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Looking for an Adrenal Harmony Gold or NHV Supraglan Alternative in Australia?
A straightforward comparison of three herbal adrenal products for dogs, including what is actually in them, where they are made, what Australian owners should consider and where natural support may fit when a dog has Cushing's disease.
The quick answer
If you have been searching for Adrenal Harmony Gold in Australia or looking at importing NHV Supraglan from Canada, my own Adrenal Support is the Australian-made alternative I would recommend looking at first.
It is a broad eight-herb formula made in small batches in Perth, naturally bacon flavoured and supplied locally. For dogs needing more complete support, the Adrenal Kit combines Adrenal Support with Vital Support for additional immune, liver, antioxidant and vitality support.
Importantly: none of these products cures Cushing's disease or removes a pituitary or adrenal tumour. A herbal supplement should sit alongside appropriate veterinary diagnosis, treatment and monitoring—not replace it.
Why are Australian dog owners searching for alternatives?
I hear from many owners after they have found a product in a Facebook group, read a promising review or had Adrenal Harmony Gold or NHV Supraglan recommended by another dog owner.
Both are established herbal products. Adrenal Harmony Gold is available through an Australian website, while NHV Supraglan is made in Canada. The practical differences for Australian customers include bottle size, herbal concentration, cost per mL, delivery charges, stock availability and whether local advice is available. Both competitor products also use a traditional glass dropper, which can be messy, less precise and more likely to leave product behind.
NHV confirms that its international parcels are sent using couriers such as DHL, FedEx and UPS, with shipping charged in addition to the product. It also states that any applicable import charges are the customer's responsibility. The exact total changes depending on the order and destination, but freight can make a single bottle considerably more expensive by the time it reaches Australia.
A brief word about Cushing's disease
Cushing's disease, also called hyperadrenocorticism, occurs when a dog's body is exposed to too much cortisol over time. Cortisol is essential for normal metabolism, immune function and the stress response, but persistently excessive levels can affect many parts of the body.
Common signs can include:
- Drinking and urinating much more than usual
- Constant hunger or food-seeking
- Heavy panting, including at night
- A round or pot-bellied appearance
- Thinning coat or slow hair regrowth
- Thin, fragile or darkened skin
- Reduced energy and weaker back legs
- Recurring skin, ear or urinary problems
These signs are not exclusive to Cushing's. Diabetes, kidney disease, liver problems, medication effects and other conditions can look similar, so proper veterinary testing matters. For a complete explanation, read my guide to Cushing's disease symptoms, testing, treatment, diet and everyday care.
Adrenal Support vs Adrenal Harmony Gold vs NHV Supraglan
All three products are liquid herbal formulas, but they are not identical. They vary considerably in bottle size, concentration, applicator, cost and where they are made. This comparison uses information checked in September 2026; formulas, prices, currencies and shipping policies can change.
| What to compare | Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support |
Pet Wellbeing Adrenal Harmony Gold |
NHV Supraglan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Made in | Perth, Western Australia | United States | Canada |
| Formula | Withania, Holy Basil, St Mary's Thistle, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla, Astragalus, Ginkgo and Chaste Tree | Withania, Holy Basil, Turmeric, Bacopa, Astragalus, Milk Thistle, Blessed Thistle, Chaste Tree and Prickly Ash | Borage, Astragalus, Bistort, Eleuthero and Wild Yam |
| Herbal concentration |
1:2 extract 500 mg dried herb equivalent per mL 1 mL = 20 drops |
485 mg dried herb equivalent per mL |
165 mg dried herb equivalent per mL Approximately one-third of the concentration of ours |
| Total dried herb equivalent per bottle | 50,000 mg in 100 mL | Approximately 28,615 mg in 59 mL | Approximately 16,500 mg in 100 mL |
| Taste and base | Vegetable glycerine with natural vegan bacon flavour | Water and vegetable glycerine with natural bacon flavour | Liquid herbal formula |
| Bottle size |
100 mL 200 mL option also available |
59 mL | 100 mL |
| Bottle price | AUD $69.95 | AUD $74.95 |
AUD $84.95 Before freight |
| Cost per mL |
AUD $0.70 per mL AUD $0.80 per mL after adding $9.95 Express Post to a one-bottle order |
AUD $1.27 per mL AUD $1.49 per mL after adding $12.95 standard shipping to a one-bottle order |
AUD $0.85 per mL Before freight |
| Freight to an Australian customer |
AUD $9.95 Express Post Australia-wide from Perth |
AUD $12.95 Standard shipping Australia-wide |
International freight is additional and calculated at checkout; possible import charges remain the customer's responsibility |
| One-bottle cost including stated delivery |
AUD $79.90 $69.95 bottle + $9.95 Express Post |
AUD $87.90 $74.95 bottle + $12.95 standard shipping |
AUD $84.95 plus international freight Final total depends on checkout and any import costs |
| Measuring and dispensing |
Calibrated oral syringe with a medical-grade, drip-free SealSafe adapter More precise, no messy drips, less waste and helps protect freshness |
Traditional glass dropper, which can drip and make precise measuring harder | Traditional glass dropper, which can drip and leave product behind |
| Getting it in Australia | Dispatched from Perth using Australia Post Express Post for $9.95 Australia-wide | Available from Pet Wellbeing's Australian website with standard Australia-wide shipping | Canadian-made formula sent to Australia by international courier |
| Stock availability | Made and blended weekly in Perth |
Frequently unavailable Listed as out of stock when checked in September 2026 |
Check current availability before ordering |
| Included with the order | Free Taco's Treats sample with every Australian order | Standard product order | Standard product order |
| Who formulated it? | Personally formulated by Erin Follington, Small Animal Naturopath | Veterinarian-formulated | Veterinarian-formulated |
| Additional option | Adrenal Kit adds Vital Support for broader whole-body support | Separate companion products are recommended by the brand | Separate Milk Thistle and larger kits are available |
What those figures mean: our Adrenal Support provides 500 mg of dried herb equivalent per mL. That is slightly more concentrated than Adrenal Harmony Gold at 485 mg per mL and just over three times the stated concentration of NHV Supraglan at 165 mg per mL. A 100 mL bottle of ours therefore contains approximately 50,000 mg of dried herb equivalent, compared with approximately 28,615 mg in a 59 mL bottle of Adrenal Harmony Gold and 16,500 mg in a 100 mL bottle of Supraglan.
