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Herbs to Go
Keep Travel Companions Calm
T
raveling can be hard on the family dog or cat. This
holiday season, you can help ease your furry friend’s
distress with these natural herbal remedies from The
Encyclopedia of Natural Pet Care and Natural Remedies for
Dogs and Cats, both by C.J. Puotinen.
She cites chamomile, valerian and scullcap for relief of
animal anxieties related to travel or new situations. Com-
bine equal parts valerian, scullcap and chamomile tinctures. taste that is palatable to many dogs and cats. Administer
Use an eyedropper to place three drops of this blend per 10 orally.
pounds of body weight into each ear. Tilt the animal’s head Flower essences are soothing and take the edge off of
to the opposite side, hold the ear closed and gently massage travel jitters. Puotinen recommends dill for hypersensitivity
the ear to distribute the tincture. to the environment; walnut to ease transitions; and Rescue
Ginger can be used to prevent nausea and motion sick- Remedy (see
BachFlower.com/Pets.htm) to alleviate fear.
ness. Find a tincture especially formulated for pets, or make Administer them orally or massage into the animal’s ear.
one by filling a pint jar with coarsely chopped fresh ginger Traveling with a calm animal makes long-distance trips
root. Fill the jar to the top with vegetable glycerin, available easier. Herbs offer a gentle, effective alternative to traditional
in natural products stores, then let it sit in a warm room for drugs when traveling with our favorite four-footed friends.
six weeks or longer. Puotinen notes that glycerin has a sweet Then we will feel more relaxed, too.
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