Reference
Natural Remedies for Pets, A to Z
Every remedy covered on Furemedy, grouped by family. Each entry explains what it is traditionally used for in dogs and cats.
Educational information only — not veterinary advice. Check with your vet before starting anything new.
Homeopathic remedies
Aconitum napellusFor sudden fear, fright, or shock.
Apis mellificaFor hot, puffy, sudden swellings.
Arnica montanaThe first thought after any bump, fall, or over-exertion.
Calendula officinalisNature’s wound healer for skin & scrapes.
ChamomillaFor the cranky, inconsolable, teething youngster.
Cocculus indicusThe classic for motion sickness.
GelsemiumFor trembling, weak-with-worry anticipation.
Hepar sulphurisFor angry, infected, pus-y spots.
HypericumFor nerve-rich, painful injuries.
Nux vomicaFor the over-indulged, upset tummy.
PulsatillaFor the clingy, needy, wants-to-be-near-you pet.
Rhus toxicodendronFor the stiff senior who limbers up once moving.
SulphurFor chronic, warmth-worsened itching.
Thuja occidentalisFor warts and post-vaccination off-ness.
Herbal remedies
Calming herbs (chamomile, valerian, L-theanine)Gentle daily calm for anxious pets.
Milk thistleLiver support for the detox pathways.
Slippery elmA soothing coat for an irritated gut.
Supplement remedies
Colloidal oatmeal (topical)A soothing bath for itchy, irritated skin.
Cranberry / D-mannoseUrinary-tract support for prone pets.
Dental water additive / enzymatic careFresher breath without the wrestling match.
Glucosamine + green-lipped musselDaily joint cushioning for active & senior pets.
Omega-3 fish oilSkin, coat, and joints in one.
Pet probioticsReset the gut after upset or antibiotics.
Pumpkin / fiberThe simple fix for both ends of the stool problem.
QuercetinOften called “nature’s antihistamine.”