{"id":104571,"date":"2023-09-04T16:53:35","date_gmt":"2023-09-04T20:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/?p=104571"},"modified":"2024-03-15T00:01:27","modified_gmt":"2024-03-15T04:01:27","slug":"chamomile-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/chamomile-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Chamomile for Dogs: 4 Astounding Benefits and Usage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong><span class=\"dropcap dropcap2\">Y<\/span>ou probably heard of chamomile already.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s light, gentle, and calming.<\/p>\n<p>Chamomile is also a staple medicinal ingredient, with records of its use dating back to ancient Egypt.<\/p>\n<p>And with tons of research backing up the claims of chamomile\u2019s effect on human health, can we say the same for our dogs?<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Can dogs have chamomile?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>That is what we will answer in this blog article as we tackle everything about <strong>chamomile for dogs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Additionally, I\u2019ll be answering these questions below to give you the gold nugget information about chamomile:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>&#8220;Is chamomile good or bad for dogs?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cWhat are the benefits and risks of chamomile to dogs?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>\u201cHow do we give chamomile to our dogs?\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>All of these and more!<\/p>\n<p>Stick around and read to find out whether your dog should have chamomile or not.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105077 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile.jpg\" alt=\"can dogs have chamomile\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/can-dogs-have-chamomile-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Chamomile for Dogs: Can Dogs Have Chamomile?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s head straight to the question of this blog: <em>Can dogs have chamomile?<\/em> <em>Is chamomile safe for dogs?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>And the answer to that is <strong>both a yes and a no.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals<\/a> places the plant chamomile in its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\/dogs-plant-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official toxic plant list<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>What this means for you and your dog is that the <strong>plant can make your dog ill\u2014even kill it<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em>So, does that mean my dog should stay away from chamomile from now on?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Not quite.<\/p>\n<p>A lot of vets still recommend the herb to dogs.<\/p>\n<p>One of the vets, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogcancer.com\/people\/trina-hazzah-dvm-dacvim-oncology-cvch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Trina Hazzah, DVM<\/a>, says:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"td_pull_quote td_pull_center\"><p>Generally, chamomile is safe in dogs when dosed appropriately<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Heck, they\u2019ll get a lot of health benefits when you let your dog have chamomile <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">at a recommended dosage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Some of the health benefits that your dog can get from chamomile are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stress-reliever and calmer to anxious dogs<\/li>\n<li>Muscle relaxant for dogs<\/li>\n<li>Contains anti-inflammatory properties<\/li>\n<li>Improves gastrointestinal health<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105084 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile.jpg\" alt=\"what is chamomile\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/what-is-chamomile-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>What is Chamomile?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019ve been talking about the chamomile plant for a while, so let me fill you in with what chamomile is.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chamomile is a white flower plant with a yellow disc head that came from the daisy family.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The name was derived from the Latin and Greek words <em>chamomilla<\/em> and <em>chamaimelon<\/em> respectively, which means \u201cearth apple.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As a tea, chamomile has a sweet floral taste topped with mild apple notes, a flavor palette that the British people favored until now.<\/p>\n<p>Today, over a million people are sipping a cup of chamomile tea every day (including me!)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105083 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1.jpg\" alt=\"chamomile safe for dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-safe-for-dogs-1-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Benefits of Chamomile for Dogs<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Aside from being a tea, chamomile has a lot of medicinal properties for humans.<\/p>\n<p>And with the right dosage, your dog can enjoy a lot of the plant\u2019s health benefits too!<\/p>\n<p>So, what are the benefits of chamomile for dogs? Let\u2019s find out!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile is a Stress Reliever and Calmer<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>We all know that <strong>chamomile has natural calming properties for humans, and yes, for dogs too!