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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.

The use of Aloe Vera as a medicinal purpose has been going on for centuries. People have been using it for scrapes, burns and other injuries. Our pets can also benefit from this for stomach ulcers, wounds and burns.

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.

Flowers from the calendula herb are best used for wounds, cuts and scrapes for both humans and dogs. While it can double as an anti-inflammatory and antifungal, it is used more for the healing of wounds. And there are more uses in store for this little flower.

The petals of the flowers can be directly applied to dress the wound. The petals can also be used as an antiseptic wash by making them into a tea which helps to prevent bacteria from growing. Good to know that these sweet little petals can also serve a purpose.

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.

If that’s not enough, then how about goldensel? This potent herb aids in the prevention of bacteria attaching to the walls of cells. How about those weepy eyes your dog has. Well, weep no more with goldenseal as a tincture or tea for washing their eyes.

We all know about the calming affect of a nice hot cup of chamomile tea. Try this triple threat of chamomile, valerian and California poppy to sooth that hyper dog. Just a small amount of valerian is used in combination with the tinctures, teas and extracts to help keep your dogs blood pressure low.

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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