Slippery Elm
Backed by Dr. Katie Woodley
BENEFITS
Slippery elm is a gentle, demulcent herb that helps calm and protect your dog’s digestive tract. Its mucilage forms a soothing layer along the gut lining, reducing irritation from inflammation, acid buildup, and toxins. This makes it especially helpful for dogs dealing with diarrhea, constipation, reflux, or sensitive stomachs. It also supports gut lining repair and can improve nutrient absorption over time. Because it both soothes and stabilizes the GI system, slippery elm is a valuable tool during flares while supporting deeper healing of the gut environment.
Serving Size
XS dogs
(< 10 lbs)
1-2 tsp*
S dogs
(10 - 20 lbs)
2-3 tsp*
M dogs
(21 - 50 lbs)
1-2 tbsp*
L dogs
(51 - 90 lbs)
2-4 tbsp*
XL dogs
(> 90 lbs)
¼ cup*
*Serving sizes based on prepared slurry.
FREQUENCY
Slippery elm can be given 1-2 times per day. During GI flares (vomiting, diarrhea, reflux), it can be given up to 2-3 times daily as needed for symptom relief.
HOW TO SERVE
- Mix 1 tsp slippery elm powder with ½ cup of warm water.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes to form a slurry (gel-like consistency).
- Give the slurry, not the powder, on an empty stomach for best gut-coating effects.
- Store the slurry in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
IMPORTANT
Separate from medications and other supplements by 1 hour.
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McCullough, Ricky. (2013). Expedited Management of Canine and Feline Vomiting and Diarrhea. Observational Study in 3952 Dogs and 2248 Cats Using Sucralfate-Like Potency-Enhanced Polyanionic Phyto-Saccharide—Elm Mucilage. Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine. 03. 228-234. 10.4236/ojvm.2013.33036.