16 essential oils for your dog

Essential oils are able to produce the desired result quicker than herbs. A drop of peppermint oil is equal to 26 cups of peppermint tea. Essential oils have multi-effects where many drugs have usually have only one medical property plus negative side effects.

Applying essential oils to their paws is not recommended by some health care professionals. Pets lick their feet and this could cause possible irritation as saliva is similar to water. Essential oils enter the skin quickly. Compounds like fertilizer, antifreeze and other toxicants could be absorbed more quickly when essential oils are applied to their paws.-dog boarding las vegas

I have taken advice from Dr. Nancy Brandt, DVM and used the knowledge in my dog breeding business. She is a holistic vet located in Las Vegas, NV and uses Young Living essential oils in her practice. Most essential oils should be diluted with a base or carrier oil before applying to your pet. For dogs, the recommendation is 1 drop essential oil to 10 drops base/carrier oil and for cats, rabbits and ferrets, 1 drop essential oil to 25 drops of base/carrier oil. You may listen to Dr. Brandt 1/29/2009 lecture on the internet addressing 16 Young Living essential oils that a pet owner should have on hand.-dog boarding las vegas.

In my opinion the best base or carrier oil is organic cold pressed olive oil, grapeseed oil or fractionated coconut oil. Avoid nut oils if your pet is allergic to nuts. I recommend using V-6 enhanced vegetable oil complex by Young Living as base/carrier oil. The ingredients of V-6 are Fractionated Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, and Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil. Cold pressed olive oil and grapeseed oil are other options to use as a base/carrier oil.

Oil and water do not mix; water causes the oil to irritate your pet's skin. If you pet has sensitivity to any essential oil, dilute the oil with base/carrier oil or add more base/carrier oil to where you applied the essential oil. If any essential oil gets into your pet's eyes rinse with base/carrier oil, never water.-dog boarding las vegas.

I chose essential oils made by Young Living. They are therapeutic grade and processed correctly. They're organic and do not contain toxicants, like pesticides. Not all essential oils can be taken internally. Young Living essential oils are one of the few essential oils that can be taken safety internally. There are 42 species of frankincense but Young Living chooses the 2 species with the most therapeutic benefits not the cheapest to make and process. The oils are processed with low heat by steamed distillation or cold pressing. This makes more of the natural properties available. Some of the essential oil brands process their products with a higher heat and as a result their essential oils do not have all the properties plus may contain toxicants. They do cost less and are not as effective.

The essential oil Balsam fir (Idaho) is anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant (stops blood from clotting) and acts like cortisone. It is used for respiratory issues and pain. For breathing issues rub on the chest. For pain issues, rub on the source. I diffuse it in my kennel if I see or hear any signs of colds or coughing. You can combine 2-3 essential oils together and diffuse to get the desired results.
Eucalyptus Radiata can be used as a smelling salt and aids in opening up the lungs when an upper respiratory infection is present. Its medical properties are antibacterial, antiviral, expectorant and anti-inflammatory. As a smelling salt the bottle is held briefly under the nose. For breathing issues, rub on the chest. I use eucalyptus on my dogs' cloth collars and it works like a bug repellant. I spray eucalyptus on my base ball cap while fishing and the bugs leave me alone.

Frankincense can cross the blood/brain barrier and aid in increasing oxygen to the brain. Frankincense is used for infections and tumors, dissolves lumps & bumps. Frankincense is antibacterial, antiviral, expectorant and anti-inflammatory. It can be applied topically, diffused, or simply inhaled. I have applied frankincense to lumps on my pets and the size of the lump decreases quickly.

Helichysum is great for bruising or bleeding. I use it for when dew claws are removed or tail docking. It speeds up the healing process. This essential oil is not diluted but rubbed directly on the bare belly, be sure to avoid the sexual organs. Apply 1 drop per 1 inch of bare belly up the center of the pet's belly. Helichrysum medical properties are anticoagulant, anesthetic, antispasmodic, antiviral, liver detoxifier; chelates chemicals and toxins plus regenerates nerves. Choose Helichysum if rat poison is suspected. This will help control internal bleeding while you are traveling to your vet.

