Essential Oils for Animals: Safe, Natural Support
Safety First
Animals are more sensitive than humans, so safe use is essential:
- Always use pure, therapeutic-grade oils.
- Dilute properly — a little goes a long way.
- Avoid eyes, ears, nose, and sensitive areas.
- Let your pet choose — never force application.
Oils That Can Support Animals
(Always check suitability for your species and individual animal)
- Lavender: Calming and relaxing
- Frankincense: Grounding, supports immunity and emotions
- Copaiba: Gentle and soothing
- Valerian: Helps anxious or stressed pets
- Peppermint: Cooling for dogs and horses (well diluted)
How Different Animals Respond
- Dogs: Can enjoy topical, aromatic, and sometimes dietary support.
- Cats: Extremely sensitive — use only gentle diffusion in well-ventilated spaces.
- Horses: Benefit from topical and aromatic use, especially for emotional support.
- Birds & Small Animals: Very delicate — diffuse at a distance.
Oils to Avoid when your pet has a medical problem
Some oils can be harmful, especially for cats. Avoid:
Tea Tree (Melaleuca), Citrus, Wintergreen, Birch
Synthetic or low-quality oils
Oils to avoid if your pet is epileptic or has seizures:
Rosemary, Fennel, Sage, Camphor, Eucalyptus, Basil, Wintergreen and all the blends that contain these oils
Oils to avoid if your pet has a clotting or bleeding disorder or are taking an anticoagulant:
Wintergreen, Blue tansy, Cassia, Cinnamon, Clove, Fennel, Marjoram, Oregano, Patchouli and Thyme
Oils to avoid if your pet is on anti-diabetic drugs without careful blood glucose monitoring:
Cassia, Cinnamon, Dill, Fennel, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Melissa, Myrrh and Oregano
Photosensitizing oils may cause burning in pink skinned animals if used topically within 24hrs of UV exposure:
Bergamot, Cumin, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Tangerine and Orange
A NOTE ON FISH : Clove sedates fish, so use caution with or around your aquariums. However, essential oils can be helpful for fish as well. Oils that can be used safely around fish : Copaiba, Frankincense, Citrus oils, Peppermint, Lavender, Roman Chamomile and many others
Methods of Use
- Diffusion: Gentle, intermittent, well-ventilated.
- Topical: Diluted oils applied along the spine, paws/hooves, or fur.
- Aromatic: Letting your animal smell the oil from your hand or bottle.
Signs Your Pet May Be Sensitive
Watch for:
- Drooling, squinting, sneezing
- Pacing away from the diffuser
- Lethargy or unusual behavior
If any of these occur, stop use immediately.
Need Personalized Guidance?
Every animal is unique. I offer consultations to help choose the right oils and support for your pet’s emotional and physical needs. Together, we can create a safe, natural wellness plan tailored just for them.
Order Essential Oils Online
You can also order essential oils and wellness products online through my Young Living affiliate store. Use my Brand Partner number: 18888557 to ensure your order is linked to me, and you’ll be supporting your pet’s wellbeing safely and naturally.
The essential oils I prefer to use at present is available worldwide and I will guide you in your needs for the particular situation as well as assist in the use of the products. I am a Brand Partner of this US company and my reference no to link to my profile is : https://bit.ly/40UF01E
Supporting Emotional Wellbeing
Essential oils can also help release stress, fear, grief, or past trauma. They can strengthen the bond between you and your animal, and support rescue pets adjusting to new homes.
