Ashwagandha for Dogs: Calming Root for Stress, Immunity & Joint Health

🌿 One Herb a Week for Dogs: Ashwagandha – The Calming Root

At Ananda Neelam farm, while Sita guards the porch with quiet dignity, Mylo sometimes gets anxious when thunder rolls across Brindlemalai.

That’s when Dr. Chari reaches for a trusted friend — Ashwagandha.

Known as the “strength of the horse” in Ayurveda, Ashwagandha is not just a human adaptogen.

In carefully measured doses, it has a place in canine wellness too.

✅ Benefits for Dogs

1. Stress & Anxiety Relief – Helps calm nervous dogs during travel, fireworks, or separation.

2. Supports Immunity – Strengthens resistance against seasonal changes and minor illnesses.

3. Joint & Muscle Health – Aids in recovery and supports mobility in older dogs.

4. Energy Balancer – Uplifts lethargic dogs and grounds hyperactive ones.

⚠️ Things to Remember

Always use vet-approved formulations — raw roots or powders need correct dosing.

Avoid giving to pregnant dogs or those with thyroid issues unless supervised by a vet.

It works best when used as a long-term tonic, not a quick fix.

💛 The Heart of It

Dr. Chari often reminds — “Herbs don’t change dogs. They return them to their natural state of balance.”

Ashwagandha is exactly that — not a sedative, but a gentle hand that guides the body and mind back to calm strength.

When given with care, it’s like telling your dog: “I see your restlessness, I hold your heart, you are safe.