All of us at some point in our lives have tried some form of herbal treatment for an aliment. Well, now we can pass those herbal remedies on to our beloved pets. Find out in this article how we can use the most common herbs for our pet’s aliments.

Aloe Vera has been used as a cure all since the early ancient times. From healing wounds to curing stomach ulcers, Aloe Vera now works wonders for your dog. Scrapes, burns and mild irritations can all benefit from this natural medicine.

Gas or constipation can also be cured by this amazing plant. For internal issues, this aloe Vera can be ingested by your dog by mixing it into the dog’s food. External issues are cured by rubbing a little Aloe Vera on the affected area. Topically or ingested, Aloe Vera is a plus for dogs.

As an anti-inflammatory or antifungal medicine, the calendula herb’s uses continue to be discovered. It’s also used as a dressing for any wound or cut. Grow your own remedies for your and your pet, right in your own back yard.

There are still more uses for this herb and its flower. The petals can be used to apply to wounds as a dressing. Teas can be made from the petals to act as an antiseptic to prevent the growth of bacteria as well.

How many of you use ginger in your tea to cure a cold. Well, the root of the ginger can be made into tincture or tea to cure your sweet pets upset stomach. This delicious herb has been used for centuries by people, now it’s time share this great remedy with your dogs.

Goldensel is a powerful herb that works as an antibiotic against the connection of bacteria to the walls of cells. It also acts as a treatment for dogs with stomach and bowel aliments. Additionally you can use it as an eye wash for your dog’s eye infection or weepy eye syndrome.

Chamomile, California poppy and valerian are used as a cocktail to calm a hyper dog. Not only are they a calming agent for your dog, they can also lower his blood pressure or control asthma. Control those parasites and keep the blood pressure under control with a few drops of valerian along with tinctures, teas and extracts.

Using the above mentioned remedies for a healthier dog is not suggested as always without the consent of your veterinarian. Herbs are a great source of natural relief from aliments and will continue to cure many illnesses. Keep your happy pet healthy with our suggested remedies.

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