Can dogs have Palmarosa essential oil?

can dogs have palmarosa essential oilNo

Overview

dog-food-safety-information

No. Palmarosa essential oil is toxic to dogs when ingested. However, palmarosa essential oil can be used as a topical treatment for skin problems and minor wounds and as a flea and tick repellent. Palmarosa essential oil can also be used in canine aromatherapy.

Benefits

health-benefits
  • Palmarosa essential oil, also known as Indian or Turkish geranium, is not suitable for ingestion, but its topical application is beneficial to dogs.
  • Palmarosa essential oil's antiseptic and antibacterial properties help treat minor wounds, skin irritations, and skin disorders in dogs.
  • The geraniol in palmarosa essential oil works as an insect repellent. When applied to the dog's coat, it can help repel fleas and ticks.

Risks

health-risks
  • Palmarosa essential oil contains compounds and alcohols like geraniol, limonene, myrcene, and linalool, which can be toxic when ingested by dogs.
  • When used topically, Palmarosa essential oil may cause irritation to dogs with sensitive skin.
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Servings

serving-suggestions
  • Dilute 1 drop of palmarosa essential oil with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil. Apply topically to the affected area until the dog's skin irritation or wound is healed.
  • Palmarosa essential oil can also be used in canine aromatherapy.
  • For small dogs, dilute 1 drop of palmarosa essential oil to 50 drops of carrier oil.
  • For medium to large dogs, the ratio is 2-3 drops of palmarosa for every 50 drops of carrier oil.
  • Run the diffuser for a maximum of 10 minutes in a well-ventilated area to avoid overwhelming your dog with the scent.

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