Discount canine massage sessions will be available on Saturday, January 17th
from noon to 5 pm at Footopia,
611-22nd St., Denver, CO. For more info, call us at (303) 271-1649 or
click here.
This blend was formulated to help give relief from colds, bronchitis, sore
throats, sinusitis, and respiratory congestion. Diffusing may help decongest and
relieve allergy symptoms, such as coughs and sore throats. R.C. has also been
reported to help dissolve bone spurs when applied topically.
Ingredients
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) has shown to be a powerful
antimicrobial agent containing a high percentage of eucalyptol (a key ingredient
in many antiseptic mouth rinses.) It is expectorant, mucolytic, antimicrobial,
antibacterial, anti-fungal, antiviral, and antiseptic. It helps reduce
infections in the throat and lungs, such as rhinopharyngitis, laryngitis, flu,
sinusitis, bronchitis, bronchial asthma, and bronchial pneumonia.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus radiata) is anti-infectious, antibacterial,
antiviral, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory. It has strong action against
bronchitis and sinusitis.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus australiana) is anti-viral, antibacterial, and
antifungal.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus citriodora) helps decongest and disinfect the
sinuses and lungs. It is anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, and mildly
antispasmodic.
Myrtle (Myrtus communis) supports the respiratory system and help treat
chronic coughs and tuberculosis. It is suitable to use for coughs and chest
complaints with children.
Pine (Pinus sylvestris) opens and disinfects the respiratory system,
particularly the bronchial tract. It has been used since the time of Hippocrates
to support respiratory function and fight infection. According to Daniel Penöél,
M.D., pine is one of the best oils for bronchitis and pneumonia.
Spruce (Picea mariana) helps the respiratory and nervous systems. It is
anti-infectious, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory.
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) supports the respiratory system and reduces
spasms. It is antimicrobial, anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiseptic, and may
work as a diuretic.
Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is antispasmodic, hypotensive,
anti-inflammatory, and anti-infectious. It prevents scarring, stretch marks, and
relieves headaches and PMS symptoms.
Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) promotes blood circulation and lymph
flow. It is anti-infectious, antibacterial, antimicrobial, mucolytic,
antiseptic, refreshing, and relaxing.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is one of the oldest and most highly
regarded herbs for soothing digestion. Jean Valnet, M.D., studied the beneficial
effects of peppermint on the liver and respiratory systems. Other scientists
have researched its effect on impaired taste and smell as well as improved
concentration and mental accuracy. Daniel Penöél, M.D., reports that it may help
to reduce fevers, candida, nausea, vomiting, and strengthen the respiratory
system. Adding peppermint oil to drinking water helps cool body temperature
during hot weather.
Application
Diffuse, apply on chest, neck, ears, bottom of feet, or use in a humidifier.
Dilute with V-6 Mixing Oil or Massage Oil Base and massage on chest and back and
Vita Flex points on the body. Use as a warm compress. Apply over sinus areas.
Rub around ears and on feet, neck, and throat. Inhale deeply to help with
headache. Add a few drops of Raven, RC or Wintergreen/Birch to bowl of hot,
steaming water. Add a few drops of Respiratory Support, Respiratory Strength or
Wintergreen/Birch to bowl of hot, steaming water. Place a towel over your head
and the water/oil mixture and inhale the steam to open sinuses. This may help
relieve breathing difficulties related to flu, colds, and pneumonia.
Whenever I have a headache from sinus congestion I use R.C. (it stands for
respiratory congestion). I place a few drops on my forehead then under my nose.
If I am coughing, I have my husband mix a few drops of R.C.and V-6 oil and rub
my back and chest. I then wrap up in a blanket for 30 to 60 minuets take a nap
and break the congestion or cold I was on the verge of getting. I feel it is
important to take some sleep time so the oils can work better without
interference of being active. I have always gotten better results. R.C. contains
eleven oil which four of them are different eucalyptus oils. I always carry a
bottle in my purse in the fall and winter. A great way to share with people you
come in contact with.
While most of us understand and appreciate the benefits of massage for
humans, it is becoming more widely known that massage can be beneficial for our
dogs as well. Massage is not a luxury item for dogs but an important technique
for improving your dog's well-being. Due to decades of breeding, most dogs are
born
with structural imbalances, particularly in the shoulders, though other areas of
the body like the hips and neck can also be involved. These imbalances occur in
both purebred and mixed-breed dogs and can be difficult for the owner to detect
without special training. Today, it is unusual to find a dog with proper
shoulder angles. Rather, they are typically too straight and this causes
imbalances in the dog's natural movements and activities.
Structural imbalances can cause muscle strain and discomfort as well as joint
damage from normal activities such as walking and running. This discomfort may
not be apparent to us since, unlike humans, dogs typically do not show their
discomfort until the pain becomes severe. Their survival instincts tell them to
“hide their pain” in order not to appear weak to the rest of their “pack”. Dogs
will also keep working through their pain in an effort to please their owners.
For instance, a herding dog may keep working on herding sheep even after its
paws get bloody from overuse.
The damage and pain caused by these structural imbalances may be minimized
through regular massage by a professional canine massage provider. A provider
who is trained to evaluate canine movement and structure can detect areas of
injury or discomfort that are not yet obvious to the owner and then customize
the massage session based on that.
Margaret Auld-Louie of Optimum Choices, LLC offers professional canine massage
sessions. She graduated from the Lang Institute for Canine Massage, LLC in
Loveland, Colorado, where she was trained in analyzing a dog’s movement and
designing an appropriate holistic health maintenance program that includes
massage, exercise and nutrition. She also incorporates Reiki energy balancing
into the session or can offer that in place of massage for dogs who cannot
tolerate massage.
This is a thought-provoking book on the human/animal bond and how
humans' use of dogs to fulfill their unmet emotional needs can
sometimes be to the detriment of the dog. The following review provides
a good description of the book:
From Publishers Weekly Jon Katz...explores the bond between dogs and their owners. Focusing on 12
people-dog relationships in Montclair, N.J., and drawing on current research
into attachment theory, interviews with animal workers and psychiatrists, as
well as conversations with dog owners, Katz offers nuanced portraits of what
happens when humans depend on dogs to satisfy their emotional needs. He contends
that high divorce rates, an unstable workplace and the shrinking extended family
are some of the reasons that people have come to rely on pets instead of one
another during times of crisis. Donna, a divorced woman with terminal cancer,
turns to her Welsh corgi for comfort and as an antidote to loneliness. In a
darker portrait, Katz tells the story of Jamal, a troubled 14-year old and the
owner of a pit bull whom he clearly loves, and yet beats daily. Katz also
describes the laudable work of Betty Jean, who devotes her life to rescuing dogs
from shelters-but who gives little attention to her grown children or
grandchildren. Although Katz, a dog owner himself, appreciates the strong tie
between humans and dogs, he fears that many owners use their pets as support
during hard times, only to discard them later: Kate's German shepherd, for
example, helped her recover from her husband's death, but she gave the dog away
when she remarried. In this well-written and thoughtful account, Katz makes a
convincing case that dog owners must be more self-aware and responsible when
they use their pets as human substitutes.
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is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please
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