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Kan Essentials Happy Wanderer (Xiao Yao San) is a Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) herbal formula recommended by holistic veterinarians to harmonize the Liver and Spleen, nourish Blood, regulate Liver Qi, clear Heat from the Liver channel, and drain Dampness. The quintessential formula addressing Liver Qi stagnation and Spleen Qi deficiency, Xiao Yao San is the most widely used Chinese herbal formula in the world and is well-balanced and suitable for long-term use. Available in liquid and tablet forms. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.
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Active ingredients: Bai Shao (Paeonia lactiflora, white), Common name: White peony root; Chai Hu (Bupleurum chinense), Common name: Bupleurum root; Dang Gui Shen (Angelica sinensis, root body), Common name: Dong quai root; Bai Zhu (Atractylodes macrocephala), Common name: White atractylodes rhizome; Fu Ling (Poria cocos), Common name: Poria; Bo He (Mentha haplocalyx), Common name: Chinese mint herb; Gan Cao (Glycyrrhiza uralensis), Common name: Chinese licorice root and rhizome.
Inactive ingredients vary by form; liquid extracts contain alcohol and water; tablets may contain excipients standard to tablet manufacturing.
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Each herb in Happy Wanderer is selected for its specific role within the TCVM framework. Together, they harmonize the Liver and Spleen, nourish and move Blood, regulate Liver Qi, clear stasis Heat, and drain Damp to address the interconnected pattern of Liver Qi stagnation, Blood deficiency, and Spleen Qi deficiency.
Happy Wanderer contains Blood-nourishing, Liver Qi-moving, and Spleen-tonifying herbs with known hepatic, gastrointestinal, and neurological activity. Because herb-drug interaction research in dogs and cats is limited, pets taking prescription medications should use this formula under veterinary supervision.
Extra caution may be appropriate for pets receiving hepatic medications, anticoagulant or antiplatelet medications, sedatives or anxiolytics, gastrointestinal medications, or multiple prescription medications. Your veterinarian can determine whether Happy Wanderer is appropriate based on your pet's condition, medications, and laboratory results.
VETERINARY AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED: Submit Your Authorization Request or Request a TCVM Telemedicine Consultation
In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Happy Wanderer (Xiao Yao San) is the quintessential formula for Liver Qi stagnation with Spleen Qi deficiency and is the most widely used Chinese herbal formula in the world. It harmonizes the Liver and Spleen, nourishes Blood, and regulates Liver Qi; it is commonly used to support emotional calm, healthy digestion, skin and coat health, and liver enzyme levels in dogs and cats.
Happy Wanderer is available in liquid extract (1 oz, 4 oz, or 8 oz) or 500mg tablets (60, 120, or 300 count). You can mix liquid into food or administer it directly; you can also hide tablets in food or a soft treat for easy administration. Dosing varies by species and body weight; your authorizing veterinarian will provide specific guidance.
Results vary by individual and the severity of the pattern. Because Happy Wanderer is well-balanced and suitable for long-term use, some animals may show gradual improvement over several weeks, while those with more established Liver Blood deficiency and Qi stagnation patterns may benefit from extended use. Your authorizing veterinarian can help set appropriate expectations based on your pet's TCVM diagnosis.
Always consult your veterinarian before combining Happy Wanderer with other medications or supplements. Key interactions to discuss include hepatic medications, anticoagulants, and sedatives. Your authorizing veterinarian will monitor for potential interactions through routine lab work and diagnostic testing. See the Potential Drug Interactions section above for details.
Does this need to be given away from meals?
Thank you for your question! We recommend giving all herbal formulas with meals to minimize the chance of digestive upset. Thank you for supporting Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine!