The Truth About Essential Oils and Cats

Maybe you have heard about Essential Oils and wondered what all the fuss was about; or maybe you have started to use them in your home already; but whatever the reason you decided to attend, I am glad you are here. BE BLESSED as you learn more about ESSENTIAL OILS. This class has been created...

If you have ever enjoyed the scent of a rose, you’ve experienced the aromatic qualities of Essential Oils. These naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds are found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. They can be both beautifully and powerfully fragrant....

Essential Oils have been used for thousands of years. When you choose our oils, you are choosing Essential Oils gently and carefully distilled from plants that have been patiently harvested at the perfect moment by experienced growers from around the world for ideal composition and efficacy. ...

You may have noticed that there is a lot of scary stuff out there on the Internet about using Essential Oils around CATS. But not to worry: Dr. Janet Roark, the Essential Oil Vet, will help you understand the complexities regarding cats, as well as how to safely use Essential Oils around them. ...

Here are some safety tips you’ll want to know when using Essential Oils with cats: • ALWAYS dilute Essential Oils for topical use at .25%–1%. That equals one drop Essential Oil for every 1 tsp. to 1 tbsp. carrier oil. • Know your cat’s health status. • Do NOT use oils on or near the eyes, ears,...

When introducing Oils to your cat, always start SLOWLY. • SELF SELECTION: allow your cat to choose which oil they like. • Introduce the oil initially with the CAP ON—cats have keen noses and a little goes a long way. • Positive results may be subtle: be observant but let them tell you “yes” or ...

Dilute, Dilute, Dilute! This is VERY important!!! Start out with your oils MORE diluted when introducing Essential Oils topically to your kitty. You can use carrier oils such as Fractionated Coconut Oil, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Almond Oil, or others. You can always increase the...

Let’s take a few things into consideration as we talk about how to safely use Essential Oils with cats. SMALL SIZE At 10–15 pounds, cats are fairly small—especially compared to humans, who, at 15 times that size, really only need to use one drop at a time. Because of this size difference, and...

Let’s spend a few minutes doing a little Essential Oils and Cats myth-busting. First, this: “Essential Oils cause liver or kidney damage in cats.” When using low quality, yes, this is true. When using Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils, we have seen certain oils that can be used to SUPPORT the...

Here’s our second myth: “Citrus oils are toxic to cats.” The actual truth is that we have not found any cases of citrus toxicity in cats. D-limonene is a main constituent in citrus oils. It is a natural component of citrus oils, but it can also be produced synthetically. In 1998, cats were...

Myth # 3 is this: “Pine oils are toxic to cats.” A-pinene is a component in over 400 Essential Oils and is also an ingredient in popular pine cleaning solutions. There was a report in 1986 of a toxicity with this product, but it was for the synthetic product, not an Essential Oil. No reports of...

Myth # 4: “Lavender is toxic to cats.” This is not the case. Lavender has been safely used for cats for a long time. Spike Lavender might be dangerous, but it is not typically used around cats. According to a 1988 article, an insecticidal spray that contained linalool, d-limonene, and...

Have you ever heard Myth # 5? “Never pet your cat after using Essential Oils.” Here’s the issue behind this myth: after using Essential Oils like Peppermint, Soothing Blend, or others, the oil can linger on your hands. Is this a problem if you happen to pet your cat after using an Essential...

QUESTION – WHICH OF THESE BENEFITS WOULD BE MOST HELPFUL TO YOUR CAT? So now you know HOW to use Essential Oils for your cat, and you’ve unlearned some bad myths that have been floating around. But WHICH OILS are best? At this point, we’ll start looking at some of Dr. Roark’s top...

Dr. Roark’s next recommended oil for cats is LAVENDER ESSENTIAL OIL. LAVENDER is often considered a must-have oil to keep on hand at all times due to its versatile uses, including calming and relaxing properties that promote peaceful sleep and ease feelings of tension. LAVENDER has been used...

Everyone has heard of FRANKINCENSE, Dr. Roark’s next recommended oil for cats. Often called the “king of oils,” FRANKINCENSE promotes feelings of peace and overall wellness when used aromatically, while topical and internal uses provide modern health benefits.*   Renowned as one of the most...

Dr. Roark also recommends HELICHRYSUM ESSENTIAL OIL for cats. Helichrysum italicum is a small perennial herb with narrow, silver leaves and flowers that form a cluster of golden yellow, ball-shaped blossoms. The name “Helichrysum” is derived from the Greek “helios” meaning sun and “chrysos”...

Here’s an important Essential Oil recommendation for cats: DIGESTIVE BLEND. The DIGESTIVE BLEND is well known for its ability to aid in digestion, soothe occasional stomach upset, and maintain overall digestive health when taken internally.* This unique blend contains Ginger, Fennel, and...

Another Essential Oils blend recommended by Dr. Roark is the GROUNDING BLEND. The warm, woody aroma of the GROUNDING BLEND creates a sense of calm and well-being. A perfect blend of Spruce, Ho Wood, Frankincense, Blue Tansy, and Blue Chamomile with Fractionated Coconut Oil offers an enticing...

How can you best protect your cat from getting sick in the first place? Dr. Roark recommends the PROTECTIVE BLEND. As one of our most popular oils, the PROTECTIVE BLEND is a powerful proprietary blend that supports healthy immune function* and contains cleansing properties. PRIMARY BENEFITS •...