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>But exactly how do these calming properties affect us? How does chamomile calm our dogs?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Well, it turns out that chamomile plants indeed have <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">sedative-like components<\/span> inside them.<\/p>\n<p>A 2010 study was done to know what compounds are present in Chamomile plants.<\/p>\n<p>The study revealed that chamomiles contain a flavonoid named <em>apigenin<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>These <em>apigenin<\/em> compounds act to inhibit or slow down activity in the brain, essentially calming dogs.<\/p>\n<p>This sedative-like effect from chamomile are excellent reliever of any dog\u2019s stress and calms their anxieties.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile Relaxes Your Dog\u2019s Muscle<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Chamomile does not only relax your dog\u2019s mind, but <strong>it also serves as a relaxant to your dog\u2019s muscles!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It turns out that the same sedative component in chamomile\u2014<em>apigenin<\/em>\u2014is also responsible for relaxing your dog's muscles.<\/p>\n<p>The result of a <a href=\"https:\/\/scialert.net\/fulltext\/?doi=ijp.2021.400.407\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2021 study<\/a> that proved the muscle-relaxant properties of <em>apigenin<\/em> in animals.<\/p>\n<p>Not only did <em>apigenin<\/em> help relax the muscles, but it also reduced the amount of muscle spasms in their subjects.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile Contains Anti-Inflammatory Properties<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Another health benefit that chamomile has for dogs is its anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n<p>Study reveals that chamomile contains <em>terpenoids<\/em> that reduces <em>cytokine<\/em> production in your dog\u2019s body.<\/p>\n<p>But how does all of it relate to terpenoid\u2019s anti-inflammatory properties?<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re getting all scientific here, so stick with me!<\/p>\n<p>Essentially, <em>cytokines<\/em> are hormone-like proteins that signal the immune system to cause inflammation.<\/p>\n<p>So, <strong>reducing the <em>cytokines<\/em> also reduces the inflammation in your dog.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Chamomile can also indirectly decrease another hormone-like protein, <em>prostaglandins<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p>Like, <em>cytokines<\/em>, <em>prostaglandins<\/em> signal the affected areas and tissues to swell and be inflamed.<\/p>\n<p>Chamomile helps reduce prostaglandins by blocking the effects of COX-2, an enzyme that helps make the protein.<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, <em>terpenoids<\/em>, and other flavonoid compounds in chamomile, are also antioxidants.<\/p>\n<p>So expect that the same compounds will reduce the free radicals in your dog.<\/p>\n<p>Indirectly, these compounds reduce inflammation since free radicals are known to cause inflammation.<\/p>\n<p>So, not only do these compounds fight cancer, but they also reduce the effects of inflammation in your dogs!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile Improves Your Dog\u2019s Gastrointestinal Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Chamomile had been my go-to herb to soothe and improve my stomach issues.<\/p>\n<p>So, it\u2019s unsurprising that this floral herb can <strong>help soothe your dog\u2019s upset tummy too!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There is a 2015 study that shows chamomile has anti-diarrheal, antisecretory, and antispasmodic properties.<\/p>\n<p>The same research suggests that chamomile\u2019s anti-diarrheal properties are equally effective if not more than loperamide.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105079 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"how to give chamomile to dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/how-to-give-chamomile-to-dogs-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How to Give Chamomile to Dogs?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>Dan, I\u2019m now convinced of the health benefits of chamomile to dogs. <\/em><em>So, how can I give it to my beloved pet?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Indeed, there are <strong>two common ways<\/strong> to give chamomile to dogs.<\/p>\n<p>You can give chamomile to dogs as a <strong>drinkable tea<\/strong> where they can enjoy its floral notes just like you do.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can give chamomile to dogs in <strong>supplement capsules<\/strong> instead.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105080 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"is chamomile tea safe for dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-tea-safe-for-dogs-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile Tea for Dogs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Let me guess, your first instinct was to brew your beloved pet with chamomile tea.<\/p>\n<p>Well, that\u2019s sweet! Allow me to expound on your idea about chamomile tea for dogs.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to brewing the tea, 250mL of hot water will do to extract the essence of the leaves.<\/p>\n<p>Let the leaves steep in the water for 15 minutes and taste it afterward.<\/p>\n<p>Sometimes, the tea will taste too pungent and strong, even for you.