Milk thistle, also known as Silybum Marianum is an herb that has been used for thousands of years by humans for its powerful medicinal properties. The active ingredient is Silymarin which contains flavonoids that have many beneficial properties including:

• Anti-inflammatory
• Antioxidant (acts as free radical scavengers)
• Detoxifying
• Promotes cellular regeneration and repair
• Removes toxic chemicals that can accumulate in your cat’s system

Milk thistle is one of the few herbs that have no equivalent in conventional medicine and has many uses. You can read about the many applications of Milk Thistle for cats and dogs on Dr. Hillary Cook's blog.

Milk Thistle for Liver Function

• Assists with detoxifying a damaged liver
• Enhances the regenerative effects by supporting and strengthening the liver

Milk Thistle for cats with liver disease is glycerin-based and safe for long-term use. This potent herbal formula provides excellent proactive support and can be taken in conjunction with conventional treatment.

Milk Thistle for Kidney Function

• Improves kidney function as well as aiding the damage that can occur in the body due to the use of drugs, radiation therapy, diabetes, and infections.
• Preliminary studies have shown Milk Thistle to improve markers associated with diabetic kidney disease in blood and urine.

Milk Thistle for Anti-Cancer Support

• Due to the antioxidant properties, Milk Thistle may help reduce or slow down the growth of specific cancer cells.
• May protect and prevent cancer cells from dividing in your cat’s body.

Milk Thistle may also be beneficial to cats undergoing chemotherapy as Silymarium may enhance the activity of certain chemo drugs.

You can read Peachez's Story with Milk Thistle for cats and how it helped her with cancer and liver problems.

NHV’s certified organic Milk Thistle is a safe herb that is recommended and used by holistic practitioners. All of our products are all-natural and formulated by veterinarians with a focus on comprehensively supporting the health and well-being of your feline family member.

If you have questions about Milk Thistle or any of our plant-based products, ask an NHV expert because at NHV we want your kitty’s health to be purrfect!

Pancreatic Support for Dogs and Cats

No one wants to get the news that their sweet four-legged companion is suffering from pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). The pancreas is a squishy, pink gland (that lays to the right of your furkiddo's stomach and is connected to the small intestine) has two main jobs, which are:

1.) To release digestive enzymes to breakdown proteins, carbs and fats (they become active once they reach the small intestine)

2.) To secrete insulin/glucagon to regulate blood sugar levels

Pancreatitis disrupts the normal functioning of digestive enzymes - typically, these enzymes are stored in their inactive form and are only released when needed. When the pancreas is inflamed, enzymes are released and can digest the pancreas itself, leading to severe pain and inflammation. Further inflammation can lead to other diseases like diabetes mellitus (disruption of insulin/glucagon pathways) or inflammation of surrounding tissues (eg. the liver and small intestine). Supporting your pet with cat or dog pancreatic support supplements can help improve their symptoms and put your furry friend back on the path to recovery.

There Are Two Types of Pancreatitis:

Acute Pancreatitis: can happen suddenly, with no previous sign of the condition. It must be treated as quickly as possible and can be life-threatening to other organs if the inflammation spreads.

Chronic Pancreatitis: develops slowly over time and can be a result of repeated attacks of severe pancreatitis.

How NHV Remedies Support Pets With Pancreatitis

It’s difficult to pinpoint the exact cause of pancreatitis. Possible causes could be a high-fat diet (specific to dogs), trauma to the organ (eg. a car accident), certain types of medication, or stress from a chronic illness like hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus, or inflammatory bowel disease (specific to cats). Symptoms can include lethargy, appetite loss, weakness, abdominal pain, dehydration, vomiting, or diarrhea. To get your furkiddo tested for acute or severe pancreatitis, contact your vet to run some diagnostic tests like a SPEC (specific pancreatic lipase test), ultrasound or a radiograph.

Treatment for pancreatitis often includes intense hydration therapy and supports for pain and nausea. Your little one may require a few sleepovers at the vet so that they can benefit from IV fluids that aid with circulation and encourage the pancreas to heal naturally. NHV’s Pancreas Imbalance Kit 1 is specially formulated to help relieve discomfort, help with inflammation, support the pancreas functioning, as well as support other vital organs like the liver and kidneys. Mellit works to soothe pancreatic inflammation, is beneficial for healthy enzyme function and aids to regulate blood sugar levels. Meanwhile, Milk Thistle, supports the liver and encourages the healthy elimination of toxins, and strengthens immunity. Turmeric contains many effective properties that can soothe discomfort, inflammation and support healthy liver function.

Mellit

• May help ease symptoms of pancreatic inflammation (this inflammation can cause the body to digest itself and can trigger body-wide inflammation)
• May help protect the pancreas against cell damage (what triggers pancreatitis)
• Helps manage blood sugar levels
• May help improve hypertriglyceridemia (a common symptom in acute pancreatitis)

Milk Thistle (silymarin)

• Beneficial for shielding the liver from harmful toxins
• Free-radical scavengers can help prevent liver inflammation
• Antioxidant properties help to increase the body's immunity
• May help protect and encourage liver regeneration
• Beneficial aid for liver and kidney support

Turmeric

• Excellent anti-inflammatory properties
• Defends against microorganisms
• Has antioxidant properties
• Contains analgesic properties (may ease discomfort)
• May help protect against liver disease

Use Dog and Cat Pancreas Supplements as Comprehensive Support

Some breeds of dogs and cats may be predisposed to some pancreatic conditions. Dog breeds like Miniature Schnauzers and cat breeds like the Siamese may be prone to pancreatitis. Get in touch with us to figure out how our dog or cat pancreatic supplements can best support your furry friend.

