Give tea to your puppy!

There are days when your pet seems sad. In others, he gets very agitated, and nothing calms him down. In situations like these, a little tea can help you get better. That’s right! Like us, animals also benefit from the properties of medicinal plants. “Phytotherapy can cure everything from wounds to joint pain. And the best: the side effects are smaller and the price is more affordable”, says homeopathic veterinarian Sandra Pinto, from São Paulo. Attention: it is important to consult a veterinarian, since the difference between medicine and poison is only in the dose. See the most prescribed teas:

Chamomile tea relieves cramps
Dilute a cup of tea in 1/2 cup of water. Leave it in the bowl until he drinks. In addition to relieving colic, chamomile makes the animal calmer.

Propolis treats skin irritations
Dilute the essence in water and, with a gauze, pass over the injured skin. Do not let him lick the treated area.

arnica against swelling
Use arnica-based ointment (found in health food stores or compounding pharmacies) to reduce swelling and edema.

Peppermint improves breathing
Boil the mint leaves in drinking water and let your pet feel the aroma of the plant, like an inhalation. Be careful: don’t let your nose touch the hot water.

Melissa and Passiflora soothe
Dilute a cup of tea in 1/2 cup of water to calm your pet. Leave it available in his bowl until he drinks.

How to apply:
· Tea: dilute in your friend’s water.
· Capsule: in aggressive animals, they can be diluted in water. But if your dog is calm, try to deceive him, “hiding” the capsule in the middle of the ration.
· Inhalation: boil the leaves of the plant and let your pet feel the aroma.