Top 10 Essential Oils For Dogs
You Have Your Starter Kit -- What Should You Add Next?
Are you ready to try more essential oils? Here are 10 essential oil to consider adding to your collection.
Every single one of them has dual use for you and your dog when we use them occasionally, for short periods and with proper dilutions. I love that. I love that we can share the benefits of essential oils and essential oil-based products. I love that we can share the benefits of essential oils and essential oil-based products.
Ok, let’s face it — I love all things essential oils.
Deep Relief
Deep Relief is one of Young Living’s most popular blends, formulated with oils like Peppermint, Lemon, Clove, Helichrysum, and Wintergreen. This roll-on provides a refreshing, cooling sensation for muscles, making it a perfect gym companion. Apply topically after physical activity to enjoy all of the benefits!
For the Dog: Just like you may need a rub down when you begin exercising, your dog might as well after a long walk or a big play date. Dilute it a bit more and rub down your dog.
Tea Tree
Tea Tree is a versatile essential oil that has been extensively researched. This widely used oil is known for its cleansing properties and its refreshing scent. Use Tea Tree to eliminate musky odors by diffusing or infusing your Thieves Household cleaner. Tea Tree is also a must-have for skin and personal care usages! Tea Tree can help reduce the appearance of blemishes, maintain healthy-looking hair and scalp, and maintain the appearance of healthy-looking skin and nails.
For the Dog: add this to a misting spray for skin issues. Generally not recommended for diffusing for long periods of time with your pets. Be sure to give them an escape route in case they wish to leave the room.
Yes, Young Living Tea Tree is safe for Dogs — despite what you may have heard on the internet. Read More here
Eucalyptus Radiata
Steam-distilled from the leaves of an evergreen tree native to Australia, Eucalyptus Radiata brings a sense of refreshment and renewal. It is no surprise why this oil’s sharp, fresh, and rejuvenating aroma is popular in salons and spas. Eucalyptus Radiata is a great choice for a bedtime massage or a luxurious bath.
For the Dog -- They have respiratory issues too! Diffuse intermittently, in short intervals. Add a drop to a bandana or collar. Let the dog wear it for short intervals. You can also look to make a salve or ointment for the welloiled dog who is accustomed to oils.
Joy
Joy combines floral and citrus essential oils, including Ylang Ylang, Geranium, Jasmine, Palmarosa, Rose, Bergamot, Lemon, and Tangerine, to create a warm, floral aroma. This unique blend is ideal for creating an uplifting environment. The addition of Ylang Ylang also helps to inspire a romantic atmosphere. When applied topically to wrists or heart, Joy can create a happy aromatic experience while acting as a natural floral perfume.
For the Dog -- yes they need a little joy too. This can be used with your rescue dog, or in times where you dog may be feeling emotions similar to your own!
Christmas Spirit
Christmas Spirit’s warm, spicy, and sweet aroma brings feelings of joy and comfort tied to the holiday season. The scents of Orange, Cinnamon Bark, and Black spruce are sure to make your family and guests feel at peace as they create new memories. Diffuse this timeless aroma during your holiday events and the winter months.
For the Dog -- I love this oil for dogs who need a little elevation of their spirits and to feel a bit more celebration in their lives.
Purification
Keep your home smelling fresh and clean with the power of Purification. Citronella, Lavandin, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Myrtle, and Tea Tree combine to create a clean, crisp aroma that can clear the air of unwanted odors as it purifies the air. Infuse your laundry soap or add a few drops to a DIY linen spray. Did you know Purification can also soothe skin when applied topically? Try adding a drop to your moisturizer.
For The Dog -- Again, for the same uses you will use it. Clean their bedding or towels when needed. I also like adding it to sprays for the outdoors.
Northern Lights Black Spruce
Northern Lights Black Spruce has a rich, woodsy aroma that is loved by many. This oil comes from Young Living’s Northern Lights Farm in British Columbia, Canada. Aside from creating an invigorating space for meditation, Northern Lights Black Spruce can help maintain the appearance of healthy-looking skin when applied topically. You can find this favorite oil in several other Young Living products including Shutran ™, Harmony™, Grounding ™, R.C.™
and White Angelica™ essential oil blends.
For the Dog -- Review the benefits of essential oils like Harmony in a multi-pack home, or a new dog home, or even times when the dynamics of the pack/family are shifting. Or Grounding for dogs who need a little stability and feel in touch with their surroundings.
Grapefruit
You can never have too many citrus fruit essential oils in your collection! Grapefruit essential oil is cold-pressed from the peels of this well-known fruit. Add Grapefruit to your DIY skincare products to enjoy its skin-cleansing properties. For a positive and energizing environment, diffuse this bright aroma in your home.
For the Dog -- Yes, great for skin and tissue health.
Ylang Ylang
Ylang Ylang essential oil is the perfect complement to a relaxing pursuit. Ylang Ylang is steam distilled from the star-shaped flowers of trees grown in Ecuador and Madagascar. It is a key ingredient in many luxury skin and hair products because of its sweet, romantic aroma and moisturizing properties. Ylang Ylang is often classified as a heart note because it emerges just as the top notes begin to dissipate. This versatile oil is an important element in many Young Living products including Peace & Calming, Joy, Clarity, Awaken, and Dragon Time.
For the dog -- it supports releasing negative patterns of emotions with past experiences, encourages play and decreases inhibition, helps support hormone balancing, and is even beneficial to dogs who may have some aggressive attitudes. It's a good one to use.
This one is sometimes controversial for pets. But don't worry when you have high-quality essential oils, used properly and diluted as needed. Applied topically we often use this one to support waste management systems and even angry behavioral issues with some dogs.
Kidscents Tummygize
Formulated especially for kids, Tummygize is a relaxing, quieting blend that can be applied to tummies. This blend combines oils like Peppermint, Tangerine, Fennel, and Ginger, making it a gentle version of Young Living’s Digize essential oil blend. The addition of spearmint gives Tummygize a sweet, minty hint for a pleasant aroma. One of the best things about Young Living’s Kidscents oils is that they are pre-diluted! Make topical application even easier by adding on a roller fitment. Like Digize, this blend is a great one to apply to tummies after a large meal or when feeling discomfort.
For the Dog -- this one can work for riding in the car, eating something that mildly disagrees with the tummy. We love that oils like this can be shared for kids and pets!
*Always read the labels and verify any oil, supplement or product is safe for your pets.
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