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The Ingredients section of our website categorises our products by their key ingredients to make shopping easier if you are looking for a product which has a particular ingredient.
Arnica
Arnica is a member of the daisy family which flowers June to August. Arnica is used externally but not on broken skin to promote healing and to help with bruising. Arnica is useful for soreness and bruising especially if this is mainly felt in the muscles and softer tissues of the body.
Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a member of the carotenoid family and a powerful antioxidant. Astaxanthin helps protect cells, organs, and tissues from oxidative damage, even in places like your pet’s eyes, spinal cord, brain, and nerves. Provides the immune system with the support that it needs.
Boswellia
Boswellia is a tree gum-resin which posseses powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-arthritic and analgesic activity, which works well with glucosamine and chondroitin.
Calendula
Calendula Officinalis is also known as pot marigold and its yellow flowers are familiar to many. Calendula is most commonly used in balms, lotions and ointments using the flower and is best known for its soothing and healing properties. Calendula has anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. Calendula helps to stimulate wound healing by encouraging epithelial growth. It is often a first choice for cuts, abrasions, rashes, eczema and even sunburn. Calendula can also be used internally and can support the immune system, aid liver function and calm the nervous system.
Chondroitin
Chondroitin is a a key component to reduce inflammation and slow the deterioration of cartilage. Chondroitin works synergistically with glucosamine helping to reduce cartilage destruction.
Echinacea
Echinacea (Echinacea spp) is best known for it's support of the immune system which is due to its many active constituents including essential oils, flavonoids and polysaccharides, which all work together. Echinacea possesses anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties.
Egg Shell Membrane
Egg shell membrane is the protective barrier that remains in the shells of broken eggs. Egg shell membrane has been shown to reduce pain and improve function in dogs suffering with joint problems according to many studies.
Evening Primrose Oil
Evening Primrose oil is high in gamma linolenic acid (GLA) an essential fatty acid. Ideal to help maintain healthy skin and coat condition and reduce scurfiness or dryness. Evening Primrose Oil is believed to restore the balance in reproductive hormones that can otherwise influence behaviour and coat quality.
Fenugreek
Fenugreek, also known as trigonella foenum-graecum is a member of the pea family. Fenugreek flowers May to July and are yellowish-white, singly or in pairs. Fenugreek has anti-inflammatory properties and is complemented by garlic in Dorwest's Garlic and Fenugreek, which as well as having antibiotic, antiseptic and anti-viral properties also contains anti-inflammatory compounds. This licensed herbal medicine is used to relieve the symptoms of arthritis but it can also be used for the symptomatic relief of minor infections, skin conditions and coughs. It can be useful in pets with atopic dermatitis (eczema), or cystitis.
Garlic
Garlic is known as the king of the herbs and is full of nutrients. Garlic can be given as a general supplement because of its wide-ranging action on the body as well as being a specific herbal remedy for coughs and upper respiratory conditions. Garlic is an antioxidant, expectorant, has anti-viral, antiseptic and antibiotic properties. Garlic can be used to reduce the level of parasites in dogs and is effective to repel fleas and worms. Garlic stimulates normal digestive processes and can be used for a wide range of skin conditions. Garlic can remove toxins from the body, supports the immune system to help increase resistance to infection, especially for the older pet. At Healthful Pets we sell Garlic with Fenugreek and Garlic tablets by Dorwest which are both licensed herbal supplements, as well as garlic in liquid form for topical application. Garlic has also been added to other supplements for fleas and ticks, intestinal health and skin conditions.
Glucosamine
Glucosamine can be used for the repair of connective tissues such as cartilage by stimulating the production of glycosaminoglcans (GAGs). Glucosamine is often supplemented to augment the body's normal production and especially when in old age and arthritis demand exceeds the body's normal production. Glucosamine works well with Chondroitin.
Kelp
Kelp is a powder produced from seaweed and is rich in minerals, amino acids and contains vitamins A,B,E,D and K. Kelp is also a good source of iodine. The mineral content of kelp helps to maintain the efficient functioning of many bodily processes including metabolic / weight management, hormonal and red blood cell production. Kelp can also help maintain a healthy, thick and shiny coat in dogs and support those dogs with skin problems such as dry and itchy skin, skin allergies and alopecia.
Lavender

Lavender or lavandaula has been used for medicinal purposes for over 2,500 years. Lavender is a calming herb which may help to relieve anxiety, especially for anxiety surrounding car journeys. In addition compounds of the oil in Lavender have antifungal and antimicrobial effects which may aid healing, may help with allergies, burns and ease aches and pains.

