Tuesday, September 2, 2014
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Bovine Colostrum Healing for Dogs
This is a
very interesting article that I found while doing research, then later that day I noticed that someone in one of the dog groups that I am in on FB had posted the same article I just read, so here it is I’m going to post it on
my blog.
HEALING WITH COLOSTRUM
Bovine
Colostrum provides instant antibody protection and destruction of infective
bacteria, viruses, fungi and cancer cells. It is an old remedy that was relied
upon before the advent of chemical companies churning out chemicals and
antibiotics. Today the orthodoxy is in a losing battle with the infective
organisms that have the capability of mutating, producing antibiotic resistant
strains, and growing at faster numbers than the drugs can kill. It will always
be so- this is the genetic code imprinted in the organisms that assure their
survival. This is the beauty of Colostrum- the organisms have no time to
reproduce. Colostrum’s healing affects are multifaceted. I have become a
believer and recommend it in all ill animals and people no matter what the
cause, in arthritic, allergic and autoimmune conditions. I have found it has
reduced my allergy expressions of migraines and psoriasis since I have been
taking 2 capsules 3 xs daily. Colostrum comes in capsules or in loose powdered form.
I find mixing the powder with a small amount of milk is quite palatable to cats
and dogs. Horses can be fed colostrum sprinkled loosely over a small amount of
grain.
Recommended
dosages for 1 month minimum, then as needed.
Best given
on an empty stomach:
People: 2
caps 2-3-x daily
Pets: 1/3
teaspoon powdered form/25 # body weight twice daily:
Small
dogs and cats –1 cap twice daily
Medium
to large dogs- 2 caps twice daily
Foals-4
teaspoons twice daily
Adult
horses- 7 Tablespoons twice daily
For local
cuts, abrasions, or irritable skin conditions sprinkle powder directly to skin
area.
Can be
applied to gums in cases of sensitive teeth and mouth sores.
I became a
believer in Bovine Colostrum after reading the following article by my friend
and colleague, Stephen Blake, DVM.
Bovine Colostrum, The Forgotten Miracle
Stephen R Blake, Jr, DVM
The use of
bovine colostrum in medicine, dates back thousands of years. Ayurvedic doctors
have used it for physical and spiritual purposes throughout the history of
time. Bovine colostrum was used in the United States, and all over the world,
for immune problems, prior to the discovery of sulfa drugs and antibiotics.
Thousands of scientific studies and human clinical trials worldwide have proven
bovine colostrum to be safe and therapeutic.
Current
research over the past two decades has shown that colostrum is one of the most
important nutritional supplements available for enhancing and helping in tissue
repair. All colostrum is not created equal and should be evaluated before use.
My research has shown that colostrum should be from a dairy, where there is no
use of hormones, antibiotics, nuclear contamination, or pesticides. It should
be prepared without freezing and excessive heat. It should be water soluble,
and for best effect, in a powder form.
Pasture-fed
herds are the preferred source of colostrum. These herds produce colostrum that
contains more beneficial enzymes, which assist in the assimilation of the
colostrum, and is a more diversified immune source. The bovine only supplies
colostrum to its young at birth, and there is no placental transfer of
antibodies. The human infant gets 60% of its antibody protection via the
placenta and 40% from the mother's milk during the first two days after birth,
as do many other species. This fact allows them to survive on milk replacement.
If a calf
does not receive colostrum, they will die within a week's time. The unique
property of bovine colostrum is that it is a universal donor for all mammals.
Colostrum contains all of the immune factors necessary for protecting the
newborn from bacteria, allergens, toxins and viruses. Colostrum also contains a
balanced proportion of growth factors that are required for growth and healing.
Current research shows that colostrum triggers at least fifty different
functions in the newborn.
Over the
past seven months, I have been incorporating the use of bovine colostrum into
my general practice. I have found that bovine colostrum, which meets the above
requirements, facilitates any modality I use: Classical Homeopathy,
acupuncture, Bach Flower therapy, glandular therapy, aromatherapy, massage, and
nutrition. All of these modalities have benefited from using colostrum, in one
way or another. I have found that colostrum cream is the best topical healing
agent I have ever used in 26 years of practice. The colostrum contains EgF
(Epithelial Growth Factor), IgF (Insulin-like Growth Factor), and TGF-A & B
(Transforming Growth Factors, alpha and beta), which are necessary for healing
the epithelium, muscle, nerve, gastrointestinal tract, joints, etc.
