Nature has provided for all living beings but since our pets do not have the chance to free roam and choose what plants to eat according to their individual needs , providing natural supplements instead of chemical ones is something we can do to help them be more healthy with less strain on their organs.
The change of seasons is always challenging to the immune system so whether you are in the Northern or Southern hemisphere, Astragalus is a good choice to give your dog a natural way to face the challenging conditions.
Remember to always consult with your veterinarian before giving your dog any supplements, including natural ones!
The properties of Astragalus
Astragalus :Primary Medicinal Activities: Immuno-stimulant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, mildly depresses thyroid function(hypothyroid), lowers blood pressure(hypotensive), aids blood cleansing (alterative), strengthens digestion. Astragalus is especially useful for strengthening the body against viral infections of the respiratory tract and heart through stimulation of killer-cell activity and interferon production in the body. It imparts direct antibacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities to this effort as well.
Astragalus is a viable option for early treatment of various forms of respiratory infection, including kennel cough (Bordetella bronchiseptica), a condition that theoretically involves this bacterium’s opportunistic cooperation with various forms of virus. While astragalus works to stimulate T cell activity and helps to raise white blood cell counts, it also boosts the body’s defences through its liver-strengthening attributes.
In a study involving rats, saponin constituents were shown to enhance DNA synthesis in the liver a process believed to be a major factor in the strengthening of cell structures against infection or the introduction of toxins. Other studies suggest that astragalus may be useful for helping the body protect itself and speed recovery from the damaging effects of long-term steroid therapies. Astragalus is known to strengthen kidney circulation, making it useful in early stages of kidney infection or renal failure.
For any of the aforementioned purposes, up to 20 drops of the extract can be administered for each 20 pounds of your animal’s body weight, up to twice daily.
About Toxicity Serious adverse reactions are rare, but when used outside the parameters of common sense and moderation, any plant can be toxic. Toxicity is dose dependent, relative to the rate of absorption and the individual’s ability to assimilate or eliminate an excess. If a body receives a substance in quantities or concentrations that cannot be effectively dealt with by its natural functions, the excess must be dealt with by emergency means. Vomiting, diarrhoea, and other purgative functions are then triggered to eliminate the invasive substance(s). If this fails, systemic shutdown or damage may occur.
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