cat games begin.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Pet Rxs Just For Seniors!

                      Senior Citizens and Pets!
Senior citizens who care for a pet benefit greatly-health-wise.
Benefits like lower blood pressure, less lonliness, less risk
of getting a cold and stronger immunity.

Now for the downside: Increased Chances For A Fall!
That's right- according to new research, of the more than 90,000
falls treated last yr. about 3/4 of them involved a pet.
Your Mom gets up in the middle of night and doesn't see her cat,
Dad runs in from outside to take a call, and his dog runs with him
thinking it's play time and voila- he falls.
And one of the biggest hazards: A sleeping Pet!
Since they're silent and motionless, Mom, Dad,
or Auntie may not see them underfoot.

So, what do you do to help lower these numbers? A few things like...
a) Set up a pet bed away from high-traffic areas.
b) Place a bell around his or her neck (the pet's) to let your elderly
family member know where they are at all times.
c) Or send your dog to obedience school and train him or her
to walk alongside (and not under) their owner.
And sorry-this won't work on cats. (the obedience tip).

That's it- A few tips for an elderly family member and their pet.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Gift Rx To Eliminate Pet Messes!

                        Christmas Rx For Less of a Mess!
Did you receive any boxes this Christmas that had bubble wrap
in them? You know, the stuff you or your kids love to snap, crackle
and pop?

Well, believe it or not-there are a number of things you can do with
bubble wrap and one of those things involves your pets.
Yes, pets and bubble wrap- how so? Less mess around their feeding areas!

If you're tired of cleaning up the mess your dog or cat creates when
they eat, allow the Christmas or gift box wrap give you some peace of mind.

Place some bubble wrap under their dishes and the bubble wrap will
catch any flying food in its nooks and crannies.
And when your dog is finished, take up the bubble wrap and when your pet
is ready to eat again,  just put down a new clean piece of bubble wrap.

That's it- your tip for keeping your pet's area neat and tidy.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Tyra Bank's Favorite Moisturizer For Your Pooch!

                          Healing With Petroleum Jelly!
If you read our post about Tyra Banks' favorite way to keep her
skin youthful, then you know it's Petroleum Jelly!
(Read it at RedCarpetRxs.blogspot.com)

Well now, America's oldest and cheapest moisturizer can help your
pooch, how? By healing his or her damaged paws that take a beating
in the Winter and Summer.
Cracked paws due to overuse can be quite painful, but thanks to
vaseline-he or she may not have to suffer any longer.

For quick relief, apply a small amount to each paw, then use your
fingertips to gently massage the vaseline into the pads.
Thanks to the mineral oil and paraffin in the vaseline, your pooch's
paws will be lubricated and start healing from all of the walking and
running that they do.

Repeat once a week to keep their paws well moisturized.
Another tip: After applying the vaseline, I'd confine him or her
to their "special area" so they won't get vaseline all over the rest
of the house.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

A Natural Rx For A Wandering Dog!

                          Getting Back Your Wandering Pooch!
You bring your dog to the local park and take his or her leash off and
in no time- your dog is running away, far away from you. You call and call-
but he or she isn't hearing it, Ah- what do you do?

Well, don't kill him or her, do this instead...
Call him or her and start running in the opposite direction,
your dog should chase after you, thinking you're playing a game.
When he or she does get close enough, give them a treat, ( a biscuit,
a piece of beef jerky or half a rice cake) . And when they take the treat,
put the leash back on. 

After this, you may want to walk him or her first and tire them out and then
taket he leash off, or get a longer leash and maintain control throughout the visit
to the park.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

A Slimming Snack For A Paunchy Pooch!

                           Natural Treat For Your Dog!
Is your dog carrying a few extra pounds? Does he or she love table scraps?
Well, human food can also give them human weight problems, but there's a
solution. The solution is a snack many American women eat to stop their
mindless snacking and to lose weight as well.
The Snack: Rice Cakes!
That's right- that bland tasting snack favorite can help Fido or
Fifi, just like it helps women.
Dogs love the crunch and the flavor, plus it's available right
at the Supermarket.
And one more tip-- don't add peanut butter or bacon grease to them,
you'll just make losing weight even more difficult.

So, if your pooch wants that high fat dog biscuit or fat from the
steak, say oh-no and bring out the rice cakes.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!

Curing The Hair Balls!

                           Curing Kitty's Hairballs!
Ah hair balls, a problem cat owners everywhere obsess about.
If you're dealing with this very problem...
look below and try the natural solution

The Cure:
Add a tsp. of vegetable oil to their food once a week.
The vegetable oil will lubricate his or her digestive tract,
making it easier for your kitty to pass the hair, instead of
ingesting and coughing it up later as hair balls.

And don't worry, vegetable oil is tasteless and won't harm their
stomachs like extra virgin olive or coconut oil might.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalRxs!

Traveling Rx For Cats!

                         Easy Solution For Cats and Their Carriers!
Tired of struggling with your cat and their carrier.
Not anymore, try this..

Turn the crate onto its back end (so the open door faces up),
then grab your cat by the scruff of their neck, holding her hind
legs with your other hand, and carefully lower her or him into the
carrier, legs first.

Why this method? It prevents them from seeing the crate's opening,
and saves you from a long struggle. Once they're inside,
quickly latch the door, and carefully turn the crate upright
and go about your business.

That's it- a simple solution for a sometimes time consuming and
troublesome chore.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalRxs!

Curing An Upset Stomach!

                       Curing Doggy's Stomach Woes!
If your beloved pooch has ever had stomach problems, then you know
all about the heartache... What is It? Is it something more serious?
How much will the vet bill be? Why does he or she have diarrhea?
On and On.

But wait, there's something out there that may bring blessed relief
and it won't cost you a small fortune.
That something: Potatoes!
That's right- the low cost tuber may work better than a lot of
drugs your vet might prescribe.
Why potatoes?
They contain stool-solidifying starches.

So, head to the pantry and get a potato,  a large one and boil it,
 until slightly soft , (leave it plain and cut it up)
and give your dog a small amount. Give larger dogs
a serving of potaotes- 3 to 4 times a day,
and smaller dogs should get about 2 to 3 servings per day.
You may want to check with your Vet on the exact amount.

And when you see that your dog is healthy again,
give him or her, their regular food.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
AllNaturalPetRxs!