Lavender is the universal essential oil and can be used for just about anything. This essential oil is applied neat (not diluted). Lavender is great to heal burns including sunburns. Lavender has great calming effects. Here is a recipe that can be misted into the air: add 2 drops to 1 oz. of steamed distilled water put into a spray bottle, shake before each use. Its medical properties are antiseptic, antifungal, antitumoral, anticonvulsant, vasodilating, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, reduce blood fat/cholesterol, and combats excess sebum on skin. I use lavender to clear tear staining on my puppies while they are teething. Apply only once per day put one drop to your finger and rub it across the nose and under the eyes (avoid the eyes). I like to use it at night since lavender has calming properties.

Peppermint is wonderful for treating diarrhea and vomiting. Be sure to dilute with the base/carrier oil formula. Peppermint medical properties are anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antiparasitic (worms), antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, gallbladder/digestive stimulant, and a pain-reliever and helps curbs appetite. I use peppermint diluted and rub on the gums or belly to stop diarrhea.
Pine works for respiratory issues and works even better when mixed with eucalyptus. This is a great combination to diffuse during the winter months and smells great. Or it can be rubbed on the chest between the front legs. Pine's medical properties are hormone-like, antidiabetic, cortisone-like, antiseptic and lymphatic stimulant.

Essential oil blends are a combination of several essential oils having a broader spectrum of beneficial medical properties. Di-Gize helps with alleviating diarrhea and vomiting. It works better than peppermint. Apply the oil to the bare belly and rubs it in a clockwise motion, the way the colon moves. Egyptian Gold aids the immune system and is used for open wounds (dog/cat fight). It is applied to the chest and between the shoulder blades on the back. Joy helps the heart and circuitry system. Apply to the chest and side of the ribs. GLF should be used if your pet gets into anything toxic like fertilizer or advid. Rub on the liver.

The liver is located just below the ribs on the right-hand side. Melrose is great for chronic infections like abscesses (wounds) that are difficult to heal. Panaway is for dog bites, bruising, cuts and scrapes. Puricuration is used undiluted on bug bites. It purifies the air and kills the virus, Parvo. It balances electro energies. Use it on your pet's bedding as a diffuser. Mix 1 drop to 1 oz steam distilled water into a spray bottle. Shake before use and spray the room, bedding, and toys anything your pet touches to disinfect. I recommend this essential to my customers if they plan on boarding their pets to keep their pet's germ free. Thieves kills bacteria and can be used as a natural antibiotic. Thieves should be used for keeping your pet's teeth clean. This is a healthier option then putting your pet under at the vet's to clean its teeth. Apply a drop to your finger and rub on your pet's upper gums once a week or daily if you detect issues. Thieves is recommended not be used on cats due to their sensitivity to their liver. Valor is chiropractic in a bottle. It aliens the body by balancing energy centers (chakras). Apply to the spine. This is a wonderful essential oil blend for pets who lead active life styles like hunting or trials.-dog boarding las vegas.

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Wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of Andhra Pradesh.

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Geographically Andhra Pradesh stands the fifth largest state in India and has the biggest coast line extending over 1000 km. This is the only state which is bestowed with two mighty rivers. Those are -

1) River Krishna

2) Godavari

Andhra Pradesh has wide and varied vegetation types enriched by a variety of flora and fauna. Andhra Pradesh being located strategically in the central region of the Indian sub-continent has some of the representatives of the magnificent Indian plants and animals. Its varied topography from the hilly ranges of the Eastern Ghats and the Nallamallas, to the shores of Bay of Bengal supports varied ecotypes which in turn support a variety of floral and fauna forms. The state can broadly be divided into four major biotic provinces.

DECCAN PLATEAU: 53%

CENTRAL PLATEAU: 35%

EASTERN PLATEAU: 11%

EAST COASTAL PLATEAU: 1%

The type of vegetation found in the state is largely of dry deciduous type with a mixture of Teak, Terminalias, pterocarpus, Anogeissus etc., The hills especially the Eastern Ghats, add greatly to the biological diversity, and provide centers of endemism for plants, birds and lesser forms of animal life. The varied habitat harbors a variety of fauna which includes

1) Tiger,

2) Panther,

3) Wolf,

4) Wild dog,

5) Hyena,

6) Sloth beat,

7) Gaur,

8) Black buck,

9) Chinkara,

10) Chowsingha,

11) Nilgai,

12) Cheetah,

13) Sambar and a number of birds and reptiles.

