Herbs For Pets

Don’t let the name of this herb fool you, mace is a herb that comes from the layer between the fruit and the seed of nutmeg. It is often used as a spice in savory dinners and decadent desserts for its flavor similar to cinnamon, pepper, and nutmeg. Not only can mace be used for...

You are likely familiar with Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng) as it is commonly used in health products and energy drinks for humans. Siberian Ginseng, or Eleuthero, is a different herb but was given this common name as it was found to have similar actions and benefits in the body as Asian ginseng. You can find...

Gotu kola is a herb also known as Centella asiatica, Indian pennywort, Brahmi, or Asiatic pennywort. Some will even call it “herb of longevity”. It is a herb that is used for medicinal purposes, as well as culinary, and it is native to the wetlands in Asia. You may be familiar with Gotu kola from...

Chamomile is a commonly known plant among humans. Its apple-scented smell appeals to many of us to use it in teas and use this plant’s properties to calm us down, help with digestion and decrease inflammation and discomfort. You may be wondering if chamomile is safe for pets and if it is, does it have...

Eucalyptus is a plant that is known for its refreshing scent and uses in helping to relieve sinus and chest congestion for humans. You may be wondering, “is eucalyptus safe for pets” and if eucalyptus can have the same benefits for our furry friends. There are various factors that come into play to determine an...

Lavender is a popular scent and ingredient in many health and wellness products for humans, but many pet parents may be wondering, “is lavender safe for pets? The History of Lavender Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is part of the mint family. It is found in Europe, Asia, and Africa and is grown all over due to...

Is yucca extract good for dogs and cats? The short answer to this question is YES! Yucca is a popular plant with medicinal properties that is used in many pet foods as it can help with the offensive odor of urine and feces. But that’s not all —this powerful plant has been demonstrated to have...

Neem can be found in a variety of natural health and wellness products for both humans and pets. Some pet parents may be wondering, “is neem safe for pets?” before trying products with neem in it. Neem is safe for pets when used topically or in the right dose for their size. In this blog,...

Like us humans, our pets also can suffer from inflammation. The inflammatory response is not a disease itself, but it can be caused by a condition that requires immediate medical treatment. Therefore, veterinary guidance is extremely important to figure out what is causing the inflammation. The Arnica montana plant has many benefits that can help...

What Is Curcumin? Often called Turmeric, Curcumin, in fact, is a medicinal compound that is found in Turmeric. Turmeric has many medicinal compounds called curcuminoids, which are natural phenols (organic compounds) that are responsible for turmeric’s distinctive yellow color. Curcumin is the main active curcuminoid found in Turmeric, which is why people often use these terms...