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Aromatherapy for Animals, Part 1: Healing Blends for Dogs
Excerpt : The trend toward natural health consciousness in humans is gaining popularity in the animal world too. Many veterinarians are beginning to introduce natural therapies in their practice, including
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Today we will focus on recipes and tips for Fido. As faithful friends, dogs bring affection, pure joy and loyalty into our lives. Most breeds thrive in the outdoors, running and playing in the freedom of nature. In fact, dogs will naturally purge their system in the wilderness, carefully choosing specific plants their systems need, such as blackberries, raw carrots, etc. Now a domestic animal, most dogs have lost this natural instinct, and are becoming less resistant to illness in general. Dogs have a predictable set of physical ailments that may occur during their life span. Today I'll share aromatherapy blends that will soothe and heal skin problems, remove and prevent fleas and ticks, relieve the pain of rheumatism and arthritis, revive energy and control pet odor. ******** Blend to Relieve Skin Problems ******** Pour the following essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and fill with Calendula oil. Apply to afflicted 
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-5 drops Lavender -6 drops Geranium ******** Blend to Relieve Itching ******** Pour the following essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and fill with Calendula oil. Apply to afflicted area. -4 drops Lavender -5 drops Geranium -3 drops Roman Chamomile ******** Blend to Combat Fleas ******** Fleas are nuisances for man and animal alike. This sinister pest hides within your pets' fur as well as in our carpets, parquet and window coverings. Prepare the following blend by pouring the following ingredients into a 1-oz spray bottle: -7.5 ml Mint essential oil -22.5 ml rubbing alcohol Fleas absolutely dislike mint! Spray the affected areas of your home. Don't forget your dog's bed. Spray directly onto your dog, holding the bottle about 10 inches from him. Avoid spraying on the head and eyes. ******** Blend to Combat Ticks ******** Check your home and pet for ticks - look in his bed, window coverings, walls, etc. Burn the ones you find to prevent them 
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Prepare the following blend by pouring the essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and adding organic vegetable oil to fill. -10 drops Tea Tree -10 drops Lavender Apply 1 drop of Lavender and 1 drop of Tea Tree undiluted essential oils before extracting ticks from your pet. This will disinfect the inflamed area. It may sting a little bit (as alcohol would) but it works great! ******** Blend to Ease Rheumatism ******** Like humans, many dogs suffer from rheumatism as they age. Your veterinarian may treat him with specific medications or natural therapies. But locally, you can apply and massage the following blend in the morning and night to alleviate pain. Prepare the following blend by pouring the essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and adding organic vegetable oil to fill. -8 drops Birch -8 drops Juniper -7 drops Rosemary ******** Blend to Ease Arthritis ******** As recommended by some veterinarians, soften your dog's bed to make it very cozy and warm. If 
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Prepare the following blend by pouring the essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and adding organic vegetable oil to fill. -12 drops Birch -8 drops Juniper -7 drops Rosemary ******** Blend to Boost His Energy ******** Prepare the following blend by pouring the essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and adding organic vegetable oil to fill. Massage the spine gently. Use in the mornings only. -5 drops Rosemary -6 drops Lavender -2 drops Peppermint ******** Blend to Control Pet Odor ******** Try this natural and aromatic spray. Pour the essential oils into a 1-oz spray bottle filled with water. Shake very vigorously several times before each use. Spray directly onto your dog, holding the bottle about
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-10 drops Lavender -10 drops Geranium -6 drops Lemon In Good Health, Francoise Rapp http://www.aromalchemy.com (c) Francoise Rapp, 2002. Internationally renowned aromatherapist and alchemist, Francoise Rapp, shares her expertise in using essential oils to heal and revitalize body and mind at http://www.aromalchemy.com. Highlights include in-depth aromatherapy classes designed for working adults, pure & organic essential oils, recipes and aromatic treatments for health and wellness, and a free weekly newsletter. Discover the power of aromatherapy today at http://www.aromalchemy.com! About the Author Internationally renowned aromatherapist and alchemist Françoise Rapp shares her expertise each week in her free ezine, the Arom'Alchemy Newsletter. To subscribe, visit www.aromalchemy.com/education.
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