Pet Herb Library
69 detailed pet herb profiles with species-specific safety ratings, weight-based dosing, and administration guides.
Astragalus
Astragalus membranaceus
An adaptogenic immune-modulating herb safe for long-term use. Used for chronic immune support, cancer adjunct therapy, and vitality in aging pets. Unlike echinacea, safe for extended use.
Bupleurum
Bupleurum chinense
Core TCM veterinary herb; liver-mover and harmonizer in formulas like Xiao Yao San and Minor Bupleurum. Treats liver stagnation, hepatitis, and fever in integrative practice.
Calendula
Calendula officinalis
The premier wound-healing herb for pets. Used primarily topically for cuts, hot spots, skin irritation, and ear infections. Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and promotes tissue repair.
Dang Gui
Angelica sinensis
Preeminent TCM blood tonic; nourishes blood, moves stagnation, supports reproductive health. Core ingredient in Si Wu Tang and Xiao Yao San. Strictly avoided in pregnancy.
Eleuthero
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Classic Soviet-researched adaptogen used to enhance stamina, stress resilience, and recovery without the stimulating edge of Panax ginseng. Supports working dogs, performance horses, and convalescent animals of all species.
Fenugreek
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Mucilaginous seed with galactagogue, hypoglycemic, and appetite-stimulant effects; supports nursing dams, diabetic pets, and animals recovering from illness or inappetence.
Pumpkin Seed
Cucurbita pepo
Cucurbitacin-bearing seed with mild anthelmintic (tapeworm, roundworm) action, urinary and prostate support; nutritive source of zinc and essential fatty acids for all pets.
Turmeric
Curcuma longa
Powerful anti-inflammatory used for joint pain, arthritis, and digestive support in dogs and horses. Requires fat and black pepper (piperine) for absorption. Stains everything yellow.
Uva Ursi
Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Arbutin-rich urinary antiseptic effective against UTIs when urine is alkaline; short-term use only due to hydroquinone liver toxicity. Species-specific cautions apply.
Yucca Root
Yucca schidigera
Saponin-rich desert root with cortisone-like anti-inflammatory action, joint support, and a famous ability to reduce manure and litter-box ammonia odor in dogs, cats, and livestock.