Aloe Vera in Veterinary Practice - using Aloe Vera for Pets and other animals
You probably did not know that some Forever Living Products can be safely used on your pets or other animals. Please discuss with your Vet if your animal is receiving treatment to ensure it is suitable. We do not advocate the use of Aloe Vera or Bee Products as a substitute for conventional treatment or therapy.
Forever Living Products are advised by David Urch BSc MA VetMB MRCVS. Initially studying physiology and nutrition at Leeds University, David followed this up with a Master of Arts in the Medical Sciences Tripos at Cambridge before completing his Veterinary Degree at Cambridge University in 1980. In 1982 he established his own practice alongside which he runs a mixed farm breeding competition horses. He started using Aloe Vera on his 'patients' in 1996 and wrote a book on his findings in 1999. He currently spends much time lecturing both public and veterinary professionals on the benefits of Aloe Vera to animals.
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Always consult a Veterinary Surgeon - self diagnosis can be dangerous. Never alter or stop medicines prescribed by a Veterinary Surgeon without first consulting them. Complementary medicinal herbs should be used to complement conventional veterinary medicine, never as a replacement.
Aloe Vera benefits are many, but the actual benefits depend on the individual case. It is always worth persevering with Aloe Vera and the Bee Products, as early results may not be apparent. If it does not work for you, there is a 60 day money back satisfaction guarantee on the products we sell. With Forever Living Products you are getting the whole benefits of Aloe Vera and Bee Products, and this is what makes Forever Living Products unique.
ALOE VERA & ANIMAL PRODUCTS
- Aloe Vera Gelly - Code 061
- Propolis Creme (aloe & beehive) - Code 51
- Heat Lotion - Code 64
- MSM Gel - Code 205
- Aloe Lips - Code 22
- Veterinary Formula (spray) Code 30
- Aloe Liquid Soap - Code 38/Aloe-Jojoba Shampoo 260
- Aloe Vera Gel - Code 015
- Aloe Freedom - Code196
- Bee Pollen (beehive product) - Code 26
- Bee Propolis (beehive product) - code 27
NATURAL STABILISERS IN ALOE VERA GEL
Sorbitol- a natural sweetener from corn or maize
Ascorbic acid (vit C) - antioxidant/lowers pH
Citric acid- a chelating agent from citrus fruits
Potassium Sorbate- an enzyme inactivator from berries of the mountain ash
Sodium Benzoate- an enzyme inactivator with antimicrobial action from fruit sources
Papain- a natural sweetener from papaya fruit
Xanthan Gum- a natural stabilising & emulsifying agent derived from kelp
Tocopherol (vit E)- a vitamin fortifier from vegetables & germ oils
Fructose- a sugar from fruit, enhances actions of other preservatives
Condition | Suggestions/Information |
|---|---|
| Skin Problems | Aloe Vera is an excellent preparation to use for skin conditions such as allergies, abscesses, fungal infections, pyoderma, and many types of dermatitis. The oral gel can be given in the food, and the topical varieties applied directly to the skin. Aloe Vera will decrease inflammation as well as helping to remove dead cells and discharges. It will encourage a suitable environment for regeneration of cells so aiding the healing of wounds. |
| Wounds and Burns | These respond particularly well to Aloe Vera. For a wound or burn to heal effectively it must be kept clean and moist witha supply of nutrients. It will also require air and may need protecting. Take care when removing dressings not to damage new cells. Aloe Vera can aid the natural healing processes and help secure the above objectives. |
| Digestive System | Aloe Vera can prove very beneficial in helping conditions of the digestive system, particularly where inflammation is involved. Conditions such as stomatitis, gingivitis, and oral ulceration can all be helped with aloe Vera. The most useful preparations for use in the mouth are those that are spray based and the gelly. More serious conditions such as vomiting and diarrhoea also often respond to oral administration of Aloe Vera Gel combined with bland diets. Always seek veterinary advice if symptoms persist or get worse. |
| Immune System | A number of animal diseases have their origin in the immune system. The most common are asthma, hay fever, rhinitis, arthritis, and lupus. The oral administration of Aloe Vera can be useful in chronic immunological problems. |
Ear and Eye Problems | One of the most common ear conditions is otitis externa where infection and inflammation develop in the vertical and horizontal ear canals. These are often mixed infections of mites, bacteria, fungi, and yeasts and may also involve foreign bodies such as grass seeds. Aloe Vera gel, Gelly and in combination with Bee Propolis can be very useful in treating this condition. Always ensure that a vet sees the ear so that causes such as foreign objects and tumours can be dealt with if present. Eye conditions are potentially more serious and should always be examined by a vet. A dilute solution of Aloe Vera can be helpful for conjunctivitis and keratitis. |
Aloe Vera Gel in equine gastric ulcer syndrome
There is now considerable evidence that gastric ulcers in the horse are much more common than we would expect. Leading reseachers such as M.J.murray have found that up to 93% of thoroughbred racehorses in training suffer from gastric ulcers. Simular studies have shown an incidence of nearly 60% in both performance horses and foals.
The top portion of the stomach is lined with epithelial cells simular to those found in the skin. the lower part is redder in colour and composed of glandular cells, which produce hydrochloric acid.
