• Incontinence can be caused by a variety of factors.Dog image by Westy;] from Fotolia.com
  
  Incontinence can occur in dogs as a result of illness or physical or emotional trauma, and can be frustrating to live with. It is important to understand that true incontinence is not a behavioral issue but a medical one, and scolding the dog will not improve the situation, but may worsen it by adding fear and stress to the equation. There are medications and treatments available that help your dog's incontinence, but many owners prefer to try a natural approach first. Before administering any natural remedy, consult a homeopathic veterinarian to be sure it will benefit and not harm your dog.
  
  

Fresh Cornsilk

• Cornsilk can be used fresh from the ear.corn image by saied shahinkiya from Fotolia.com
  
  Cornsilk soothes the urinary tract and encourages the bladder to empty completely every time. It can even be fed directly from the ear as long as no signs of mold or decomposition are present.
  
  

Comfrey

• Comfrey is a healing herb.comfrey plants image by Paula Gent from Fotolia.com
  
  Comfrey helps heal injuries to the urinary tract and bladder.
  
  

Saw Palmetto

• Saw palmetto is good for the prostate.Palmetto Frond image by Jorge Moro from Fotolia.com
  
  Saw Palmetto has anti-inflammatory properties and helps improve bladder tone and control. It also regulates hormone levels and benefits the prostate in male dogs.
  
  

Echinacea/Garlic

• Garlic helps fight infection.garlic image by Norbert Tuske from Fotolia.com
  
  Echinacea and garlic work to rid the body of infection and the waste that remains when pathogenic bacteria die. If the incontinence is caused by a chronic urinary tract infection, this may be all that's necessary, and may be gentler to the dog's system than antibiotics.
  
  

Wild Yam

• Not only does wild yam act as an anti-inflammatory, it can also help resolve chronic urinary tract issues.
  
  

Alfalfa

• Alfalfa balances the pH of the urine. If the incontinence is due to urinary crystals, this may be a valuable addition to the treatment plan.
  
  

Cantharis

• Cantharis is a homeopathic remedy that soothes the lining of the bladder and urethra in dogs with frequent urination urges.
  
  

Pulsatilla

• Pulsatilla can help the dog hold his urine.pulsatilla patens image by Soja Andrzej from Fotolia.com
  
  Pulsatilla is a homeopathic remedy that can strengthen the bladder sphincter, making it possible for the dog to "hold" his urine until he can go in the appropriate place.
  
  

Kreosotum

• For incontinence rooted in emotional issues, kreosotum can help reduce stress and anxiety. This helps your dog relax and get back into the "potty outside" mode.
  
  

Proprietary Blends

• Many homeopathic remedy manufacturers sell blends of herbs and extracts that are formulated to help treat several aspects of incontinence in one shot. There are specialized formulas for incontinence resulting from spaying, old age, kidney disease, or even emotional instability. Consult a vet before trying any proprietary blend to make sure it's from a reputable company. He should also determine whether the different concentrations in the formula will be beneficial to your dog's particular case. Natural and homeopathic remedies are not federally regulated, so there's no guarantee of safety or effectiveness.