Concentration is useful when comparing liquid herbal products, but it is not the only consideration. The herb selection, suitability for the individual dog, medications, other health conditions, dosage and consistent use all matter.
What is similar to Adrenal Harmony Gold?
Of the three products, Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support has the closest herbal overlap with Adrenal Harmony Gold. Both formulas contain:
Withania / Ashwagandha Holy Basil Turmeric Astragalus St Mary's Thistle / Milk Thistle Chaste Tree / Vitex
My formula also contains Sarsaparilla and Ginkgo, while Adrenal Harmony Gold adds Bacopa, Blessed Thistle and Prickly Ash. They are not copies of one another, but they share the same broad idea: adaptogenic, liver-supportive and antioxidant herbs selected to support the adrenal and stress-response systems.
NHV Supraglan takes a different approach. Its published formula includes Borage, Astragalus, Bistort, Eleuthero and Wild Yam. It may appeal to owners specifically looking for those herbs, but it is not especially close to Adrenal Harmony Gold in its ingredient profile.
Two Australian-made options
Adrenal Support or the Adrenal Kit?
Choose Adrenal Support when you want a focused herbal formula for healthy adrenal function, stress response, energy, hydration, skin and coat wellbeing.
Choose the Adrenal Kit when your dog needs wider support. It combines Adrenal Support with Vital Support for additional immune, liver, metabolic, antioxidant and everyday vitality support.
- Small-batch blended in Perth
- Human-grade herbs sourced through trusted Australian suppliers
- Vegetable glycerine base rather than an alcohol-based tincture
- Natural vegan bacon flavour for easier dosing
Why I believe ours is the best practical choice for many Australian dogs
I am obviously proud of the formula I have created, but I also want to be fair: Adrenal Harmony Gold and NHV Supraglan are genuine products made by established companies. My reason for recommending ours is that Australian pet owners receive a concentrated, thoughtfully formulated product with reliable local availability, precise dosing and personal support.
It is genuinely Australian-made
I formulate it here and we blend it in small batches each week in Perth. It is not simply an imported formula sold by an Australian-owned company.
Affordable Express Post Australia-wide
Your order travels within Australia from Perth using Express Post for $9.95 Australia-wide. Pet Wellbeing charges $12.95 for standard Australian shipping, while NHV adds international freight at checkout.
You can speak to the formulator
If you are unsure about medications, dose or which option suits your dog, you can contact us and receive advice from the Australian business that actually makes it.
A broad eight-herb formula
The blend supports more than the adrenal glands alone, with adaptogenic, liver-supportive and antioxidant herbs chosen to work together.
Easy to mix through food
The vegetable glycerine and natural vegan bacon flavour make it much more manageable than trying to give a bitter or strongly alcoholic herbal liquid.
Single formula or complete kit
You can begin with Adrenal Support or choose the Adrenal Kit when broader immune, liver, antioxidant and vitality support makes more sense.
Practical tips for supporting a dog with Cushing's disease
Supplements are only one part of the picture. These simple everyday measures can make life much easier for a dog with Cushing's and for the person caring for them.
Never restrict water
Excessive drinking can be frustrating, especially when accidents occur, but dogs with Cushing's need free access to fresh water unless a veterinarian has given a very specific medical instruction.
Offer more toilet breaks
Extra trips outside, washable bedding and a night-time toilet break can reduce stress while thirst and urination are being brought under better control.
Keep a weekly symptom diary
Record appetite, water intake, panting, accidents, sleep, energy, skin and medication. Gradual changes are much easier to recognise when they are written down.
