Ancient Healing Herbs for Dogs in Modern Times

Alfalfa Herb

In Arabic, the name means ‘Father of all Foods’. Remains of alfalfa more than 6000 years old have been found in Iran. Thomas Jefferson and George Washington grew it and used it in their daily lives. It aids in healthy digestion, builds blood, supports urinary and bowel function and soothes nerve function. It detoxifies and purifies the blood and builds the immune system. Rich in vitamins A, D, K, B-complex, biotin, calcium, folic acid, iron, magnesium, potassium, and protein. Featured in our Peak Immune and Daily Defense dog vitamins.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub cultivated in tropical and subtropical areas of Asia, Africa, and Europe. Traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine as an adaptogen. Clinical trials suggest that ashwagandha may help reduce stress and anxiety.

Astragalus Root

Used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years as an energy tonic and to enhance the immune system. Studies by the American Cancer Society show positive effects on the immune system of cancer patients. It also has antiviral properties. Featured in Glacier Peak Gold, dog yeast infection remedy and Peak Immune.

Bee Pollen

Stimulates appetite, abundant in enzymes, vitamins, minerals, amino acids. Used by ancient Egyptians to increase blood supply, stimulate cell growth, energy, and immunity. Found in Daily Defense natural dog vitamins.

Black Seed

Contains over 100 constituents beneficial for health. Shown useful for H. Pylori infection, epilepsy, high blood pressure, asthma, anti-diabetic, and anti-fungal properties.

Barley Grass

Used historically since 5000 BC. Power-packed with nutrition, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties. Nutrient dense with vitamins A, B1-B6, C, E, K, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, iron, calcium. Found in our all natural Daily Defense dog vitamin blend.

Burdock Root

Best known for its blood purifying properties. Used as a natural diuretic and shown in studies to have anti-tumor properties. Reduces intestinal inflammation, has anti-ulcer activity, and may help with allergic inflammation. It is also immunomodulatory.

Capsicum

High in iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamins A, B-complex, C, G, and zinc. Introduced by Columbus from Europe in 1493. Used historically to prevent infectious diseases, normalize blood pressure, promote circulation, control pain, and as a carrier for other herbs. Found in our organic HerbAprin herbal aspirin for dogs.

Chamomile Flower

Known for sedative qualities, aids digestion, relieves indigestion, relaxes smooth muscles, strengthens hair and skin, cleanses the liver, and has anti-inflammatory properties. Found in our HerbAprin dog aspirin.

Chaparral Herb

Potent healer and cleanser. Works on urinary tract and lymphatic system, inhibits unwanted rapid cell growth, strong antioxidant, anti-tumor, painkiller, and antiseptic. Traditionally used for arthritis, anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinogenic, anti-parasitic, and analgesic properties.

Clove Bud

Used for bacterial and candida infections, inhibits H. Pylori bacteria. Relieves nausea, vomiting, improves circulation, aids digestion, and relieves oral pain. Used in Glacier Peak Gold for dog yeast infections.

Comfrey Leaf

Also known as 'bone knit' for healing tissue and bones. Used historically by Greeks, Romans, and Cherokee for wound healing, respiratory ailments, and broken bones. Found in our Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory.

Cranberry

High in vitamin C, used for bladder and urinary tract infections. Featured in Daily Defense dog vitamins.

Dandelion Root

High in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Used historically for fevers, diarrhea, liver conditions, skin ailments, digestion, and anemia. Helps liver detoxification, promotes circulation, strengthens arteries, restores gastric juices, reduces cholesterol. Featured in Daily Defense dog vitamins.

Diatomaceous Earth

Coats larva exoskeletons in intestines so they suffocate. Helps prevent parasite infestation. Used in Daily Defense for dog worms.

Dulse Sea Vegetables

High in iodine, alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, calcium, chromium, cobalt, iodine, iron, lutein, manganese, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, riboflavin, selenium, silicon, sodium, tin, vitamin C, zeaxanthin, zinc. Found in Daily Defense dog vitamins.

Echinacea angustifolia Root

Used by Native Americans for toothaches, snakebites, infections, and stomach cramps. Immune booster, stabilizes white blood cell count, helps prevent and shorten colds and flu.

Echinacea purp Herb

Supports immune system, respiratory support, skin issues. Found in our external oil blend Inflapotion and Peak Immune dog immune system booster.

Eleuthero Root

Enhances endurance, regulates blood sugar, stimulates immune function, increases resistance to stress. Normalizes blood sugar and pressure, stimulates adrenal and thyroid hormones.

Feverfew Herb

Used historically to strengthen the uterus, for toothache, as a tonic, and stomachic. Today used for migraine and anti-inflammatory. Found in HerbAprin herbal aspirin for dogs.

