Campylobacter and clostridium are two bacteria that can also be responsible for kitten diarrhea. Coccidiosis or coccidia is a common parasitic infection in cats that can cause watery diarrhea, sometimes with a little blood – you might see kitten stool with red marks – in kittens.
What is the traditional veterinary treatment for coccidia or giardia?
Traditional coccidia or giardia veterinary treatment consists of giving Albon (aka Sulfadimethoxine), Flagyl (aka Metronidazole), or Marquis (Ponazuril) for 10 to 14 days. In some cases, numerous 10 to 14 day treatment cycles are needed. Since neither Albon, Flagyl, or Marquis treatment actually kill coccidia or giardia protozoan, they are not always effective. Kocci Free will eliminate these protozoan, even after numerous rounds of Albon and/or Flagyl have been unsuccessful.
Kochi Free (aka Kocci Free) is known to eliminate coccidia and giardia infections even when numerous rounds of traditional coccidia or giardia treatment has failed! However, not only is this pricey remedy, about $80.00 but also it has alcohol which is NOT safe for use in pets.
Giardia or ‘Beaver Fever’ (By Dr. Andrew Jones)
Giardiais a protozoan parasite that can infect the gastrointestinal tract of dogs and cat and is capable of causing diarrhea, vomiting, weight loss and lethargy — although many infected animals show no signs at all.
It is common throughout North America and can cause infections at almost any time of year. Unlike many other infectious organisms, giardia persists longer in the environment when conditions are cool and moist.
Most pets become infected by drinking water contaminated with feces. Giardia then infects the small intestine, and infected pets pass microscopic cysts in their stool. These cysts can then infect another animal or person if ingested. Giardia cysts are very resistant in the environment, and can live for many months under the correct circumstances.
After infection, it takes 5-12 days in dogs or 5-16 days in cats for Giardia to be found in the host’s stool. Diarrhea can precede the shedding of the Giardia. Infection is more common in kennel situations where animals are housed in groups.
Natural treatment methods for giardiasis are usually quite inexpensive, with most health food stores having the black walnut or a bottle of grapefruit seed extract available for just a few dollars.
Because cysts can stick to the fur of the infected patient and be a source for re-infection, the positive animal should receive a bath at least once in the course of treatment. At the least, the patient should have a bath at the end of the treatment course.
Alternative Options
This research article looked at using an ingredient in coconut oil, lauric acid, as a treatment.
Therapeutic Effect of Lauric Acid, available from:
GIARDIA & COCCIDIA NATURAL TREATMENT
COLLOIDAL SILVER – ANTIBIOTIC
GSE – ANTIBIOTIC & ANTIPARASITIC REMEDY
GSE is a natural remedy made from grapefruit seed extract. Uses are endless for pets, humans, home & horticulture.
ADMINISTER WITH SYRINGE/MEDICINE DROPPER THROUGH SIDE OF THE MOUTH
LARGE PETS OVER 20 LBS, USE GSE – CITRICIDAL
SMALL PETS UNDER 20 LBS & TINY PETS USE GSE Liquid Concentrate
DOSAGE
1/2 lb – 1 drop mix in 5 Tbsp water. Give each kitten 1/4 Tbsp of mixture 4 x a day
1 lb – 1 drop mix in 5 Tbsp water. Give each kitten 1/3 Tbsp of mixture 6 x a day
THEN DOUBLE THE DOSE FOR EACH ADDITIONAL POUND OF BODY WEIGHT
5 lbs – 1 drop 3 x daily diluted in 1 Tbsp of water
10 lbs – 2 drops 3 x daily diluted in 2 Tbsp of water
10 lbs – 2 drops 3 x daily diluted in 2 Tbsp of water
15 lbs – 3 drops 3 x daily diluted in 3 Tbsp of water
20 lbs – 4 drops 3 x daily diluted in 4 Tbsp of water
MIX with 1/4 small plastic baby spoon of RAW HONEY
ADMINISTER WITH SYRINGE/MEDICINE DROPPER THROUGH SIDE OF THE MOUTH
MORE RESOURCES ON TREATING GIARDIA NATURALLY…
https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/naturally-get-rid-of-giardia-in-dogs/?utm_campaign=CONTENT%3A%20Giardia%20%28W3gzv3%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=klaviyo&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJvbzdsaXZlbHlwZXRzQGFvbC5jb20iLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJDNFl5VjkifQ%3D%3D
http://coccidiaindogs.com/treatment-for-coccidia/natural-remedies-for-coccidia/
OTHER RESOURCES
