Can you believe that about a
third of the body’s cells are dying at any given time and each cell has to
eventually be replaced? And there are
so many chemicals and toxins in the world today, that our bodies have to work
even harder.
Accumulated toxins as well as
normal dirt and debris encourage germs and parasites to flourish. They can also
lower energy levels by overburdening normal bodily functions. This toxin
buildup may not cause any one particular disease but can make a dog more
susceptible to infectious diseases and inflammation.
Luckily there are ways we can
help our pets. The first is exercise, the second is a day of fasting and the
third is regular grooming, which is what we are going to focus on here.
You may wonder why we have to
wash our dogs at all. Wolves in the wildlife never get bathed and they seem to
do just fine without all of that pampering. The main reason we have to wash our
pets is because they were bred to have abnormally long, curly or fine hair
which gets really dirty and matted. Certainly dogs will try to self groom with
their tongues and paws but with their long coats, they usually can’t do the job
alone. Nor should they. Dirt and debris left in the coat is dangerous for two
reasons.
1. Your dog will try to clean
their fur by licking it. So they will ingest things like lint, flakes of paint,
debris from automobiles and even asbestos fibers all of which can cause many
internal problems.
2. These same toxins in the
fur can cause skin irritations which leads to itchy
skin.
Here are a few of solutions:
1. Wash your dog with an all natural shampoo
every week or every month depending on the type of dog you have and your
lifestyle. Click here to read more about how often you should wash your dog.
2. Brush your dog daily.
Unlike humans who absorb most environmental allergens through their noses and
mouths, dogs tend to absorb allergens through the skin. Weekly bathing can
prevent itchiness, washing allergens away before they get a chance to penetrate
the skin. Also, frequent brushing stimulates skin health by bringing secretions
from oil glands onto the skin. It also helps to remove mattes from building up.
3. Give your dog a detoxifier
to help eliminate toxins more quickly. Healthy Skin Shiny Coat is an herbal
tonic that you give to your dog by mouth. It helps to reroute the toxins to the
kidneys and bowels so the skin will be healthier.
So contrary to popular belief
washing your dog every week to every month IS good for your dog and the reasons
are more than just skin deep.
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