As your dog’s body restores its natural balance and begins to heal itself you may notice what is referred to as the Herxheimer Reaction.  It is characterized by a temporary increase in symptoms during the cleansing process which may be mild or severe. 

 

Your dog may feel worse for the first 24-72 hours and you may therefore conclude that the treatment is not working. But these reactions are signs that the treatment is working and that their body is going through the process of cleaning itself of impurities, toxins and muscular imbalances. This is a perfectly normal reaction and sets the stage for cellular regeneration and homeostasis.

 

Signs & Symptoms of the Herxheimer Reaction may include: 

• Lethargy

• Increase in sleeping

• Very Quiet

• An increase in joint or muscle pain (you may see lameness for 48 hours) 

• Frequent Urination

• Increased Thirst

• Increase of original symptoms (good sign!)