Flower essences carry with them emotional stablilizers and energetic healing properties. Flower essences have been used for centuries to treat human conditions including depression, fear, worry, stress, and anger.
Our canine companions benefit the same way humans do from the healing properties of flower essences. The unique feature of a flower essence is that it only carries a positive energetic response unlike allopathic drugs such as antidepressants that can have a stunting impact on the body's various systems.
Treatment for Pets
Prior to administering, the bottle should be shaken vigorously to activate the energies. Add recommended dosages to your pets water bowl. If the pet senses it and does not drink, then the dosage can also be administered via dropper bottles directly onto the tongue. Alternatively, owners can choose to administer the essence externally by rubbing it into the ear flaps, spray on the paws, or rubbed on to the chest area.
One of the best essences for soothing a pet during travel, or other times when it is anxious is Bach Rescue Remedy. The product comes in spray form and is easily administered by spraying on or under the pets tongue.
Relief is immediate and this remedy is effective in all cases except where the animal is experiencing very high levels of stress or anxiety.
Diet
Foods can act as an extension of herbal therapy. In Chinese medicine, different foods have specific associations with specific organs, a certain inherent temperature, and an ability to move energy and blood in a specific direction.
For example, red chile pepper has an association with the heart and lungs and improves circulation. Chiles warm the body and promote an upward and outward sensation that makes your head perspire. So, chiles can be useful at onset of a nose or head cold (when your head may be feeling congested), and open the pores to ease congestion, allowing the virus to be “sweated out.” Chiles are also useful in moderation for stimulating sluggish circulation.
