Mint for Dog Nausea and More...

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Mint, with its square stem and beautiful oval leaves, is easy to grow. There are many different kinds of mints; however, peppermint is most commonly used medicinally.

Mint is an herb that has been around for hundreds of years, and it has stood the test of time. The use of mint actually goes back to the ancient Romans and Greeks.

The English started cultivating mint and using it medicinally in the mid 1700s. Americans soon followed, and today, the United States grows more peppermint than any other country in the world.

What is Mint Used For?

German health authorities recognize mint as a remedy for irritable bowel syndrome, a condition that includes symptoms like abdominal pain or cramping, bloating, gas, and diarrhea or constipation.

Dried mint can be added to dog treat ingredients for dog biscuits or dog cookies to help dogs with the following conditions:

• Dog nausea

• Dog bad breath

• Canine flatulence

• Dog motion sickness

Is Mint Safe for Dogs?

However, DO NOT substitute methol or mint extract, as these are too concentrated and can be harmful to your dog.

Peppermint oil, in its concentrated form, can actually cause heartburn or acid reflux, and it can irritate your dog's skin if it is applied externally.

So, the bottom line is that peppermint is safe for your dog as long as you stick to the dried leaves and not the concentrated peppermint oil or extract.

If you add a tablespoon to a ¼ cup of dried leaves to your dog treat recipe, you will add nutrition and help your dog to be more pleasant when he is close.

Charcoal Dog Biscuits are an example of a doggie breath mints recipe that contains mint.


If you would like to learn more about healthy dog treat ingredients, go to dog nutrition or healthy dog treat ingredients.

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