Looking for more knowledge about your dog's health? On this page, you'll find various articles about the health and well-being of your dog. We discuss various herbs and minerals, but also delve deeper into conditions, diseases, and everything else related to dogs.
Joints
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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.. 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...
Respiratory
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Kennel Cough: what is it and how can you help your dog?
As a dog owner, you have probably heard of kennel cough. This is a highly contagious disease that is accompanied by coughing and sniffling. Sometimes, your dog may even start gagging. It is more common in dogs with a weak immune system. How can you prevent kennel cough and how can you support your dog when he is coughing? Kennel cough is actually a collective term for infectious infections of the upper respiratory tract in dogs. The infection, which is mainly in the nose, throat, and trachea, ca...
Cannabinoids
Black cumin
Five reasons to give your dog black cumin
Thymoquinone from black cumin is a powerful supplement. You can use it to support your dog with a range of issues and conditions. Black cumin has been used for centuries in herbal medicine. In recent decades, there has been more and more scientific evidence for the unique health properties of this supplement. Thymoquinone can support your dog in a wide range of issues. Of course, it is wise to always consult a veterinarian first if your dog is sick, but thymoquinone is useful for many chronic co...
Cannabinoids
Black cumin
The healing power of black cumin in dogs
The Healing Power of Black Cumin in Dogs Black cumin is an ancient plant-based remedy, known to the Egyptians for its strong medicinal properties. The main substance extracted from the black cumin plant is called thymoquinone. In recent years, more has become known about the unique properties of this natural substance. Thymoquinone also has many benefits for dogs. The black cumin plant grows in the Eastern Mediterranean region, North Africa, and Asia. Thymoquinone from black cumin is one of the...
Black cumin
The anti-parasitic effect of black cumin in dogs
Black cumin has been known in the Middle East for centuries as a medicinal plant. The main active ingredient is thymoquinone. This natural remedy can support your dog in the treatment and prevention of multiple types of worms. Dogs can get various types of parasitic worms. In the Netherlands and Belgium, this mainly concerns roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms, and heartworms. Often, you only discover an infestation when there are already many worms in your dog's abdomen. That is why it...
Cannabinoids
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Cannabi-whats? This unknown system keeps your dog healthy!
Humans and mammals have a system of tiny transmitters and receivers in their bodies, which ensures that signals from cells go to the brain and vice versa. This way, the brain knows if something is wrong somewhere and can send helper substances or other cells to the right location to address a disturbance, intruder, or problem. This system is called, with a difficult word, the 'endocannabinoid system'. And no, this is not science fiction! If you've never heard of the endocannabinoid system, that'...