| Aromatherapy has been used for decades to soothe | | | | appetite and get them eating again. |
| human beings, but more recently, pet owners are | | | | - Soothing. For the nervous dog, a calming treatment |
| realizing the incredible value of using dog | | | | works wonders and can even help your dog sleep |
| aromatherapy to help dogs live happier, more | | | | better. |
| contented lives. | | | | - Energizing. For older, lethargic dogs, the right scent |
| What is Dog Aromatherapy? | | | | can perk them right up and give them some extra pep. |
| The concept of aromatherapy isn't a new one. Smells | | | | This is a very handy way to energize your tired canine |
| affect us drastically and since dogs have a far keener | | | | before a walk. |
| sense of smell, it stands to reason that aromas would | | | | - Healing. When your dog isn't in good health, it`s hard |
| have a powerful effect on them as well. Dog | | | | to know what to do for them, but there are dog |
| aromatherapy is possibly even more effective than | | | | aromatherapy treatments for many of the more |
| human aromatherapy for this very reason. | | | | common ailments, including nausea and cough. |
| The use of essential oils and essential oil blends is the | | | | - Pain relief. For dogs with arthritis, aromatherapy can |
| basis of aromatherapy of all types. However, it isn't | | | | be very effective in alleviating the pain and making |
| necessary to use it as is. Many products exist for | | | | them more comfortable. |
| applying the essential oil in a more diluted fashion. Using | | | | A great benefit that most pet owners don't consider |
| shampoo or a specially formulated spray for your dog | | | | before getting into dog aromatherapy is that they will |
| can work wonders. Often pet owners find that | | | | also be affected by the aromas. If you are using a |
| combining a warm bath with a good aromatherapy | | | | peppermint essential oil to energize your dog, you'll find |
| blend is the best way to treat their dogs. | | | | yourself having more energy, as well! It's a fun side |
| This method of treating your dog has many benefits, | | | | effect of treating your dog and can be very relaxing |
| but perhaps the biggest one is simply that dog | | | | as you share this experience with your canine friend. |
| aromatherapy is all natural and uses ingredients that | | | | Choose essential oil blends that you can both enjoy for |
| your pet will love and that won't irritate allergies. | | | | a true bonding experience. |
| Does It Actually Work? | | | | Dog aromatherapy may be a fairly new addition to pet |
| You may be skeptical about the effect of dog | | | | therapies, but it is an effective one. Experiment with |
| aromatherapy, but it is definitely worth a try. If your dog | | | | different essential oil blends and products to find which |
| tends to be hyper or nervous and anxious, try giving | | | | ones work best with your dog. While you could mix |
| him a bath with a soothing essential oil soap and you'll | | | | your own, it's often best to opt for a professionally |
| notice a big difference. | | | | formulated and tested product that is designed with |
| Calming a pet isn't the only use for dog aromatherapy, | | | | specific benefits in mind. As more people become |
| though. In fact, there are so many uses for this | | | | aware of how great it is for their dogs to benefit from |
| wonderful therapy that no matter why your dog's | | | | this new therapy, more products are becoming |
| mood, you can improve it. | | | | available. This means more options for dog |
| - Increase appetite. For dogs who aren't interested in | | | | aromatherapy in your own home. |
| food, a good aromatherapy treatment can boost their | | | | |