Aromatherapy is the application of essential oils to the body to maintain or restore physical health and psychological well-being. Essential oils are steam distilled from herbs and other healing plants. The oils contain the DNA or healing essence of the plant, such as analgesics for pain relief and anti-inflammatories for reducing inflammation. Several essential oils are combined in a carrier massage oil to create an aromatic synergistic blend beneficial for relieving symptoms as described below. Application of Essential Oil Blends The application of Aromatherapy Massage Blends allows the essential oils to be absorbed by the body to reduce the symptoms of dis-ease and to promote healing by stimulating and supporting the body's own healing ability. The blend also works aromatically; the aroma is absorbed by the nasal passages and passes through to the limbic center of the brain, which is responsible for stimulating the body's healing mechanisms. Aromatherapy blends can be applied to most domesticated animals. Dogs and horses respond exceptionally well to essential oils. Cats, unfortunately, do not appreciate having oil applied to their coat. Several essential oils are combined in a carrier massage oil to create an aromatic and synergistic blend beneficial for relieving symptoms as described below. Part the hair around the area and use a dropper to apply a few drops of the blend directly to the skin. The same procedure can be followed for heavy-coated breeds of dogs also. Apply oil blend sparingly to affected area 3 or 4 times a day. In cases of pain or inflammation use very light pressure, let the essential oils do the healing work for you. Physical Massage Blends ~ Apply blend to affected area 4 times a day. Target Blends ~ Apply these more potent blends to the affected area only. Emotional Blends ~ Apply blend as needed on area where base of skull and neck meet to speed healing to the central nervous system. Aromatherapy Essential Oil Massage Blends for Animals Muscle Pain relax muscles, relieve pain, reduce swelling, control spasms. Arthritis & Hip Displasia reduces pain and swelling of joints, relax surrounding muscle, reduce toxins and increase blood flow. Immune Boost fortifies the body to fight dis-ease and infection. Show Vitality relieves stress and tension, enhances concentration, lifts spirits, grounding and centering, boosts confidence and self-esteem, helps focus in show ring. Prices :    1 oz - $15     2 oz - $25

"I have heard some wonderful feedback from handlers who really depend on the Show Vitality Blend to help to relieve the signs of stress and tension that all show dogs experience at one time or another. This aromatic calming blend contains essential oils such as rose, lavender and geranium. It can be applied by the drop to an inconspicuous area such as behind the ears, under the chin, at the base of the skull and top of the head depending on the dog's coat. The dog will benefit from the therapeutic aroma while showing. Of course, there are no side-effects from this blend and can be used as often as you wish." Cynthia

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Aromatherapy Full Body Massage for Dogs Course Instruction in Full Body Massage and the application of Essential Oil Blends to help relieve muscle pain, arthritis, inflammation and speed healing of all body functions. Give your dog a stress-relieving massage with essential oil blends. Help to relieve muscle pain, arthritis, inflammation. Speed healing of all body functions. Help to restore energy flow to all parts of the body. Calm your dog in case of injury or trauma. Essential oil blends created especially for dogs by a certified Aromatherapist will be supplied for the massage. Learn a wide variety of techniques for massaging the back, neck, tail, legs, feet, stomach, head, face and ears. Your instructor is an experienced and certified Aromatherapist. email Cynthia to register for this course.