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042: pinklifestyle experiencing. A mixture of calming herbs will also aid digestion. The herbs work by relaxing the muscles and the gut without causing the drowsy state that conventional sedatives can induce. Being left alone at home whilst the owner is at work or being left at boarding kennels during vacations can result in separation anxiety in dogs; affecting a dog's happiness and health. Adjusting to a new environment or accepting a new home are also situations where a dog may act out of character because of stress. Just as humans might reach in the cupboard for a cup of chamomile tea or a rescue remedy to calm the nerves, a dog can also benefit from natural remedies. Supplementing your dog's diet with calming herbs can be an important part of a happy dogs life. "Herbs are a very safe and natural way of improving your animals' sense of enjoyment in life. Herbs are also packed with vitamins and minerals that help work towards a balanced nervous system". Jackie Rive www.brookbyherbs.co.nz Herbs to help soothe your dogs nerves CHAMOMILE (FLOWER) (MATRICARIA CHAMOMILLA) VERVAIN (LEAF AND FLOWER HEAD) (VERBENA OFFICINALIS) • • • • Natures' own calmer. Soothing pain relief. Helps digestive disorders. Useful for menstrual cramps. SKULLCAP (LEAF) (SCUTELLARIA LATERIFOLIA) • • • Natures tension reliever Restores the nervous system. Good for animals that are sensitive to the touch. DANDELION (LEAF & ROOT) (TARAXACUM OFFICINALIS) • • • Natural sedative. Relieves nervous stress Nervine. • • • • Rich in vitamins A,B,C, D. Cleanses the blood. Aids digestion. Stimulates appetite.