{"id":37279,"date":"2023-08-09T20:40:32","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T03:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/puppyintraining.com\/?p=37279"},"modified":"2023-08-09T20:40:33","modified_gmt":"2023-08-10T03:40:33","slug":"eucalyptus-oil-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppyintraining.com\/eucalyptus-oil-for-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do You Use Eucalyptus Oil For Dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Did you know that eucalyptus oil for dogs is a great alternative for harsh chemical insect repellents and that it also provides respiratory support?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I personally use it to repel ticks and mosquitoes for my dog Wally when we\u2019re walking and hiking, as well as inside to help us all breathe better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This way of using eucalyptus oil for dogs (and other essential oils) is known as aromatherapy for dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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If you don\u2019t know what essential oils are, they\u2019re natural extracts from plants that have pleasant and unique fragrances. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That said, there\u2019s lots of different essential oils with a variety of scents that have different effects on dogs, ranging from soothing to promoting urinary & digestive health, and repelling insects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, it’s crucial to use only pure essential oils and to dilute them properly before using them around dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, dogs have a much stronger sense of smell than humans, which means even a small amount of essential oil can be potent for them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So in today\u2019s blog post, I\u2019ll share how to safely use eucalyptus oil around dogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That includes how to dilute it properly, how to make a spray with it, which parts of your dog to spray, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n

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Benefits Of Eucalyptus Oil For Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I already briefly mentioned that eucalyptus oil is known for its insect-repelling properties, especially against mosquitoes, fleas and ticks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eucalyptus Oil For Dogs Fleas  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since the smell of eucalyptus repels fleas, you can use eucalyptus oil on your dog for fleas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your dog already has fleas, you can add essential eucalyptus oil to your dog\u2019s shampoo to help get rid of the fleas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use 1 teaspoon of eucalyptus essential oil for 1 cup of dog shampoo. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To use eucalyptus oil to prevent fleas, you can spray your pup with a specific eucalyptus dog spray. I\u2019ll mention how to DIY it here in a bit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But first, I need to stress the fact that you can\u2019t put the oil on your dog undiluted!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s really important to always dilute any essential oils you use for your dog, including eucalyptus essential oil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How To Safely Use Eucalyptus Oil Around Dogs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s because all essential oils are highly concentrated and can cause skin irritation if applied directly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only use essential oils topically and never let your dogs lick or consume them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While there are certain essential oils that are labeled for culinary use, you should only use them orally for your dog under the expert guidance of a (holistic) veterinarian!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do You Dilute Eucalyptus Oil For Dogs?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eucalyptus oil is diluted with so-called carrier oils.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrier oils are vegetable oils that help to “carry” the essential oil onto the skin while also providing nourishment and moisture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here’s how you can dilute eucalyptus oil for dogs using carrier oils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, choose a carrier oil. There are several options, for example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n