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A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

This week's herb is motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca).

When I see motherwort, I always think of its great attributes for heart conditions. Specifically, for the over-rapid heartbeat that is brought about by anxiety, tension, and similar conditions. When used for heart maladies, it will strengthen the heartbeat while lowering high blood pressure. It is also a great herb for:

Why You and Your Pet Need Fermented Foods

Why You and Your Pet Need Fermented Foods

We all have good and bad bacteria within our body and we need to remember the importance of how it works within the body. Fermented foods are a nutritious, simple way of promoting healthy bacteria.

Marshmallow: An Herb For Cats and Dogs

Marshmallow: An Herb For Cats and Dogs

Marshmallow is well-known for helping lubricate internal tissues, soothing skin ailments, and aiding the urinary tract. The entire plant can be harvested for healing treasures - use the root mainly for digestive and skin problems, and the leaf for soothing the lungs and the urinary system.

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

A Great Herb For Dogs and Cats: Motherwort

This week's herb is motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca).

When I see motherwort, I always think of its great attributes for heart conditions. Specifically, for the over-rapid heartbeat that is brought about by anxiety, tension, and similar conditions. When used for heart maladies, it will strengthen the heartbeat while lowering high blood pressure. It is also a great herb for:

What You May Not Know About Pet Vaccines

What You May Not Know About Pet Vaccines

There are many vaccines options available for our pets and it seems that every trip to the vet is accompanied by a suggestion for yet another vaccination. Before jumping the gun on vaccinations, we highly encourage pet owners to research which vaccines (if any) are required by law in their area, if an extra vaccine will actually be beneficial, vaccine side effects, and how to help your pet cope after receiving a vaccination.