The long sea coast provides the nesting ground for sea turtles' the back waters of Pulicat Lake are the feeding grounds for Flamingo and Grey Pelican; the estuaries of river Godavari and Krishna support mangrove vegetation. The state has some rare and endemic plants like Cycas beddomei, Pterocarpus santalinus, Terminalia pallida, Syzygium alternifolium, Shorea talura, Shored tumbuggaia, Psilotum nudam etc., Similarly the Double banded or the jerdon's Courser and the Golden gecko are very rare and endemic to the state.

Andhra Pradesh has a network of 20 Sanctuaries and 4 National Parks covering an area about 11,982sq.km.

SOME OF THE IMPORTANT WILD LIFE SANCTUARIES AND NATIONAL PARKS ARE AS FOLLOWS with complete details

1) KAWAL SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: Adilabad district; 893 sq. Km

FLORA AND FAUNA: Dry deciduous Teak forests with Bamboo

terminelia, pterocarpus etc. Animals found are Tiger, panther, Gaur, Cheetah, Sambar, Nilgai, Barking deer, Chowsingha, Mouse deer, Sloth bear and a variety of birds

ACCESSIBILITY: 50 Km from Mancherial railway station (South central Railway) 260 km, from Hyderabad road, nearest airport - Hyderabad

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest house at Janna rams.

SEASON: November to May.

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) Janna ram

2) PRANAHITHA SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: Dry deciduous Teak forests along river pranahita, a tributary of river Godavari. The terrain is undulating and supports Tiger, Panther, Sloth bear, Cheetah, Black buck, Nilgai and a variety of birds including Brahmani duck, Teals, Storks and Herons.

ACCESSIBILITY: 70 Km, from Mancherial railway station (south central railway) 300 Km, from Hyderabad by road. Nearest airport - Hyderabad

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest house at Mancherial and Chinnur.

SEASON: November to April

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer Mancherial.

3) SIVA RAM SANCTUARY

LOCATION AREA: Adilabad & karimnagar districts, 37sq. Km

FLORA AND FAUNA: Riverside forest mixed with Teak, Terminalia etc, noted for the presence of Marsh crocodiles in river Godavari with the forest harboring Tiger, Panther, Langur, Rhesus monkey, and Wild boar, Cheetah, Sambar, Nilgai and Python.

ACCESSIBILITY: 50 Km, from Mancherial railway station, 10 Km from Manthani in karimnagar district.

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest house at Mancherial and Eklaspur

SEASON: December to April

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer, (WLM) Janna ram

4) ETURNAGARAM SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: Warangal district, 806, sqKm

FLORA AND FAUNA: Dry deciduous Teak forest with Bamboo, Pterocarpus, Anogeissus, Buchanania etc. Country with low hills with tiger, Panther, Gaur, Sambar, Cheetah, Black buck, Chowsingha, Barking deer, Wild boar, Wolf, Jackal, Fox, Jungle cat and a variety of birds.

ACCESSIBILITY: 90 Km, from Warangal/Kazipet railway station (south central railway) 250 Km, from Hyderabad by road, nearest airport Hyderabad.

ACCOMMODATION: Forest cottages and a Rest house at Tadvai, ITDA Guest house at Eturnagaram.

SEASON: October to May.

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) Subedari, Warangal

5) PAKHAL SANCTUARY

LOCATION & AREA: Warangal district; 879 km.

FLORA AND FAUNA: Dry deciduous Teak forest with Bamboo, madhuca, Terminalia, pterocarpus etc. Animals found are Tiger, Panther, Gaur, sambar, Nilgai, Cheetah, Wild boar, Sloth bear, wild dog, Hyena, Jackal, Fox and migratory birds, like Ducks, Teals, Ibises, Storks and Cormorants.

ACCESSIBILITY: 60 Km, from warangal/Kazipet railway station 230, Km from Hyderabad. Nearest airport is Hyderabad

ACCOMMODATION: Forest & Tourist rest house at Pakhal.

SEASON: November to June.

