Post by Rivaille on May 26, 2017 20:58:42 GMT
Healing
Preparations
1. Always wash your paws first before working with open wounds
2. Make sure to wash open wounds with water and aloe before applying any medicine
3. Remove any hanging skin if there is any to prevent it from snagging on objects
4. When making poultices make sure to mix ground herbs with small amounts of water
General Rules
1. Never give pups anything edible for pain unless it is in very, very small doses. Pups are too young and too much medicine could harm them.
2. Always use Aloe or Arnica on open wounds to prevent infection
(Tools are at the bottom of the page)
Herb List
Aloe
Part Used: Gel
Found: In caves or near water in large, spike-like bushels.
Uses: Minor burns, sun burn, cuts, scrapes, poison ivy.
Preparation: Cut open the fleshy leaf, remove gel from inside.
Appearance: A green, spiny, fleshy bush
The gel inside of the leaves of the Aloe plant can be used externally to treat minor burns, sun burn, cuts, scrapes and poison ivy. Aloe gel is good for moisturizing the skin, and can also be used as an antiseptic.
American Ginseng
Part Used: Root
Found: This plant can be dug up near mountains or areas with lots of dirt. It is hard to find in the winter.
Uses: Strengthens immune system, increases stamina, treats diabetes, treats ADHD, and treats colds.
Preparation: Grind up the root and the berries. Mix into water as a tea and have the patient consume it.
Appearance: Small, leafy plant with red, cherry-like berries
American ginseng is an adaptogen. An adaptogen is a substance which is good for the body in general and protects against stress of all types. This type of ginseng has been used to strengthen the immune system, increase strength and stamina, treat digestive disorders, treat diabetes, treat ADHD and as a general tonic for wellness. American ginseng is considered a cooling ginseng.
CAUTION: Do not administer if the patient is pregnant or has high blood pressure.
Arnica
Part Used: Flowers, Petals
Found: On top of large hills or near cliffs.
Uses: Sore muscles, sprains, bruises, anti-septic
Preparation: Remove the flower petals; grind them up into a poultice with hot water and aloe; cover anywhere that a sprain or bruise is present.
Appearance: Big, bright, yellow dandelion-like flowers
CAUTION: Arnica should never be taken internally. Not recommended for long term use as it may cause skin irritation.
Boneset
Part Used: Leaves and flowers
Found: In caves
Uses: Fever, flu, diseases, minor inflamation
Preparation: Remove the flower petals from the stem; dry over a low flame; grind up and serve in a tea our poultice.
Appearance: Tiny, fluffy white flowers
Boneset was used by the Native Americans to induce sweating and to treat colds, flu, arthritis, indigestion, loss of appetite, constipation, cholera, dengue, typhoid and malaria. This plant is still in use today to treat colds, flu, fever and minor inflammation.
CAUTION: Boneset may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea if consumed in large amounts. NEVER consume fresh boneset. It is toxic. It must be dried before consuming. Do not use it if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. People who are allergic to ragweed should not consume boneset.
Burdock
Part Used: Seeds, Leaves and Roots
Found: Grows beside most trees
Uses: Wounds, Digestive Infections, Ulcers, Eczema, Urinary Tract Infections
Preparation: Seeds can be taken internally, or the roots can be ground up into a poultice. The leaves can be used to bandage most wounds.
Appearance: Huge, thick leaves with spiney, purple flowers
Burdock was used by the ancient Greeks to treat wounds and infections. This herb is loaded with beneficial vitamins and minerals and is often used to treat liver and digestive problems, urinary tract infections, ulcers, eczema, psoriasis and to boost energy and stamina. It has anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties and makes a good immune system booster and blood purifier.
Cayenne
Part Used: Fruit
Found: In moist caves or near tropical water
Uses: Pain reliever, prevents infection
Preparation: Dry the chili over a fire, grind up into a fine powder. Administer orally in small quantities.
Appearance: Tiny, red chilies or peppers
Cayenne was used by Native Americans as a pain reliever and to halt infections. It was also used for toothache, arthritis and to aid digestion. This herb has anti-bacterial properties, can stimulate blood flow and is rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Many people consume cayenne to maintain cardiovascular health. Studies suggest that it may be able to reduce triglyceride levels and platelet aggregation in the blood.
CAUTION: Hot peppers like Cayenne may irritate the skin. Use care when handling. Taking large amounts of Cayenne could cause stomach discomfort.
Celandine
Part Used: Petals
Found: In forests
Uses: Damaged eyes
Preparation: Steep the petals in water and drip the water into the eyes of the patient.
Appearance: Yellow flower with four, long petals.
Comfrey
Part Used: Leaves, roots
Found: In dark areas, such as caves
Uses: Stops heavy bleeding
Preparation: Grind into a poultice with water; cover open wounds with.
