You love your Essential Oils. But are they safe for dogs? Yes and no. They can be therapeutic or extremely toxic. Read on to learn about the precautions you should take when using EOs around your dog, and also a list of both safe and harmful Essential Oils for dogs.

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We are the Godparents and primary babysitter of Princess Josephine the Pug. And we are also getting ready to welcome Baby Hannibal. I love my Essential Oils. But now that we have fur babies to think about, I need to know 100% that our home is safe for these dogs.

After copious research, I wanted to share my findings with you.

Essential Oils are versatile and therapeutic for humans, and can also be used around and with dogs with similar benefits. But improper use and lack of knowledge can lead to toxicity, organ failure, and even death. No one wants that to happen! Here are a few safety precautions to take into consideration.

 

Words of Caution

Always check with your vet before using Essential Oils in your home, around your dog, or on your dog.

Always use EOs that are therapeutic grade and certified use for pets.

Always store EOs out of reach of pets.

Start with gradual use and build up. Remember that dog’s noses are much more powerful than humans.

Some trusted sources state that a few EOs are ok for ingestion. I personally would strongly recommend against it. They are highly concentrated, and our pets are much smaller than we are! Ok… well… I fostered a bloodhound that weighed 20 pounds more than I am. But you get the gist. If you do use EOs internally, be sure to follow guidelines from TRUSTED SOURCES.

Never use EOs around the eyes.

Always make sure EOs are properly diluted and never use them neat.

When applying to your dog’s skin, apply to your hands first and then apply to the skin, and make sure they are not able to lick in that spot.

Do NOT use oils on or around dogs that are under 8 weeks old. That is the “recommended guidance”. I would be more conservative and go as far as 12 weeks (a full 3 months old).

Wash your hands after handling EOs.

If you see any adverse reactions, discontinue use immediately and remove the dog from the vicinity of the EOs.

Look for signs of toxicity and poisoning such as:

• Difficulty breathing
• Weakness and lethargy
• Muscle tremors
• Skin irritation
• Dizziness and trouble walking
• Vomiting.

In case of emergency, immediately contact your veterinarian or call the 24/7 Pet Poison Hotline at 855-764-7661.

 

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Dog-Friendly Essential Oils

The following list is not inclusive, but it’s a great start of dog-friendly EOs.

Cardamom

Cedarwood

Chamomile

Frankincense

Lavender

Spearmint (NOT Peppermint or Wintergreen)

 

 

Never Use These Essential Oils with Dogs

This list is not inclusive, but a great resource of the most common EOs to NOT use with your dog.

Anise

Birch

Citrus (Lemon, Orange, etc)

Cinnamon

Clove

Garlic

Hyssop

Juniper

Melaleuca (Tea Tree)

Mountain Savory

Mustard

Oregano

Pennyroyal

Peppermint

Pine

Rosemary

Thyme

Wintergreen

Yarrow

Ylang Ylang

 

More Great Essential Oil Resources

Whether you are curious about essential oils, skeptical about essential oils, or frequently use essential oils, you’ve come to the right place. Maybe you want to dip your little toe into the water. Maybe you are already a distributor and want to learn more about how to use essential oils. We have the resources, articles, and DIYs for you!

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Love, hugs, and keeping our fur babies safe.

 

 

 

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Sources:

AKC

Pet Poison Hotline