Natural Health Care for Pets
There are so many holistic remedies for our pets and animals, and these
can include physical and aromatherapy techniques. We can combine
massage techniques with aromatherapy essential oils which can alleviate
muscle pain, arthritis and joint ache. This can be particularly
beneficial for older animals, injuries, sports or working animals.
So for example, a dog with stiff arthritic hips, we can blend:
- 15ml base oil. There are a number of base oils we can use such as almond or hazelnut.
- 4 drops of Juniper Berry essential oil.
- 4 drops of Peppermint essential oil.
- 3 drops of Spearmint essential oil.
- 3 drop of Black Pepper essential oil.
This mixture should be stored in a dark
bottle, and prior to use of any topical treatment, a 24 hour skin test
should be undertaken to ensure no skin reactions.
Apply this mixture using 2 to 4 drops,
and getting as close to the skin as you can. Using the palm of your
hands, massage in a slow rocking in movement applying pressure with the
heel of you hand. Be careful not apply to much pressure that the dog is
in pain, it should be relaxing, gentle and enjoyable. Always massage
towards the heart, pushing fluid back to the heart. If we massage the
opposite way then we only create further issues. Never massage the area
if the skin is irritated, broken or there are fractured bones.
If you are interested in animal health care, why not look to study an animal course with ACS? Those caring for pets professionally or in a domestic environment will find we offer a great range of animal health care courses including:
Dog Psychology
Dog Psychology And Training
or, if you are not ready to study a full course, take a look at our eBooks, including the new expanded edition of Animal Health and Caring For Dogs.
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