What Are the Benefits of Vinegar for Pets?

Many pet owners believe apple cider vinegar has health benefits for their pets. Treating some pet problems with vinegar might save money and prevent putting more stress on the animal by bringing him to the vet. Vinegar also is said to work as a preventative.

  1. Skin

    • Vinegar is good for a pet's skin.

      Many skin ailments can be aided with the use of vinegar. It is a great skin conditioner, helping with dry skin and other problems. Used as a rinse or ingested, vinegar will give pets healthy, pH-balanced skin.

    Immune System

    • Sick animals are unhappy animals.

      Vinegar can aid pets with immune system health, preventing some illnesses by fighting off infections and curing others.

    Fat Pet

    • Fat cats can lose weight.

      Vinegar will aid in weight loss for pets when mixed with water and taken orally.

    Fleas and Ticks

    • Pets can get sick from flea and tick bites.

      Fleas and ticks can be eliminated by mixing vinegar with water and washing your pet. Have the pet drink the vinegar mixed with water at a ratio of 2 tsps of vinegar to 5 cups of water. Give the pet the water as normal. Most cats will drink this, but others may need to start with a lower ratio of vinegar and work their way up. Vinegar will also help to keep mosquitoes away from your pet.

    Cold Symptoms

    • Add 1 tsp. of vinegar to your pet's food two times a day to help with coughs and other cold symptoms.