Aromatherapy for dog

Discover How You Can Use Aromatherapy for Dog's Health and Happiness

With growing interest in holistic care, many dog owners recommend the use of aromatherapy oils for a range of physical ills and behavioral problems. At last, Aromatherapy and its fragrant uses have crossed over to the canine world.

Essential Oils are volatile and are either distilled (steam, water) or expressed and work either by inhalation (through the olfactory system) or if used topically can provide skin and coat health for dogs.

Dogs have a much more keen system of smell than human being. So it is very important to dilute your blends first. While it is may not smell like much to you, but for them it is very potent.

Essential oils have been most effective for treatment of skin problems for your dog. These natural essential oils will not harm the sheen of your pet's coat or dry the skin.

When essential oils are applied to skin and coat via shampoo or spray, they can help deodorize, repel insects, sooth minor rashes, bug bites, cuts and burns.

I would highly recommend using Hydrosols first on dogs that have skin problems. They are gentler than essential oils and work quite well on puppies, older dogs, and pregnant or nursing females.

Some behavioral problems will be pacified by a number of essential oils that are used for relaxation, such as:

• Chamomile for depression especially related to separation anxiety
• Geranium or Patchouli to quiet and calm the nervous system
• Jasmine or Rosemary for depression or exhaustion
• Lavender for relaxation
• Sandalwood for depression, tension and stress
• Ylang ylang for nervous tension, stress, anger, and frustation

How To Apply Essential Oils on Your Dogs

Essential oils can be used in ointments, sprays and grooming products, via inhalation and massage.

Aromatherapy massage can be very beneficial for all dogs. It can calm nerves, soothe sore muscles and increase the blood flow throughout the body. Human touch is powerful and through massage you will strengthen your bond with your dog. Remember to observe your dog first, use gentle strokes and do not put pressure on sore spots.

It is best when first starting to use essential oils to allow your dog first smell the oil and see how they react to the odor to know whether to begin with a diluted spray or to start with a full massage.

Whether your dog has a tick problem or suffers from anxiety using natural smells through essential oils will improve the health of your dog and your dog will even smell better.

What are essential oils for your dog?

• Eucalyptus for soothing respiratory ailments.
• Lemon and citronella as an insect repellent.
• Lavender for calming an overactive puppy.
• Oregano as an antibacterial oil
• Frankincense for boosting the immune system
• Rosemary is used for arthritis, repelling fleas and lice, and skin irritation.
• Peppermint used to make a sluggish lazy dog more active
• Niaouli and tea tree for skin allergies and healing ear infections.

These are just a few of the essential oils that can be used in various mixtures to improve the quality of your dog's health in natural ways.

Aromatherapy for dog
How to keep your dog happy and healthy using essential oils. After reading "Aromatherapy for Dogs" you will have a better understanding of the benefits of essential oils when caring for your dog. I am confident you will enjoy using essential oil blends as described in the book and creating new blends of your own.

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