Appearance: A bright green plant with pink bulb-like flowers
CAUTION: Never take comfrey internally. Even though it was recommended by ancient healers in the past it has recently been shown to cause severe liver damage.
Goldenrod
Part Used: Flower petals
Found: Inside fallen logs
Uses: Bleeding, flesh wounds, joint pain, internal bleeding
Preparation: Remove flower petals; grind in a poultice with water. Give orally for internal bleeding.
Appearance: Thick, tiny, fluffy yellow flowers
Honey
Part Used: Fluid
Found: In bee hives
Uses: Adhesive, sore throat, healing wounds, infection
Preparation: Apply the honey directly to a bandage, wound, or in a poultice.
Appearance: Thick, sticky gold fluid with a sweet, sugary taste
Lemongrass
Part Used: Grass
Found: Everywhere where there is grass growing
Uses: Stomach problems, flue, pain, fever, inducing labor (pregnancy), anxiety, sleeping problems
Preparation: Cut up and grind into a poultice or steep in a tea
Appearance: Tall, very thick grass, similar to a grass-like bush. (View)
Lemongrass is used to treat many health conditions, such as cancer, stomach problems, nervous disorders, fevers, arthritis, flu, gas, pain and others. Lemongrass tea is a relaxing beverage that helps reduce anxiety and promotes sound sleep. Used externally, it can treat skin problems and keep the skin moist and clear.
CAUTION: Lemongrass should NOT be taken if pregnant since it has uterine stimulating properties (unless it is being used to induce labor)
Mint
Part Used: Leaves
Found: In forests
Uses: Hiding scent, Soothing
Preparation: Rub corpses or patients with mint; mainly aromatic
Appearance: Downy, serrated leaves ranging from green to purple and yellow in color. Flowers are small and white or purple in color.
CAUTION: Mint may cause irritation if it enters someone's eye.
Parsley
Part Used: Leaves
Found: Moist soil
Uses: Stops a mother from producing milk if her pups die, or if she is producing too much.
Preparation: Consume the leaves
Appearance: A long-stemmed plant with ragged-edged crinkly leaves, Sharp scent, tastes cold and fresh, tastes the same fresh or dried.
Passion Flower
Part Used: The whole plant
Found: In moist caves or near tropical areas
Uses: Preventing pain (while you work with your patient), or if a patient goes into shock from their wounds.
Preparation: Have the patient eat the entire flower whole.
Appearance: Large, white and purple tropical flower
Ragweed
Part Used: Flowers
Found: Near mountains
Uses: Strength and giving energy
Preparation: Consume the flowers
Appearance: Ragged-leaved plant with yellow flowers resembling a fern
Skullcap
Part Used: The whole plant
Found: Near rocks
Uses: Sleep aid, reduces anxiety, tranquilizer, anti-inflammatory
Preparation: Grind up the entire plant with water and give as a poultice. Never administer all of it.
Appearance: It looks similar to lavender, or a purple-flowered stem stock.
Skullcap is an ancient sleep aid remedy. It can greatly reduce anxiety and nervousness. It is often called nature’s tranquilizer. Besides its use as a sleep aid, many people take it to relieve muscle spasms and twitches, lower blood pressure and cholesterol. This herb also possesses anti-inflammatory properties and may be useful for treating arthritis and joint pain.
CAUTION: DO NOT TAKE while pregnant. Skullcap could cause miscarriage! Large doses of this herb may be harmful and could cause liver damage.
Stinging Nettle
Part Used: Seeds
Found: In forests
Uses: Fights poison, inducing vomiting; can be mixed with comfrey to heal broken bones.
Preparation: Consume the seeds or mix into a poultice and apply to a broken limb
Appearance: It has dark green leaves and odd, spiny seeds protruding out from the center.
Tools
Bindweed
Type: Vines
Used For: Fastening sticks to broken legs to keep them in place or as extra bandaging.
Gathered From: Grows almost anywhere.
Appearance: Arrow-head shaped leaves with pale white or pink trumpet shaped flowers on thin, long vines.
Burdock Leaves
Type: Leaf
Used For: Bandaging, Wiping, Carrying herbs
Excellent For: Keeping in moisture
Gathered From: Burdock Bushes
Appearance: Green, heart-shaped leaves that can range from a few inches in diameter to over foot in length.
Sea Shells
Type: Bowl
Used For: Holding objects, water, or mixing herbs
Excellent For: Holding water
Gathered From: The beach
Appearance: Circular shape discs which are usually pale in color; mollusk exoskeletons.
Stick
Type: Wood
Used For: Broken Legs
Excellent For: Keeping limbs straight
Gathered From: Most trees
Appearance: Long, cylindrical pieces of wood that grow out from tree trunks.
Stone Bowl
Type: Bowl
Used For: Holding objects, water, or mixing herbs
Excellent For: Grinding herbs
Gathered From: Anywhere
Appearance: Rough rocks bent in the shape of a hollow bowl