Ep. 87: Caring For Pets With Aromatherapy: Expert Tips From Amy Williams DeLong
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In this episode, Nikki interviews Amy Williams DeLong about supporting our pets and animals with aromatherapy.
Amy DeLong is a Holistic Pet Care expert, certified animal aromatherapist, and instructor of Animal Aromatherapy
In her private practice, Amy helps pet parents find holistic solutions that help their animal friends live the best life possible, including teaching pet parents how to use essential oils safely while giving pets a choice in selecting aromatics.
In addition, Amy brings unique insights into supporting animals holistically through her work as an animal communicator, intuitive energy healer, and Tellington TTouch® practitioner, and other holistic modalities. Amy has supported hundreds of pet parents over the years, partnered with holistic veterinarians, and served as a Veterinary Assistant at wellness clinics on Indian/First Nations reserves.
Amy is also dedicated to helping animals without devoted pet parents by supporting rescues, fostering, and transforming the lives of starved, neglected, and literally mangy mutts.
In this episode, Nikki and Amy go over
How Amy started in the aromatherapy and animal world
Does it matter the species of animal we use essential oils with
The size of the animal isn’t the only thing that matters
The benefits of hydrolats/hydrosols for birds, pocket pets, and skin issues
Aromatic use vs topical use
Topical only for if you can see it or touch it
Self-selection of essential oils for the pet
Pets following their own intuition and resonate with the energy around them
Safety with diffusing around pets - maximum 30 minutes 1-2 times a day
Using essential oils with cats
Go-to essential oils that are safer to use with pets
Kid-safe essential oils
Reduce your stress, be present with your animal, be with them
Connect with Amy
Website: AmyWilliamsDeLong.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy_williams_delong/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/animalaromatherapymadeeasy
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