Worms are a common problem for dogs. Worms can be caused by many types of worms including heartworms, hookworms, or whipworms. With concerns over prescription drugs, many people are turning to natural remedies to keep dogs healthy and worm-free. Fortunately, many foods and spices are able to eradicate many types of worms.
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Method 1 of 3: Using Spices to Get Rid of Worms
Step 1. Try using chamomile or pineapple weed
These two spices are great for preventing and eliminating roundworms and whipworms. Both spices also have many other health benefits such as calming and acting as an anti-inflammatory agent.
- For dogs weighing 13 kg, put teaspoon of the tincture directly in his mouth every few hours. If you make your own tea, use 1T every few hours.
- If you make your own tea, make sure that the dose is strong: 4 teabags (or 2T flowers) for every 240 ml of boiling water.
- Since chamomile is non-toxic, you can give it to your dog quite freely without having to worry about the side effects.
Step 2. Use turmeric
The antiparasitic ingredient of this ancient spice provides an environment that is not conducive to worms and heals the areas of the dog's digestive tract affected by worms.
- For dogs measuring 4.5 kg, give 1/8 to teaspoon turmeric daily. Make sure that the dog also drinks plenty of water to avoid constipation.
- Give turmeric once a day, after meals, for 1 week. For large dogs, give turmeric after meals every two weeks for 2 months.
- Long-term use can be harmful, so do not give it for more than 2 months.
Step 3. Try giving cloves
Although they are more effective when used in combination with other ingredients (such as wormwood or black walnut), taking cloves daily after meals can help get rid of worms.
- For small dogs, give of a whole clove crushed and mixed into the diet once a day for one week. Do not do this method in the second week, and give the formula with the same dose in the third week.
- For medium-sized dogs, use whole clove and give with the same conditions for small dogs.
- For large dogs, use 1 whole dry clove and give with the same conditions for small dogs.
Step 4. Consider using black walnuts carefully
Made from the bark of the seeds of the black walnut tree, this spice is great for getting rid of heartworms and intestinal worms. Although safer than most commercial deworming medications, you should use them with caution as black walnuts can be toxic if overused. Black walnut is one of the last resorts of herbal medicine.
Since the tannins and their alkaloids can be harmful to dogs, be sure to consult with your veterinarian first to find out the proper dosage and how to use it
Step 5. Use wormwood with extreme care
Some sites recommend this spice, but be careful when using it. Wormwood should only be used under veterinary supervision as it is known to have serious negative effects on a dog's nervous system, liver and kidneys.
Step 6. Make and give parsley water
Parsley water helps keep your dog's digestive system healthy and functioning properly during the deworming process. Parsley is rich in nutrients and acts as a diuretic to help expel stubborn worms.
- Bring 1 liter of water to a boil and add 1 bunch of fresh parsley. Then, reduce the heat and heat for 3 minutes. After that, strain, pour into a jar, and put the parsley water in the refrigerator. For dogs weighing 4.5 kg, give 1 T of parsley water once a day for 10 days.
- For dogs with kidney problems, replace parsley water with rooibos tea. Known to strengthen the immune system and prevent cancer and other ailments, rooibos contains no tannins and is much healthier for dogs with kidney problems.
Method 2 of 3: Using Fruits
Step 1. Use pumpkin seeds
The amino acid cucurbitacin in pumpkin seeds paralyzes and removes worms from the digestive tract. Pumpkin seeds are very effective and effective for eradicating worms, especially tapeworms and hookworms.
- Grind the pumpkin seeds to a powdery texture. Every day, give one teaspoon of pumpkin seed powder for each dog weighing 4.5-6.8 kg. Do this method for two weeks, then add the wheat bran: soak the bran in water and give 8 teaspoons of the mixture to dogs weighing 4.5 kg or larger. For small dogs, give a pinch of the mixture.
- You can even give pumpkin seeds directly as a treat. Just make sure to use the same dosing guide as previously mentioned. Also make sure to use organic, unsalted pumpkin seeds.
Step 2. Use grapefruit seeds
These very healthy seeds have many positive benefits for the human and dog bodies. Proven to fight 800 bacteria and viruses, grapefruit seeds also strengthen the immune system, fight cancer, and in this case, are natural ingredients to eradicate, weaken and expel parasites.
