Five Leaf Botanicals | Canine Kidney Health Program

Five Leaf Botanicals Canine Kidney Health Program

The Canine Kidney Health Nutritional Program is a specialized wellness regimen. It combines herbs (which are like concentrated foods packed with vitamins and minerals) given 3 to 4 times a day (see Instructions page for administration details), tailored home-prepared meals (see Diet page for recipe suggestions), regular check-ins with your Veterinarian to monitor your dog’s overall well-being. We aim to support your dog’s wellness and overall normal healthy body function.

The kidneys are crucial for filtering blood, regulating the acid/alkaline balance, and managing the water and electrolytes in the blood. In natural wellness approaches, the focus is not only on the kidneys but also on the body overall.
Toxins from various sources i.e. poor-quality food, household cleaning chemicals, etc, can lead to various health concerns in our pets. A whole-food diet can help reduce the intake of these toxins and maintain health.

We recommend preparing wholesome meals for your pet. Even if commercial pet food is marketed as organic or human-grade, the high heat processing degrades the ingredients. We have high-quality protein/low phosphorus fresh food recipes on our Diet page you can prepare at home.

If you are looking for a maintenance and support formula, Pet Protect (link here) is recommended.

With your order you will receive a copy of the Canine Kidney Health Program Handbook. This book includes important information on:

• Detailed Program Instructions

• Daily Schedule Samples

• Dosage Chart

• Diet and Exercise

It is suggested by Five Leaf Botanicals to combine this treatment with Hydrotherapy, which is detailed in the included program handbook.

This Kit Includes:

Hepara-Cleanse (1 Bottle)

Ingredients: Milk Thistle seed, Gentian root, Dandelion root, Oregon Grape root, Wormwood leaf and flower, Mojave Chaparral herb, Black Walnut hulls, Ginger rhizome, and Fennel seed.

The liver’s job is to cleanse the blood of any impurities such as those found in processed foods, tap water that is loaded with chemicals, the polluted air we all breathe and toxic pharmaceutical residues. These toxins overload your dog’s liver. They congest the liver and in turn, the liver becomes less able to filter the blood. Over time the toxins that your dog’s liver should be removing can get into the bloodstream and may lead to problems. Start giving your dog organic whole foods, clean filtered water, plenty of outdoor exercise and cleanse his liver and kidneys and you will help him maintain normal kidney and liver functions.

All ingredients are either organic or wild-harvested.

Blood Cleansing Tonic (2 Bottles)

Ingredients: Red clover blossoms, Mojave Chaparral herb, Oregon Grape root, burdock root and seed, Yellow Dock root, Poke root, Habanero Cayenne peppers, and Lobelia seeds.

The potent herbs in this formula support healthy blood and lymphatic system.

All ingredients are either organic or wild harvested.

Rena-Cleanse (1 Bottle)

Ingredients: Juniper berries, Uva Ursi leaf, Horsetail herb, Burdock root and seed, Pipsissewa leaf, Parsley leaf and root, Goldenrod flower tops and Marshmallow root.

The kidneys are just as important in cleaning your dog’s blood as the liver. When the kidneys are healthy they take on the job of filtering blood plasma, they return good clean blood to the body and create urine to expel the waste. They also regulate the acid/alkaline balance, as well as the water and electrolytes of the blood. Cleaning the elimination organs will ensure that your pet has the support to maintain good health.
This formula contains herbs that support the healthy function of the kidneys.

All ingredients are either organic or wild harvested.

Dog Greens (1 Jar)

Ingredients: Spirulina, Chlorella, Alfalfa, Barley Grass, Wheat Grass, Kelp and Irish Moss.

Dog Greens provides your pet the following nutrients:

• Coenzyme Q10

• Omega 3 fatty acid

• GLA (gamma-linolenic acid)

• Mucopoly saccharides

• RNA & DNA (nucleic acids)

• Chlorophyll and Xanthopyll

• Alpha-linolenic

• SOD (Super Oxide Dismutase)

• B vitamins including B-12, pantothenic acid, choline, folic acid and others.

• Vitamin A (beta carotene), C, D, E, F, K and others.

• Array of minerals and microminerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, potassium, iodine, selenium, silicon, silver, sulfur, iron, boron chromium, cobalt, copper, germanium, manganese, molybdenum, nickel, vanadium and more.

• Full of Enzymes and amino acids

This special blend of superfoods is all plant based so it ensures total absorption of vitamins and minerals and is completely safe to take in large amounts. Dog Greens supports your dog’s nutrition so he can stay healthy.

WARNING: Always buy organically grown super foods (spirulina, kelp, barley grass etc.) If not grown in pristine monitored conditions, they could contain high levels of heavy metals and toxic poisons thus making your dog sick. We only use the highest quality organically grown ingredients in Dog Greens.

SPIRULINA AND CHLORELLA – not only are these two algae full of nutrients, ounce per ounce spirulina has twelve times the digestible protein of beef and one ounce of chlorella contains more calcium than one ounce of milk.

ALFALFA, BARLEY & WHEAT GRASS – grasses are full of vitamins and minerals.

KELP – a seaweed used for centuries. Kelp contains 20 key amino acids.

IRISH MOSS – supports healthy digestion.

All ingredients are either organic or wild harvested.

This kit will last a 40lb dog approximately a month

The following are additional steps Five Leaf Botanicals strongly recommends:

In addition to a fresh whole-food balanced diet, we recommend:

Step 1: Clean drinking water, filtered by carbon filter, reverse osmosis, or distillation. It reduces the burden on your pet’s kidneys and aids in removing impurities.

Step 2: Superfoods – natural sources of vitamins, minerals, and other essential nutrients support the body’s health and overall wellness.

