Eleuthero

Eleutherococcus senticosus

Evidence: BFamily: Araliaceae

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.

Consult Your Veterinarian First

This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a qualified veterinarian before using herbal remedies for your pet — especially if they are on medication, pregnant, or have existing health conditions.

Species Safety

An herb safe for one species may be toxic to another.

Dogs

Safe

Duration: long term

Pregnancy: cautionYoung: safe

Cats

Safe

Duration: moderate term

Pregnancy: cautionYoung: safe

Horses

Safe

Duration: long term

Pregnancy: cautionYoung: safe

Rabbits

No Data

Duration: moderate term

Pregnancy: caution

Birds

No Data

Duration: moderate term

Pregnancy: caution

Guinea Pigs

No Data

Duration: moderate term

Pregnancy: caution

Dosing Guide

General guidance only — always consult your veterinarian.

SpeciesFormDoseFrequencyNotes
Dogscapsule10-20 mg /lbtwice dailyWorking and performance dogs; convalescence.
Catsglycerin tincture2-5 dropsonce dailyMonitor heart rate and blood pressure in cardiac cats.
Horsesdried herb10-25 gramsonce dailyPerformance and endurance support; check competition rules.

Active Compounds

Eleutherosides (B, E)(glycoside)
Syringin(glycoside)
Sesamin (lignan)(phenol)
Polysaccharides(other)

Compounds marked Cat Unsafe (phenols and many terpenes) cannot be metabolized by feline livers.

Quick Info

Plant Family

Araliaceae

Parts Used

root

Available Forms

dried herb, capsule, alcohol tincture, glycerin tincture

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