16 safe essen al oils for dogs - natural dog health remedies · 2018-05-04 · essen!al oils...

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Essential Oils Properties Uses

Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) Anti-inflammatory, tonic, with moderate antibacterial effects.

• Good for dry, flaky, sensitive skin which is prone to infection.

• Can rejuvenate and stimulate tissue regeneration, thus effective for scar healing.

Cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana) Antiseptic, tonifying, circulation-stimulating.

• Good for skin and coat conditioning and dermatitis of all types.

• Flea-repelling.

Chamomile, German (Matricaria recutita)

Anti-inflammatory, non-toxic, gentle and safe to use.

• Good for skin irritations, allergic reactions, burns.

Chamomile, Roman (Chamaemelum nobile)

Antispasmodic, analgesic, nerve-calming.

• Good for soothing the central nervous system.

• Effective for relief of muscle pains, cramps, teething pain.

• A "must-have" oil for dogs!

Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) Nerve-calming, gentle when used in small amounts and properly diluted.

• Sedates the central nervous system.

• Avoid using with pregnant dogs.

Eucalyptus Radiata (Eucalyptus radiata)

Antiviral, anti-inflammatory, an expectorant.

• Good for relief of chest congestion.• Avoid using with small dogs and

puppies.

Geranium (Pelargonium x asperum) Gentle and safe, antifungal. • Good for skin irritations, fungal ear infections.

• Effective in repelling ticks.

Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Non-toxic, non-irritating and safe to use in small amounts, properly diluted.

• Good for motion sickness, aids digestion.

• Effective for pain relief caused by arthritis, dysplasia, strains and sprains.

Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum) Anti-inflammatory, analgesic, regenerative effects; extremely therapeutic.

• Excellent for skin conditions and irritations (e.g. eczema).

• Effective for healing of scars and bruises.

• Effective for pain relief.

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) Very safe and gentle, antibacterial, anti-itch, nerve-calming.

• Good for many common animal ailments, e.g. skin irritations, first aid.

• A "must-have" oil for your dog!

16 Safe Essential Oils for Dogs

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Essential Oils Properties UsesMarjoram, Sweet (Origanum majorana)

Strong antibacterial, calming, a muscle relaxant.

• Good for bacterial skin infections, wound care, insect repelling.

Niaouli (Melaleuca Quinquenervia) Antihistaminic, powerful antibacterial properties, yet less likely to cause irritation than Tea Tree.

• Good for skin irritation and infections caused by allergies.

• A "must-have" for dogs!

Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) Antispamodic, stimulates circulation, insect-repelling.

• Good for arthritis, dysplasia, sprains and strains.

• Works well with ginger to treat motion sickness.

• Avoid using in small dogs and pregnant dogs.

Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis) Calming, uplifting, deodorizing, flea-repelling.

• Good to use in DIY shampoo.• Can repel flea.• Good for dogs with stress or

depression.

Thyme ct. Linalool (Thymus vulgaris ct. linalool)

Pain relief, good for arthritis and rheumatism.

• Antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral, excellent for infections and other skin issues.

• A "must-have" oil for your dog!

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) Nerve-calming. Good for treating dog anxiety such as separation and noise anxiety.

16 Safe Essential Oils for Dogs