Essential Oil Usage Chart
Because of differences in the physiology of dogs and cats, they metabolize essential oils differently and some extra precautions need to be taken when using essential oils on or around cats. Therefore, there are separate sections of information for dogs and cats. But one thing is the same for both: Essential oils can give their body systems powerful cellular support, thereby helping them to respond better to and recover faster from health challenges.
The purity and quality of the essential oils you use matters! Be sure your essential oils are truly pure therapeutic grade and do not contain synthetics, additives, or artificial ingredients of any kind; are not from plants exposed to pesticides and/or herbicides or grown in soils containing toxins; and do not contain chemicals because they were improperly distilled. Bear in mind that our pets are far more sensitive to all of these factors than we are.
Some pets are more sensitive to essential oils than others. And some dogs need more use of FCO dilution than others. If there is sign of irritation, apply even more FCO over area. This will help soothe and slow down absorption of the essential oils. If essential oils are given internally, check for signs of gastro-intestinal upset such as vomiting.
About the use of Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO) – It is not that the use of Fractionated Coconut Oil actually 'dilutes' the effectiveness of the oil – it does a few things that are of benefit in using essential oils. It combines better than any other carrier oil with essential oils as it has had some of the fatty acids removed. It slows down the absorption of the essential oils into the tissues and avoids tissue sensitivities. It keeps the oils from dissipating into the air as fast and enables more of the oils to be absorbed into the skin. Fractionated Coconut Oil does not go rancid as all other carrier oils can and do.
Another great product to use with essential oils to make a salve with is the Solid VIRGIN Organic Cold Pressed Coconut Oil. It has many health supportive properties for skin, hair, digestion, supportive of healthy immune response and healthy inflammatory response.
Check out 'The EO Lab' for suggestions of special mixes and salves to help support different body systems for your dogs and cats.
| Single Oil or Blend | Safe for Dog/Cat | Application | Dilution Dog/Cat | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adaptiv | Dog/-- | A | C/-- | Calming, soothing, uplifting, helps with attention |
| AntiAging Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T | B/B | Supports Eye Health, Supports Skin Health, Skin Irritation, Reduce Inflammation |
| Arborvitae | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Repels Insects, Healthy Immune Response |
| Basil | Dog/Cat | T | B/-- | Bee/Wasp/Ant Stings-Bites, Promotes Healthy Inflammatory Response, Support Healthy Blood Sugar/Pancreatic System, Torn Ligament/Muscle |
| Bergamot | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Sadness, Irritability, Stress, Calming, Soothing |
| Black Pepper | Dog/-- | I, T | D/-- | Maintains Healthy Circulation |
| Cardamom | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | C/C | Relaxing/Soothing, Supports Healthy Respiratory System, Promotes Clear Breathing |
| Cedarwood | Dog/Cat | A, T | D/C | Insect Repellent, Calming, Healthy Respiratory Function, Healthy Skin Support |
| Cellular Complex Essential Oil | Dog/-- | I, T | D/-- | Support Healthy Cellular Reproduction, Helps Body Shut Down Reproduction of Unhealthy Cells, Protects Body and Cells From Oxidative Stress |
| Cilantro | Dog/-- | T, I | C/-- | Joint/Bone/Muscle Discomfort, GI Discomfort/Irregularity, Support Healthy Immune System, Support Healthy Inflammatory Response, Support Healthy Circulation, Cleansing/Detoxifying Support |
| Citrus Blend | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Uplifting, Energizing, Mood Support |
| Clary Sage | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Supports Healthy Hormone Balance, Calming |
| Comforting Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Grief, Loss, Sadness, Emotional Support |
| Copaiba | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | C/C | Supports Healthy Inflammatory Response, Supports Healthy Nervous System, Supports Healthy Cellular Function |
| Cypress | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Supports Healthy Circulation, Supports Healthy Lymphatic System, Repels Insects |
| Detoxification Blend | Dog/-- | A, T | B/-- | Supports Healthy Liver/Kidney Function, Cleansing, Detoxifying |
| Digestive Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | C/C | GI Discomfort, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Constipation, Supports Healthy Digestion |
| Eucalyptus | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Supports Healthy Respiratory System, Repels Insects, Supports Healthy Immune Response |
| Fennel | Dog/-- | A, T, I | C/-- | Supports Healthy Digestion, Supports Healthy Hormone Balance |
| Frankincense | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | A-B/A-B | Supports Healthy Cellular Function, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Supports Healthy Nervous System, Calming, Grounding |
| Geranium | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Supports Healthy Skin, Supports Healthy Hormone Balance, Calming, Repels Insects |
| Ginger | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | C/C | Supports Healthy Digestion, Nausea, Motion Sickness |
| Grounding Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/B | Anxiety, Stress, Fear, Calming, Grounding, Emotional Balance |
| Helichrysum | Dog/Cat | A, T | A-B/A-B | Supports Healthy Skin/Tissue Repair, Supports Healthy Inflammatory Response, Supports Healthy Nervous System, Wound Healing |
| Juniper Berry | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/D | Supports Healthy Urinary System, Supports Healthy Detoxification, Repels Insects |
| Lavender | Dog/Cat | A, T, I | B/B | Calming, Soothing, Supports Healthy Skin, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Wound Healing, Insect Bites/Stings |
| Lemon | Dog/-- | A, T, I | D/-- | Cleansing, Detoxifying, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Uplifting |
| Lemongrass | Dog/Cat | A, T | D/D | Supports Healthy Ligaments/Tendons, Repels Insects, Supports Healthy Detoxification |
| Lime | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Uplifting, Cleansing, Supports Healthy Immune Response |
| Marjoram | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Supports Healthy Muscles, Supports Healthy Cardiovascular System, Calming |
| Myrrh | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Supports Healthy Skin, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Calming, Grounding |
| Outdoor Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Repels Insects (Fleas, Ticks, Mosquitoes) |
| Peppermint | Dog/-- | A, T, I | C/-- | Supports Healthy Digestion, Supports Healthy Respiratory System, Cooling, Repels Insects, Supports Healthy Inflammatory Response |
| Protective Blend | Dog/-- | A, T, I | C/-- | Supports Healthy Immune Response, Supports Healthy Oral Health, Cleansing |
| Restful Blend | Dog/Cat | A, T | B/B | Calming, Supports Restful Sleep, Anxiety, Stress |
| Roman Chamomile | Dog/-- | A, T | C/-- | Calming, Soothing, Supports Healthy Skin, Supports Healthy Digestion |
| Rosemary | Dog/-- | A, T | C/-- | Supports Healthy Circulation, Supports Healthy Nervous System, Mental Clarity |
| Sandalwood | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Calming, Grounding, Supports Healthy Cellular Function, Supports Healthy Skin |
| Spikenard | Dog/Cat | A, T | A-B/A | Calming, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Supports Healthy Skin |
| Vetiver | Dog/-- | A, T | C/-- | Calming, Grounding, Supports Healthy Nervous System, Focus |
| Wild Orange | Dog/-- | A, T | D/-- | Uplifting, Energizing, Supports Healthy Immune Response, Cleansing |
| Yarrow|Pom | Dog/Cat | A, T | C/C | Supports Healthy Skin, Supports Healthy Inflammatory Response, Calming |
| Ylang Ylang | Dog/-- | A, T | C/-- | Calming, Supports Healthy Cardiovascular System, Uplifting |
A = Aromatic, T = Topical, I = Internal. -- means NOT safe for that species.