<\/p>\n<p>In that case, adding more water to dilute it is an easy fix to the problem.<\/p>\n<p>Just take note that <strong>not all dogs will enjoy and drink the tea.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>After all, drinking chamomile tea is an acquired taste, especially for dogs.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, you can <strong>externally apply the extract<\/strong> when the chamomile\u2019s anti-inflammatory properties can help skin irritation.<\/p>\n<p>Place the chamomile tea extracts in a spray bottle where it\u2019s easier to spray it on your dog\u2019s skin.<\/p>\n<p>Another option is using the <strong>chamomile tea bags as a hot or cold compress as a first aid solution for dogs.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can use the tea bags as a hot compress right after you let it steep in the warm water.<\/p>\n<p>Hot compress for dogs is better when your pet is experiencing cramps or muscle stiffness.<\/p>\n<p>Chamomile tea bags also work as a cold compress when placed inside a fridge.<\/p>\n<p>You can then apply the tea bags to your dog's visible <a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/dog-has-swollen-face\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">swelling skin<\/a> to reduce the inflammation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/how-to-treat-dry-skin-on-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How To Treat Dry Skin On Dogs<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-105081 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"chamomile supplements for dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/chamomile-supplements-for-dogs-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Chamomile Supplements for Dogs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If your dog doesn\u2019t like the taste of chamomile tea, then you might consider supplement capsules instead.<\/p>\n<p>Chamomile supplement capsules are great alternatives since they can deliver the benefits without the taste.<\/p>\n<p>Even better, these supplements are formulated with the correct dosage for your dog.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best seller supplements for dogs that's worth checking out is the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/EverRoot-Natural-Ingredient-Supplement-Chewable\/dp\/B08R7YB1PN?crid=KN19F12HQX4B&keywords=everroot%2Bby%2Bpurina%2Bcalming%2B%2B%2Bchamomile&qid=1693859178&rdc=1&sprefix=everroot%2Bby%2Bpurina%2Bcalming%2B%2B%2Bchamomi%2Caps%2C291&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=tdt01-20&linkId=ed248ac3e982845bbd40a56f8fd9300e&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span id=\"productTitle\" class=\"a-size-large product-title-word-break\">EverRoot Dog Supplements for Dog Stress and Anxiety Relief By Purina.<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>It's a chewable tablet that has chamomile as one of the main ingredients.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Simply follow the instructions in the package<\/strong> for the daily dosage that your dog needs to take.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, research or consult a veterinarian for more details about chamomile supplements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>RELATED:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/how-to-give-a-dog-pills\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How To Give A Dog Pills or Medication<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Other Ways to Give Chamomile to Dogs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Aside from giving chamomile in tea form or as a supplement, there are still other ways you can administer it to dogs.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of those ways to give it to them:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Powder form<\/li>\n<li>Topical solution<\/li>\n<li>Essential Oil<\/li>\n<li>Cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Just make sure to administer the herb-infused products according to the package instructions.<\/p>\n<p>Also, research and consult your local vet to guide you with applying the products for your dog.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-105082\" src=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs.jpg\" alt=\"is chamomile bad for dogs\" width=\"700\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs.jpg 700w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs-588x420.jpg 588w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs-640x457.jpg 640w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs-681x486.jpg 681w, https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-chamomile-bad-for-dogs-600x429.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Is Chamomile Bad for Dogs?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Now, I know what you\u2019re probably thinking: <em>chamomile for dogs really seems like a good herb!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Surely, chamomile is nothing but pure health benefits for my dog, right?<\/p>\n<p>Woah there, not so fast!<\/p>\n<p>In case you forget, <strong>chamomile is still considered toxic to dogs.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>And no, that's not only according to us. That's what <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\/dogs-plant-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ASPCA<\/a> said!<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re not careful with giving your dog chamomile, you\u2019ll risk harming your pet instead.<\/p>\n<p>So, when can chamomile be bad for dogs?