Burdock Root for horses and dogs

Burdock root traditionally belongs to a varied herbal diet and is used in situations where the overall diet is being reviewed, particularly during active daily routines and dietary transitions.

When the diet takes gut and skin health into account as a whole

Burdock root is rich in inulin, which is a soluble fibre.

Inulin belongs to prebiotics, i.e. compounds that are considered as nutrition for the bacteria living in the gut as part of normal digestion.

The gut is a central part of daily nutritional balance, and the overall diet is often also considered from the perspective of metabolism as well as skin and coat, particularly during active daily routines.

Natural composition of the plant

Burdock root naturally contains, among others:

• inulin (approx. 27–45 %)
• carbohydrates and mucilage
• polyphenols
• essential oil compounds
• tannins

Burdock root also naturally contains compounds naturally found in plants with a mildly bitter taste, which are part of its natural composition and are associated with traditional use as part of a varied herbal diet. Bitter compounds are associated with the body's normal digestive process.

A natural part of a balanced diet

Plant-based raw materials, such as burdock root, bring fibres and naturally occurring plant compounds to the diet as part of a daily, balanced whole.

Burdock root is suitable for situations where you want to add variety and plant-based raw materials as part of a balanced diet.

Use

Suitable for use as part of a balanced and varied diet:

• for actively exercising horses and dogs
• during periods of varying workload
• during dietary transitions
• as part of a seasonal herbal diet

Dosage

Horse (500 kg):
1–3 tbsp / day (≈ 8–24 g)

1 tbsp ≈ 8 g

Dog:
1–2 tsp / day

Recommended to be ground before use.

Alternative use (as a decoction)

1 dl root / 1 l water
Soak for a few hours or overnight
Simmer gently for 15–20 min

Dosage:

• horse: approx. 0,5 l
• dog: 0,5–1 dl

Mix into the regular feed.

Composition

100 % burdock root

Background information

The composition of burdock root has been examined in various contexts, particularly with regard to its fibre content and naturally occurring plant compounds. Its use is largely based on traditional herbal feeding practices.