What safe homeopathic remedies can I give my dog for canine flu?

This is generally treated with supportive care. Antibiotics may be needed to treat secondary bacterial infections. Cough suppressants and bronchodilators are generally used as well. If severe, cases should be managed in the hospital setting. I hope this helps!

Legally, we are prohibited from recommending medications, even over the counter ones, in the absence of a physical exam and a patient-veterinarian-client relationship. The good news is that you can continue to feed Chou-Choi and offer Gatorade as you have been doing. Dilute the Gatorade with an equal amount of water. Feed him as much as he'll eat without getting sick. As long as he is eating a good quality food, he will begin to gain weight. Keep him warm and as stress free as possible. Keep his eyes, nose and mouth clear. If he seems congested, run a hot shower and place him in the bathroom (NOT in the tub) for 15-20 minutes. The steam will help loosen congestion. Since a veterinarian is unavailable, consider calling a local clinic and speaking directly with a doctor. Depending on local laws, the vet may be able to send you medication if indicated. You may need to bring him to a veterinarian if he does not show signs of improvement or continues to lose weight in spite of a healthy diet.

Unfortunately a part from nutritional support there is not much else you can do at home as Parvovirus infection is quite severe one and ideally requires quite intensive care (antibiotics, IV fluids, medications against diarrhoea and vomiting are often required). Make sure Viserion keeps eating and drinking and if not try to syringe feed him. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Thank you for posting your question. If you have introduced a new diet or treat prior to these symptoms arising, that could be the cause and could be a bit of dietary indiscretion. In regards to the canine flu, there are typically other symptoms that we will see and they do not fit the typical presentation. I would say that if their symptoms are no better after doing 24 hours of pepto bismol, I would have them checked out at the vet. Another possibility is that they both got into something toxic. If this is the case, then the sooner you get them in to be seen and tested, the better. Please feel free to contact me with any other concerns you may have. I am also available via consultation.

Cough and runny nose can be caused by an infection, heart problem or lung condition, it is important to first know the cause before treating it as treatment is different from condition to another. The most common disease causing cough is a viral/bacterial infection called Kennel cough, this disease usually resolves without treatment within a couple weeks but if the cough is too severe it is recommended to go to the vet in order to get cough medicine and antibiotics.

Hello. Homeopathic medications are basically useless for most conditions. There is no regulation or oversight in their preparation, so you take a chance every time you use one. The only way to ensure you are getting a relatively safe & effective product is to work closely with a Veterinarian who has been trained in eastern medication, & only after your pet has been thoroughly evaluated for medical issues. Why is your pet coughing? Is it due to heartworm disease, cardiac disease, pulmonary disease, tracheal disease, or chronic bronchitis? Once these conditions are discussed & diagnosed, then the right medications can be recommended. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

There are no proven holistic or natural remedies for such cases, there is very little to do regarding congestion even with conventional medications, if she has a hard time breathing your vet may prescribe brochodilatators such as theophylline or salmeterol.