WARNING: Giving any of the plants mentioned below in great quantities could cause symptoms ranging from, diarrhea, nausea, to severe conditions that could lead to death. Remember, “more” does not mean better, so almost every plant listed here should be given in small or moderate quantities, but please do further research on the appropriate dosage for your dog’s weight, according to his/her health condition.
- Coriander:
- – Anti-parasitic
- – Anti-diarrhea
- – Eases nausea
- – Alleviates intestinal gas
- – Contains vitamins A, C, and potassium, zinc, and other essential minerals
Caution: Giving coriander to a pregnant dog can induce contractions, but also increases milk flow if necessary.
- Oregano:
- Anti-parasitic
- Antibacterial
- Antifungal
- Alleviates indigestion and diarrhea
- Boosts immune system
Caution: Oregano may increase the risk of bleeding with bleeding disorders. Use carefully with diabetic dogs, as Oregano can lower blood sugar.
- Turmeric:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antihistamine; helps as a decongestant and eases itching
- Relieves arthritis pain and joint issues
- Helps with irritable bowel diseases by breaking down dietary fats
- Boosts the immune system
- Boosts brain function
- Reduces blood clots
- Cinnamon:
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-inflammatory
- Fights heart disease
- Lessens the risk of contracting diabetes
- Regulates blood sugar
- Raises insulin resistance
- Boosts energy
Caution: Avoid giving to pregnant dogs as it can stimulate the uterus.
- Thyme:
- Antiseptic
- Antimicrobial
- Antibacterial
- Antipasmodic
- Contains vitamins A, C, K, and minerals essential for healthy bones
- Helps with irritable bowels
- Creates a healthy digestive tract
- Boosts immune system
- Rosemary:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiseptic
- Anti-allergic
- Antimicrobial
- Improves blood flow to the brain, resulting in less damage to the nervous system
- Helps prevent cancer and heart disease
- Helps with digestive issues
Caution: Avoid giving to pregnant dogs as it can cause miscarriage.
- Parsley:
- Antibacterial
- Anti-inflammatory
- Helps with urinary tract infection, kidney stones, and gallbladder stones
- Relieves arthritis pain and itchy skin
- Freshens bad breath
- Acts as a natural diuretic
- Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C
Caution: Avoid giving to dogs prone to calcium oxalate, as Parsley is high in oxalate.
- Basil:
- Anti-cancer
- Antibacterial
- Anti-inflammatory
- Relieves arthritis pain and itchiness
- Prevents diabetes and cellular damage
- Reduces anxiety
- Ginger:
- Anti-inflammatory
- May block growth of cancerous tumors
- Reduces arthritis pain
- Eases nausea and upset stomach
- Helps regulate blood sugar levels
- Boosts cognitive functions
- Ginseng:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Stimulates the appetite
- Increases blood flow to the heart
- Helps regulate cholesterol and blood sugar levels
- Helps the body recover from stress and fatigue
- Eases nausea, gastrointestinal problems, and bloat
- Boosts energy
- Stinging Nettle:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-allergic
- Anti-rheumatic
- Cleanses the blood
- Relieves itchiness from dry skin and flea bites
- Detoxifies
- Stops bleeding
- Contains vitamin A, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, and silica
- Echinacea:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial
- Antimicrobial
- Antiviral
- Enhances immune system
- Stops simple bleeding
- Helps prevent/fight off upper-respiratory infection
- Fennel:
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-inflammatory
- Contains vitamins C, A, calcium, iron, and potassium
- Helps digestion, and alleviates constipation, diarrhea, and intestinal gas
- Benefits brain function and muscle
Caution: Excessive fennel intake can cause difficulty breathing and heart palpitations.
- Alfalfa:
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-inflammatory
- Hypocholesterolemic and hypoglycemic
- Purifies blood
- Relieves arthritis pain
- Helps digestion
- Contains vitamins A, C, E, D, B12, K, calcium, magnesium, potassium, copper, manganese
- Treats disorders of the digestive tract and kidneys, and overly-acidic urine
Caution: Bacteria may be present in the sprouts of fresh Alfalfa.
- Moringa:
- Anti-cancer
- Antibiotic
- Antibacterial
- Antifungal
- Antimicrobial
- Anti-allergic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Boosts energy and immune system
- Regulates nervous system
- Reduces stress and high blood pressure
- Aids digestion
- Helps with skin irritation and disease
- Reduces fats and builds muscle
- Strengthens joints and bones
- Nourishes skin and hair/skin
- Closes wounds and reduces the appearance of scars
- Protects liver against damage and quickens its repair
- Contains vitamins C, A, B1, B2, B3, zinc, calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium
- Treats diabetes, asthma, and stomach disorders
- Dill:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
- Antibacterial
- Improves digestion
- Lowers blood sugar
- Regulates menstruation
- Relieves diarrhea
Caution: Avoid giving dill to pregnant dogs, as it may induce menstruation and cause miscarriage.
- Burdock root:
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-inflammatory
- Enhances liver health
- Builds the blood
- Aids digestion and appetite
- Removes any systematic imbalances
- Treats arthritis, cancer, rheumatoid disorders, kidney bladder diseases, and skin disorders
- Contains carbohydrates, inulin, iron, magnesium, silicon, thiamine, sodium, potassium, phosphorus, and chromium
- Kelp:
- Anti-cancer
- Anti-inflammatory
- Repairs tissue
- Stimulates thyroid activity, speeding metabolism and weight loss
- Improves glandular activity
- Aids digestion
- Reduces dental plaque and tarter buildup
- Treats skin disorders and diabetes
Nature Knows Best 