Kidney stones, urinary infections, or rising BUN levels can be extremely painful for pets. Conventional treatment often involves long-term medicines or even surgery. But Ayurveda offers us gentle herbs that help flush toxins, break down stones, and support kidney function naturally.
Instead try this herbal tea recipe you can make at home. It’s safe, soothing, and works beautifully as daily prevention or alongside other healing support.
Star Ingredient: Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris)
Also called “puncture vine,” Gokshura is Ayurveda’s favourite herb for the urinary and renal system.
Why Gokshura helps:
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Acts as a natural diuretic: increases urine flow, flushing toxins & excess urea.
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Helps break down calcium oxalate crystals by softening them, making them easier to pass. Gokshura has been shown to inhibit the formation of calcium oxalate crystals and their growth process, which is a key step in the development of kidney stones.
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Reduces inflammation in the bladder & urinary tract, soothing pain, burning, and straining.
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Supports overall kidney health, keeping them strong and active.
Ingredients for the Tea
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Gokshura buds – 1 tsp (crushed or whole)
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Fenugreek seeds (methi) – ½ tsp
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Coriander seeds – ½ tsp
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Water – 1 cup (250 ml)
Optional: Add ½ tsp of UTI & Stone Relief blend for a more potent herbal boost (contains 9+ extracts including gokshura, punarnava, and varun).
Method
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Add all herbs and seeds into a small pan with 1 cup of water.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 8–10 minutes.
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Strain and let cool to room temperature & mix 1/2 tsp of UTI & Stone Relief blend
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Serve as is, or mix into your pet’s food/broth.
How to Use
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Small dogs (<10 kg): 2–3 tbsp once daily
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Medium dogs (10–25 kg): ¼ cup once daily
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Large dogs (25+ kg): ½ cup once daily
Always start slow and observe your pet. For pets already on medication, consult your vet before introducing herbs.
Why This Tea Helps
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Breaks down stones (especially calcium oxalate)
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Flushes toxins & excess urea (supports BUN balance)
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Soothes UTIs & bladder inflammation
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Protects kidney function naturally
Renal problems are painful, but they don’t have to mean a lifetime of heavy medicines. Herbs like Gokshura show us that nature already has safe, effective answers.
