We try to provide our 4 legged friends with the best food, toys, and environment to keep them healthy and happy. However, sometimes our dogs face issues like stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Cedarwood oil may help alleviate these issues and provide other benefits for your furry friend. In this blog post, we'll discuss the benefits of cedarwood oil for dogs, including its ability to repel insects, aid with sleeping, and reduce stress, and anxiety.
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Reduces stress and anxiety - Dogs can experience stress and anxiety due to various reasons such as separation anxiety, loud noises, new environments, and more. Cedarwood oil has a soothing effect that can help calm your furry friend and reduce stress and anxiety. Cedarwood oil is often paired with Lavender oil in these cases.
Use: To use cedarwood oil to aid with stress and anxiety you can "tip the ears" if you have a long-furred dog or by using the "petting" method to your dog's chest neck and back for short-haired dogs. (Application methods)
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Repels insects - Cedarwood oil has been known to repel insects such as fleas, ticks, and mosquitos. These pests can cause various health problems in dogs, including skin irritations, infections, and even diseases. Using cedarwood oil as a natural repellent can help keep these pesky insects at bay, keeping your furry friend safe and healthy.
Use: To use cedarwood oil as an insect repellent use the "petting" application method. (Application methods)
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Aids with sleeping - Just like humans, dogs also need quality sleep to stay healthy and energetic. However, some dogs may have trouble sleeping due to anxiety, stress, or other factors. Cedarwood oil has a calming effect that can help relax your furry friend and promote restful sleep.
Use: To use cedarwood oil to aid with sleeping you can '"tip the ears" if you have a long-furred dog or by using the "petting" method to your dog's chest neck and back for short-haired dogs. (Application methods)
- Other benefits - Apart from its ability to repel insects, aid with sleep, and reduce stress and anxiety, cedarwood oil has other benefits for your furry friend. It has anti-inflammatory properties that can help alleviate skin irritations, reduce joint pain and stiffness, and improve your dog's coat's overall health.
Shelton, M. (2018) The animal desk reference II: Essential oils for animals. San Bernardino, CA.
