What is tea tree oil? Tea tree (melaleuca alterifolia) oil is a highly potent oil extract from the tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) found in Australia, and is a traditional herbal remedy of Australian aborigines. Terpinen-4-ol, one of the main active ingredients, reduces swelling in inflamed … [Read more...]
Olive Leaf
December 13, 2011 by
What is olive leaf? Olive leaf extract is taken from the tree Olea europaea. Why recommend administration of olive leaf to my pet? Olive leaf extract exhibits both anti-viral and antibacterial effects; it may also be effective against various yeast infections (Candida, ringworm.) The … [Read more...]
Common Diseases Of Pet Hedgehogs
December 12, 2011 by
What are some of the common diseases of pet hedgehogs? Common conditions of pet hedgehogs include parasites, ringworm, cancer, and pneumonia. What are the signs of these diseases? Both internal and external parasites are seen in hedgehogs. Internal parasites ("worms" and protozoa) can cause … [Read more...]
Ringworm In Dogs
December 9, 2011 by
What is ringworm and what causes it? Ringworm or dermatophytosis is the common name given to a fungal infection of the superficial layers of the skin, hairs and nails. The name comes from the classical appearance of a C-shaped red raised ‘ring’ marking the boundary of inflammatory lesions … [Read more...]
