If you have pets at home, you are always looking for things that can make their lives more comfortable and help them stay healthy. Dr. Dilip Sonune, director of veterinary services at Wiggles.in, said that until a few years ago, pet Ayurveda was unheard of. But now, we see Ayurvedic ingredients such as Ashwagandha and Neem in pet oils, shampoos and even snacks.

"Ashwagandha has anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is an excellent blood booster. Neem has wonderful anti-inflammatory properties and can repel ticks and fleas in a natural and safe way. Neem is right It is also very effective for skin problems because it has anti-allergic and anti-itch effects," he said.

Read on to learn more about these ingredients.

According to Dr. Sonune, the following are some of the benefits:

* Calming properties: Ashwagandha is classified as an adaptogen, which means that it is non-toxic and a health-promoting plant for curing various diseases. It can reduce stress and help your dog cope with fear or anxiety.

* Boost the immune system: The immunity-boosting properties of this plant are well known and very effective for dogs and can help build their immunity.

* Pain relief: It can help relieve the pain of pet bones, muscles and joints because of its anti-inflammatory properties.

* Helps skin and hair: Ashwagandha helps to fight skin infections, allergies, hot spots and itchy skin naturally.

* Maintain overall health: Ashwagandha maintains the normal function of the nervous and cardiovascular systems, ensuring the overall health of your dog.

* Help their cognition: Ashwagandha has been found to enhance cognitive function, improve memory and coordination.

* Fight tumors: It can also help prevent and fight serious diseases such as cancer and tumors.

Neem benefits for dogs

* Prevent ticks and fleas: Neem is very effective as a natural insecticide and repellent. It is effective against ticks, fleas, mosquitoes, mites and other kinds of insects.

* Antibacterial properties: Neem's antibacterial properties can fight a variety of diseases, such as colds, dengue fever and malaria. In addition, its ability to fight different kinds of bacteria protects your dog from diseases.

* Antifungal properties: Neem's antifungal properties can protect your dog's skin from ringworm, Candida and other fungal infections.

* Antioxidant properties: Neem also contains many antioxidants that help control free radicals. Free radicals can cause eye disease, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and many other diseases.

* Prevent diabetes: Neem can also help control blood sugar levels in diabetic dogs. It can also help prevent diabetes in pets.

* Promote healthy skin and fur: Neem contains omega 6 and omega 9 fatty acids and vitamin E; this makes it an important ingredient for improving the health of pet skin and fur.

* Antipruritic: Because neem can repel insects and has antibacterial and antifungal properties, it can alleviate the itching of dogs. Essential fatty acids and vitamin E help fight food allergies that can also cause itching.

* Help the skin heal: Neem can also help heal wounds, treat eczema, psoriasis, and help the healing process of hot spots, insect spots, dry spots, abrasions and other skin-related problems.

How to integrate Ashwagandha and Neem into pets' lives?

"You can find Ashwagandha in many pet products. How you use these ingredients will depend on your pet's needs. If you use them on your skin and coat, choose herbal shampoo, conditioner, balm, and Oil. Many pet parents dilute neem oil and apply it to the infected area of ​​the pet's skin.

"If you need to strengthen your pet's immunity and improve their overall health, you can choose foods, snacks, oils and supplements with neem or Indian ginseng as the main ingredient," the expert said.

– Always talk to your veterinarian and ask them about the correct dosage and form. -Do not apply them to open wounds or incisions. -Do not let them touch the eyes of pets.

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