Pancreatitis in dogs and cats can make your furkiddo’s life uncomfortable. As a pet parent, it is definitely not something you’d want your precious little one to endure. That’s why it’s a good idea to help support them by providing natural supplements like the ones in our Pancreatitis and Diarrhea Support Kit. It can help your furkiddo manage the symptoms and discomfort pancreatitis might bring, ease pancreas swelling, and provide additional nutritional support. This bundle contains Mellit, Milk Thistle, Plantaeris, and Multi Essentials.

All our herbal extracts are free of added preservatives, additives, flavorings, or artificial colors. They are made with organically grown and ethically harvested (or ethically sourced) herbs.

What is Pancreatitis in Dogs and Cats

To understand how our supplements may help, we should first understand what pancreatitis is. Pancreatitis in our furriends happens when there is inflammation in their pancreas, a vital organ that produces enzymes and hormones like insulin. The organ is responsible for digesting food and regulating blood sugar and glucose. Therefore, when inflamed, the pancreas cannot perform these functions properly.

Symptoms of Pancreatitis Cats and Dogs

Pancreatitis signs can be subtle at first and may appear out of nowhere. So, you should be informed and prepared for them well before they hit.

NHV herbal extracts can also be used as a preventative support for pancreatitis in dogs and cats. So even if your furkiddo doesn’t show any of the following signs, keeping these supplements at arms reach may be a good idea.

Without further ado, here are some common symptoms,

• Pain in the abdomen (furkiddos may appear bloated)
• Diarrhea
• Constant vomiting
• Eating less due to appetite loss
• Fatigue/moving slower than usual
• Dehydration

It is easy to mistake these symptoms for other health conditions, as some overlap. However, it is vital to contact a licensed veterinarian to determine the cause as soon as they exhibit these signs over an extended period. Because if they indeed have pancreatitis, the consequence can be life-threatening.

How NHV Remedies Support Pancreatitis in Dogs and Cats

Our Pancreatitis and Diarrhea Support Kit can support your little one alongside traditional treatment. Let’s dive deeper and learn how exactly they help your furkid.

As mentioned earlier, a healthy pancreas helps regulate the body's blood sugar levels. When there is inflammation, furkids need supplements to help fill in for this role. That’s why our pet experts have bundled our main support for pancreatitis in furkiddos, Mellit, into this kit.

The herbal formulation helps manage blood sugar levels and may even help reduce the inflammation of the pancreas. Jambolan, in particular, may help stop the transformation of starch into sugar when blood sugar levels are elevated. The amino acid in Fenugreek also supports insulin production, which may be disrupted by pancreatitis.

In addition, the carefully selected herbs work together to ease the symptoms of pancreatitis, such as helping to improve appetite and chronic fatigue.

For primary diarrhea support, a significant symptom of pancreatitis, Plantaeris can help. The unique blend of herbs assists the body in maintaining a normal bowel function and relieves spasms of the digestive tract, as well as any discomfort diarrhea may cause.

Barberry and bayberry in this formula have been traditionally used to help with diarrhea and stomach upsets. Studies have shown that barberry improves diarrhea symptoms faster than antibiotics.

Chamomile has powerful calming effects that may be used as a digestive tonic and is beneficial to pancreas inflammation.

Another supplement added to this kit is Multi Essentials. The highly nutritious supplement offers your furkiddo the extra nutritional support they need for this fight. Herbs like Alfalfa are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, dietary fibre, and amino acids. It can also help with the immune system and overall health of your little one.

Other herbs also may help with blood sugar level regulation and pancreatitis symptoms like bloating. Chickweed in the formula is traditionally used to treat stomach and bowel problems as well as blood disorders.

Last but not least, the anti-inflammatory properties of Milk Thistle can help with the swollen pancreas. The herbal extract may also help the body’s overall immunity and digestion of fat and sugar.

On top of that, Milk Thistle is very helpful for liver support and detoxification. Furkiddos with pancreatitis need to take long-term medication, so it is important to help support their system and help flush the toxins out.

MELLIT

• Has powerful anti-inflammatory properties that may help relieve pancreas swelling
• Promotes healthy pancreatic function
• May help protect the pancreas against the cell damage that may cause pancreatitis
• Helps regulate blood sugar levels

PLANTAERIS

• May help maintain normal bowel function, which aids with diarrhea in your furkid
• Contains herbs that are rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
• May help fight against bacterial infections that may cause pancreatitis
• Helps ease overall digestive discomfort

MILK THISTLE

• Natural support for the liver and kidneys
• Rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
• Beneficial for digestive disorders
• Encourages liver cell regeneration

MULTI ESSENTIALS

• May assist with digestion
• Helps reduce fatigue caused by pancreatitis in furkiddos
• High in vitamins, minerals, protein, amino acids, and dietary fibre
• May help soothe irritated tissues and help with stomach and bowel issues

Natural Support for Pancreatitis Cats and Dogs

NHV’s supplements are all entirely safe for long-term use, so furkiddos with chronic pancreatitis can use them for continuous support.

Every product is vet-formulated, and all kits, including this one, are designed to help with a specific condition. Feel free to ask our Pet Experts for more guidance and recommendations! We are always here to help!

Order our Pancreatitis and Diarrhea Support Kit right now to support furkiddos’ battle!