How to Fortify Dog Liver

http://www.ehow.com/how_4474421_naturally-fortify-dogs-liver.html Instructions 1 Tomatoes and potatoes can be bad for some dogs with other health issues, so ask your vet before giving your pet any new foods. Incorporate fruits and vegetables into her diet. Fruits and vegetables contain many antioxidants that are good for the liver. Raw fruits and vegetables are among the best preventive "medicines" you can give your dog. Work with your veterinarian to determine how best to incorporate them into your pet's diet. 2 Serve your dog a cup of "tea." You can make your pup a delicious chicken-broth brew containing dandelion, milk thistle and other beneficial herbs. Just warm up the broth and either steep the herbs in it, as if you were making tea for yourself, or use extracts. Again, it is very important to work with your vet to determine what types of herbs are best for your dog. 3 Add artichokes to his meals. Artichokes can help detoxify the liver and are a great supplement to your dog's diet. 4 Acupressure is a type of massage based on principles that do not involve needles. Consider massage or acupuncture. Many veterinarians and holistic vets believe that dogs can develop liver problems as a direct result of physical or emotional stress. They recommend massage or acupuncture to help sooth the dog and ease the stress on her system. If you decide on either of these options, either take your dog to a trained professional or get professional training yourself so you do not injure your dog. 5 Try aromatherapy. For dogs whose stress levels are too high but who do not like massage and/or acupuncture, aromatherapy may be a good compromise. Waft soothing scents like lavender or chamomile through a room where your dog is located. These will sooth your pet and can act as anti-inflammatory agents as well.