Use smaller, sensible meals
If your dog seems constantly hungry, dividing the daily food allowance into smaller meals can help. Choose balanced food with good-quality protein and calories suited to body condition.
Protect weakening muscles
Gentle walks, non-slip mats, ramps and keeping nails comfortably short can help dogs whose back legs are becoming weaker. Avoid exhausting exercise.
Pay attention to skin and urine
Recurring skin, ear and urinary infections can occur more easily. Strong urine odour, blood, discomfort, greasy skin, sores or sudden itching deserve veterinary attention.
Keep your dog cool
A cool sleeping area, airflow and avoiding exercise in the hottest part of the day can help a dog who pants heavily, particularly through the night.
Change one thing at a time
Starting several new products together makes it difficult to know what agrees with your dog. Introduce support carefully and keep your veterinarian informed.
Real pets. Real experiences.
What Australian customers have noticed
These verified reviews were shared by customers using Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support or the Adrenal Kit. I am always grateful when owners let us follow a little part of their dog's story.
“Taking the edge off his symptoms”
“My 15-year-old Goldie was diagnosed with Cushing's disease. Been using Adrenal Support and it seems to be taking the edge off his symptoms. Erin is great to deal with and so helpful.”
Little Chanel
“So far the Adrenal Support is doing what it's meant to. My little girl Chanel seems to be doing very well, as she has had Cushing's disease for three years now.”
“My boy is back to his old self”
“Within two weeks I noticed a huge improvement in his coat, his energy and his weight. My boy is back to his old self again!”
Review excerpts have been lightly edited for spelling and punctuation only. Customer reviews describe individual experiences and are not a guarantee that another dog will have the same response. They are not a substitute for veterinary diagnosis or treatment.
Safety first: Cushing's medication and herbal support
Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support and the Adrenal Kit may be considered alongside Vetoryl® when your veterinarian knows everything your dog is taking and regular veterinary monitoring continues.
- Never stop, reduce or change Vetoryl or another prescribed medication without veterinary direction.
- Do not use Adrenal Support or the Adrenal Kit alongside blood-thinning medication.
- Stop herbal formulas before anaesthesia as directed on the product safety information.
- Use additional caution for dogs with diabetes or a sensitive stomach.
- Seek veterinary advice promptly for collapse, severe weakness, repeated vomiting, diarrhoea, refusal to eat or sudden deterioration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support the same as Adrenal Harmony Gold?
No. They are separate formulas from different companies. They share six key herbs, but each contains additional herbs of its own. Natural Pet Supplements Adrenal Support is formulated and made in Australia.
Is Adrenal Support an alternative to NHV Supraglan?
It is an Australian-made option for owners seeking complementary adrenal support, but the formulas are different. Supraglan uses Borage, Astragalus, Bistort, Eleuthero and Wild Yam. Our formula uses eight herbs, including Withania, Holy Basil, St Mary's Thistle, Turmeric, Astragalus and Chaste Tree.
Can natural supplements cure Cushing's disease?
No. Supplements cannot remove an adrenal or pituitary tumour and should not be described as a cure. Their role is to support normal body functions, comfort and general wellbeing as part of an appropriate veterinary care plan.
Can I use Adrenal Support with Vetoryl?
It may be considered alongside Vetoryl with veterinary awareness and regular blood testing. Never adjust medication based on symptoms alone. If you are unsure, contact us with your dog's age, weight, medications and relevant health history before ordering.
Which is better: Adrenal Support or the Adrenal Kit?
Adrenal Support is the focused option. The Adrenal Kit adds Vital Support and is generally my preferred option where a dog needs broader support for vitality, immune health, liver and metabolic wellbeing. The right choice still depends on the individual dog.
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My final thoughts
If you arrived here because you were trying to buy Adrenal Harmony Gold in Australia or wondering whether it was worth importing NHV Supraglan from Canada, I hope this comparison has made the decision a little clearer.
Both competing formulas have their place. But for Australian owners, I genuinely believe our Adrenal Support offers an excellent combination of concentration, value, quality herbs, palatability, reliable local availability and personal support. Every Australian order is sent by Express Post for $9.95 and includes a free Taco's Treats sample. You can also contact the person who formulated it if you need help.
If your dog has multiple concerns involving energy, coat, body condition, immunity or liver wellbeing, I would generally look at the Adrenal Kit. If you are unsure, send through your dog's age, weight, diagnosis, symptoms and current medications and I will help you work out which option makes the most sense.
References and product information
- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine: Cushing's syndrome in dogs
- United States FDA: Treating Cushing's disease in dogs
- Pet Wellbeing Australia: Adrenal Harmony Gold published product information
- NHV Natural Pet Products: Supraglan published product information
- NHV Natural Pet Products: International shipping information
Important: This article provides general educational information and does not replace individual veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Cushing's disease requires appropriate veterinary assessment and ongoing monitoring. Natural Pet Supplements products are complementary nutritional and herbal support products and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure disease. Never stop or change Vetoryl®, steroid medication or another prescribed treatment without veterinary direction. Individual results may vary.