Garlic Bulb

Used for thousands of years as a natural antibiotic. Eliminates worms. Found in Daily Defense for dog worms.

Goldenseal Root

Used by Native Americans as a tonic for sore throats, ulcers, infections, and as an insect repellent. Antibiotic properties due to alkaloid content, including berberine. Key ingredient in Mountain Salve for hot spots on dogs.

Hibiscus Flower

Anti-spasmodic, antibacterial, anti-parasitic. Lowers blood pressure, stimulates appetite, dissolves phlegm, gentle laxative and diuretic.

Hops

Sedative, antibiotic, antifungal. Used externally for ringworm, sores, ulcers, and skin injuries.

Kelp

Rich in iodine, balances thyroid, promotes healthy tissue, skin, hair, nails, detoxifies blood, supports nerves and female organs. Used in Daily Defense and Super Cleanse for healthy dog eyes.

Licorice Root

Intestinal anti-inflammatory, stimulates adrenal glands, helps immune system, loosens mucus, nutritious for liver. Found in Glacier Peak Gold dog yeast infection remedy.

Lobelia Herb

Powerful relaxant and antispasmodic. Helps with spasms, convulsions, epilepsy, and nervous conditions.

Marshmallow Root

Anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant. High in calcium, iodine, iron, vitamins A and B-complex. Found in Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory for dogs.

Milk Thistle

Supports liver restoration, protection, and strengthening. High mineral content. Featured in Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory for dogs.

Moringa Oleifera

"The miracle tree" — high in essential fatty acids, vitamin C, plant-based protein, antioxidants. Used in Daily Defense organic dog vitamins.

Mullein

Used for lung problems, asthma, bronchitis, coughs, congestion. Nourishes lungs, suggested for pain, sleep aid, laxative, and wart removal.

Mustard Seed

Detoxifies, antibacterial, rich in calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, folate, vitamin A. Found in Glacier Peak Gold for dog yeast infection.

Nettles Herb

Expels phlegm, supports urinary tract, decreases bleeding and uric acid, detoxifies kidneys. Found in Daily Defense dog vitamins.

Oatstraw Green Tops

Supports nerve function, mild sedative, boosts mental health. Found in Peak Immune dog immune system booster.

Olive Leaf

Promotes energy, healthy blood pressure, supports cardiovascular system and immunity. Found in Glacier Peak Gold dog yeast infection remedy.

Oregon Grape Root

Blood purifier, antibiotic, treats skin and mouth disease, promotes digestion. Featured in Mountain Salve for hot spots on dogs and wound care.

Passionflower

Used as a poultice for wounds, blood tonic, sedative, lowers blood pressure. Used in HerbAprin natural aspirin for dogs.

Pau d'Arco

Inner bark used for disease protection, anti-tumor, blood builder. Found in Glacier Peak Gold for dog yeast infection.

Peppermint Herb

Anti-spasmodic, stimulates bile, relieves colic, mild sedative effects.

Plantain Herb

Produces psyllium, treats stomach ulcers, stops bleeding, heals damaged tissues. Found in Mountain Salve hot spots on dogs.

Red Clover

Blood cleanser, antibiotic properties, hormone balancing, anticancer activity. Found in Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory for dogs.

Red Raspberry

Hormone balance, reproductive tonifier, strengthens tissues, helps with labor and respiratory health.

Rosehips

High in vitamin C, prevents and heals infections, supports bladder and kidneys.

Rosemary Herb

Stimulates memory, helps headaches, removes phlegm, heart tonic, supports digestion, circulation, and alleviates joint pain. Found in HerbAprin natural aspirin for dogs.

Skullcap Herb

Treats insomnia, anxiety, pain, high blood pressure, epilepsy. Found in HerbAprin natural aspirin for dogs.

Slippery Elm Bark

Used for burns, wounds, colds, coughs, sore throats, gastrointestinal issues. Found in Glacier Peak Gold and Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory for dogs.

Spearmint Leaf

Similar to peppermint, stomachic, reduces flatulence, flavorful.

Spirulina

Immune modulating, anti-cancer, detoxification, high in protein, vitamins, and minerals. Found in Inflapotion natural anti-inflammatory for dogs.

Uva Ursi Herb

Heals urinary tract, kidneys, bladder, dissolves kidney stones, strengthens mucus membranes, stimulates kidney activity.

Valerian Root

Nervine, anti-spasmodic, sedative, used for insomnia, anxiety, and restlessness. Found in HerbAprin herbal aspirin for dogs.

White Willow Bark

Pain relief, contains salicin (original aspirin). Gentle on stomach. Found in HerbAprin natural aspirin for dogs.

Yarrow

Stops bleeding, heals mucus membranes, effective for lungs, urinary tract, and stomach disorders.