Step 3: Specific herbs to support normal healthy kidney function, cleanse the system, and support a healthy liver.

Step 4: Hydrotherapy promotes circulation and blood flow and nutrient delivery to the targeted area.

Step 5: Exercise, which not only strengthens muscles but also stimulates organ function and generates beneficial hormones within the body.
The Canine Kidney Health program uses these holistic approaches to promote your pet’s wellness. Every step is essential, one not more important than another.
The earlier you start supporting your dog’s nutrition and overall wellness, the better.

Frequently Asked Questions - Answered by Five Leaf Botanicals:

(Note that these answers are from Five Leaf Botanicals, not Dr. Judy Morgan)

 

Q. Are there detailed instructions included in the packages?

A. Yes, each package includes a handbook with full administration instructions and recipe suggestions. Recommended amounts and program instructions are also available on the Instructions page of the Five Leaf Pet Botanicals site.

 

 

 

Q. How do I know if this program is the right choice for me and my dog?

A. If your dog is not cooperative and will not tolerate having the drops administered either by plastic oral syringe or swallowing pills (capsules filled with drops) or having drops mixed in with his food then it is unlikely you will be successful in getting the herbs into your dog.

If you are unable or unwilling to prepare your dog’s meals from fresh whole foods your dog will not get the full benefit from the program.

Best results are achieved when the drops are given 3-4 times per day. If you are only able to give 2 doses per day due to your work schedule (12 hour shifts, etc), your dog may still benefit but would do better if you could give 3 doses per day. If you are unable to give the drops more than once per day it is unlikely the program will be very effective.

 

Q. Can I continue giving my dog Azodyl along with your program?

A. Yes. The probiotic Azodyl is safe to use along with the herbs in our formulae.

 

 

Q. How long will my dog have to take the herbs?

A. Our program is broken down into 3-week cycles. Most dogs repeat the 3-week cycle two or three times (6-9 weeks).

Q. Is it necessary to take a break between cycles?

A. No, you can repeat the 3 week cycles back to back. Most dogs are using the herbs for 6-9 weeks.

Q. I work long hours, can I double up the drops and give my dog two doses instead of four?

A. We do not recommend doubling up the drops. It is more effective to have the herbs in the body throughout the day than to give a higher concentration less often. You want to give a minimum of 3 doses per day. If you work, give one dose before you leave in the morning, one dose when you get home in the late afternoon/early evening then one more dose before bed.

Q. Can I mix the drops in with my dog’s food?

A. The drops can be mixed with meals if your dog is willing to eat them that way. It is more effective if they are given with a small amount of food so they are more readily digested.

 

 

Q. How much phosphorus is in your dog greens?

A. Each ½ teaspoon of Dog Greens contains approximately 4.47 mg of Phosphorus.

Q. How should the drops be administered?

A. The drops can be administered into the side (cheek pocket) of your dog’s mouth. You should dilute the drops with some plain yogurt, baby food or applesauce to take the edge off the taste as the drops are very strong in flavour. You do not have to open your dog’s jaw to syringe the drops in. More details are available on the Instructions page.

Q. My dog doesn’t like the Dog Greens mixed in his food, how else can I get them into him?

A. Some dogs are not cooperative with being syringe fed. For some dogs it’s easier to take a pill than it is to have something syringed into their mouth. If your dog will swallow pills easily or is willing to eat pills mixed or hidden in food you can get empty capsules for the drops. Empty capsules are available at your local health food or vitamin store. You can also order them online at www.Capsuline.com. Choose the appropriate size capsule that you feel your dog can easily swallow. Open the capsule and fill with drops. Close capsule and give it to your dog or place in his food to eat. You have to work fairly quickly as the drops will start to soften the capsule within a few minutes. This method of administration works very well for some customers and this way your dog does not have to taste the drops.

Q. Is there another way to administer the drops instead of using a plastic oral syringe?

A. Some dogs are not cooperative with being syringe fed. For some dogs it’s easier to take a pill than it is to have something syringed into their mouth. If your dog will swallow pills easily or is willing to eat pills mixed or hidden in food you can get empty capsules for the drops. Empty capsules are available at your local health food or vitamin store. You can also order them online at www.Capsuline.com. Choose the appropriate size capsule that you feel your dog can easily swallow. Open the capsule and fill with drops. Close capsule and give it to your dog or place in his food to eat. You have to work fairly quickly as the drops will start to soften the capsule within a few minutes. This method of administration works very well for some customers and this way your dog does not have to taste the drops.

 

Q. My dog is afraid of water, is there another way I can do the hydrotherapy?

A. You can use hot and cold compresses instead of water. A hot water bottle and a bag of frozen peas will work well. Any means of getting a good contrast in temperature. Further instructions can be found at the bottom of the Instructions page under Alternative Method.

Q. I don’t have a hand held shower head is there another way I can do the hydrotherapy?

A. If your dog is small enough and you have a sprayer on your kitchen sink you could do it there instead. Otherwise, you can use hot and cold compresses instead of water. A hot water bottle and a bag of frozen peas will work well. Any means of getting a good contrast in temperature. Further instructions can be found at the bottom of the Instructions page under Alternative Method.

 

Q. What should I feed my dog?

A. Feeding your dog fresh, home prepared meals is one of the most important things you can do to improve his health. There are recipe suggestions on the Diet page of the Five Leaf Botanicals site along with some additional nutrition information. For more recipes, you can check out Dr. Judy Morgan's Yin & Yang book.

Q. Are any of these ingredients from China?

A. None of these ingredients are from China. In fact, 98% of the herbs are grown right here in North America. Five Leaf Botanicals uses exclusively the highest quality Certified Organic or Wild Harvested Herbs.