ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PETS

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Any pet owner knows that our furry friends are more than just pets. They truly are part of the family. We're willing to do anything for them, especially when it comes to health care. But more and more pet owners are becoming dis-satisfied with conventional therapies. As a result, there has been a growing interest in healing their pets with alternative treatments. To cater to this clientele, veterinarians are turning to Young Living.

One such veterinarian is Dr. Mary Hess of Madison, Wisconsin. According to Dr. Hess, "I think more veterinarians are getting into alternative care because clients are demanding it. In order to have a more complete veterinary practice, veterinarians are exploring other avenues to satisfy those people."

Monica Goldberg and her fourteen-year-old yellow lab, Oats, called on Dr. Hess when it was discovered that Oats had five tumors, one of which was cancerous. The tumors were surgically removed and Oats was sent home bandaged at the midriff. Conventional painkillers weren't providing relief. In fact, Oats was so uncomfortable she couldn't even lie down to rest. Monica applied a specially formulated oil blend that Dr. Hess provided to help relieve Oats' discomfort. According to Monica, "In a matter of minutes, I turned away from Oats and when I glanced back she was lying down asleep."

After the surgery, Monica treated Oats' incisions with essential oils and Animal Scents Ointment, which helped seal in the oil. To her surprise, Oats' suffering was minimized and her recovery was quick.

According to Dr. Hess, essential oils can be used on animals just as they would on humans. However, she recommends following a veterinarian's care in diagnosing specific conditions.

Because many veterinarians have yet to incorporate all-natural products into their practice, Dr. Hess willingly consults with other doctors to help them guide clients in the use of aromatherapy on pets. There are critics who frown upon using essential oils on pets because of their fragile senses. But Dr. Hess stresses that essential oils can be diluted with Young Living's V-6 Enhanced Vegetable Oil complex until a tolerance is established. She says, "Like humans, you might notice a reaction to the oils, but once your body has been cleansed then your body tolerates them quite well. This is the same for animals."

That does not mean that there are no potential hazards when using all-natural products. Dr. Hess warns, "Many of the Young Living nutritional products can be used in animals and do have oils that are of value. However, the use of products with xylitol, a sweetener, must be avoided in animals. Unlike humans, in which it is safe, animals have an adverse reaction that includes low blood sugar and liver toxicity. The pet owner must carefully look at the label or call Young Living if there is concern about whether a product includes xylitol."


TOP TEN ESSENTIAL OILS FOR PETS

Thieves® - Perfect for attending to minor skin issues, Thieves is also utilized for addressing dental concerns. This blend is safe for kittens and puppies.
Melrose™ - When used in conjunction with R.C. and Raven, Melrose provides respiratory support. It can also be used on minor skin issues if Thieves cannot be tolerated.
Di-Gize™ - The gastrointestinal system responds well to this blend. Nutmeg and ginger can be added for additional support.
Peace & Calming® - If stress, fear, anxiety or other similar conditions are present, Peace & Calming can be used to calm a pet. If the pet is injured, Peace & Calming can relax the animal enough to administer other treatments. This blend can also be used on cats who are resistant to other forms of treatment, for urinary problems or excessive grooming results from stress.
Purification® - This blend is useful for external parasites such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes.
Relieve It™ - Especially beneficial for relieving discomfort, Relieve It can be alternated with PanAway for a wider spectrum of relief.
Raven™ - Also utilized for respiratory and urinary tract support, Raven is more powerful than R.C. and features essential oils not found in the latter. Combined, the two oils are highly effective.
M-Grain™ - Provides relief from head discomfort resulting from sinus pressure.
R.C.™ - Ideal for respiratory and urinary tract support, R.C. is practical for cats that require bladder fortification, which does not respond to conventional therapy. (It can be paired with Raven for added support.)
PanAway® - With osteoarthritis common in older pets, PanAway is valuable for relieving discomfort and relaxing the muscles, ligaments, and tendons. This oil blend can be used alone or in addition to other essential oils that aid in general discomfort. Using a moist towel over the area increases the effectiveness of the oils.