Which herbs protect your dog's joints?
Older dogs are often a bit stiff and sometimes have trouble getting started. This could be muscle pain, but often the cause (also) lies in the joints. For example, because your dog has developed some arthritis. Herbs can help your dog move more smoothly, reduce joint pain, and enjoy daily walks more.
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9 October '23 • 1 min reading time
As a dog gets older, changes in the cartilage can occur. This is called arthritis. Wear and tear of the joints, lower production of joint fluid (lubricant), or local inflammation in the joints can cause pain and reduced mobility. In large dogs, this usually happens at a younger age than in older dogs. Some dog breeds may also be more sensitive to joint problems.
Herbs for arthritis and joint inflammation
There are several herbs that can be used for conditions such as arthritis and arthritis. One of the most well-known is devil's claw. This herb has strong pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory properties. It is often used for joint problems, also in humans. Cannabinoids from cloves are also a good option. These are natural substances that have strong anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties. They restore balance in the body and boost resistance. Cannabinoids work well with the powerful medicinal plant black cumin.
Herbs against waste products
What not everyone knows is that through movement, running, and playing, small crystals can also form in the joints. During the movement or training of your dog, waste products are released, including uric acid. If these waste products cannot be removed quickly enough, the body temporarily stores them. Uric acid is then stored as crystals in the joints and lactic acid remains in the muscle tissue. To prevent and combat stiffness, these waste products must be removed after exercise. Herbs can help with that. For example, the herbs horsetail, black currant, and willow help to dissolve the uric acid crystals. And the nettle plant helps to purify other waste products from the blood and muscles. This way, your dog will recover faster and experience less muscle pain.
Synergy of herbs
The beauty of herbs is that they complement each other when given in a combination extract. This also applies to the herbs that can help keep your dog flexible. An extract of Devil's Claw, Willow, Nettle, Turmeric, Horsetail, tackles stiffness and joint pain on multiple fronts at the same time. If your dog has arthritis, you can also use cannabinoids (from cloves), possibly in combination with black cumin.