Leptospirosis in Dogs- Natural Treatment with Herbal Products
Abstract
Leptospirosis is a potentially life-threatening disease that can affect dogs, and in some cases, it may not exhibit any symptoms at all. Dogs can recover from mild infections, but the duration of recovery can vary depending on the breed of the dog. The key question is how dogs contract leptospirosis in the first place. Some factors can raise the risk of getting infection, and if it occurs, your puppy may need medical assistance. Leptospirosis can manifest as either asymptomatic, with your dog becoming a carrier for years, or with severe symptoms. In this article, we will provide detailed information about leptospirosis and its impact on your pet, as well as discuss how specific Ayurvedic formulations can be used for its treatment.
Introduction
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can affect both pets and humans. It is caused by a bacteria called leptospira, which is found in soil and water worldwide. There are different strains of leptospira, some causing mild symptoms and others more severe. Leptospirosis can be transmitted from animals to humans, and it usually starts with flu-like symptoms in people. It can become serious and damage the liver and kidneys. Leptospirosis is more common in warm climates and during heavy rainfall. In dogs, they can get infected if their mucous membranes, like skin wounds or cuts, come into contact with contaminated urine, soil, water, food, or bedding. It’s important to take precautions to protect both pets and humans from leptospirosis.
Dogs that are at more risk
- Hunting and sporting dogs
- Woody area dogs
- Nearby farm areas
- Kennel lived dogs
Causes
Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that caused by a bacteria called leptospira, which is found in soil and water worldwide. There are different strains of leptospira, some causing mild symptoms and others more severe. It can be transmitted from animals to humans.
Signs and Symptoms
These can vary from one dog to other, some dogs show symptoms but some can just be a carrier for this infection. Following are some of the main symptoms
- Shivering fever
- Muscle tenderness
- Less water intake
- Changed frequency of urine, urges, and quantity
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dehydration
- Eyes Inflammation
- Severe lung diseases
- Kidney anomalies
- Lethargy
- Anorexia
- Hypo or hyperkalemia
- Hematuria
- Pyuria
Clinical Signs include
- Icterus
- Vomiting
- Vasculitis
- Nephritis
- Petechiae
- Anemia
- Difficulty in breathing
Diagnosis
Diagnosis can be made by performing
- Blood tests – CBC
- Urine analysis
- Serum electrolytes
General Treatment
In Modern medicines, the primary treatment is fluid therapy to reverse the dehydration. Supportive care is provided by the health premise. Antiemetics drugs, antibiotics and antihistamines are advised to take for a longer time. At present, there are some vaccines also available for protecting the dogs from leptospirosis.
Side effects
Antibiotics and antiemetics drugs cause serious side effects that can show impact on kidneys, lungs and liver.
How Ayurveda is better
In Ayurvedic medicines treatment of leptospirosis in dogs is successfully mentioned in Samhitas. Ayurvedic science not only heals the humans but also works on the body of animals too. Planet Ayurveda is a renowned Ayurvedic company that prepares medicines and also used to treat dogs or pets with their effective formulation. They have also manufactured some wonderful medicines for this disease.
Herbal Remedies by Planet Ayurveda for Leptospirosis in dogs
Planet Ayurveda is a GMP certified goods manufacturing company that prepares herbal articulations. Their manufactured herbal products are potent and their extracts are effective in managing various conditions. They produce their medicines without using any chemical, additives, dyes or any type of fillers. They are prepared by 100% natural herbs cultivated in fresh areas where pollution doesn’t harm the soil and air. These medicines are really potent and give positive results in recoveries. Here, are some herbal formulations for Leptospirosis in dogs
Product List
- Mutrakrichantak Churna
- Sanjivani Vati
- Punarnava Mandur
- Mahashankh Vati
Products Description
1. Mutrakrichantak Churna
This is a polyherbal formulation consisting of Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris), and many more wonderful herbs. These herbs help in reducing the harmful impacts on the kidneys and improves the normal functioning of kidneys. It reduces the chances of kidney failure and is helpful in increasing the filtration rate of liquids.
Dosage: one tsp twice a day mixed with meals.
2. Sanjivani Vati
This is a classical herbal formulation prepared by many useful herbs like shunti (Zingiber officinalis), vidanga (Piper retrofractum) , etc. this formulation helps in strengthening the immune system and hampers the aggravation of doshas, useful in maintaining the samavastha of dhatus, doshas and Agni. This works by enhancing the production of blood components that helps to reduce any type of bacterial infection.
Dosage: Two tablets twice a day mixed with meals.
3. Punarnava Mandur
It is also a classical polyherbal preparation consisting of punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa), pippali (Piper longum), haritaki (Terminalia chebula), and many more herbs. This herb is a wonderful choice of preparation when it comes to increasing the hemoglobin. It lowers the nausea and vomiting like feeling and helps in maintaining the health of kidneys as well as liver and other important organs.
Dosage: Two tablet twice a day mixed with meals.
4. Mahashankh Vati
This is a classical herbal articulation specially made to enhance the digestion power and helps in controlling the flatulence and bloating. In classics many herbs are mentioned in this preparation like chitrak (Plumbago zeylanica), danti (Baliospermum montanum) etc. these are helpful in relieving the spasmodic pain in abdomen. This acts as a great appetizer and helps in maintaining good gut health.
Dosage: Two tablets twice a day mixed with meals.
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Conclusion
Our beloved pets hold a special place in our hearts, filling our lives with joy, love, and the warmth of being cherished. However, it can be distressing when our furry friends fall ill, as we care deeply for them and fear their inability to express their pain. Yet, we have the power to be vigilant and care for our pets by observing their well-being and taking preventive measures. We can avoid exposing them to harmful bacteria by not letting them roam in areas that pose a risk to their health.