- Mash the grapefruit seeds until they have a powdery texture. Sprinkle 8 mg of grapefruit seed powder into dog food for every 1 kg of body weight. The period of use is not limited because grapefruit seeds are very beneficial for the dog's overall health.
- Try using grapefruit seed extract. You can buy it at the nearest health food store. For the minimum dose, give 5 drops of the extract directly for every 1 kg of body weight. For maximum dose, give 10-15 drops of extract for every 4.5 kg body weight.
Step 3. Mash the papaya seeds
Besides being rich in papain (an enzyme that destroys the outer layer of the body, causing the worms to weaken and come out of the intestinal wall), papaya seeds also help strengthen the digestive system.
Mash the papaya seeds until they have a powdery texture. For every 1 kg of body weight, sprinkle 8 mg of papaya seed powder into dog food. The period of use is not limited because papaya seeds are very beneficial for the dog's overall health
Step 4. Give the dog papaya
If the dog wants to eat it, give him papaya because the flesh of the papaya fruit also contains a lot of papain. You can use this method in conjunction with other methods, such as giving papaya seeds. That way, the dog will get more health benefits and not be completely dependent on a little papaya.
- Do not give too much papaya for effective results.
- Give the dog fresh or dried papaya. However, try to give organic papaya. Organic papaya has the most papain and is the healthiest choice for dogs.
Step 5. Give the dog dried figs
Because it contains a lot of the enzyme physine, consumption of figs will destroy the outer layer of the body, causing the worms to weaken and come out of the intestinal wall. However, don't overdo it. You can give 1 or 2 figs as a treat after eating.
Method 3 of 3: Using Food
Step 1. Use grated garlic
The use of garlic for pets is highly controversial, and some researchers warn of its risk of damaging the dog's red blood cells. Do your research before trying it, and don't overdo it. Having long been known to benefit the human immune system, garlic can also be a great option for getting rid of worms while strengthening a dog's overall immune system. Grated garlic mixed with fennel can get rid of worms quickly and efficiently. Be careful not to overdo it.
- Grate 1-2 cloves of garlic and leave it at room temperature for 10-15 minutes so that the garlic undergoes an enzyme change that produces allicin. Mix it with an equal amount of dill and give it at mealtimes (usually twice a day).
- For small dogs, use very small pieces of garlic. Adjust the amount and size of garlic according to the dog's size and weight.
Step 2. Give diatomaceous earth (DTE) which is safe for consumption
DTE that is safe for consumption is powder consisting of marine phytoplankton fossils. Its microscopic, knife-like edges eradicate parasites (such as worms) by cutting, scraping, and dehydrating them.
For small dogs, sprinkle 1T of diatomaceous earth into dog food once daily. For dogs that weigh more than 25 kg, sprinkle 1T of diatomaceous earth into dog food once daily. Be sure to mix it well because if inhaled, the dog's respiratory system can become irritated
Step 3. Drop the Oregon grape tincture in the dog's mouth
The roots of this plant are used for various health applications and have been scientifically proven to be effective against parasitic worms. This is because this fruit contains berberine, an antimicrobial alkaloid. You can buy it at the nearest health food store. The product may be labeled as an extract.
- Give 12 drops of Oregon grape tincture for every 9 kg of body weight.
- Do not give it to animals that have diabetes, acute liver disease, or are pregnant and lactating.
Step 4. Cleanse the digestive system
Although it doesn't work as a medicine, food can be very helpful in getting rid of parasites as well as improving the dog's overall health. Giving food will help restore the dog's organs as well as strengthen his immune system.
- Provide carrots, beets, and radishes. Giving T of these tubers will erode the intestinal lining mucus in a safe and healthy way (worms live in the mucus). These tubers will not be digested, absorbed, or change the pH balance in the dog's body. Together with deworming, these tubers help expel the detritus and make the dog's digestive system healthy and functioning properly.
- Apple cider vinegar will help heal your dog's digestive tract and relieve irritation caused by worms. Apple cider vinegar also makes your dog's coat look nicer, strengthens his immune system, and helps him absorb most of the nutrients from his food. Give 1T apple cider vinegar daily.
- Add half a capsule of cayenne pepper per 27 kg body weight to your dog's food daily. To get faster results, you can increase the dose to half a capsule per 11 kg body weight twice a day for 1 week.
