Herbs For Pets

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...

Neem, also referred to as Azadirachta indica is one of the plants that have been used for thousands of years in India and the African continent and has shown a multitude of medicinal benefits. The seeds and leaves of the Neem tree can be used medicinally. They are rich in quercetin, which has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and anti-fungal effects....

Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis) is a herb that has been traditionally used by the indigenous people of North America and gained popularity during the 19th century as a “cure-all” herb. Today, Goldenseal is still a popular herb for medicinal use and can be helpful in supporting the health of pets. It is a perennial herb from the...

Oregon Grape (Mahonia aquifolium) has a long history of medicinal use. The plant was used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for the treatment of a wide range of health disorders. It has also been used for centuries by the Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest. What Is Oregon Grape? There are often misconceptions that Oregon Grape is...

What is Valerian? Valeriana officinalis is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Valerianaceae family and it is widely distributed in temperate regions. The roots and rhizomes of Valeriana spp. are rich in essential oils, iridoids, flavonoids, alkaloids, amino acids, and lignanoids, which possess a characteristic fragrance or off-flavor and are used as medicines based on...

Medicinal mushrooms have demonstrated benefits for cancer, a compromised immune system, fatigue, chronic infections, disorders of the liver, endocrine, kidney, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems. It’s no wonder that the veterinary and medical communities are incredibly excited about medicinal mushrooms. But mushrooms as a healing food aren’t a recent development. In fact, throughout history, cultures around...

Have you seen your dog or cat eat grass when they need a healthy detox? That’s because they are biologically inclined to find help in nature’s cabinet. Turmeric is just one of the helpful herbs found in nature. This super herb helps pets live healthier lives. Adding it to your pet’s daily diet is probably...