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Essential oils offer a gentle and effective solution to various equine issues that often do not have answers from traditional medicine. Conditions such as chronic skin problems, allergies, arthritis, Cushing's Syndrome, stress-related ailments, and behavioral issues can find relief through the use of essential oils.

The mechanism behind essential oils is their extraction from different plants, each serving various functions within their respective plants. Some attract pollinating insects, some repel them, and certain oils even protect the plants from bacterial infections and help in wound healing. It is easy to see how these properties can be utilized for animals as well. The volatile nature of essential oils causes their molecules to evaporate into the air as soon as the bottle is opened. When horses or humans inhale these oils, their chemical constituents are absorbed through the olfactory system and into the limbic system of the brain. This area of the brain regulates emotions, memory, and certain bodily functions.

Inhaling essential oils triggers neurotransmitters that can reduce pain, induce sedation, stimulation, or calmness, and help achieve overall balance in the body. It is now widely accepted that our emotional state affects our physical well-being; stress weakens the immune system, while laughter supports healing. Essential oils work simultaneously on the emotional and physical levels. For instance, oils that soothe inflamed skin can also have a calming effect on an animal experiencing "temper tantrums". As physical conditions improve, the animal's temperament may also undergo positive changes.

The first principle of Essential Oil Therapy for Animals (EOTA) is to prioritize the horse's choice. Unlike human aromatherapy, massage is not the main method of application in EOTA. EOTA acknowledges that animals have an innate ability to self-medicate. In a natural environment, horses instinctively select the herbs they require to maintain a healthy system.

We have selected, used, tested and have had great results with all of the essentials oils we use in our products along with numerous other oils we have used over the years. We compiled a nice list of all the oils, along with their uses and functions - we will be offering all of these oils on the site in months to come!

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