Treat Pet Wounds With Aromatherapy
Pets will, like kids, injure themselves one way or the other. If it is a minor wound that does not call for a trip to the vet, you can use aromatherapy essential oils to prevent infection and to speed up the natural healing process. You can choose from a range of anti-bacterial and antiseptic essential oils, and mixing them with a carrier oil to create a healing ointment.
Instructions
Select an Aromatherapy Essential Oil
1. Use tea tree oil as a superb anti-bacterial and anti-fungal ointment. It works to reduce inflammation while soothing the wounded area. Tea tree oil is one of only two essential oils that can be applied directly to the skin without causing harm (the other one is lavender). Apply small amounts to the wound with a cotton ball.
2. Apply lavender for its soothing pain relief and antiseptic properties. This one of the most readily available essential oils, and is a useful component in a first aid kit. As with tea tree oil, lavender can be applied undiluted to wounds in small amounts but may be easier to use if diluted with a carrier oil.
3. Select one of the essential oils below and move on to Section 2. Select helichrysum to help stop bleeding, as well as provide some pain relief; rosemary to take advantage of its anti-inflammatory properties (it is a very soothing oil and is good for pain relief); or melrose to promote tissue repair and healing.
Prepare an Aromatherapy Ointment
4. Pour 1/2 oz. of carrier oil of your choice into a bowl. Add 5 drops of an essential of your choice. Stir to mix thoroughly.
5. Apply this ointment to your pet's wound using a cotton-ball. Re-apply the ointment three times a day.
6. Pay close attention to the wound to ensure that it is healing well. If there is any sign of skin irritation around the wound, you should stop using the ointment.
7. Ensure as well that your pet does not develop a fever. If so, you must seek professional advice.
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