Happiness,
sadness, anger, fear, love - emotions play a pivotal role
in our lives. But are these types of feelings an integral
part of an animal's world as well?
In the past, scientists questioned whether emotions affected
the lives of animals. These days, however, emotional and spiritual
health-consciousness has moved from being exclusively for
humans and has advanced into the animal world.
**We do hope that these
recipes help alleviate some of the common stress-related
symptoms your loving pet may be experiencing.
Beyond these
aromatherapy blends, flower essences have been found to
be helpful holistic remedies for animals as well. Be sure
to consult your veterinarian if stress-related symptoms
persist in your pet. |
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Now more than ever, veterinarians realize that aromatherapy offers more than just fragrance and provides
immediate, profound and long-lasting results that may positively
affect an animal's overall health and emotional well-being.
Today,
veterinarians are turning to osteopathy, homeopathy, acupuncture,
flower essences and most recently aromatherapy, as holistic
solutions to common ailments in animals.
Stress is one of the most common causes of physical
illness in animals. While animals are sensitive to their physical
and emotional environment, their reactions manifest in ways
that must be interpreted correctly by humans in order to be
properly diagnosed.
For instance, leaving an animal alone for a
long period of time, lack of sufficient affection, unhealthy
food, an insufficient amount of exercise, the stress of owners,
and abandonment are the most common causes of stress in animals
and may lead to particular health problems such as fatigue,
excessive itching or shedding, panting and even aggression.
Dogs specifically are a bit more emotionally
dependent on their
owners and require more attention than do cats or other animals.
They are in tune with our moods, and seem to show more
difficulty in coping with emotional stress and loneliness.
Hyperactivity, fatigue and other physical ailments can be
interpreted as stress-related symptoms in dogs.
The following recipes are easy stress-reducing
aromalchemy blends for dogs.
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.
Historically, dogs have been able to naturally
purge their system of illness in the wilderness, by 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, yet still face the daily causes of stress.
Recipes - Holistic Blends for Pets
Blend to Relieve Emotional Stress
Pour the following essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and
fill with vegetable oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, etc.).
Pour a small amount of the blend into your hand. Anoint the
spine and head lightly. Repeat as necessary.
-6 drops of Lavender
-1 drop of Neroli
-4 drops of Marjoram
Blend to Relieve Anxiety & Loneliness
Pour the following essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and
fill
with vegetable oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, etc.). Pour
a
small amount of the blend into your hand. Anoint the spine
and
head lightly. Repeat as necessary.
-1 drop of Rose otto
-5 drops of Cypress
-5 drops of Marjoram
Blend to Reduce Nervousness & Hyperactivity
Pour the following essential oils into a 10-ml bottle and
fill
with vegetable oil (such as jojoba, sweet almond, etc.). Pour
a
small amount of the blend into your hand. Anoint the spine
and
head lightly. Repeat as necessary.
-6 drops of Lavender
-2 drops of Roman Chamomile
-4 drops of Petitgrain
Learn more about the essential oils used in these blends: http://www.aromalchemy.com/aromatherapy/ouroils.html
Or purchase our starter kit, Aromatherapy for Animals, here:
http://www.aromalchemy.com/aromatherapy/starterskits.html
In Good Health, Francoise Rapp
www.aromalchemy.com |