Copaiba question/RE: [HEO Forum] Treating a Dog that has Arthritis

[Barron Family]

Hi Linda,

 

I just happened to see and read this email.  I have been looking into Copaiba for my daughter.  I have seen it indicated for mental rigidity associated with autism.  Do you know if anyone uses it for that, and if so, how it is applied?  My daughter is currently using Adagio (which has been reducing her tics).  I was thinking of adding Copaiba to her regimen.

 

Thanks so much,

Carrie

[Linda Sherman]

Hi Carrie,

I have not heard of Copaiba used for mental rigidity associated with autism. It is considered non-toxic, non-irritant but possible sensitization, but if properly diluted, I've not heard of any negative issues from its use. It is a nice choice for stress, so that indicates that it may very well have some impact on the nervous system, and thus mental rigidity associated with autism. Please let us know if you try it and how you feel about it.

I'm glad to hear that the Adagio is helping reduce the tics!

Blessings and prayers that all your efforts to help her are blessed!

Linda

[Barron Family]

Thank you, Linda.  I saw it on a Young Living rep blog somewhere.  I can’t seem to find the page again today, but I’m going to give it a shot.  It has so many other uses, I figure if it doesn’t help her with that, I can save it for a rainy day.  J

 

God bless you and thank you especially for prayers!

Carrie

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[Linda Sherman]

Using Essential Oils to Help a Dog with Arthritis

Kristen Leigh Bell, author of Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals, cautions to "always D-I-L-U-T-E essential oils with dogs!" She suggests starting with a dilution suitable for a human toddler, which translates into 10 drops of essential oil in 1/2 oz (15mL) carrier oil (1-2%).

Bell's Joint formula

1/2 oz (15mL) Carrier oil (Bell uses Hazelnut or Sweet Almond)
4 drop Juniper berry

4 drops Peppermint

3 drops Spearmint

3 drops Black Pepper

Bell suggests that you do a patch test first to be sure the blend will not be irritating. To do a patch test, apply 1 drop to an area with sparse coat, such as the dog's leg pit. Check 24 hours later for any signs of redness or irritation. Bell has yet to see this blend irritate, but would prefer that you err on the side of safety. When using this blend, use 2-4 drops as close to the skin as possible.

Bell comments about licking essential oil formulas (page 122):

Do not be concerned if your dog licks some of the formulation from its paws or fur. The recipes in her book are all created with the consideration that dogs will try to lick anything off their coats. The ingestion of small amounts of oils will not be harmful. Her book uses highly diluted blends.

The Animal Desk Reference by Melissa Shelton DVM p. 384

"This regimen has been used successfully in our veterinary practice to eliminate and replace the use of traditional NSAIDs."

First Line Recommendation:

Oral: Copaiba

Oral can be via capsules, buccal route (essential oil is absorbed through the mucus membranes of the cheek or lip area). Dogs tolerate drops inside the cheek area fairly well.

Petting: Copaiba or other selected oils

Petting involves applying essential oils (neat or diluted) to your hands. You rub your hands together and with some essential oil left on the palms and then pet the dog.

Single Oils:

Balsam Fir

Birch

Blue Tansy

Copaiba

Frankincense

Helichrysum [Blend]

Idaho Tansy

Lavender

Lemongrass

Marjoram

Myrrh

Nutmeg

Palo Santo

Peppermint

Pine

Spruce

Vetiver

Wintergreen

Blends:

Arctic Ice

Endurance

Liver/Gallbladder

Migraine Relief

Muscle Relax

PainX

Rejuvenate

Resolve

Testimony

Kelly wrote: My dog has hip and knee issues. She gets NaturVet 240 Glucosamine daily. Some of her hip problems are due to a fatty tumor, which I've used Lavender and Frankincense with some success shrinking it.