Welcome to our Herb Glossary. Use it to find out more about the healing properties of each herb and any possible contra-indications. All our natural herb mixes are successfully tried and tested.
Simple sprinkle the herbs over your dog’s dinner. Remember, as herbs usually take time to act within the system, it may take up to 6 weeks before you fully appreciate the benefit. If you have any questions,
please check with your vet or Ask Nicki
Please note that all herbs are alphabetically listed
A
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Aniseed
A. Latin Name
A. Parts of the plant
A. TBC
Alfalfa
A. Latin Name
A. Parts of the plant
A. TBC
B
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Burdock
Arctium lappa
Root
Blackcurrant
TBC
TBC
TBC
Black Pepper
TBC
TBC
TBC
Beet Pulp
TBC
TBC
TBC
Barley
TBC
TBC
TBC
C
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Celery
Apium graveolens
Seed
Chamomile
Matricaria recutita
Flowers
Chaste Tree Berries
C. Latin name
TBC
TBC
Chilli Powder
TBC
TBC
TBC
Comfrey Leaf
D. Latin Name
Leaf
D. TBC
Cramp Bark
D. Latin Name
Leaf
D. TBC
D
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Dandelion
D. Latin Name
Root
D. TBC
Devil Claw’s
D. Latin Name
Root
D. TBC
D. Herb Name
D. Latin Name
D. Parts of the plant
D. TBC
E
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Echinacea
E. Latin Name
E. Parts of the plant
E. TBC
E. Herb Name
E. Latin Name
E. Parts of the plant
E. TBC
F
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Fenugreek
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Seed and leaves
Can affect uptake of certain drugs
G
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Garlic
Allium sativum
Bulb
Not suitable for anaemic animals. Can reduce blood glucose so be careful if using insulin
Ginger
TBC
TBC
TBC
Golden Rod
Solidago
Whole plant
Ground Fennel
TBC
TBC
TBC
Ground Pumpkin Seed
TBC
TBC
TBC
Green Lipped Mussel
TBC
TBC
TBC
Glucosamine
TBC
TBC
TBC
H
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Hops
Humulus lupulus
Hops
Hyssop
TBC
TBC
I
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
J
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
K
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
L
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Liquorice Root
TBC
TBC
Linseed
TBC
TBC
Lemon Balm
Melissa officinalis
Leaves
Contra-indicated in animals with hypothyroid problems
M
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Marigold Flowers
TBC
TBC
Maize
TBC
TBC
TBC
Milk Thistle
Silybum marianum
Ripe seeds
Mint
TBC
TBC
TBC
N
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Neem
Azadirachta indica
Leaves
Nettle
Urtica dioica
Leaves and stems
O
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
O. Herb Name
O. Latin Name
O. Parts of the plant
O. TBC
P
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Passion Flower
Passiflora incarnate
Aerial parts
Can be a uterine stimulant for some.
Peony Petals
TBC
TBC
TBC
Psyllium Seed
O. Latin Name
O. Parts of the plant
O. TBC
Q
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Q. Herb Name
Q. Latin Name
Q. Parts of the plant
Q. TBC
R
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Raspberry Leaves
TBC
TBC
TBC
Rose
Rosa
Hips
S
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Scullcap
Scutellaria lateriflora
Leaves, stems and flowers
Can interact with other central nervous system depressing drugs
Seaweed/Kelp
Ascophyllum nodosum
Whole plant
Contra-indicated in animals with hypothyroid problems.
Slippery Elm
TBC
TBC
TBC
St John’s Wort
TBC
TBC
TBC
Salmon
TBC
TBC
TBC
T
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Thyme
T. Latin Name
T. Parts of the plant
T. TBC
Turmeric
T. Latin Name
T. Parts of the plant
T. TBC
U
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
U. Herb Name
U. Latin Name
U. Parts of the plant
U. TBC
V
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Vervain
Verbena officinalis
W
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
X
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Y
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
Yucca Schidigera
Verbena officinalis
Z
Herb
Latin Name
Parts of the plant we use
Contra-indications
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