Expelling intestinal gas, stomach cramp relief, milk production, digestion stimulation, nutritive, antibacterial

Fresh or dried leaves, seeds, or roots, or tincture of seeds or roots

Fennel seed is great for cases of flatulence, and has a more palatable flavour for cats and dogs who dislike mint.

Fennel is also high in vitamins and minerals, making it a good supplement to your pet’s diet. It can also increase appetite and reduce bad breath due to antibacterial properties.

Fennel leaf tea can be used as a skin and coat rinse for repelling fleas.

For relief of chronic cases of gas, fennel can be added directly to the animal’s food.

For relief of acute cases of gas, a cooled fennel tea made from 1 teaspoon of fresh or dried seeds in 8 ounces of boiling water can be fed at a dose of 2-4 tablespoons for each 20 pounds of the animal’s body weight, or added to the drinking water. A glycerin tincture also works, at a dose of 10-20 drops per 20 pounds of animal’s body weight.

• Fennel should be used with caution in pregnant or lactating animals.
• Fennel may cause photosensitive dermatitis in some animals, but this is rare.

Wulff-Tilford, Mary, and Gregory L. Tilford. All You Ever Wanted to Know About Herbs for Pets. Irvine, CA: BowTie, 1999. Print.

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