BACOPA
Throughout history Bacopa has been associated with a variety of health benefits including heightened learning capacity, promoting memory and concentration, and as a nerve tonic for psychological disorders and nervous debility. Human and animal studies have shown that supplementation with Bacopa helps to reduce stress (as shown by reduced cortisol levels), anxiety, depression, irritability, restlessness and hyperactivity. Its potent antioxidant properties also work to protect the brain against oxidative damage, including the binding and detoxification of metal ions.

 

PASSIONFLOWER
Passionflower has a long history of use in the treatment of hysteria, general nervous agitation, insomnia and nervous gastrointestinal complaints. Passionflower is widely used as a general relaxant. Its activity in the central nervous system has mild sedative and minor pain-relieving qualities, and it is successfully used for a restless and overactive mind and to normalise an overly rapid heartbeat.

 

WITHANIA
Also commonly known as Ashwagandha, Withania is a powerful adaptogen with the ability to support the nervous system, particularly nervous irritability and exhaustion, by its supportive action on the adrenal glands. Considered a tonic to the nervous system, it has been known to help with cognition and concentration. While it is known to help with overall relaxation, it will not cause sedation. Increased effects are observed with ongoing use.

 

SKULLCAP
Skullcap has traditionally been used primarily as a nerve tonic and mild sedative. It was also used in the treatment of seizures, epilepsy, hysteria, nervousness, and gastroenteritis.  Skullcap is also used for pain and to relax smooth muscle. More recent research has highlighted Skullcaps high antioxidant value. 

 

RHODIOLA
Rhodiola has been used as a medicinal herb for centuries and is well regarded for building strength, stamina and vitality. Rhodiola has potent adaptogenic properties and studies have shown it to be beneficial in reducing states of anxiety and depression, while also enhancing learning, concentration, memory and mood. Many animal studies have found the herb to modulate the stress response and have a relaxing effect on the central nervous system. 

There is increasing evidence that prolonged exposure to stressful life events is related to significant behavioural, endocrinological and neurobiological changes in both human and animal subjects. Studies show that long term administration of Rhodiola results in potent inhibition of the behavioural and physiological changes induced by chronic exposure to mild stressors.

Bacopa monnieri (Bacopa)
Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha)
Passiflora incarnata (Passionflower)
Scutellaria lateriflora (Skullcap)
Rhodiola rosea (Rhodiola)

Some batches may contain small amounts of alcohol used in the extraction process

To provide your dog with the highest quality human-grade herbal tonics, I sometimes need to switch between suppliers. Each manufacturing company has their own unique processing techniques that can result in the final product being a different colour or viscosity. This difference in appearance in no way reduces the quality, strength or efficacy of the product.

DOSAGE GUIDELINES	SERVINGS PER 100 ML BOTTLE
Small dogs < 15 kg 5-10 drops once or twice daily in food (0.25 – 0.5 mL once or twice daily)	From 100 to 400 days
Medium dogs 15 - 30 kg 10-20 drops once or twice daily in food (0.5 – 1.0 mL once or twice daily)	From 50 to 200 days
Large dogs > 30 kg 20-30 drops once or twice daily in food (1.0 – 1.5 mL once or twice daily)	From 33 to 100 days

Note: 20 drops = 1 mL


Storage

Store below 25 C in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Use within 12 months of opening
Keep out of reach of children.

May have additive effects with medications that have sedative or anxiolytic effects. Professional veterinary supervision advised.

Do not administer during pregnancy and lactation without professional veterinary supervision.

Withania should be avoided by animals with hyperthyroid disease.