It also
contains Lactoferrins, which have natural antimicrobial activity. This is in a
water-soluble
base that
contains essential oils and vitamin E. I have used it in open wounds, suture
lines, abscesses, ruptured cysts, warts, dry and moist dermatitis, insect
bites, burns, etc, and found it to be the most effective product I have ever
used in clinical practice. I have also used it orally for gingivitis and in the
ear canal with equally good results. It is tolerated well by all the animals I
have used it on, and if the animals consume it, it receives benefit from it
internally as well.
A
fascinating fact about colostrum, is that it contains polyproline-rich peptides,
which are a regulator of the thymus gland (master immune gland) of the body. It
establishes homeostasis in the thymus gland, by regulating an under active or
overactive thymus. The research on the growth factors in colostrum, has shown
that salivary amylase and HCI in the stomach, potentiate their activity. I have
also observed the same principle in animals, as well as in myself. For that
reason, I advise my clients to feed it free choice, in powder form, at least 30
minutes or longer before feeding. I suggest once per day, first thing in the
morning.
Palatability
in the canine has been 100%, and 90%+ in the feline. Many of my clients prefer
the capsules or the tablets for the convenience of dispensing, and empty the
quantity they need out of each capsule. Concentration and dose is the same
either way. Colostrum has a very specific effect on the gastrointestinal tract
and I have found that it improves the integrity of the intestinal mucosa better
than any product I have ever used.
It
facilitates the balancing of the intestinal flora, stabilizes the immune status
of the gut, and aids in digestion and proper motility of the bowel. Since 70%
of the gamma globulins come from Pyers Patches in the intestinal tract, and 90%
of all toxins, bacteria, viruses and fungi enter the body through the gut, it
only makes sense that we should concentrate our efforts on this organ system.
I have used
it for IBD, gastroenteritis of all kinds, hemorrhagic enteritis, colitis,
non-specific diarrheas, absorption deficiencies, pancreatitis, constipation,
obstipation, and food allergies. It has helped in all of these conditions and
has no adverse side effects. It is not a panacea for these problems, but it is
very effective in aiding the healing process necessary for resolving these
conditions. I have noted that homeopathic cases of mine, that I felt were
properly repertorized but had not responded, were now responding with the
addition of colostrum.
My
conclusion is that many of our animals are deficient in the enzymes, growth factors,
and immunologic components, necessary for them to respond to the homeopathic
remedy in an optimum way. I have found similar situations in cases utilizing
other modalities, such as acupuncture, chiropractic, nutritional, Bach Flowers
and aromatherapy. The point that I am trying to make, is that it will
complement any modality you are using, and with the confidence that it will do
no harm.
My
experience thus far, has shown that a pet's need for any particular supplement
they are on can be reduced or eliminated, once they have been on colostrum.
This is probably due to the increase in efficiency in the absorption of
substances from the gut, better efficiency of tissue repair from the growth
factors, and a healthier immune system from the immunoglobulin and other immune
factors provided by the colostrum.
I have noted
that joint-related problems, that originally were helped with glucosamine and
then declined, improved when they were given colostrum. From my reading, I have
found that IgF, is essential for the utilization of the glucosamine, and
without adequate amounts, they do not respond. It has been found that in human
species, growth factor production begins declining after the onset of
adolescence and by the age of 80 years is absent. Without these factors, death
ensues because without them you cannot repair the worn out cells in each of the
organ systems, resulting in organ failure.
From
observing animals for nearly three decades, I conclude that animals mirror
humans and respond very much the same to whatever medical modality is used. In
conclusion, I would like to suggest that the fact that the bovine is a
universal donor for colostrum, produces more colostrum than any other domestic
animal, and that it can be obtained humanly is no accident. This natural source
of a package that contains all of the immune and growth factors necessary for
life is no accident and should be considered in any health related problem.
Journal of
the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association - July 1999, Volume 18,
Number 2, pp 38-39.
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