The Elixir of Long Life, that is what it has been called in the past. What is this natural food? Kombucha tea, simply enough. We have seen it in the cooler at the health food store, and many know of its benefits. Did you know that your pets can also benefit from Kombucha, inside and out?

One of the conditions that dogs can experience is called hot spots. This is annoying and painful for your dog. Kombucha has been used on these bald spots on dogs to soothe and promote healthy tissue.

If your dog has growths, something that has become more common in recent years, it is likely a fatty tumor, harmless but worry some nonetheless. Your vet can perform a simple test to withdraw a little fluid from the growth to verify that it is truly just fat, and may suggest leaving it unless it interferes with movement. You can give your dog a detoxification tonic of one teaspoon of Kombucha in their drinking water to aid in reducing fat and improving overall health.

Most animals age much faster than people, and we must watch as they transition from healthy and active to slower movement. Kombucha tea was carried by Japanese soldiers as an elixir to give energy in battle. You can give your pet Kombucha in their drinking water, or directly in the mouth using a dropper. This gives them an energy kick and a nutritional boost.

Bothered by the flea season? Kombucha can be sprayed on irritated skin to bring soothing relief. Some animals are allergic to fleas as well, and the acidic balancing for skin and hair makes your animal more resilient to these pesky flea attacks.

Has your pet ever been given antibiotics for treatment? Antibiotics reek havoc with the digestive tract, but Kombucha tea will help restore the positive flora that your pet needs for good digestion. You will see a correction in their bowel movements as well by adding Kombucha to their diet.

Healthy coats are a sign of good health. By adding Kombucha to your pets diet you will be aiding your pet in balancing their acid and alkaline balance and add beneficial nutrients to their diet. Sounds like a win-win situation to me!

Both you and your pet can benefit from the addition of Kombucha to your diets. Give it a try, it's easy to grow your own Kombucha, or find in your local health food store. Kombucha tea, the natural, nutritional mushroom.

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