Can dogs have Green mandarin essential oil?

can dogs have green mandarin essential oilNo

Overview

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No, green mandarin essential oil can cause mild poisoning in dogs if ingested. However, it is considered safe for topical use and aromatherapy. Green mandarin essential oil's health benefits to dogs are warding off fleas and reducing stress and anxiety.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Although green mandarin essential oil is not safe for ingestion, inhaling it and using it topically is beneficial for dogs.
  • Green mandarin essential oil helps reduce fear, anxiety, and stress. Inhaling green mandarin essential oil can help them relax.

Risks

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  • Ingesting green mandarin essential oil may cause mild toxicity in dogs.
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Servings

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  • For topical use

  • For small dogs, dilute 1 drop of green mandarin essential oil in 50 drops of carrier oil, and for large dogs, 2-3 drops for every 50 drops of carrier oil. Put a few drops of the diluted oil into the affected area. Do this twice daily until the irritation is treated.

  • This solution can also be rubbed or sprayed on the dog's coat to prevent fleas.
  • Apply limited amounts of green mandarin essential oil to the affected area in spots where your dog cannot easily lick it off.

  • In a diffuser

  • When diffusing green mandarin essential oil, add 1 drop to your diffuser at first and see if the dog likes it.

  • Run the diffuser intermittently when used as a pet aid, 10 minutes at a time, and give it 30 minutes to allow the air to clear after.
  • Do not leave it on for extended periods.

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