There are many causes of disease and each individual is vulnerable to different things. Toxins that negatively affect one person or animal may affect another completely different or not at all. Also, the threshold of the accumulative effects of toxins and other stressors on the body also varies by individual.
A few of the most significant disease causing agents that are harmful to humans as well as our dogs and cats are listed below:
Vaccines – these can damage the immune system by overstimulating and weakening the body. All too often pets have reactions shortly after receiving vaccinations, such as rashes, swellings, allergies, auto-immune diseases, and cancer.
Toxic Chemicals – these can be released into the air and absorbed into the body. The list is many, but some common ones include household cleaners, yard chemicals such as fertilizers, weed killers and pest repellents and certain plastics used in bowls, toys, and beds. As well as additives and coloring agents often found in processed foods.
Heavy Metals – these are found in the environment, our foods, and used in vaccinations and have been proven to damage the nervous system.
The following is just some of the ways in which we can help our pets and reduce our exposure to these disease causing agents which have been proven to cause harm:
• Reduce the use of vaccinations in your dog or cat. Evaluate your risks based on your exposure and give only the core vaccinations needed. When you do vaccinate, never do more than one at a time and wait at least two weeks between vaccinations to give the body a chance to recover. Run titers annually thereafter to verify immunity. Additional booster shots will not protect your pet any further.
• Eliminate chemical insecticides and replace with nontoxic alternatives. There are many natural insect repellents for home use and for topical use on humans as well as dogs and cats.
• Stop using herbicides altogether, not only are you putting your own family at risk, you are also putting everyone around you at risk. There are natural alternatives to help eliminate weeds and turn your grass green.
• Avoid products that contain BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin, GMOs and others. Start eating and providing your pets with fresh foods instead of processed. Use organic and locally sourced products whenever possible.
As general good practice you should increase your intake and provide your pets with detoxifying foods (appropriate amounts based on species, size, age, health condition,… of course) such as raw leafy greens, apples, garlic, and fresh herbs.