The sound of a dog constantly scratching or licking can be as irritating as nails on a chalkboard. But donât blame your pooch for these bad habits -- a skin condition is probably the culprit. Possible causes range from parasites to allergies to underlying illness.
Licorice root extract is used in alternative medicine as a laxative, a diuretic and an anti-inflammatory agent. It is also used to treat gastric ulcers, respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis and skin conditions such as eczema and canker sores.
Senna is an FDA-approved, non-prescription herb used to treat constipation, and most herbal laxative teas use it as the primary ingredient. Senna, which contains active substances called sennosides, exerts a stimulant laxative effect.