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Keeping Your Dog PH Balanced and Healthy

Candida Albicans is a fungus/yeast and a common microorganism that lives in the gut of a humans and dogs. But when there is an "overgrowth" of this fungus/yeast in the gut, it is called a Systemic Yeast Infection, and it affects the health and well-being of the whole animal or human.

Yeast infections are a very common cause of tear stains, strong doggie "odor", skin disease, "leaky gut" syndrome, excessive licking or scratching, ringworm, waxy skin, a white tongue, hives or rashes, chronic infections, chronic cough, crusty skin, and discharge from the eyes, nose or ears, etc.

Putting a teaspoon of natural apple cider vinegar per quart of water in your dog's water bowl can clear up most active yeast infections and prevent future infections. Apple cider vinegar tablets can be used if your dog refuses to drink the treated water. A dog's (and human's) system should be PH balanced (between acid and alkaline), and apple cider vinegar adds the acid that many of us are lacking.

Apple cider vinegar (in its natural form from a health food store, not the pasteurized version from the grocery store) is a natural antibiotic, antiseptic, and deodorant; helps digestion and to remove tooth tartar; prevents tooth decay and hair loss (even mange), prevents and heals gum disease and skin problems; and will discourage fleas. It's a great holistic remedy that may help promote balance in your dog so your best friend can live a happy and healthy life.

About the Author:

This article is one in a series of pet tips from FETCH a Cure to help conscious pet owners become more aware and educated on simple things they can do to keep their animals happy, healthy, and free from danger. FETCH a Cure is a from-the-heart, 501c3 non-profit organization; created and run by those who have been faced with cancer and inevitable aging in their own pets.