Chamomile: A Little Herb That Could

Posted on 10 June 2015
By Dr. Jill Tack
Posted in herbs for dogs and cats, herbs for pets, uses for chamomile
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Chamomile is an ancient herb that has been used to calm mammals since the beginning of time. You may be surprised to discover that chamomile is also a natural antibacterial, antihistamine, anti-ulcer, and anti-inflammatory. This little herb can also be used to strengthen hair and skin.

Chamomile's Healing Properties

Chamomile holds many nutrients within it including calcium, iron, magnesium, selenium, silicon, tryptophan, zinc, as well as vitamins A,C,F, and B-complex. These nutrients are what give chamomile its power to cure ailments such as:

Nervousness

Often used as a tea but also as an oil, chamomile can be used to reduce stress and anxiety, cure insomnia, and also as a mild sedative.

Pain

Chamomile can be used to cure cramps, muscular pain, indigestion, arthritis, and can increase circulation.

Indigestion

Chamomile contains antispasmodic properties which work by relaxing and calming the lining of the digestive tract and promoting digestion and appetite.

External ailments

Chamomile contains a hormone that helps strengthen hair and skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties can reduce redness, swelling and inflammation, which in turn can help aid conditions such as burns and abscesses in pets and humans.

Drug withdrawal

When switching your animal to a holistic lifestyle, they may experience some drug-withdrawal (especially when ridding them of toxic medications). Chamomile's calming properties will relieve your animal from possible withdrawal symptoms they may be suffering from.

Chamomile Products at The Pet Beastro

We carry several products that contain the healing benefits of chamomile including:

Sam’s Yams Calmly Chamomile treats

A handmade chewy treat that is perfect for calming a nervous canine. Used on long car rides for a stressed out furry passenger, it can quickly and deliciously settle your companion's nerves. These dried sweet potatoes are infused with chamomile and are naturally packed with nutrients. With the benefits of sweet potatoes and chamomile, how can you go wrong? These two ingredients are paired together to create a treat that can calm your best friend's stomach while also nourishing their skin and coat! Pick some up in the store or here at our online sister store, FidoDogTreats.com.

Northern Biosnax Calm treats

These are a crunchy meat-based treat perfect for any dog. These treats contain turkey, barley, chicory root, kelp, oats, rosemary, mixed tocopherols (a natural preservative) and of course - CHAMOMILE. This mixture includes not only the benefits of chamomile for promoting digestion and relieving coughs, but it also acts as a natural breath freshener. The chamomile in this yummy snack is also paired with flax seed to promote a healthy skin and coat. Great for pups who are stressed by the storms this season! Pick some up in the store or here at our online sister store, FidoDogTreats.com.

Earth Animal’s No More Runs supplement

This supplement is an excellent example of how chamomile can be used to aid digestive issues. It contains chamomile, white oak bark, meadowsweet, bayberry root, and slippery elm. This combination is taken orally to reduce discomfort, calm irritation, support healthy digestion, and bowel health. No More Runs is perfect for dogs or cats with nervous bellies or inflamed digestive tracts. Chamomile also reduces the pain that can come with digestive issues such as cramping and constipation. Pick some up in the store or here at our online sister store, FidoDogTreats.com.

Dr. Harvey’s Relax supplement

This supplement contains bee pollen, spiraling, lecithin, nutritional yeast, garlic, flax seed meal, alfalfa leaf, kelp, rose hips, red clover blossoms, kava kava root, hops flowers, chamomile flowers, cat nip leaf, damiana leaf, lobelia herb, passion flower herb, valerian root, rosemary leaf, and skullcap herb. This dynamic blend is perfect when sprinkled into your pet's food to help them relieve stress and tension wherever, whenever. Pick some up in the store or here at our online sister store, FidoDogTreats.com.

Chamomile can play a vital role in you and your pet's health. It does much more than calm; it also cures a variety of ailments and diseases. Whether made into a tea for you, or a treat for your best bud, you will find a hard time not relaxing around this dynamic herb and your pet will surely feel the same!