If your dog snorts very frequently it is not necessarily a cause for concern, but you may want to consult your vet anyway. If your dog is a flat-faced breed or is carrying extra weight, it is likely that he has an upper airway obstruction or some kind of anatomical abnormality that is contributing to the problem. Depending how severe the problem is, your veterinarian may recommend treatment or surgery. You can buy the whole root in a grocery store and grate some into your dog’s food. Or use a turmeric supplement. When buying turmeric, buy a health food store product, not grocery store or cooking turmeric. You can also buy joint care supplements for dogs containing turmeric or curcumin.

Adaptogen, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, immune amphoteric, antitumor, nervine, antispasmodic, chemoprotective activity. Devil’s Claw is usually sold as a human product, so assume the dose on the container is for a 150 lb person and adjust for your dog’s weight. Well, before we get to that, let’s focus on what makes the Bloodhound unique in a world of hounds, spaniels, and terriers. Why would you want a Bloodhound for your family? They’re a relatively plain dog that usually wouldn’t be described as “cute” unless you’ve raised one from a puppy. As you’re about to find out, there’s always more than meets the eye, and a great pet is more reliant on personality. The Bloodhound’s personality is among the best in the world of dogs and makes for a loyal house pet, a friendly companion, and a great long-term friend.Just about every dog will experience joint pain at some point during his life, whether from injuries or chronic conditions like arthritis as he ages. Though some of the causes for snorting in dogs overlap with the causes of sneezing, there are some key differences. For example, if your dog snorts frequently then it could be the result of obesity. Obesity increases your dog’s risk for upper airway obstruction which can lead to frequent snorting as your dog tries to clear his respiratory tract. In some cases, snorting is caused by something called “reverse sneezing” in which the dog experiences repeated bouts of spastic inhalation. After the bout passes, your dog may snort to clear his throat. NSAID’s – prolonged use can cause damage or injury to tissues of the liver, kidneys and bone marrow (Dodds& Lassin, 2013). There are many herbs with ant-inflammatory and pain relief properties that can be just as effective in keeping your dog comfortable – and they’re much safer than NSAIDs.

Devil's claw is the common name for Harpagophytum procumbens and Harpagophytum zeyheri, which belong to the sesame family. Originally from southern Africa and Madagascar, they are now found in the savannahs and on the outskirts of the Kalahari Desert in South Africa and Namibia.When you think of a poodle, what kind of dog do you think of? Many of us immediately imagine the Toy Poodle. However, that is only one of the many types of Poodle out there. Sure, the Toy Poodle is iconic, but as a breed, the Poodle has a surprising amount of variety and versatility. Poodles can be athletic, rambunctious, energetic – just about anything under the sun. At least relative to the expectations of Poodles that many people bring to the table. Dosage: dried Alfalfa can be sprinkled over your dog’s food, using a pinch per 10 lbs of body weight. It can also be made as a tea by boiling 1 pint of water and adding 2 teaspoons dried alfalfa. Steep for 10-20 minutes, strain and allow to cool which can be added to your dog’s food or water. Comfrey has a long history as a traditional healing herb for a wide range of ailments – from pain to digestive issues to cancer. Itsmain healing effects come from allantoin, a compound that speeds cell reproduction. Rosmarinic acid and other compounds in comfrey also deliver the anti-inflammatory and pain relievingproperties that make it so effective in managing joint pain.

Medicinal actions:Anti-inflammatory, rejuvenative, nutritive tonic, refrigerant, stomachic, hemostatic, and astringent.Okay, so maybe not everyone likes homework. With that in mind, let’s get it all out of the way and focus on this curious dog known as the Bichon Frise, French for “curly white lap dog.” Hey, the French are nothing if not a little bit literal. Dogs with degenerative arthritis experience varying degrees of lameness, stiffness, and joint pain which is more apparent in the morning and after getting up from a nap. Although degenerative arthritis is progressive, it can be slowed down with the right tools. Therapeutic herbs can play a large role in controlling pain and inflammation as well as helping slow down the degeneration. Ramps and steps are very useful to help your dog get in and out of the car and up onto high furniture.

Boswellia is natural and very safe for dogs. Although a few minor side effects are possible, including mild diarrhoea and flatulence. It is likely your dog will not get any issues with appropriate dosing. Use anti-slip rugs around the house if your floors aren’t carpeted to stop your dog from slipping and putting more strain on the joints.Diaz-Silveira GL, Deutsch J, Little DP. DNA Barcode Authentication of Devil's Claw Herbal Dietary Supplements. Plants (Basel). 2021 Sep 24;10(10):2005. doi:10.3390/plants10102005.