Product Review: Humane Healing Dog Wound Ointment & Spray

Now available to dog owners – not just veterinarians – Humane Healing dog wound ointment and spray promotes  safe and faster healing of common dog wounds such as hot spots, punctures, lick granulomas, lacerations (cuts), abscesses  burns, incisions, abrasions, etc. Using organic salts and minerals, this line of wound care is non-toxic, so if your dog licks it, he or she will not be ingesting harmful chemicals.

These are the only dog wound first aid products scientifically proven to reduce healing time, according to the company. They are free of antibiotics, non-caustic and non-steroidal.

I wondered how to test a canine wound ointment if my canines didn’t have a wound. But then our four-mont-old puppy, Benelli, swallowed some hair accessories of my girls’ and it was off to emergency surgery. $1,700 later, we had a sore and groggy but otherwise safe puppy with a long incision on her tummy.

I used the spray and ointment on her as she was confined to lots of crate rest and the dreaded cone. We could let her out to go outside and do her business, and for short leg-stretching sessions (always on leash). I was glad that I didn’t have to worry about what would happen if she were to lick some of the ointment or spray before we could stop her. Her poor tummy had been through enough. She healed quickly and within three days, we were able to liberate her from the crate for extended periods. Removal of the staples went smoothly, in part due to the good healing that had gone on while they were in.

Both products had a very VERY light odor, with no trace of fragrance. The ointment smells faintly salty, and the spray has a delicate medicinal smell, but not at all objectionable. The ointment absorbs quickly yet stays on the affected area. Both are clear.

The only (minor) issue I had was that one of the spray bottles didn’t spray. I tried hot water and anything else I could think of to get it to work, but it never did. Might have been a bad batch, which happens to everyone. I’m glad I got two to test. The other one worked fine. If you buy some in the store, ask if you can spray your hand before you leave to make sure the spray nozzle works.

The ointment lasted a long time. Of course, it depends on the size of the wound and how much you apply, but I did not use the whole tube for my puppy’s 6-inch wound. The spray will give you around 200 sprays. Since the expiration date is nearly two years away, I’m going to keep the rest in my doggie first aid kit.

I really liked these products. They’re natural, effective and user-friendly. I would recommend any dog owner have some in the house for emergencies. You just never know when your dog is going to get an infection, scrape, or other minor injury.

Price: $29.95 each

Manufacturer: http://www.HumaneHealing.com

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Product Review: Humane Healing Dog Wound Ointment & Spray

Now available to dog owners – not just veterinarians – Humane Healing dog wound ointment and spray promotes  safe and faster healing of common dog wounds such as hot spots, punctures, lick granulomas, lacerations (cuts), abscesses  burns, incisions, abrasions, etc. Using organic salts and minerals, this line of wound care is non-toxic, so if your dog licks it, he or she will not be ingesting harmful chemicals.

These are the only dog wound first aid products scientifically proven to reduce healing time, according to the company. They are free of antibiotics, non-caustic and non-steroidal.

I wondered how to test a canine wound ointment if my canines didn’t have a wound. But then our four-mont-old puppy, Benelli, swallowed some hair accessories of my girls’ and it was off to emergency surgery. $1,700 later, we had a sore and groggy but otherwise safe puppy with a long incision on her tummy.

I used the spray and ointment on her as she was confined to lots of crate rest and the dreaded cone. We could let her out to go outside and do her business, and for short leg-stretching sessions (always on leash). I was glad that I didn’t have to worry about what would happen if she were to lick some of the ointment or spray before we could stop her. Her poor tummy had been through enough. She healed quickly and within three days, we were able to liberate her from the crate for extended periods. Removal of the staples went smoothly, in part due to the good healing that had gone on while they were in.

Both products had a very VERY light odor, with no trace of fragrance. The ointment smells faintly salty, and the spray has a delicate medicinal smell, but not at all objectionable. The ointment absorbs quickly yet stays on the affected area. Both are clear.

The only (minor) issue I had was that one of the spray bottles didn’t spray. I tried hot water and anything else I could think of to get it to work, but it never did. Might have been a bad batch, which happens to everyone. I’m glad I got two to test. The other one worked fine. If you buy some in the store, ask if you can spray your hand before you leave to make sure the spray nozzle works.

