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Description: High blood pressure (hypertension) occurs when the blood vessels become too small to handle the circulating blood that is under pressure. It is similar to your plumbing at home if your water pressure is too high for household appliances, which will cause a rupture at its weakest points. Your pet's body is the similar. Recent studies indicate that normal blood pressure differs from breed to breed so discuss this with your vet. High blood pressure could cause or affect the retina of the eye, kidney disease, blood clots, Cushing's disease and death.

Contributing factors: Kidney disease, central nervous system disorders, thyroid condition, drugs, Cushing disease, tumors of the adrenal gland diabetes and other medical conditions.

Herbal Treatment: Some herbs that may form part of a formula are: Alfalfa is not just for horses. It is rich in minerals and vitamins and stimulates the immune system. It is also a blood purifier and helps to detoxify the body. American Ginseng may be helpful for treating high blood pressure. Angelica contains 15 compounds beneficial in treating angina and high blood pressure.

Homeopathic Treatment:
Homeopathics are medical formulas based on a theory of like cures like and highly diluted quantities of medicinal substances are given to cure symptoms. Cayenne, garlic

Essential Oils: Every essential oil has a unique and distinctive fragrance which stimulates the immune system, body and emotions in a precise way. The essential oils are diluted with a carrier for delivery because they should not be used in concentrate form. Carriers range from sweet almond oil to watermelon seed oil, each possessing individual healing traits. Essential oils are purposefully matched with individual carries to achieve a specific result. Some essential oil formulas may contain the following essential oils for this disorder:

Flower Essence Mimulus for heart disorders. Gorse helps with serious illness and feelings of despair. Aspen promotes fearlessness.

Other:
Reiki or other types of therapeutic touch is beneficial. It has been our experience dogs respond positively to the healing human touch. Crataegus Leaf , Epimedium, Maitake Mushroom , Pearl