Lavender oil

What is Lavender oil?

Lavender essential oil is steam distilled from the flowers of the lavender plant, Lavandula angustifolia. It has many calming properties and can be used safely in all species. It has been studied and used extensively with animals. Lavender is high in Linalool and linalyl acetate.

Benefits of Lavender oil:

Lavender essential oil can be used for all things calming. Whether your animal is anxious or has stress in their lives, is fearful of loud noises, or gets very excited when company visits, lavender may be helpful. It helps relax muscles that are tense and soothes skin that is irritated or damaged.

It is emotionally used to help calm insecurities, fear, tension, and blockages. This oil is excellent to use in transitions such as bringing a new puppy home that may miss their mother, introducing a new horse to the herd, or if you are moving to a new home or apartment.

How to use Lavender oil with animals:

Lavender oil can be diffused, applied topically or given internally.

For Dogs 🐕

Topical use: Dilute to 2-5% and apply 1–2 drops of diluted oil along the spine or directly over the area of concern or between the paw pads of the back feet. Aromatic use: Add 2–3 drops to a water-based diffuser for a calming environment Internal use: Give 1-2 drops mixed with wet food or on a treat.

___ For Horses, Cows, Goats 🐎🐄🐐

Topical use: Apply 4–6 drops along the spine or directly to the area of concern. Can be used diluted to cover a larger area. Aromatic use: Let them smell directly from your hands or apply to halter or lead rope. Internal use: Give 2 drops twice daily with feed

___ For Cats 🐈

Topical use: Diffusion is preferred but for safe topical use dilute to 1-3% and apply 1 drop along the spine by petting or on the ear tips. Aromatic use: Add 2–3 drops to a diffuser and leave the room door open so they can leave if they wish.

 

Lavender is safe to diffuse around reptiles and small mammals as well.