Animal Essentials Senior Support Herbal Tincture for Dogs and Cats (1 oz)

{"id":7155202064454,"title":"Animal Essentials Senior Support Herbal Tincture for Dogs and Cats (1 oz)","handle":"animal-essentials-senior-support-for-dogs-and-cats-1-oz","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAnimal Essentials Senior Support is a liquid herbal tonic for aging dogs and cats. Its certified organic herb blend is designed to support everyday vitality and normal brain, circulatory, digestive, and liver function as pets grow older. Add it to a senior companion's daily routine with guidance from your veterinarian, especially if your pet takes medication or has a diagnosed condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e A daily botanical blend for pets entering or living in their senior years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrain and circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginkgo leaf and hawthorn berry are included for traditional circulatory support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestion and liver health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dandelion, marshmallow, and milk thistle contribute to the blend's traditional digestive and liver-support roles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday vitality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alfalfa and oat flowering tops round out the tonic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Key Herbs: TCVM and Western Perspectives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe herbs below are listed as one proprietary blend totaling 250 mg per 1 mL; the amount of each herb is not disclosed. Traditional descriptions and ingredient research do not establish treatment effects for this finished product in dogs or cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlfalfa (Medicago sativa) - Alfalfa:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb in this preparation, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nutrient-containing plant with vitamins and polyphenols studied for antioxidant properties; this is not a substitute for a complete diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePu Gong Ying (Taraxacum officinale) - Dandelion root and leaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dandelion is traditionally used to clear Heat and resolve toxicity; the listed root-and-leaf extract is not necessarily equivalent to a classical preparation. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf and root contain phenolics and bitter compounds studied for digestive and antioxidant properties. Do not interpret this as evidence of kidney detoxification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk thistle seed (Silybum marianum) - Milk thistle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silymarin flavonolignans have been studied for liver-supporting antioxidant activity; the formula is not a treatment for liver disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Xing Ye (Ginkgo biloba) - Ginkgo leaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginkgo leaf is used in some contemporary Chinese herbal practice, but should not be confused with Bai Guo, the seed. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flavonoids and terpene lactones have been studied for vascular and cognitive effects; pet-specific evidence for this blend is limited. Discuss use with a veterinarian if your pet takes medicines affecting clotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Zha (Crataegus species) - Hawthorn berry:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used to support food stagnation and digestion; this does not establish a heart-treatment claim for this tincture. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawthorn flavonoids and procyanidins have been researched for cardiovascular effects. Consult your veterinarian if your pet takes heart or blood-pressure medicines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOat flowering tops (Avena sativa) - Oat:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM preparation, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used as a gentle nutritive botanical; evidence for specific effects from oat flowering tops in pets is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) - Marshmallow:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its mucilage is traditionally used to soothe mucous membranes. Ask your veterinarian how to time it around oral medicines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Suan (Allium sativum) - Garlic:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally described as warming and used to support digestion, but that does not establish safety for dogs or cats. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garlic contains organosulfur compounds; allium plants can damage red blood cells in pets, particularly cats. The amount of garlic within this proprietary blend is not disclosed, so consult your veterinarian before giving this product, especially to a cat or an anemic pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients per 1 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proprietary blend of certified organic alfalfa, dandelion root and leaf, milk thistle seed, ginkgo biloba leaf, hawthorn berry, oat flowering tops, marshmallow root and garlic, 250 mg total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInactive ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled water, grain alcohol USP (less than 3% by volume), vegetable glycerin USP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAdminister orally directly or add to food or water. The existing product directions say to give directly one hour before a meal, or with food or water 1 to 2 times daily. Check with your veterinarian before use, especially for cats or pets taking medication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs under 20 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs 20-50 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 to 1.0 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs over 50 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 to 2.0 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eContains garlic and ginkgo. Allium ingredients can be harmful to dogs and cats, and the garlic quantity within the proprietary blend is not disclosed. Ask your veterinarian to assess suitability before use, particularly for cats, pets with anemia or bleeding concerns, and pets taking anticoagulants, antiplatelets, heart medicines, or other prescription drugs. Contains less than 3% grain alcohol by volume. Stop use and consult a veterinarian if your pet develops an adverse reaction or if symptoms persist or worsen. This supplement is not a substitute for veterinary evaluation of cognitive, cardiac, kidney, or liver symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout Animal Essentials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe vendor describes this as a small-batch USA-made blend of certified organic herbs without preservatives, dyes, or artificial additives. The liquid base contains vegetable glycerin, distilled water, and less than 3% grain alcohol by volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Senior Support intended to do? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIt is a daily herbal tonic intended to support normal vitality, circulation, digestion, and cognitive wellness in older dogs and cats. It does not diagnose or treat age-related disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow much should I give my pet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe existing directions give dogs under 20 lbs 0.25 to 0.5 mL, dogs 20-50 lbs 0.5 to 1.0 mL, dogs over 50 lbs 1.0 to 2.0 mL, and cats 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. Ask your veterinarian to confirm an appropriate amount before starting, especially for cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow do the TCVM and Western perspectives differ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM describes traditional actions for certain herbs, such as Shan Zha for food stagnation and Pu Gong Ying for clearing Heat. Western research looks at constituents such as milk thistle silymarin, ginkgo terpene lactones, and hawthorn flavonoids. Neither perspective establishes clinical outcomes for this finished proprietary blend in pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs this appropriate for a cat or a pet taking medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eConsult your veterinarian first. Although the vendor lists dosing for cats, the blend contains garlic, and its amount is not disclosed. 