Milk Thistle
Milk Thistle is a herbal liver protector and can protect the liver in many ways. Milk Thistle's active ingredient is silymarin which protects the liver at the level of individual cells. Milk Thistle is also a potent antioxidant slowing the inflammatory response helping to prevent further liver damage. Milk Thistle can be beneficial for those pets on daily medications which are metabolized by the liver or damaged livers. Milk Thistle may also be useful for problems which are related to the liver such as skin conditions, gastrointestinal upsets and dysfunctions in the immune or hormonal systems.
Mint / Peppermint /Pennyroyal
Mint is an aromatic herb has historically been used to help soothe upset stomachs, reduce gas, reduce nausea and help with travel sickness. Pennyroyal is the smallest and strongest smelling of the mint family with the oil in the leaves helping to repel fleas.
MSM
MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane) is a naturally-occurring form of sulfur compound that is produced by microscopic planktons living in the oceans. Organic, biologically active sulphur is extremely important for health and the formation of connective tissue, healthy skin, amino acids and blood proteins. The largest concentrations are found in joints, hair, skin, and nails. However as part of the aging process MSM in the body begins to decrease and so deficiencies may occur. MSM has many benefits including: as a natural analgesic and pain reliever which can help in joint pain such as in the case of arthritis, hip dysplasia and other joint problems, MSM can alleviate the symptoms of some allergies and MSM is an antioxidant which quenches free radicals produced as a result of stress and pollution.
Mushrooms
Supplements containing mushrooms.
Neem

Neem is a fast growing evergreen tree (Azadirachta indica) which was first discovered in south-east Asia. What makes the Neem tree so unique is that nearly every part of the tree's structure has beneficial properties - from the leaves to the bark and the oils!

Researchers have isolated over 150 compounds from the Neem tree that work synergistically to naturally protect itself from bacteria, fungus, pests, and other threats.

Neem's Beneficial Properties The Neem tree has been used for over 4,000 years to treat a variety of health problems ranging from skin issues, dental care, infections, and inflammation to malaria. The most pronounced beneficial features of the Neem tree have been it's strong pest repellency, anti-viral, antibacterial, and anti-fungal properties. Neem has been shown to improve the condition of skin, reduce inflammation (dermatitis), and increase the flow of blood to the skin to help it naturally repair itself.

 

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Rose Hip
Rose hips or Dog-Rose (Rosa Canina) are at their best in autumn when they look stunning in the hedgerows. Rose hips are a great source of vitamin C but it also provides an abundance of other nutrients including vitamins A, B1 and B2 and is particularly rich in antioxidants. Rose hips also help to maintain a healthy collagen and therefore can help with joint pain.
Seaweed
Seaweed is high in protein and is one of the richest source of minerals and amino acids found in a plant source. Seaweeds are rich in iodine. Seaweed have many health benefits including supporting the immune system, energy production, skin and coat health especially pigmentation.
Slippery Elm
Slippery Elm Bark is the inner bark of the slippery elm tree which is not only packed with nutrients but has wonderful lubricating and anti-inflammatory properties. Slippery Elm's is a soothing, demulcent that lubricates the digestive tract. Use when your pet has an upset stomach for example as a result of a change in food may cause a temporary GI upset or as a result of tension or a change in a daily routine or going on a trip. In cases of diarrhea consider slippery elm to ease the symptoms, along with a probiotic. For severe, acute GI problems consult your veterinarian promptly.
Spirulina
Spirulina is an algae which is 60% protein and which is readily absorbed into the blood stream making this perfect for dogs which are unwell or have lost their appetite. Spirulina is also high in the essential fatty acid Gamma Linolenic acid (GLA) which promotes healthy skin and coat. Spirulina is an antioxidant which supports the immune system, especially helpful for the older dog. Spirulina can also support their aging eyes. Spirulina can also help the dog which loves to eat grass.
Turmeric (Curcumin)
Tumeric is the common name for Curcuma longa an Indian spice. One of tumeric’s major active constituents includes curcumin which is responsible for the vibrant yellow colour and is the principle curcuminoid and generally considered its most active constituent and known for its strong anti-inflammatory properties and as a potent antioxidant. Tumeric has liver protecting properties, is known for its carminative properties for decreasing gas formulation and intestinal spasms so making it a good choice for irritable bowel syndrome and other gastrointestinal problems. Tumeric also has potential as an anti cancer herb as it interferes in cancer formation.
St John's Wort
St John's Wort known as Hypericum Perforatum is a perennial herb indigenous to Europe. St John's Wort contains numerous compounds with documented biological activity. St John's Wort is often used to support anxiety and also has antiviral properties.
Valerian
Valerian is a famous herb to calm nervous disorders from anxiety, tension and discomfort both in humans and pets. Valerian is also an anti-spasmodic so ideal for upset stomachs. Valerian is very effective for most animals with separation anxiety or insomnia when your dog may whine or cry. Valerian can also be effective at times when your pet is most anxious such as before and after surgery, traveling, loud noises such as fireworks or thunderstorms, moving house.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin. Dogs do make their own vitamin C, but under certain conditions such as stress or disease, this production is likely to be reduced and supplementation maybe useful. Vitamin C also combats the damaging effect of the free radical and is necessary to support a healthy immune system. Vitamin C promotes healing and bone and cartilage formation depend on collagen as a building material, which is only synthesised in the presence of vitamin C.
Witch Hazel
Witch Hazel is an excellent astringent, decreasing swelling and easing associated pain. Witch Hazel will cool inflamed skin and will make hot spots feel instantly better.