Cotton Ball Remedy Really Works!
DO NOT use this remedy IF:
What some say about our Cotton Ball Remedy advice
It is interesting to note that ones who post such negative comments have NEVER used our remedy for their dogs. How then can it be dismissed as bad advice? Do they give their dogs chew toys known to cause intestinal blockage such as tennis balls, pig ears, rawhides or cow hooves? Is it better to do nothing and allow your dog to die a slow, painful death? Let's do a reality check: Take SEVEN (7) large cotton balls, the most recommended for a 50+ pound dog and thoroughly soak them in water. Note how much cotton is actually there, not a lot. According to the directions, you are to tear the cotton balls into small pieces before giving them to your dog. This will allow the smaller pieces to migrate toward the sharp object and hopefully wrap around it or pad it before it exits the dog's intestines. Now YOU decide if this is an unsafe remedy or not. We suggest that after successfully using this method, you keep your dog on a bland diet for a few days to allow his system to fully recover. Click to read REAL LIFE EXPERIENCES from ones who have used the Cotton Ball Remedy! For the Cotton ball remedy you will need
Once eaten, this remedy will begin the process of bringing the foreign object out of your dogs system SAFELY. Give according to weight 5-10 lbs = 2 cotton balls. 10-50 lbs = 3-5 cotton balls. 50+ lbs = 5-7 cotton balls. Dogs seem to really like these strange "treats" and readily eat them. As the cotton works its way through the digestive tract, it will attract all the glass or bone pieces or any other sharp objects your dog may have swallowed, wrapping itself around them. Even the smallest bits of the object swallowed will be caught and wrapped in the cotton fibers. The cotton acts as a protective barrier for the intestinal wall, allowing for the object to be eliminated safely with the dog's next bowel movement. Expected Results: Your dog's stool will look odd for a few days as the cotton is eliminated from his system. Be alert for any signs of fresh blood in the stool as this could indicate small internal tears. You may want to consult with your vet if this is the case. In the majority of cases though, the dog is just fine. The cotton always comes out with the object safely embedded in it. Alternatives: Marshmallow root, not the candy marshmallows you buy in the store! It is an herb found at your health food store. This sweet herb serves as a lubricant and helps to expel, soothe and soften tissue while controlling bacterial infections. Also soothes inflammation in any hollow organ such as the lungs, food canal, urinary and reproductive system and will absorb mucous and poisons. Canned pumpkin in its pureed form (not pumpkin pie filling) is also a great stool softener and a natural remedy for constipation. It helps soothe an upset stomach or indigestion in both cats and dogs. It is very rich in fiber and one or two teaspoonfuls to your pet's food will get their system moving in no time. Salmon oil mixed in with some food also works well as a natural "lubricant". Only a couple of squirts (maybe 8-10) mixed in with soft food will help. Keep in mind that the above alternatives, although beneficial for helping to move things along the digestive tract, will NOT help to protect your dog's system by wrapping around the objects as will the cotton balls. Why Bones Are Hazardous Bones can scrape, puncture, or block the intestines. Cooked bones, which have had all of the moisture drained from them, become dry and brittle. As they move down a dog's intestinal tract, they splinter into tiny pieces as sharp as needles. This is how a dog may find itself in a life threatening situation. Turkey bones—whether they have meat on them or not—are the ultimate splintering bones, and should never be given to dogs! Any sharp point on a bone can scrape and cut your dog's gastrointestinal tract from the esophagus down to the rectum, causing damage on its way in or out. A sharp bone can even cause a perforation in your dog's tract. Bones may also get stuck in part of the tract and cause a blockage that does not allow food to pass. If a blockage has occurred a pet will usually:
Here is what occurs with a blockage:
A blockage left untreated will lead to:
Even if a bone doesn't result in a blockage, it can still cause an internal abrasion or perforation of part of the gastrointestinal tract. If your pet has an internal abrasion, he may:
If a perforation has occurred, your pet will:
This condition can lead to shock and even death if untreated. If you know your pet has eaten bones and you have tried the Cotton Ball Remedy or alternatives without success, call your vet as soon as possible! If your pet is not vomiting, the vet may have you feed a high-fiber diet and monitor your pet for 24 hours to see if any symptoms occur. Or he may have you come into the clinic so he can X-ray your pet's belly to see exactly where the bones are. The vet is likely repeat the X-ray later again to make sure the bones are moving. If the bones, or splintered portion of the bone has not moved or been dislodged, surgical removal is your only alternative. Bones that are caught in the esophagus may be removed with an endoscope (a flexible, fiber-optic scope that allows for surgery without an incision) under general anesthesia. If the esophagus is damaged, your vet may have to surgically repair it. Bones in the stomach can sometimes be removed by endoscopy but they are usually removed through traditional surgery by making an incision in the stomach. Bones in the small intestine are always removed surgically. If bones haven't gotten stuck by the time they reach the large intestine, they probably won't. But this doesn't mean that they won't cause a perforation. Bones that have made the trip all the way down the gastrointestinal tract sometimes get stuck at the rectum. These usually have to be removed with your dog under anesthesia, and the tissue has to be checked for injury and tears. Dogs who need treatment for bone ingestion are generally quite ill and often dehydrated by the time they are brought into surgery. They require intravenous fluid therapy during surgery and good monitoring afterward.
When Good Dogs Eat Bad Things
by Karen Klemens
Jake's story is horrible but all too common. His owner thought he was just giving his Rottweiler a bone -- a
chicken bone. The owner knew it wasn't the best thing to give Jake but didn't know why, and he certainly didn't think he was killing Jake. That's what happened, though.
Over the next few days, Jake died a slow, painful death. The splintered
chicken bones punctured the dog's gastrointestinal tract, causing deadly toxins to be released into his stomach. Jake became disoriented -- he wouldn't respond to his owner and he'd look around aimlessly. He also would regularly sit and, only using his front paws, spin around in one place. A short time later Jake succumbed.
Common and not-so-common household foods and products given to your dog can be deadly. And just in case you think turkey bones are safe, owner beware:
turkey bones splinter worse than chicken bones and can be just as deadly
if given to man's best friend. See also:
Toxic Dog Treats &
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