Flower Essences for My Dog
Flower Essences, along with lots of love, patience, and some basic training, helped my dog Leo become more confident, outgoing, and calm. We adopted him when he was 1 year old from an animal shelter in MA. Things started off a bit rocky, which is to be expected when bringing a new animal into the home. He had a fear of other dogs; he would growl at us if we ever moved him off of something, and he had accidents in the house. There was a point where we questioned if we made the right decision in getting a dog. That’s when my husband and I started doing some research and decided to invest in a trainer as well as a species-appropriate diet and flower essences for Leo.
So let’s zoom in on the flower essences. I adore the Bach flower remedies because they have animal indications that are pretty spot on. After choosing an essence for Leo, I would put one drop on his head or back daily for 1-2 months. With every change in flower essence, I would hold a mini celebration for him to celebrate new milestones in his behavior and emotional maturity.
The way flower essences work is pretty neat. When matched appropriately, the flower essence will gently transform an emotional state over time. They are not quick fixes, but do yield lasting results. Some of the essences Leo has used include “Be in Control,” Star of Bethlehem, and Beech.
At this point, we’ve had Leo for a year and a half. He couldn't care less about other dogs being around him in the park. He lets us pick him up and love on him. He rarely has an accident in the house. And he’s one of the most loving and social dogs I’ve ever met. I continue to keep him on a rotation of flower essences every 4-6 weeks. I, along with my dog, also take flower essences daily. We are on this road together. Every morning, he gets a drop on his fur, and I get a drop in my morning cup of tea. This is one of a few daily rituals that I maintain with my dog that make our days together that much sweeter.
