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Bugleweed for Dogs and How to Safely Use It

This article is all about bugleweed and how to use it for dogs. The herb is also known as gypsywort or waterhorehound. This little gem is from the Lamiaceae family of flowering plants and has many...

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Dog Lyme Disease Natural Treatment & Prevention Tips

Lyme disease is a terrible, debilitating disease that you NEVER want your dog to endure. EVER! It is transmitted to dogs 24-48 hours after a tick bite. However, it’s important to understand that all...

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Using Echinacea for Dogs

Today we’re going to discuss the benefits of echinacea for dogs. Most people have heard of echinacea in some way or another, with it typically associated with treating the common cold. There are a...

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Therapeutic Usages of Calendula for Dogs

Our ongoing series on herbs for dogs continues with this look at Calendula. Calendula, also known as pot marigold, encompasses about 15 to 20 species of annual and perennial plants from the daisy...

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The Effect of Catnip in Dogs

Today, we’re going to talk about catnip for dogs. No, that’s not a typo. Despite its obvious applications for kitty cats, catnip has other applications and be used by and for dogs. Also known ascatmint...

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Health Benefits of Dill Weed for Dogs

Today our journey through the herbal world continues with this look at dill weed for dogs. Most of us know at least something about dill and have probably used it in a culinary sense. The annual herb...

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Cleavers herb benefits for dogs

Today we’re going to spend a bit of time talking about cleavers for dogs. Also known as Galium aparine, bedstraw, goosegrass, and catchweed, this is an annual plant from the Rubiaceae family. Cleavers...

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Gotu Kola for Dogs and It’s Effects

Among the most useful herbs is gotu kola for dogs. Also known as centella or brahmi, gotu kola is a perennial plant and member of the celery, carrot or parsley family. Native to the wetlands of Asia,...

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Usage and Side Effects of Feverfew for Dogs

It’s that time again, which means we’re going to have a little chat about feverfew for dogs. Feverfew, known as tanacetum parthenium, is a flowering plant from the daisy family. It is renowned for its...

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Chickweed benefits for dogs

It’s about time we talked about chickweed for dogs. Also known as Stellaria media, chickweed is an annual flowering plant in the carnation family. Native to Europe, chickweed can also be found in parts...

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Health Benefits of Coltsfoot Leaf

It’s time to have a word or two about coltsfoot leaf for dogs. Also known as Tussilago farfara, this plant is from the daisy family and it native to Europe and parts of Asia. Coltsfoot is a perennial...

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Health Benefits of Goldenrod for Dogs

In this article, you’ll find the many benefits of using goldenrod for dogs. Also known as Solidago, goldenrods are a species of flowering plants in the daisy or sunflower family. Found in the meadows...

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Using Goldenseal for Dogs -Dosage and Side Effects

This perennial herb offers many benefits when used for dogs. It is from the buttercup family and is native to the eastern United States and southeastern Canada. It features purple stems and reproduces...

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Magical Properties and Benefits of Gravel Root

Also known as sweet Joe-Pye weed or trumpet weed, gravel root for dogs is a very interesting and almost obscure herbal option. The name doesn’t sound entirely enticing, but gravel root is a versatile...

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Couch Grass Uses and Benefits for Dogs

Today we’re going to talk about couch grass for dogs. Also known as Elymus repens, couch grass is a perennial species of grass native to Europe, Asia and parts of Africa. It has been found in other...

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Uses of Natural Herb Chaparral for Dogs

Today, we’re going to have a word or two about chaparral for dogs. Chaparral is a medicinal herb in the Zygophyllaceae family. Technically known as Larrea tridentate, the plant version of chaparral is...

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Oregon Grape Root for Dogs & How to Safely Use It

Is Grape Root safe for dogs? Oregon grape root aka holly-leaf barberry is considered a bitter tonic and a natural antibacterial for dogs. Holistic vets often use Oregon Grape root for it’s strong...

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Make Your Own Dog Food : Home Cooked Dog Diet

There’s an awful lot of information about the pros and cons of home cooking for dogs, but finding quality, straightforward truth can be an uphill climb. That’s why we’re going to break down the basics...

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Grindelia Squarrosa for Dogs : Grindelia Pet Herbal Supplement

There are several useful herbs when it comes to the sunflower family, but today we’re going to take a special interest in grindelia for dogs. Grindelia, also known as gumweed, can be divided into a...

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Hawthorn Berry Supplement For Dogs: Best for Dogs Heart

While some consider it an invasive weed, there is no discounting the usefulness of hawthorn berry for dogs. Known also as common hawthorn or single-seeded hawthorn, this member of the rosaceae family...

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