How to Use Bach Rescue Remedies for Pets
The administration of Bach Rescue Remedy is controversial. Flower essences are created by mixing a preservative of 27 percent grape seed brandy and 73 percent spring water. Flowers are infused or steeped in the spring water. Critics believe it is nothing more than a brandy based placebo. Fans of Bach Flower Essences purport that it is not an herbal remedy, but a tincture that works on the energetic or emotional level of the subject to stabilize and calm them in times of stress. Whichever opinion you may have, the consensus is that at the very least it does no harm to most species.
Instructions
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Identify a regularly occurring event or an ongoing situation that causes a dog to become stressed. Examples include a trip to the veterinarian's office, the act of relocating a residence, or inclement weather.
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Prepare the pet's food or retrieve a treat. Alternately, a fresh bowl of water can be used as a carrier.
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Using the eye dropper or drip spout of the bottle, add four drops of Bach's Rescue Remedy directly to the food or treat for a dog or cat. The same amount may be diluted in water instead.
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Offer her the food or water and allow her to consume it.
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Monitor your pet for behavior changes.
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Tips & Warnings
Monitor your mood before administering home remedies. A pet reacts to the anxiety level of their human friends and if addressed, it will be apparent whether a pet is suffering or was merely responding to human melancholy.
Grapes and grape seeds are traditionally toxic to dogs. Bach's Rescue Remedy contains 27 percent brandy from grape seeds. While 27 percent of four small drops is a negligible amount in an altered form, if there is concern, refrain from use. Use is promoted for all animals, but take special care with amphibians. Amphibians absorb liquids through their skin. The alcohol content may be overwhelming. Use prudent judgement or consult a professional herpetologist or veterinarian.
