Dose:

Small amount, given as needed (no more than 5% of weekly diet)

Benefits:

Used for cooling in summer, increases circulation.

Stimulates appetite.

Safe introductory green for kits.

Can eat leaves, sticks/twigs/branches and berries.

Make sure it’s chemical free by washing it with fresh water.

Dangers:

Berries are not safe for kits under 12 weeks.

Can upset stomach pH and bring on GI stasis.

Soft stools.

High in sugar/low in fibre.

Causes mouth bacteria issues.

Can cause dental pain.

Risk of obesity.

Brown, wilting or red-stained leaves are dangerous.