ABCs of Essential Oil Use – the letter D

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D is for Dogs

Terra Shield helps dogs with itchy fleas and mean ticks. Just place drops along the inside of their collar every 2 weeks or so. Mist the dog’s coat with Terra Shield mixed with water.

Our family uses it in our mosquito spray.  No more yucky chemicals in this household!  This homemade bug spray is perfect for you and the dog.

Terra Shield come in oil form & spray form so it’s easy to carry in your purse or backpack.

Terrashield

This safe natural alternative has to be applied more often, but it works well and is safe and natural!

The dangers of DEET:

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2015/05/25/natural-insect-repellents.aspx

Here is the bug spray we use at home. It smells amazing!

Homemade bug spray:

10 drops thyme, 10 drops geranium, 10 drops lavender, 10 drops melaleuca,

15 drops Terra Shield, 15 drops peppermint, 15 drops lemongrass, 15 drops cedarwood

Place all in a glass 4 oz. spray bottle and fill with water. Shake and spray!

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