Ulcers predominantly occur in the non-glandular part of the stomach and are caused through increased exposture to the acid produced in the glandular part. The epithelial cells can be damaged after only a few minutes of exposture. These ulcers are very simular to the ulcers seen in humans suffering from gastric reflux.
The clinical signs shown by horses and foals suffering fron equine gastric ulcer syndrome(EGUS) are not specific since they can be associated with other diseases. Some common signs in adult horses are: poor performance, poor appetite, behavioural changes, dull, poor coats, weight loss, colic........ In foals : pot bellied, diarrhoea, poor coats, poor growth, salivation, teeth grinding, lying on back, colic.
It is likely that many horses will show reduced performance due to the presence of gastric ulcers, a very significant factor in race and performance horses.
Feeding horses in training are in general fed low fibre diets containing a high content of concentrate foods. The horse evolved to browse on high fibre herbage based on grasses and herbs and to do so for many hours each day. Many horses in training are given two or three large feeds daily with only limited access to roughage.
Training Horses evolved to keep on the move constantly and even have additional ligaments on certain joints so that they can sleep standing up. Horses in training are only given limited exercise daily.
Transport Race and competition horses are frequently transported long distances, which can result in stress leading to gastric ulcers.
Stable management Certain practices can lead to stressful situations resulting in stable vices such as crib biting, wind sucking, weaving and stable walking.
Medication A number of drugs can produce gastric ulcers, proberly the most well known are the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as phenylbutazone(bute)
Associated diseases Certain debilitating diseases can lead to the formation of gastric ulcers.
A number of methods are available to help the diagnosis of EGUS. Firstly it is apparent from the numerious published research papers that one should assume that most racehorses in training and a significant number of performance horses and foals suffer from EGUS.
Although the clinincal symptoms associated with gastric ulcers are helpful they are not specific and therefore can only be taken as suggestive requiring further investigation to confirm their existance. Similarly the response to treatment can also be an indicator that gastric ulcers may have been the cause of presenting symptoms.
Definitive diagnosis can only come froem gastric endoscopy where the lesions can be confirmed directly. Unfortunately this can be expensive and may require sedation of the horse both of which can produce resistance from the trainer.
When it comes to prevention and treatment it would appear that if trainers would change the management of these horses the majority of cases could be prevented. However these systems have been in place for centuriers and it is unlikely to change.
Drugs which inhibit the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach such as omeprazole(GastroGuard) have been used effectively. their problem is that they are expensive and are prohibited substances under the rules of racing.
Aloe Vera Gel has been shown to help prevent and heal gastric ulcers in a number of species. In all species where it is not possible to remove the cause, daily administration is required. To help prevent the occurance of gastric ulcers in horses it is recommended that they are given 120mls daily. In confirmed cases this should be increased to 250mls daily for grade 1, 500mls daily for grade 2, and 1 litre for grade 3. In cases of confirmed grade 2 and 3 it would be advisable initially to combine a product such as GastroGuard with the Gel until healing is complete.The horse should then be maintained permanently on 120mls Aloe Vera Gel daily to prevent recurrence
The Aloe Vera Gel will also have additional benefits for the horse such as improving the immune system, better hooves and coats as well as helping with any skin problems.
Aloe Vera Gel is not only economic to use but also it contains no substances, which are prohibited under the rules of racing. It therefore can be given to the horse permanently, which is very different from the situation when drugs are used.
LAMINITIS
Treatment of Laminitis
. Laminitis is an emergency condition and should be seen by a vet and farrier as soon as possible.
. Treatment for laminitis vary. Vets will give agents like analgesics to try and decrease the pain. They will also use other products to try and reduce the blood pressure, and others to cause vasodilation to increase the blood supply to the laminae.
. It is very important to stop the pedal bone (the bone that is actually inside the foot) from sinking or rotating. To prevent this happening, the frog needs to be supported. To achieve this put the pony in a stable with sand or damp shavings and allow this bedding to pack into the sole, thus supporting the frog. Alternatively plaster of Paris slippers can be used, or better still, the farrier can make a special shoe called a heart-bar shoe. The farrier may also carry out corrective trimming of the feet. Sometimes a dorsal wall resection will be carried out. The toe is cut back to allow the inflammatory fluids to escape from the sensitive laminae.
. Remove the cause of the laminitis. This usually means starvation, laxatives, high fibre diets and definitely no concentrates.
. Gentle movement helps the circulation, but too much movement can encourage the pedal bone to drop.
. Alternating the application of heat and cold is also very good. It is important to increase the circulation to the inside of the foot, which is helped by the application of warmth. Cold hosing or standing in a cold stream helps to relieve some of the pain, but too much will be counter productive as it will restrict the circulation.
. Aloe Vera can be used in conjunction with other veterinary preparations and must be administered under the supervision of a vet.
. At the first signs that a pony may be going down with laminitis, drench them with 200/300mls of Aloe Vera gel.
. Add 200mls of Aloe Vera gel to the diet per day. Once the symptoms have subsided, this can be reduced to 60mls per day.
. Applying Aloe Vera heat lotion to the coronary band also seems to help by relieving pain and increasing circulation.
. Ponies that seem to suffer acute attacks on a regular basis should be kept on a maintenance dose of about 60mls of Aloe Vera gel which can be added to a high fibre food once a day.
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