Essential oils can be toxic to dogs, or they can be bad for dogs, so always look for symptoms of eucalyptus poisoning like vomiting, lethargy, loss of appetite, diarrhea, dilated eyes, etc. Avoid ingesting eucalyptus oil. Ingesting eucalyptus oil may not be safe for use.
How safe are these essential oils for our pets? Many essential oils, such as eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, cinnamon, citrus, peppermint, pine, wintergreen, and ylang ylang are straight up toxic to pets. These are toxic whether they are applied to the skin, used in diffusers or licked up in the case of a spill.
Whether applied topically or in oil diffusers, Eucalyptus oil irritates dogs, and you should avoid it.
It is also a neurotoxin and can cause neurological symptoms as well, such as depression, confusion, and seizures. If your dog has ingested any part of the eucalyptus plant or a product containing eucalyptus oil it is important to contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.
The ASPCA lists eucalyptus as a toxic plant to dogs and the Blue Cross agrees, listing it as “very poisonous to dogs” due to the eucalyptol the plants contain. Dogs are not allergic to eucalyptus oil, but eucalyptol may still be toxic due to liver or kidney damage (13, 14).
Many essential oils, such as eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, cinnamon, citrus, pennyroyal, peppermint, pine, sweet birch, wintergreen, and ylang ylang are toxic to pets. These are toxic whether they are applied to the skin OR used in diffusers.
Eucalyptus oil is used in aromatherapy to treat breathing problems (4). The smell of eucalyptus can be very overwhelming for dogs in both positive and negative ways.
Many liquid potpourri products and essential oils, including oil of cinnamon, citrus, pennyroyal, peppermint, pine, sweet birch, tea tree (melaleuca), wintergreen, and ylang ylang, are poisonous to dogs.
But it is likely unsafe for children to take eucalyptus oil by mouth, apply it to the skin, or inhale it. There are reports of seizures and other nervous system side effects in infants and children who were exposed to eucalyptus oil.
There aren't any major health risks of hanging eucalyptus in the shower, says Patterson. Since eucalyptus is toxic to cats and dogs, though, you'll want to avoid the shower plant if you have pets at home.
It's best to avoid diffusing essential oils around dogs and cats. In addition to inhalation exposure to potentially toxic essential oils, microdroplets of oils could collect on your pet's fur. This exposure could lead to dermal absorption or eventual ingestion once your pet grooms or licks itself.
Some oils, like tea tree oil, peppermint oil, and eucalyptus oil, can cause serious health issues in dogs such as vomiting, diarrhoea, and even liver failure if ingested. Burning candles or using diffusers can also release fumes that can be harmful to a dog's respiratory system if they are inhaled in large quantities.
Key takeaway. Peppermint oil is toxic to dogs and can cause mild to severe symptoms, including diarrhea, vomiting, weakness, and even lethargy.
The smell of Vicks is a strong smell coming from the use of camphor, menthol, and eucalyptus oil. All these chemicals and oils are toxic to dogs. Vicks is used for treating nasal congestion and other ailments in humans. It is not a medication recommended for dogs due to the toxicity attributed to the core ingredients.
It's best to avoid diffusing essential oils around dogs and cats. In addition to inhalation exposure to potentially toxic essential oils, microdroplets of oils could collect on your pet's fur. This exposure could lead to dermal absorption or eventual ingestion once your pet grooms or licks itself.
The side effects of inhaling eucalyptus oil can be asthma attacks and fever. It is absorbed rapidly and may show neurotoxicity effects. If you swallow even as little as half a teaspoon, you may experience dizziness, suffocation, delirium, rapid heartbeat and burning in the throat and mouth.
[3] The toxic symptoms are rapid in onset, which include a burning sensation in the mouth and throat, abdominal pain, and spontaneous vomiting. [1,2] The initial central nervous system (CNS) effects are giddiness, ataxia, and disorientation followed by loss of consciousness occurring in 10–15 min.
Eucalyptus oil helps loosen phlegm, so many people breathe in eucalyptus steam to help treat bronchitis, coughs, and the flu.
Inhalation of essential oils is a problem for dogs and other pets. Some of these oils are irritants to the lungs and inhalation can also lead to systemic effects of toxicity in some cases. If a dog gets oil in their airway, this can also cause serious irritation and disease to the lungs.
Symptoms of Essential Oil Poisoning in Dogs
Symptoms of essential oil poisoning, according to the VCA, include breath smelling like the fragrance, difficulty breathing or walking, lethargy, muscle tremors, pawing at the mouth and face, redness around the mouth, and vomiting.
In their concentrated form (100%), essential oils can absolutely be a danger for pets. Dogs and cats who have either walked through oils, gotten some on their coat or had oils placed directly on them can develop health concerns. Symptoms include: Unsteadiness on the feet.
For dogs, citrus scents are the enemy. Citrus scents like lemon, lime, oranges, and grapefruit–especially in high concentrations often found in household cleaners or essential oils–can cause irritation to your pup's respiratory tract, so keep any fresh citrus fruits out of your dog's reach. You know–just in case.
A great deterrent for not only mice but insects to. They don't like the smell! You do need to do it regularly as Eucalyptus Oil does evaporate over time. Mice are generally looking for food or a place to nest, so make sure you don't have anything in your garage or home to tempt them.
Eucalyptus
Keep dried flower arrangements containing eucalyptus away from dogs and pets in general. Eucalyptus includes an essential oil called eucalyptol that can cause stomach upset and harm the nervous system of dogs and other pets.