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How often should I give my dog a detox?

To maintain and support your dog’s immunity, it is recommended to give a detox twice a year. This is a herbal extract that helps to eliminate waste products. It is beneficial for the overall health and immune system of dogs. For most dogs, spring and autumn are good times for a detox, but there are a few things to keep in mind.

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5 September '24 • 2 min reading time

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A detox is a completely natural process. To cleanse your dog’s body and remove excess waste products, you administer a detox course with herbal extracts, including boldo, fennel, artichoke, and milk thistle. This herbal treatment lasts for a maximum of one week. You should only give a detox to healthy dogs, and not immediately after deworming or surgery. It’s also not advisable to give a detox when your dog has a dip in immunity, such as during shedding.

Spring and Autumn

It’s usually recommended to give your dog a detox twice a year. Spring and autumn are generally the best times for this, but it can also be done at other times. Just make sure not to do it twice in quick succession, or if your dog isn’t healthy.

Side Effects

A detox ensures that the liver and kidneys can function optimally. However, a detox does release waste products, which can cause certain symptoms in your dog.

Detox Symptoms:

  • temporarily less energy
  • temporarily soft stools or diarrhea
  • temporarily more skin issues and itching
  • temporarily bad breath and/or stronger "dog smell"

These temporary symptoms are signs that the body is actively detoxifying. After the detox is complete, your dog will be more energetic and healthier than before, but a detox does require energy from the body and can cause some short-term side effects. That’s why only dogs in good health should undergo a detox. If you have any doubts, feel free to contact us for advice.

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