Natural Flea Killer

[morgan]

Came across this webpage whilst looking for something else and was intrigued. Has anyone used GSE and had this result? Can it be used on cats? Have never read anything on GSE before, so I know nothing about it.

I found this flea product when I first started making my own dog food in 1986.

I admit that I didn’t get it to prevent fleas and had no idea at the time that it worked for that purpose. It was suggested in a book “Reigning Cats and Dogs.” The recommended usage was for the home made dog food which contains raw beef. The product destroys E. Coli and Salmonella in the meat. Every time I made a batch of food, I added Nutribiotic (the brand name) Grapefruit Seed Extract, aka GSE, to my moist food and fed it to my dogs.

After some time, I began to notice that any fleas that were on the dogs were already immobile and/or dead. This was always the case. Upon discussing the phenomenon in my homeopathy class, I learned that this was a bonus to be gained from use of GSE.

http://www.thedogplace.org/Articles/Martin...eaPrev.0609.htm

[sas]

Never heard of it for fleas before, I had that when taken my humans it helps the adsorbtion of vitamins you take.

I did some hunting and found some more information:

"All living Creatures Great and Small" (dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, fish, reptiles, livestock and more) realize countless benefits from the use of grapefruit seed extract.

Externally you can easily mix grapefruit seed extract into your pets shampoo to remove fleas and mites. It can be used as a mouth-spray against fungal disease of the mouth (stomatitis).

It can also be applied to countless types of external skin infections and conditions caused from fleas, mites, parasites, fungus, bacteria and viruses. It has a superior cleaning and healing effect.

It is compatible with all known antibiotics and by using grapefruit seed extract you may be able to eliminate the use of such compounds that can and sometimes do cause more harm than good.

For years both veterinarians and the general public alike have safely and successfully used grapefruit seed extract for many internal and external pet illnesses and conditions.

Grapefruit Seed Extract - Non Toxic Cleaner

Grapefruit seed extract is a great nontoxic spray or wash for the cleaning of all pet areas, cages and bedding, etc. to provide a germ free environment. It can be mixed by the quart or gallon size if necessary and sprayed onto large areas with any type spraying device. There is no need to rinse it off as grapefruit seed extract is biodegradable and nontoxic. Grapefruit seed extract is also very economical at 10-15 drops per gallon.

Amphibians, Turtles, Reptiles: It has long been known that these pets harbor salmonella. To clean cages and hands, etc. Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract in 2- cups water and spray to sterilize. If pet is appearing to be ill. It could be suffering from parasites etc. You may try adding grapefruit seed extract to their water according to the fish tank recommendations (Below). People who handle reptiles, especially iguanas, should spray their hands with this solution after touching their animals to prevent the spread of salmonella.

External Injuries, Cuts, Wounds, Infections: Mix (?) tsp grapefruit seed extract in 1-cup water or (?) tsp grapefruit seed extract in 1/2 cup water. Use distilled or boiled water. Add to clean spray bottle. Spray liberally over affected area once every few minutes while performing other standard first-aid procedures. A deep wound would require a more dilute mixture to avoid irritation. Note: For severe wounds or burns see a veterinarian.

Ear Mites and Ear Infections: For ear cleaning, mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract and no more, thoroughly mixed in 1 oz (1/8) cup water or vegetable glycerin (sold at health food stores and pharmacies). Use 2 times daily until problem is cleared up, then once a month. This is especially good for cat ear infections caused by fungus.

Fish Tanks and Fish Health: Start with (?) drops grapefruit seed extract to 2-cups water and mix well. Slowly add this to tank. The algae infestation seen on the glass walls will decrease as a result. Increase drops if necessary. This is also good for keeping fish healthy from diseases, parasites and fungus without toxic side effects.

General Cleaning: Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract to 1qt of water, for effective cleaning. This can be used for cleaning: bird baths, cages, stalls and troughs, bowls, basket pads, dog and cat blankets and saddle blankets; you can even spray some in your cat litter box.

Hoof Disease and Foot Rot (Panartium): Particularly in damp or wet seasons. This disease affects; sheep, goats, cattle, horses and donkeys. They suffer from swollen feet, pain in the legs and limping. Which can sometimes be very severe. Put the animal's hoof in a small shallow pan, that has an adequate amount of extract with as little dilution as possible.

Mix (?) grapefruit seed extract to 1/4 cup water. So the hoof is soaked good with extract. While the hoof is in the extract you can rub the extract on the upper part of the hoof. If possible the hoof should be trimmed before hand. If you have a lot of animals it would be best to lead them through a shallow reservoir that has an adequate amount of the extract diluted as little as possible.

Mange and Fungal Infections: Use shampoo mix (Below) or use (?) drops grapefruit seed extract in 1 Tbls. Almond, sesame, olive, avocado or vegetable oil. Rub on the affected spot. Use either one every 2-3 days until condition improves. Read more about mange.

Pet Odors: Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract in 1 qt water. Spray the whole body, making sure not to get it into the eyes. Grapefruit seed extract is very effective for this.

Ringworm's: (A fungal infection). Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract to 2 1/2 oz (5Tbls) water. Spray infected area 3-4 times daily. Olive, sesame, avocado, almond or vegetable oil can be used in place of water and rubbed into affected areas (as a long lasting effect). Read more about ringworms in pets.

Shampoo Flea and Mite Dip: Mix about (?) drops grapefruit seed extract per Tbls. shampoo. Shampoo the fur thoroughly with the mixture. Let it take effect for several minutes. Rinse well! Repeat the process after 3 days. For stubborn cases or small areas: a few drops of extract can be applied in full strength or mixed with a little vegetable glycerin, olive, sesame, avocado, almond or vegetable oil and rub it in 2 times daily. Please make sure that the animal does not lick the highly concentrated mixture and consequently damage its more delicate mucus membrane. Read more on fleas.

Sick Birds: Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract into 1/2 cup of their drinking water (Mix well) or spray a small amount on the birds food. Birds also frequently suffer from inner parasites, which can be eliminated in this simple way. To keep pet birds, chickens, turkeys' etc. healthy add (?) drops grapefruit seed extract per cup drinking water.

Skin Fungi and Eczema Spray: Mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract in 1 qt of water and spray on infected areas or mix (?) drops grapefruit seed extract with 1/4 cup olive, sesame, almond, avocado or vegetable oil and rub into infected area.

Above information from: http://www.pureliquidgold.com/dogskindisorders.htm

Here's another site that talks about the product and also sells the product: http://www.nutriteam.com/pets.htm

Then there is the site that says all the claims are not founded: http://www.wellvet.com/grapefruitseedextracts.html

An Australian website selling the product: http://www.nutribiotic.com.au/

Edited June 1, 2008 by sas

[morgan]

Wow - that's some serious info.

Thanks for that, looks like I will be adding some to the shopping list!