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) subedari, Warangal

6) KINNERA SANI SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: Khammam district; 656Sq.Km

FLORA AND FAUNA: Dry deciduous Teak forests with Bamboo, Terminalias, Anogeissus etc., The Kinnerasani Lake is very picturesque. Animals found are Tiger, Panther, Gaur, Cheetah, Black buck, Chinkara, Chowsingha, Sambar, Wild boar, Wild dog, Hyena, Jackal, Sloth bear and a variety of ground nesting and aquatic birds. The Kinnerasani lake and water pools harbor Marsh crocodile.

ACCESSIBILITY: 25 Km, from Bhadrachalam

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest houses at paloncha & Kothagudem

SEASON: October to June

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) paloncha

7) PAPIKONDA SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: East Godavari, West Godavari & Khammam districts; 591 sq. km.

FLORA AND FAUNA: Dry deciduous Teak forests with Bamboo, Terminalia, pterocarpus, etc. and other species conforming to the Eastern ghat vegetation. Animals found are Tiger, Panther, Gaur, Cheetah, Chowsingha, Sambar, Black buck, Mouse deer, Barking deer, Sloth bear, Wild dog, Hyena, Jackal, Wild boar, Marsh crocodile and a variety of birds both resident and migratory.

ACCESSIBILITY: 50 Km from Rajahmundry railway station, nearest airport-Rajahmundry

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest houses at Rajahmundry, Maredumili and Kannapuram.

SEASON: October to May

For details please contact, Conservator of Forest (WLM) Rajahmundry.

8) CORINGA SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: East Godavari district; 236 sq. km

FLORA AND FAUNA: The sanctuary is part of the estuary of river. Godavari and supports a rich growth of mangrove vegetation with plants like Rhizophora, Avicennia, Sonneratia, Aegiceros etc. Animals found are fishing cat, otter, jackal, sea turtle and Estuarine crocodile which are found in the creeks. Among the birds, most common are Sea gulls, Storks, Herons, Snipes, Ducks and Flamingos

ACCESSIBILITY: 20 Km, from Kakinada railway station and 70 Km from Rajahmundry railway station. Nearest airport- Rajahmundry

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest house at Coringa and Rajahmundry.

SEASON: October to May

For details please contact, Deputy. Conservator of Forests (WLM) Rajahmundry

9) KOLLERU SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: West Godavari district; 673 sq. km

FLORA AND FAUNA: It is a wetland, marsh habitat supporting a large variety of water birds, Garganys. Teaks, Pochards, Spot bills, Brahmani ducks, open bill storks, Herons, occasionally Flamingos, & Grey pelicans.

ACCESSIBILITY: 60 Km by road from Vijayawada railway station.

ACCOMMODATION: Forest rest houses at Vijayawada and Eluru.

SEASON: October to May

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) Eluru.

10) KRISHNA SANCTUARY

LOCATION AND AREA: Krishna and Guntur districts; 195 sq. km

FLORA AND FAUNA: Mangrove Forests on the estuary of river Krishna, harboring Fishing cat, Otter, Jackal, Estuarine crocodile and a variety of seasonal birds.

ACCESSIBILITY: Forest rest houses at Vijayawada.

SEASON: October to February

For details please contact, Divisional Forest Officer (WLM) Eluru.

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Popular Bird Watching Tours of South India

South India has some of the best Bird Sanctuaries in the world. The landscape of South India with the dense forests and adequate waterfalls is suitable for the migratory birds to make it as their dwelling place.

1. Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary

Located on the banks of Vembanad Lake in Kerala, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary is home for local birds like the waterfowl, cuckoo, owl, egret, heron and the water duck, and migratory birds like the Siberian stork, Parrots, teal, larks, flycatchers, wood beetle, egret, darter, heron and teal. The sanctuary is spread across 14 acres. The village of Kumarakom is a cluster of little islands on the Vembanad Lake, and is part of the Kuttanad region.

2. Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary

Mudumalai wildlife sanctuary is home for the birds like Peacock, Grey Jungle Fowl, Red Spur Fowl, Grey Partridge Quails, Goggle Eyed Flower, Malabar Whistling Thrush, large Racket-Tailed Drone, The Magpie-robin, Spotted Babbler, Small Green Barbet, Green Pigeons, Brown Dove, Malabar Grey Hornbill, Bulbuls, Mynas, etc. Among them, Eagles, Hawks, Buzzards, Harriers, Falcons and King Vulture are predominant, besides some migratory water birds. It is also home for many animals.

