How Honey Can Improve Your Dog and Cat’s Health: The One Remedy You Need

A Powerful Remedy from Your Kitchen: Honey for UTI Relief in Dogs

In today’s newsletter, I’m sharing an amazing remedy that’s probably already in your kitchen — and it’s often overlooked in veterinary medicine: honey! The medicinal benefits of honey are astounding, and one of the most surprising uses is for treating Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in dogs.

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The Power of Honey: A Natural Remedy for Pets and People

Hi, I’m Dr. Andrew Jones, and today I want to talk about one of the easiest and most effective natural remedies you can use—honey. Not only is it a delicious treat, but honey has been used for thousands of years for its many medicinal benefits. It’s versatile, potent, and, as I’ll explain, can be a go-to remedy for treating various conditions in both humans and pets.

What is Honey?

Honey, produced by bees from nectar, is an ancient sweetener that has become a staple in many homes. It is rich in sugars like glucose and fructose, and contains a variety of minerals such as magnesium, potassium, calcium, and sodium. Honey also provides essential vitamins like B1, B2, B6, C, and several others, as well as trace amounts of copper, iodine, and zinc.

Honey is more than just a sugar substitute; it’s a nutrient-packed substance with many medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antibacterial effects. This makes it an excellent choice for healing wounds, soothing coughs, and even supporting digestive health.

Honey’s Healing Properties

A Natural Antiseptic

One of honey’s most significant benefits is its ability to heal wounds. Honey’s natural anti-inflammatory effects help speed up the healing process. It contains a mix of phytochemicals that combat viruses, bacteria, and fungi, making it an excellent alternative to traditional wound dressings.

Raw honey, for instance, contains small amounts of resins found in propolis—also known as “bee glue”—which bees use to seal the hive and protect it from bacteria and other microorganisms. This makes honey a potent natural antiseptic.

Research on Honey’s Health Benefits

The Healing Power of Honey

At the First International Symposium on Honey and Human Health, held in Sacramento, CA, experts shared research findings showing honey’s benefits in treating various health conditions. One of the highlights was that honey contains friendly bacteria, including Lactobacilli and Bifidobacteria, which may explain its therapeutic properties.

Another interesting finding is that honey can help with blood sugar control. The fructose-to-glucose ratio in honey is ideal for fueling the liver, which is central to glucose metabolism. Compared to other sweeteners, honey is better tolerated by the body and may improve blood sugar control and insulin sensitivity.

Honey also outperformed dextromethorphan as a cough suppressant for children, showing its potential in treating colds and coughs more effectively than traditional medications.

Honey and Wound Healing

For pets, honey can be an excellent treatment for wounds. Whether it’s a small scrape, a cat abscess, or an injury where the skin cannot be closed surgically, honey can help speed up healing. Simply apply honey to the wound and cover it with a bandage for optimal results.

Honey for Cough Relief

A Natural Cough Syrup for Pets

Honey is a wonderful remedy for soothing sore throats and calming coughs. I recommend mixing 2 tablespoons of honey with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and half a cup of warm water. Give it to your dog twice daily for relief.

A study from Penn State College of Medicine compared honey, honey-flavored dextromethorphan, and no treatment. The children who received honey showed significant improvements in cough frequency and severity, far surpassing the other groups.

Honey for Allergy Relief

Local honey is a fantastic natural remedy for allergies in dogs and cats. The tiny amounts of pollen in local honey can help your pet build up a tolerance over time, reducing their allergic reactions. I recommend giving your pet 1 teaspoon of raw local honey per 10 pounds of body weight daily for 60 days to test its effectiveness.

Honey for Digestion and More

Honey also supports digestion. You can mix it with apple cider vinegar and water to create a soothing drink that aids digestion and reduces joint inflammation.

For eye infections, dissolve honey in warm water and use it as a soothing eyewash for conditions like conjunctivitis. Honey can even help insomniac pet owners—hot milk with a spoonful of honey works as a mild sedative, aiding in restful sleep.

Honey for Urinary Tract Infections

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in dogs, and honey can be an effective natural remedy. A study found honey effective against the bacterial pathogens that cause UTIs. You can give your pet 1 teaspoon of honey per 20 pounds of body weight twice a day for 7-10 days to help treat UTIs.

Selecting Honey for You and Your Pet

When choosing honey, always opt for raw, unpasteurized honey. Ideally, choose locally grown varieties, as these will contain pollen from local plants, which can help your pet’s allergies. You can find this type of honey at health food stores or farmers’ markets.

Honey: A Natural Remedy for Pets

In veterinary medicine, honey is used for wound healing, cough relief, and allergy management. It’s a natural, effective option that can support your pet’s health in a variety of ways. I encourage you to try honey as a remedy for your pet’s wounds, coughs, or allergies, and see the benefits for yourself.

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