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Its certified organic herb blend is designed to support everyday vitality and normal brain, circulatory, digestive, and liver function as pets grow older. Add it to a senior companion's daily routine with guidance from your veterinarian, especially if your pet takes medication or has a diagnosed condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy aging:\u003c\/strong\u003e A daily botanical blend for pets entering or living in their senior years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrain and circulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginkgo leaf and hawthorn berry are included for traditional circulatory support.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestion and liver health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dandelion, marshmallow, and milk thistle contribute to the blend's traditional digestive and liver-support roles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday vitality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alfalfa and oat flowering tops round out the tonic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout the Key Herbs: TCVM and Western Perspectives\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe herbs below are listed as one proprietary blend totaling 250 mg per 1 mL; the amount of each herb is not disclosed. Traditional descriptions and ingredient research do not establish treatment effects for this finished product in dogs or cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlfalfa (Medicago sativa) - Alfalfa:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb in this preparation, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nutrient-containing plant with vitamins and polyphenols studied for antioxidant properties; this is not a substitute for a complete diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePu Gong Ying (Taraxacum officinale) - Dandelion root and leaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dandelion is traditionally used to clear Heat and resolve toxicity; the listed root-and-leaf extract is not necessarily equivalent to a classical preparation. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf and root contain phenolics and bitter compounds studied for digestive and antioxidant properties. Do not interpret this as evidence of kidney detoxification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk thistle seed (Silybum marianum) - Milk thistle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silymarin flavonolignans have been studied for liver-supporting antioxidant activity; the formula is not a treatment for liver disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYin Xing Ye (Ginkgo biloba) - Ginkgo leaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ginkgo leaf is used in some contemporary Chinese herbal practice, but should not be confused with Bai Guo, the seed. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flavonoids and terpene lactones have been studied for vascular and cognitive effects; pet-specific evidence for this blend is limited. Discuss use with a veterinarian if your pet takes medicines affecting clotting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShan Zha (Crataegus species) - Hawthorn berry:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used to support food stagnation and digestion; this does not establish a heart-treatment claim for this tincture. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hawthorn flavonoids and procyanidins have been researched for cardiovascular effects. Consult your veterinarian if your pet takes heart or blood-pressure medicines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOat flowering tops (Avena sativa) - Oat:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM preparation, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used as a gentle nutritive botanical; evidence for specific effects from oat flowering tops in pets is limited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow root (Althaea officinalis) - Marshmallow:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not a standard classical TCVM herb, so no formal TCVM action is assigned. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its mucilage is traditionally used to soothe mucous membranes. Ask your veterinarian how to time it around oral medicines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Suan (Allium sativum) - Garlic:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTCVM perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally described as warming and used to support digestion, but that does not establish safety for dogs or cats. \u003cstrong\u003eWestern perspective:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garlic contains organosulfur compounds; allium plants can damage red blood cells in pets, particularly cats. The amount of garlic within this proprietary blend is not disclosed, so consult your veterinarian before giving this product, especially to a cat or an anemic pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive ingredients per 1 mL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proprietary blend of certified organic alfalfa, dandelion root and leaf, milk thistle seed, ginkgo biloba leaf, hawthorn berry, oat flowering tops, marshmallow root and garlic, 250 mg total.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInactive ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distilled water, grain alcohol USP (less than 3% by volume), vegetable glycerin USP.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSuggested Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAdminister orally directly or add to food or water. The existing product directions say to give directly one hour before a meal, or with food or water 1 to 2 times daily. Check with your veterinarian before use, especially for cats or pets taking medication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs under 20 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs 20-50 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 to 1.0 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDogs over 50 lbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.0 to 2.0 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCautions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eContains garlic and ginkgo. Allium ingredients can be harmful to dogs and cats, and the garlic quantity within the proprietary blend is not disclosed. Ask your veterinarian to assess suitability before use, particularly for cats, pets with anemia or bleeding concerns, and pets taking anticoagulants, antiplatelets, heart medicines, or other prescription drugs. Contains less than 3% grain alcohol by volume. Stop use and consult a veterinarian if your pet develops an adverse reaction or if symptoms persist or worsen. This supplement is not a substitute for veterinary evaluation of cognitive, cardiac, kidney, or liver symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout Animal Essentials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe vendor describes this as a small-batch USA-made blend of certified organic herbs without preservatives, dyes, or artificial additives. The liquid base contains vegetable glycerin, distilled water, and less than 3% grain alcohol by volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat is Senior Support intended to do? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIt is a daily herbal tonic intended to support normal vitality, circulation, digestion, and cognitive wellness in older dogs and cats. It does not diagnose or treat age-related disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow much should I give my pet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe existing directions give dogs under 20 lbs 0.25 to 0.5 mL, dogs 20-50 lbs 0.5 to 1.0 mL, dogs over 50 lbs 1.0 to 2.0 mL, and cats 0.25 to 0.5 mL per serving, 1 to 2 times daily, or as directed by your veterinarian. Ask your veterinarian to confirm an appropriate amount before starting, especially for cats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHow do the TCVM and Western perspectives differ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eTCVM describes traditional actions for certain herbs, such as Shan Zha for food stagnation and Pu Gong Ying for clearing Heat. Western research looks at constituents such as milk thistle silymarin, ginkgo terpene lactones, and hawthorn flavonoids. Neither perspective establishes clinical outcomes for this finished proprietary blend in pets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs this appropriate for a cat or a pet taking medication?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eConsult your veterinarian first. Although the vendor lists dosing for cats, the blend contains garlic, and its amount is not disclosed. Ginkgo and hawthorn also warrant a medication review, particularly for pets on medicines affecting clotting or cardiovascular function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}