3. Vedathangal Bird Sanctuary

Vedathangal Bird Sanctuary is the oldest Bird Sanctuary in India, located in Tamil Nadu of India. Every year, a large number of migratory birds like Grey Heron, Cormorant, Egrets, Darter, Open-billed Stork, Spoonbill, White Ibis, Grebes, Night Herons and Grey Pelican visit this Sanctuary. It is home for other birds like Cormorants, Darters, Herons, egrets, Open billed Stork, White Ibis, little Grebe, Indian Moorhen, Black Winged Stilts etc. This sanctuary can be visited on the way to Mamalapuram, which is just 53 km away and 85 km from Chennai.

4. Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is a small sanctuary, comprising of six islets on the banks of the Kaveri River, and is very close to the historic town Srirangapatanam in Karnataka. The sanctuary is now a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts, nature lovers and bird watchers. It is home for the Birds like Painted Stork, Asian Open bill Stork, Common Spoonbill, Woolly-necked Stork, Black-headed Ibis, White Ibis, Lesser Whistling Duck, Indian Shag, Stork-billed Kingfisher and other common birds like egrets, cormorants, Oriental Darter, and herons.

5. Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary

Thattekkad Bird Sanctuary, located on the northern bank of River Periyar, is one of the popular National Parks in Kerala. Dr. Salim Ali, The famous ornithologist designed this sanctuary. It is home for birds like Indian Roller, Cuckoo, Common Snipe, Crow Pheasant, Jungle Night jar, Kite, Grey Drone, and Malabar Trojan etc.

6. Kolleru Bird Sanctuary

Situated in Andhra Pradesh in Godavari District, 60 km from Vijayawada, this picturesque bird sanctuary of India is a great tourist attraction. The prime attraction of birds are Painted storks, open bill storks, Grey Herons, cormorants, white Ibises, glossy Ibises, egrets, Reef Herons, Ducks, Coots, Shovellers, Terns, Jacanas, Moorhens etc.

7. Manjira Bird Sanctuary:

Located near Sangareddy in Medak District, Andhra Pradesh (50-km From Hyderabad), and the Manjira Bird Sanctuary is a haven to a variety of migratory as well as domestic feathered species. The birds include Painted Storks, Herons, Coots, Teals, Cormorants, Pochards, Black and White Ibises, Spoon Bills, and Open Billed Storks etc.

8. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary

Located 40 km from Thodupuzha, just above the arch dam, Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary extends over the Thodupuzha and Udumpanchola taluks of Idukki district spreading over 77sq. km. With the picturesque lake on the three sides of the sanctuary, a majestic arch dam across two hills and roaming wild animals like elephants and gaur in herds in the semi-evergreen and deciduous forests is a great tourist attraction. It is home for birds like Jungle Fowl, Myna, Laughing Thrush, Black Bulbul, Peafowl, Woodpecker, Kingfisher etc. Apart from birds, it is also home for many wild animals.

9. Kunthakulam Bird Sanctuary

Kunthakulam Bird Sanctuary is located 33kms south of Tirunelveli in Tamil Nadu. Kunthakulam is a small and natural scenic village, which is covered with natural forests and ponds. Many birds migrate here during January to April from countries like Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, USA, and Australia.

10. Kawal Sanctuary

Located 50-km from Mancherial in Andhra Pradesh, Kawal Sanctuary is home for birds like Peacocks, Partridges, Quails, Vultures, Eagles, Kites, Owls, Mynas, Pigeons, Tree - pies, Kingfishers. Also animals like Sloth Bear, Panther, and Tiger etc are here.

11. Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary

Kadalundi Bird Sanctuary, located 25kms away from Calicut (Kozhikode), is haven for migratory birds like Terns, Gulls, Herons, Sand pipers, etc. Many migratory birds flock from the month of November and returns only by the end of April.

A trip to these Bird sanctuaries in Southern India is both enchanting and adventurous experience.

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