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Anise and Catnip for your bulldog...
Submitted by Anonymous on April 21, 2010 - 12:39amAnise For Dogs
Anise Is A Dog's Best Friend
Everyone knows that cats love catnip. Did you know that Anise offers the same enjoyment for dogs? In fact, foxhounds follow a trail that is created by dragging a sack that has been doused in anise oil. In Greyhound racing, the artificial hare that us used to urge the dogs to run, is also covered with the scent of anise.
Although they may not demonstrate the same erratic behavior that cats do, when presented with their favorite herb, why not bring a little fun into your dog's world and scent a stuffed toy with a drop of anise and see how he/she likes it.
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I HAVE NOT tried this yet but intend to buy some this week and give it a whirl.
I noticed that the bulldog do love catnip. I seen them both rolling on the cat mouse here that is filled with catnip. IF you sprinkle the catnip just not the floor..Gus goes really silly.
there are articles that catnip is actually good for dogs in some ways..
here is the article on Safe herbs for dogs..CATNIP and benefits
Magnesium, manganese, flavonoids, tannins
Vitamins C and E
Essential oils such as neroli, citronellol, nepetalactone, thymol
Medicinal Activities
sedative
antispasmodic
diuretic
diaphoretic
expels intestinal gas
helps alleviate vomiting
Common Uses in Dogs
This herb, because of its mild tranquilizing effect on most animals, is effective for treating restlessness, nervousness, and insomnia. If your dog gets nervous or restless in stressful situations such as vists to the vet, long car trips, etc., try putting a few fresh leaves into his drinking water, or sprinkle the dried herb (1/8 to 1/2 teaspoon of per pound of food) on his food. For prolonged period of stress, use a glycerine-based tincture - use 12 drops/8 oz. of water as a start.
The gas relieving and antispasmodic effect of catnip also makes it excellent for treatment of flatulence, diarrhea, and dyspepsia.
The herb is also effective in treating early symptoms of colds, flus, and other feverish conditions, especially ronchitis due to its sweat inducing property.
Externally, catnip can also be used as an antiseptic poultice for sores and wounds.
Availability
The plants or seeds of catnip are available at nurseries everywhere. The leaves, stems and flowers of the herb can be used fresh or dried; they can also be used to prepare water infusion and tincture.