Articles - Aromatherapy for horses and dogs

My first choice to clean wounds on pets and horses is Lavender essential oil. Pure, unadulterated, 100% Lavendula angustifolia.

I also use Calendula tincture for its disinfectant and healing properties.

Use cold water (preferably cooled boiled water), about 2 cups, add 20 to 30 drops of Lavender oil and 100 drops of Calendula tincture. Wash the wound with this liquid. Calendula tincture is made with alcohol, so do not use undiluted.

You can then make a paste of French green clay with some cooled boiled water with a drop or two of Lavender essential oil and apply a thick layer on the wound. It will prevent infection and help the tissues heal nicely.

You can replace the water with coconut oil to provide a more greasy paste that will not dry.

You can't use essential oils on cats but you can use Calendula tincture.