Essential Oils for Pets – Aromatherapy is here to Stay
by William Greenbaum, aka Love ya Woof!
Aromatherapy for Pets
Ferndale: WA: We specialize in world-class healing modalities that are created by brilliant formulators at the top of their healing art; and then what we put our name behind has to be safe, effective, reliable, natural and non-intrusive; and that ladies and gentlemen is how we do things at our company which leads us to Essential Oils, Massage Oil, and Aromatherapy for pets, (dogs in particular).
Aromatherapy is an ancient healing art that has been around for centuries. It is an alternative healing and rejuvenation modality that has been proven to enhance physical, mental and spiritual health, so why not for pets? They also could share in the healing and calming effects of aromatherapy that will also lift their spirits and energy too.
Essential Oils
OUR product line of essential oils for dogs is Travel Easy Aromatherapy Mist, Lavender Calming Oil, Lavender Calming Mist and Labor Easy Oil (for female dogs about to give birth). Because dogs have an extremely keen sense of smell, the powerful scent of essential oils must be diluted to the optimal level required to be effective and then creating the perfect combination of herbal and essential oil ingredients is in itself a high art that requires years of training and hands-on practical experience.
Aromatherapy Can Work Wonders
DOGS experience stress just as we do. Dogs maybe grieving, suffering from separation anxiety, summer heat, the upheaval of moving or the introduction of another animal or human into the household. At times like these, dogs need a quiet and tranquil atmosphere which will go a long way toward calming them. Here are several ways you can use essential oils on your pet:
Dog Massage
RUB 1 to 3 drops of Lavender Calming Oil between your palms until heated. The beautiful aroma of our oils will fill you with joy and already you will begin to feel calmer.
So starting with the dog’s snout, use long, firm strokes to massage the animal. Work your way up the head, gently massaging the ears, behind and below the eyes, the top of the skull, the cheeks, the neck and chin. Work down and then up the forelegs, down the spine, rump and down and back up the hind legs. Massage the belly very gently. Finish with the tail. Always keep at least one hand on the animal. Don’t use pinching, hitting or pulling techniques.
The essential oil ingredients in Lavender Calming Oil include Lavender which is one of Nature’s natural sedatives and Marjoram Oil for restful sleep, calming and aching muscles. If you do not wish to rub the oil onto your hands you can always use a rubber horse groomer to smooth through the fur.
Lavender Calming Oil with Marjoram, Ecuadorian Palo Santo
Calming Bath for Dogs
Add 1 to 5 drops of Lavender Calming Oil (Only $19.55) to bathwater. Speak to your pet in soothing tones and use your hands to scoop the warm, scented water over his body. Don’t demand that the dog sit or stand; let him do what he likes. After the bath, wrap the dog in a clean towel and gently rub him. Place one drop of lavender essential oil on your palm and rub your hands together to create heat. Smooth your hands over the dog, rubbing the oil into his coat. This will calm him immeasurably.
Essential Oils for Cats
NOT RECOMMENDED. Essential oils are not recommended for cats because they are unable to metabolize them the way dogs and humans can. Due to their thin skin, cats absorb the oils rapidly into the bloodstream where they quickly build up to toxic levels because they cannot be excreted.
Why our Aromatherapy Products are Different
All products in our aromatherapy line contain rare and exotic ingredients from the Andes Mountains in Ecuador. Andean herbs posses potent and therapeutic properties and are sourced from indigenous communities. The oils are harvested in an organic and environmentally sustainable manner and are free of pesticides and harmful chemicals. In addition, everything is prepared in small batches, and finally, they are very affordable and smell absolutely wonderful.
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