Using Essential Oils for Pets

-

There is some talk about essential oils and pets on the internet and elsewhere. Question is can we use essential oils around pets? Answer is: Absolutely.


It is important to find the highest quality of essential oil to use around pets. There are essential oils on the market that claim their ingredients 100% pure when in fact the oils are not pure oils. If you choose your oils wisely from reputable companies with evidence their oils are pure then you should have no problem using essential oils in many situations such as diffusing during thunderstorms. Use of high quality essential oils as part of a well rounded health program can actually help your pets thrive and live the best possible life just as essential oils help humans to do the same. The trick is finding the best of essential oils to use.
Ways to check for pureness:
  • be sure the oils you choose are third party tested and CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade oils
Most of us are aware of the strong scenting ability in our pets as pets have millions more olfactory receptors than humans which does make our pets much more sensitive to strong smells, however, pure, high quality essential oils are certainly not toxic. Diffusing around pets is an excellent way to benefit them on a regular basis. Use a water based diffuser and allow a way for the pet to leave the area. Use only 3 to 4 drops of oil at a time in the diffuser on an intermittent setting.

Many animal shelters use Lavender to provide calming effects upon the animals. Petting with essential oils on your fingertips is an excellent way to to apply oils topically to pets along the spine or on the ear tips. 

In conclusion essential oils have many benefits for your pets. They can help with:
  • calming emotions
  • soothing muscles
  • easing digestion
  • overall wellness of the pet
As with anything new, start slowly with a small amount of a diffused or diluted essential oil and observe your pet's behavior. Keep diffusers in a safe place out of reach of your pet where your pet cannot knock it over, and keep the oils out of reach of your pet.

To learn more ways essential oils can benefit you, your family and pets as well as how to incorporate essential oils into your everyday life, join my Face book group at:





Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Here are Some In General Safety Precautions for Using Essential Oils

-
Image
As with all medicines, keep essential oils out of the reach of children. This may require some creativity as no cap on essential oils are childproof, and if you store them in the refrigerator it becomes even more difficult to keep them out of reach of children.  If you do store your oils in the refrigerator and have children in the household you will need to place a lock on your storage box. Otherwise, if you store your oils just in a cool part of your house, keeping them out of reach of a child's hand may be easier for you. Do not use or recommend use of photosensitizing essential oils prior to going into the sun or a tanning booth. Severe, and I mean very severe burns can occur. Know which oils are photosensitizing in products you prepare for clients and always place a warning label upon them as well as "verbally" instruct the client. If you use photosensitizing oils such as in a massage for a client, be sure to advise the client to stay out of the sun for at
Read more

Aromatic Compresses Are Useful in a Variety of Situations

-
Image
Aromatherapy compresses are useful to apply directly to the skin (a small localized area). You can use a cold compress to prevent or relieve congestion, reduce blood flow to an area and slow down inflammation. Use cold aromatic compresses using the RICE technique for pain relief of sprains, strains and bruising. Start the treatment immediately after the injury. Hot aromatic compresses are beneficial for relief of menstrual cramps and to increase blood flow to a particular part of the body. Cold and hot aromatic compresses are useful in the following situations most generally for the immediate alleviation of pain, swelling and inflammation: Muscular aches and pains (hot or cold as indicated) Sprains and strains (hot or cold as indicated) Menstrual cramps Respiratory decongestant Fevers Make a compress: Fill a sink or large bowl with about 1 liter of hot or cold water Place 5 to 10 drops of essential oils (known for the properties of pain relief, relief of congestion,
Read more

Aromatic Inhalation Techniques are Useful for a Variety of Conditions

-
Image
Aromatic inhalation can be a very effective way of relieving chest congestion as well as a variety of emotional states. When you feel a cold coming on with a congested nose and increased mucus, this method is very beneficial. Most of us have heard of Vicks VapoRub. Vicks VapoRub is the perfect example of a modern day aromatic inhalation substance. Having a knowledge of which essential oils to use for a salve or inhalation is even better. As the use of Aromatherapy techniques grow we are finding more and more hospitals use inhalations to help reduce anxiety, reduce nausea in labor units and just in general calming patients. Aromatherapy inhalations are useful in the following situations: Respiratory issues Headaches/Migraines Insomnia or other sleep disorders Motion sickness/Nausea Anxiety/stress/distress Aromatic inhalers are especially useful to help calm down motion sickness during vacations on cruise ships. Ways you can use Aromatherapy Inhalations include:
Read more