The ointment lasted a long time. Of course, it depends on the size of the wound and how much you apply, but I did not use the whole tube for my puppy’s 6-inch wound. The spray will give you around 200 sprays. Since the expiration date is nearly two years away, I’m going to keep the rest in my doggie first aid kit.

I really liked these products. They’re natural, effective and user-friendly. I would recommend any dog owner have some in the house for emergencies. You just never know when your dog is going to get an infection, scrape, or other minor injury.

Price: $29.95 each

Manufacturer: www.HumaneHealing.com

Lisa Woody is a former magazine editor and professional product tester for 15 years. She has been a pet products e-tailer for 8 years and loves to find out what's new and what works for dogs.

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Bird bathing: mist, spray, or dunk?

I am always amazed when I ask bird owners whether their birds bathe, and they tell me that they are afraid to mist their birds, especially during winter, because they might get too cold.

Birds live outside and frequently bathe in the early morning. Even if they are outside in warm climates, it is unlikely that the inside of an owner’s home is colder than a wild bird’s environment in the early morning. So, fear of chilling a bird with a bath is generally unfounded (unless, of course, you live in the Arctic).

Birds vary greatly in the ways they choose to bathe. And while they do not generally like those fancy lavender-scented bird “shampoos” we silly humans think they should (and with good reason, because nothing should be sprayed on a bird, other than water), some birds love the feeling of the mist from a shower or a bottle sprayer, while others like to dunk themselves in a water bowl. The best way to figure out how your feathered friend prefers to bathe is to experiment with different methods, and see how he reacts. Here are some approaches you might try:

Showering: Since birds are naturally social creatures, living in flocks of hundreds to thousands in the wild, they often enjoy a taking a shower with their owners – their flock mates. Various special shower perches that suction cup to tile are available to allow birds to take part in their owner’s daily ritual. When introducing your bird to the shower, be patient, at first. Allow your bird to watch you in the shower before trying to convince him to join you. Place the shower perch outside of the shower, and then slowly move the perch into the back of the tub as your bird becomes more accustomed to the sounds and sensations of bathing. Remember to go slowly; your bird should decide on his or her own that the shower is a friendly place that poses no threat to his or her safety.

Misting: Another method to encourage your bird to bathe is misting. Many birds prefer a fine mist from a clean spray bottle. As many of the avian species we keep as pets originate from tropical climates and are not used to living in dry weather, the spray not only helps to clean their feathers and minimize feather dander, but also keeps their nasal passages hydrated. If you use a spray bottle, don’t spray the bird directly; instead, spray above your bird, and allow the mist to slowly fall on him or her.

Dunking: Some birds like to bathe themselves in a bowl of water. Many bird supply stores have fancy bird baths that clip to the inside of the cage and vary in size to match the size of your bird. Even without a fancy bird “spa,” you can see if your bird will dunk him or herself by placing a bowl of warm water in the cage and providing him or her enough room to step into it; chances are that your bird’s natural bathing instincts will take over, and he or she will be happily splashing about in no time.

Whatever method you and your bird choose, don’t rush the process, be sure the water is always fresh and clean, and don’t be afraid to allow your bird to do this every day if he or she enjoys it. Bathing is safe, great for feathers and skin, and a terrific way for you to bond with your birdie buddy.

Photo credit: Bathing parrot, photography.nationalgeographic.com

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Grannick's Bitter Apple for Dogs Spray Bottle, 16 Ounces

Grannicks Bitter Apple taste deterrent and training aid for dogs. Bitter taste and smell work together to keep puppies and dogs from fur biting, hair chewing and hot spots. Safe and non-irritating.

Price: $20.73

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Innotek Anti-Bark Spray Collar, Citronella

This collar uses non-toxic citronella spray to stop nuisance barking. Each time your dog barks, a microphone picks up the sound of it's bark and instantaneously a small spray of citronella is released in front of your pets nose. They hear it, see it and smell it. With a dogs heightened sense of smell, this is quite bothersome. Citronella is totally safe for dogs, humans and the environment. Each anti-barking system comes with a bark unit, a collar that adjusts up to 27" with a a quick snap closure, one can of citronella spray (approx. 300 sprays) and a 6-volt alkaline battery. Use citronella refills only.

Price: $69.95

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