The Botanical Topper guide
An online herb book for dogs

full of small natural additions that make all the difference in the food bowl

Once there was a food bowl,
and everything that ended up in it.

Sometimes just right.
Sometimes a little less balanced.

And then… came the small additions.

A pinch of herb that brought warmth.
A leaf that gave peace.
Something soft for the belly,
something fresh for the coat.

No big changes.
No complicated schemes.
Only small choices,
that slowly found their place.

This is not a manual.
No step-by-step plan you must follow.

It is a collection of what nature has to offer —
to browse through,
to discover,
and perhaps… to find something
that fits your dog perfectly.

Would you prefer to directly access information about a specific topic?

All toppers A-Z
Intestines & digestion
Immune system & resistance
Joints & mobility
Rest & relaxation
Skin & coat
Energy & vitality

What are Botanical Top Picks?

Botanical toppers are small additions to your dog's daily diet, sourced from what nature has long offered. Think of dried herbs, leaves, roots, flowers, and fruits — ingredients carefully selected and minimally processed to preserve their original character.

The use of plants and herbs in food has a long history. Traditional dietary practices often looked beyond just the composition of a meal. There was attention to the whole: to how different ingredients come together, and how small additions can contribute to balance within the body — including in dogs, who are inherently close to these natural feeding patterns.

This way of looking still forms the basis of this selection. The toppers in this guide are not chosen at random, but carefully compiled based on knowledge of herbs and nutrition, with an eye for the role they can play in your dog's daily feeding. Not as a standalone solution, but as part of a larger whole, where food is approached with mindfulness.

From Fiber to Antioxidants

Plants naturally contain a wealth of substances — from fibers and bitter compounds to aromatic compounds and antioxidants. These substances do not stand alone but are part of a larger whole, in which everything is interconnected.

When added to food, they connect with processes already present in the body. Not by taking over or changing something, but by gently moving with what is already happening. Within this approach, the emphasis is not on one isolated effect, but on how different elements can collectively contribute to balance.

This usually happens gradually. Not in clear peaks or rapid changes, but rather in the background, as a quiet support that manifests itself over time. It is precisely this subtle character that makes botanical powerhouses suitable within a thoughtfully composed diet, allowing for nuance and variation.
Part 1. The basics of botanical nutrition
Hoofdstuk 1. Kruiden voor honden: een holitische toevoeging in de voerbak - Shop with Marley's

Chapter 1. Herbs for Dogs: A Holistic Addition to the Food Bowl

What are herbs for dogs, also known as 'Holistic Canine Herbalism'? Holistic canine herbalism is a way of looking at dogs, nutrition, and herbs where nothing stands entirely alone. Instead...

Our functional heroes from A-Z

Behind every herb, seed, or ingredient lies a unique effect. Sometimes subtle, sometimes powerful, but always tailored to your dog's body. In this guide, we'll take you through all our botanical stars — highlighted one by one, so you understand exactly what you're giving and why.

From supporting digestion to promoting calm, immunity, or mobility: each star has its own character, application, and the best time for it to shine.

It's our herbal remedy book, but for your dog. No dry theory, but practical insights that you can directly apply to their food bowl.
Part 2. Our top performers from A-Z
Artisjok [Cynara Scolymus] - Shop with Marley's

Artisjok [Cynara Scolymus]

Naam: Artisjok Lat. naam: Cynara scolymus Bekend als: artisjok, artichoke Type: blad Vorm: Poeder of gesneden Smaak: licht bitter/groen Vitamines: C, K en folaat Mineralen: calcium, magnesium en ijzer Combineren met:...