PROTECTING PETS

NEW CONCERN - PROTECTING CATS FROM TOXIC ESSENTIAL OILS             

1.       FACT CHECK:  Are 'Essential Oils' Poisonous to Cats?

            

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Medical experts back a woman's warning that eucalyptus and other oils can be harmful toward felines.

2.     Essential Oils and Cats: a Potentially Toxic Mix - The Spruce

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Despite their popular use among people, many essentialoils used in aromatherapy are toxicto cats. Learn which essentialoils are dangerou

3.     Essential Oils That Are NOT SAFE for Cats | Anarres Natural ...

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Which EssentialOils Can Harm Cats? Here is a list of some essentialoils that are known to be toxicto cats: • Peppermint • Oregano • Clove • Sage

4.     Essential Oils toxic to cats? - Yahoo Answers Results

o        Is cedar and rosemary oil toxic to cats ?

Yes both are toxic to cats. Cats have a unique metabolism that makes it hard for their livers to process a wide range of substances. All essential oils contain what are called Terpenes, these are phenolic substances with a high level of...

o        Is there any essential oil that will repel fleas?

Essential oils are toxic to cats and probably to dogs as well to a lesser degree. Please do not use any essential oils on your cats and dog! http://www.cybercanine.com/cat.htmhttp://cats.about.com/od/housekeeping/a/aromatherapy.htm Getting...

o        Essential oils that are non-toxicc to cats ?

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Most essential oils are toxic to cats. That is the safest approach to take. The problem with using them on things like pillows is that the cat can still get it on their fur, and then lick it off. This is probably a good question for the vet...

5.     Oils Poisonous to Cats - Pets

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When it comes to essentialoils, a few common misunderstandings about the oils themselves and feline physiology make cats and aromatherapy a deadly mix. The list of ...

6.     6 Essential Oil Safety Tips for Cat Owners | Meow Lifestyle

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6 Essential Oil Safety Tips for Cat Owners. ... Would melting wax or even candles be the same kind of toxicto cats as essentialoils when the scent is put into the air?

7.     Cats, Essential Oils & Aromatherapy? Essential Oil

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Cats, EssentialOils & Aromatherapy? Essential Oil Safety & CatsEssential Oil ... ear mites in cats, but there is proof essentialoils are toxicto cats. 3.

8.     Essential Oils That Are Toxic to Cats | Animals - mom.me

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All essentialoils can potentially kill cats if they are used full strength or if the cat swallows it. Essentialoils can be found in cleaners or potpourri as well.

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