Essential Oils and your pet!!!

THE USE OF ESSENTIAL OILS IS ON THE RISE. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT WHAT IS SAFE TO USE AROUND YOUR FURRY FRIEND.

While there are a lot of benefits to the use of essential oils, always remember that dogs and cats do not react the same as humans. What is good for you may not be good for Fluffy. Here are a few tips and things ​to watch for.

• Cats and dogs have a stronger sense of smell, so using diffusers can become overwhelming.
• Cats' livers cannot metabolize some compounds in the oils which means they build up toxic levels quickly.
• Animals react and absorb the oils differently. Any oils should be diluted in water or a safe carrier oil.
• Know what is in the oil you are using. Some products are not pure and may contain additional ingredients which are harmful to your pet.
• Some oils could cause a reaction when applied directly to the skin.
• Remember to store the oils out of reach. In the case of accidental ingestion you should call your veterinarian or the Animal Poison Control Center.​
• Always check with a veterinarian before using any oils on your pet.

​ Here are a few oils that are safe to use in cats.

• Cedarwood
• Lemongrass
• Rosemary

Here are the ones safe in dogs.

• Cedarwood
• Marjoram
• Myrrh
• Chamomile
• Lavender 
• Clary Sage
• Ginger
  

What not to use on or around cats:

• Citrus oils 
• Bay
• Cinnamon
• Citronella
• Clove
• Eucalyptus
• Geranium 
• Lavender
• Pennyroyal
• Peppermint
• Sweet Birch
• Tea Tree
• Pine 
• Fir
• Spruce
• Bergamot
• Oregano
• Thyme
• Savory
• Wintergreen
• Ylang Ylang
• Products containing Linalool

What not to use around or on dogs

• Garlic
• Horseradish
• Clove
• Wintergreen
• Thyme
• Cinnamon
• Citrus oils
• Pine 
• Pennyroyal
• Peppermint
• Anise
• Juniper
• Yarrow
• Sweet Birch
• Tea Tree
• Ylang Ylang

Symptoms of essential oil toxicity:

• The smell of the oils on the fur, skin, breath, or vomit
• Drooling/Vomiting
• Fatigue/Weakness
• Redness or burns on the lips, tongue, skin, or gums
• Pawing at the mouth or face
• Muscle tremors

If you see anything out of the normal while using essential oils discontinue use immediately and consult with a veterinarian.