Herbals for Pets
**Please see the disclaimers/information below**
For illnesses that are not acute, the following herbals have been traditionally used on pets. ALL listed herbs contain precautions similar to those of human precautions (some contain additional precautions specifically for pets). Do not use on pregnant or nursing pets or pets that are on any type of medication. Do not use alcohol-based tinctures on CATS. Glycerites are preferred for use on cats. Always consult a professional or written literature to assure appropriate safety guidelines for your pet. This information is a general listing and is to be used for educational purposes only.
- Agrimony Alfalfa (Do not use on cats.)
- Astralgus
- Bee Pollen
- Cat's Claw Bark
- Burdock
- Chickweed
- Coltsfoot (Short-term use only.)
- Dandelion
- Echinacea (Short-term use only.)
- Eyebright Feverfew (Do not use on cats.)
- Ginger
- Goldenseal
- Gotu Kola
- Hawthorn (Do not use on cats.)
- Lemon balm
- Licorice (Do not use on cats. For short-term use on dogs only.)
- Lobelia
- Mullein
- Nettle Leaf
- Oatstaw
- Olive Leaf
- Passionflower
- Pau d'Arco
- Raspberry Leaf
- Red Clover (Do not use on cats.)
- Saw Palmetto
- Siberian Ginseng (Eleuthero)
- St. John s Wort
- Slippery Elm Teasel Root (For dogs and horses.)
- Turmeric
- Valerian
- White Willow Bark (Do not use on cats.)
MUSHROOM TINCTURES:
- Cordyceps
- Maitake
- Reishi
- Shiitake
SUGGESTED DOSAGES: 1-2 drops per 2 lbs of pet body weight - up to 3 times per day. (Please note that extracts will come with dosage directions for human consumption only, unless otherwise noted. Adjust accordingly to your pet needs.)
Do not use alternative therapies while on traditional medicines without discussing with your pet's health care practitioner. Only introduce one supplement at a time. Should any adverse reactions occur, discontinue use of any alternative therapy and consult your regular veterinarian or local animal hospital immediately.