<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Overdosage of Chamomile<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The right dosage can help bring your dog indispensable health benefits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Too much of it, however, can lead to chamomile poisoning.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">mild chamomile poisoning<\/span> case in your dog can lead to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>upset stomach<\/li>\n<li>vomiting<\/li>\n<li>diarrhea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">severe cases of chamomile poisoning<\/span> can lead to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>bleeding<\/li>\n<li>anemia<\/li>\n<li>other gastrointestinal illnesses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Luckily, chamomile supplements are designed with the correct dosage per capsule.<\/p>\n<p>Just don\u2019t go overboard with chamomile and use it to cure your dog\u2019s diseases.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.modernanimal.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Christie Long, DVM<\/a>, recommends getting the exact diagnosis on your dog and addressing it.<\/p>\n<p>She says:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"td_pull_quote td_pull_center\"><p>Skin inflammation and itchiness can be a symptom of food or environmental allergies, an insect bite or sting, fungus, or mites.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Likewise, she also added:<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"td_pull_quote td_pull_center\"><p>I can\u2019t stress enough how important it is to know what is causing the GI issues, as there are many causes in dogs and only treating at home with chamomile may delay making an important diagnosis.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3><strong>Commercial Chamomile Tea Contains Other Plant Extract<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Just because you drink tea doesn\u2019t mean your dog should.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Chamomile tea products<\/strong>\u2014those that come in tea bags and are commercially available\u2014<strong>can contain other plant extracts<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>That seems well and all, until you realize that some of the plant extracts may trigger your dog\u2019s allergies, if not fully harm it.<\/p>\n<p>If you really want to give your dog chamomile tea, I recommend finding a source of the chamomile yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Better yet, grow some in your backyard and use the flowers for your tea!<\/p>\n<p>That way, you know you're only getting pure chamomile extracts and nothing else.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Side Effects of Chamomile<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Your dog can still experience side effects from chamomile even without overdosing it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Allergic reaction<\/strong> is the most common adverse effect of chamomile on dogs. And the reaction can come in the form of rashes and swelling.<\/p>\n<p>Your dog can also show symptoms of chamomile poisoning, even when the dosage is correct.<\/p>\n<p>When any of these happen, discontinue giving chamomile to your dog and take it to the nearest local vet for blood work.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Chamomile for Dogs: Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>So, can dogs have chamomile? And Is chamomile good for dogs?<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Yes, it is!<\/p>\n<p>But give chamomile cautiously as it can also be bad for them.<\/p>\n<p><strong>In small amounts, chamomile for dogs works well in calming their minds and soothing their tummy problems.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The research on chamomile for dogs may be limited, but anecdotal evidence does back the benefit claims.<\/p>\n<p><strong>On the other hand, go overboard with the dosage and your dog will severely bleed.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Not only that, but it\u2019ll also suffer from rashes and upsetting gastrointestinal problems when you overdose it with chamomile.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to do extensive research on the plant before administering it to your pet.<\/p>\n<p>Follow a chamomile supplement brand that you trust and consult a vet if you must.<\/p>\n<p>Make some extra precautions when dealing with chamomile to make sure that your dog gets the health benefits while minimizing the risks.<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn about other plants that work wonders with your dogs?<\/p>\n<p>Then read more plant articles and their benefits in the link below!<\/p>\n<h3><em><strong>RELATED ARTICLES:<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/can-dogs-eat-ginger\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Is Ginger Good for Dogs?<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/can-dogs-eat-broccoli\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Can Dogs Eat Broccoli? 6 Health Benefits for Your Fido<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/topdogtips.com\/can-dogs-eat-bitter-gourd\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Can Dogs Eat Bitter Gourd: Benefits & Risks<\/strong><\/a><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You probably heard of chamomile already. It\u2019s light, gentle, and calming. Chamomile is also a staple medicinal ingredient, with records of its use dating back to ancient Egypt. And with tons of research backing up the claims of chamomile\u2019s effect on human health, can we say the same for our dogs? Can dogs have chamomile? 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