Treat mild ailments, such as skin inflammations, itchy skin, ear infections, various rashes, bad breath, flatulence, burns, arthritis, cuts, carsickness and motion sickness.
Most people who use aromatherapy for themselves have already know the benefits of aromatherapy. Unfortunately, some of these people feel that if it is safe for them, it must safe and effective for their children and pet. Not so.
While dogs have been known to tolerate essential oils when use at 1/3 the human normal strength, other pets do not fare so well. In fact using essential oils on other pets such as birds and cats can cause them sick.
Cats do not digest the essential oils like human and dogs do so we must very careful when spraying essential oils on the carpet or into the air. Doing this maybe a toxic to your cat.
Essential oils even though are natural but you should used it with caution. There have been a number of reports of animals poisoned through inappropriate use and cats are especially sensitive.
Here are some guidelines for using essential oils on animals:
Never give essential oils by mouth, or in food.
Because pet licks their coat, Never used essential oils undiluted directly on their skin.
When diffusing essential oils try not to excess the amount given
Make sure you have a good ventilation and your pet can leave the room
Never spray essential oils around your pet's nose or eyes
Symptoms of toxicity are dizziness, vomiting, clumsiness, lack of appetite and lack of energy.
Essential oils are only to be used externally only.
Please take note:
Cats metabolism of some essential oils' ingredients are very slowly. Please allow up a minimum of 48 hours between diffusion to avoid repeated exposure by inhalation. Breathing in any of essential oils can harm your cat. The effects of essential oils can be build by inhalation and can caused liver damage over a period time.
Hydrosols are the only safe option for treating your cat when using aromatherapy. Hydrosols are easily tolerated by cats and have no toxicity. Their concentration levels are far less than Essential Oils and do not require to be diluted.
Please consult with your Veterinarians or an aromatherapist before using essential oils on animals. What I have been told that cats and birds are definitely sensitive while dogs and horses aren't. Provide yourself with a good information on essential oils and make sure you test on them first.
How to test an essential oils to your pet?
If you are making your own blend, add 1 drop of essential oil to 1 teaspoon of carrier oil. If you are testing a pre-mixed blend, use about half a teaspoon of the blend. Dip your finger in the blend and rub some on your pet. Observe its skin for few hours (up to 24 hours) for reactions.
What to do if your pet has allergic reaction?
Like humans, animals are individuals and have reactions that may vary between them. There are various variables that may influence the reaction of an animal to an essential oil, but the main ones to take into consideration are: the species, the breed, the age, the health condition and the sensitivity of the animal.
If your pet develops a skin reaction to the oil such as a rash or swelling, freely apply some carrier oil on the spot as to rinse it off. Olive oil is excellent in this case. Contrary to the belief, rinsing it with water will actually aid the oil to penetrate the skin further. Once you have thoroughly washed it off with oil, then you can use warm water to remove the carrier oil.
If after application of a blend, the animal may suddenly show heavy breathing, lethargy, or seem distressed. If possible, remove the oil as explained in the Test Spot. Keep your animal calm and in a safe environment with clean fresh water. The effects should wear off after a little while. Don't forget to seek veterinarian care if needs be or in doubt.
These reactions may appear when the blend might be too strong for your pet, or the oils used in the blend might be contra-indicated for some ailments your pet might have. It could also be due to your pet being overly sensitive, or too young or too old to receive an aromatherapy blend, or the essential oil used is not pure.
Some essential oils are contra-indicated for certain ailments/illnesses. For example, an animal with cancer might not be able to receive any aromatherapy at all. If your pet suffers from epilepsy, you will not be able to use certain oils.
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