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The Use of Essential Oils for PetsCats are another subject. There is much controversy over whether you can use essential oils with cats. Many purveyors of these oils recommend frankincense for ear mites and peppermint for respiratory troubles. These are just a couple of the remedies suggested for the ailments of cats. Veterinarians, though, explain that essential oils do more harm than good to cats. Oils like peppermint are too "hot" for cats. Their sensitive skin will burn. Also, any essential oils that a cat takes in, whether it be through the air or through the skin, must be eliminated. This is done through the cat's liver. The problem is that a cat's liver is more delicate than a human's or that of other animals, as well. It takes some forty eight hours for the cat's liver to process and expel the essential oils. This can lead to a build-up and finally to liver damage. Dogs are more suited to the use of essential oils, but you should still never use them without diluting them. If you use a reasonable amount of caution, you can use essential oils to help dogs with many common problems. You can massage the essential oils mixed with carrier oils into the dog's skin. Use an area of the skin that is the least hairy. You can also use a diffuser in a room twice a day and let your dog breathe the air from it. Since a dog's liver is hardier, this will not damage it. You can use a mister to spray around the areas where the dog stays, too. Many dogs will develop arthritis as they get older. Sometimes owners will even euthanize their dogs just so they won't have to suffer with this ailment. However, there are essential oils that can help your dog live a more comfortable life. Some are juniper, pine, rosemary, and birch oils. When your dog becomes ill, it can mean damage to your flooring and furnishings. Besides that, you don't like to see your dog suffering. For vomiting, you can use essential oils of lavender, tarragon, or peppermint. You can use a cinnamon oil massage for diarrhea. Dogs often get what are known as "hot spots." These are raw areas of skin where the fur has either been chewed or worn off. They can be very difficult to treat, and vets have several antidotes for them. If you want to try essential oils, try Melrose and lavender. They both clean the wound and reduce inflammation. Care should be taken when using essential oils on or around animals. Some pets just can't take it. Yet, for those pets that are able to tolerate them, they can be a great help. Comments |
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