Traditional use in phytotherapy
When an ingredient for dog food is referred to as "traditional use in phytotherapy", it means that this ingredient has long been used in herbal medicine to treat certain health complaints or promote health. Phytotherapy is an area of medicine that relies on the use of plants and plant extracts to prevent or treat disease.
This tradition is often based on centuries of experience and observation in different cultures and has found its way into modern animal nutrition, including dog nutrition. The use of such ingredients traditionally used in phytotherapy in dog food may aim to provide certain health benefits, such as aiding digestion, boosting the immune system or relieving inflammation.
However, it is important to note that the effectiveness and safety of herbal ingredients in pet food depend on the dosage, the quality of the ingredient and the specific health condition of the dog. Therefore, it is advisable to discuss the use of such ingredients with a veterinarian or animal nutrition professional to ensure they are suitable and safe for your dog.
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Tree
Garden plant
Feeding toxic
Suitable for allergy-sensitive dogs
Potential allergy trigger
Acacia tree
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Tree
Garden plant
Medicinal plant
Potential source of danger
Albizia
Aroma
Flavor enhancer
Essence
Can have an appetizing effect
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Spice plant
Anise extract
Aroma
Flavor enhancer
Can have an appetizing effect
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Natural probiotic
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Spice plant
Aniseed powder
Chemistry
Aroma
can have effects on the nervous system
Can support kidney function
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Medicinal plant
Potential source of danger
Apiol
Exotic
Natural source of antioxidants
Can support skin and coat health
Source of vitamin E
Topical application
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Use in animal care
Plant
Tree
Ornamental plant
Source of healthy unsaturated fats
Argan tree
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Berry
Can support the immune system
Can support heart health
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Naturopathy
Source of vitamin C
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Supports liver function
Medicinal plant
Rich in fiber
Rich in flavonoids
Rich in minerals
Rich in nutrients
Rich in trace elements
Rich in vitamins
Can be eaten fresh
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Barberries
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Aroma
Calming effect
Supports digestion
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Supports joint health
Supports liver function
Plant
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Basil extract
Natural source of phytochemicals
Poison control
May interact with medications
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Feeding toxic
Feeding not recommended
Highly toxic
Potential source of danger
Bear rag
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of phytochemicals
Aroma
Antiseptic
Calming effect
Dermatological application
May have antifungal properties
Can support wound healing
Topical application
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Potential allergy trigger
Compatibility unknown
Benzoin
Exotic
Stimulating
can have effects on the nervous system
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Tree
Feeding toxic
Can lead to addictive behavior
Potential source of danger
Potential allergy trigger
Betel palms
May have antibacterial properties
Colorants
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Tree
Medicinal plant
conditionally compatible
Birch bark
May have antibacterial properties
Chemistry
Aroma
Essence
Oil
Calming effect
May have antifungal properties
Can support wound healing
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Can support skin and coat health
Naturopathy
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Medicinal plant
Herbal sedative
Bisabolol
Flavor enhancer
Can have an appetizing effect
Can help regulate blood sugar levels
Can influence the mood
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Naturopathy
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Supports digestion
Plant
Medicinal plant
Safe feeding
Bitter fringed gentian
Berry
Poison control
can have effects on the nervous system
Naturopathy
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Garden plant
Feeding toxic
Highly toxic
Not suitable for consumption by dogs
Potential source of danger
Bittersweet nightshade
Exotic
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Aroma
Disinfectant
Adaptogen
Antiseptic
Dermatological application
May have antifungal properties
May have antiviral properties
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Topical application
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Tree
Medicinal plant
Ornamental plant
conditionally compatible
Feeding toxic
Feeding not recommended
Potential source of danger
Compatibility unknown
Blue eucalyptus
Aroma
Flavor enhancer
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Can support skin and coat health
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Rich in antioxidants
Rich in minerals
Safe feeding
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Borage
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Aroma
Calming effect
Homeopathy
Can support the immune system
Supports digestion
Can support wound healing
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Painkillers
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Herbal sedative
conditionally compatible
Camomile
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Garden plant
Medicinal plant
Herb
Ornamental plant
Not suitable for consumption by dogs
Potential source of danger
Colored nettle
Can help regulate blood pressure
Can support wound healing
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Topical application
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Ornamental plant
conditionally compatible
Compatibility unknown
Comfrey
Exotic
Adaptogen
Can help regulate blood sugar levels
Can support the immune system
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Naturopathy
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Medicinal plant
Mushroom
Rich in antioxidants
Rich in energy
Cordyceps sinensis
May have antibacterial properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Natural source of phytochemicals
Supports digestion
Can support wound healing
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Can support skin and coat health
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Herbal sedative
Daisies
Supports emotional well-being
Can support wound healing
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Naturopathy
Painkillers
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Supports joint health
Plant
Medicinal plant
Herb
Herbal sedative
conditionally compatible
Devil's claw
Aroma
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Rich in antioxidants
Rich in fiber
Rich in minerals
Safe feeding
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Fenugreek seed
Aroma
Flavor enhancer
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Rich in antioxidants
Rich in fiber
Safe feeding
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Fenugreek seeds
can have effects on the nervous system
May interact with medications
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Feeding toxic
Highly toxic
Can cause cardiac arrhythmia
Not suitable for consumption by dogs
Potential source of danger
Henbane
May have antibacterial properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Natural source of phytochemicals
Aroma
Antiseptic
Can support the immune system
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Use in animal care
Plant
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Herb
Herbal sedative
conditionally compatible
Potential source of danger
Hyssop
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of antioxidants
Supports emotional well-being
Aroma
Calming effect
Can support the immune system
Can influence the mood
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Garden plant
Spice plant
Medicinal plant
Herb
Herbal sedative
Can be eaten fresh
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Lemon balm
can have effects on the nervous system
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Garden plant
Medicinal plant
Feeding toxic
Feeding not recommended
Highly toxic
Potential source of danger
Mandrakes
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Adaptogen
Calming effect
Promotes blood circulation
Can support the immune system
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Naturopathy
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Potential allergy trigger
Medicinal angelica
May have antibacterial properties
May have antioxidant properties
Natural source of phytochemicals
Aroma
Calming effect
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Herbal sedative
Rich in vitamins
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Melissa herb
Gluten free
Diuretic properties
Can support the immune system
Supports digestion
May have anti-inflammatory properties
Can support skin and coat health
Traditional use in phytotherapy
Plant
Medicinal plant
Rich in iron
Rich in minerals
Rich in vitamins
Suitable for vegan diets
Suitable for vegetarian diets
Nettle powder