06/10/2022
When animals speak, I listen …
I really dislike it when my dog starts scratching himself or biting his feet because of the itching caused by dry skin and allergies.
Then I discovered that Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids aka essential oils help overcome these issues. I found Camelina oil to contain these fatty acids and the Omega 9 fatty acid as well.
I have three horses, one mule, and two dogs. All my animals with exception to the mule are on Camelina oil.
I started my horses on the Camelina oil, in an effort to counteract inflammation. My horses are 26 years old. One has ringbone and another experienced hoof problems when we moved to New Mexico.
The horses have responded well are more relaxed since the addition of the oil to their food. They have been on the Camelina oil for about a year now.
I adopted the mini horse in August of 2020. I thought she was part “curly” as her coat was a bit wiry and curly. After being on the oil for about a year this past spring she shed out slick coated.
My mare who was having problems with her front feet has nice thick soles now and can still be barefoot. The mustang has the ringbone, and the oil helps with the inflammation associated with his diagnosis.
All three of the horses have beautiful shiny coats, manes and tails.
I decided to use the Camelina oil for the dogs to see if it would help minimize their shedding.
Both dogs would scratch, bite their feet and my 5-year-old Labrador had started scratching an ear. With that scratching usually comes ear infections.
Adding the Camelina oil to his food has stopped the itching, he was no longer is biting his feet, and his shedding became noticeably less.
My Boxer cross’ tummy would turn red when he spent time outdoors. I can honestly say neither dog scratches their body or ears, bite their feet, and the redness of Jeremy’s skin has completely ceased to occur. All of this I attribute to the Camelina oil.
Camelina oil comes from the oilseed Camelina sativa. Camelina sativa is native to Europe and grows well in cold and arid climates. It can also be found in Asia and in some places throughout North America, Slovenia, and Italy. Camelina, known as, gold-of-pleasure, or false flax, has been used in natural medicine for years.
Overlooked until recently for dietary use, Camelina sativa has many benefits for animals and humans alike.
Researchers became interested in Camelina because of its high level (up to 45%) of omega-3 fatty-acids. It is uncommon to have this level of omega-3 fatty-acids in plant based sources. Mainly comprised of polyunsaturated fats, cold pressed Camelina oil helps provide structure to cell membranes.
This helps improve exercise stamina, lower heart rate, increase s***m production, improve immune response, and help with responsiveness to insulin.
Lastly, Camelina oil contains vitamin E in two forms, alpha and gamma tocopherol. These compounds protect the oil from oxidation and rancidity, which makes its shelf life stretch to over 18 months. Together with omega properties, vitamin E helps improve skin conditions and prevent free radical damage.
Comprised of omega-3, omega-6 and omega-9 fatty acids, Camelina oil holds the necessary components for a healthy diet. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty-acids are known as “essential oils” because they are only acquired through diet. Meanwhile, omega-9 fatty-acids are produced naturally by the body.
What are the benefits of camellia oil?
1 Camellia oil is good for the Brain, Eyes and Nerves. 2 Antioxidants contained in the camelina oil help protect the hair from damage. 3 It is good for stomach ulcers, burns, wounds and eye inflammation. 4 It may help to repair damaged cells and is a popular choice for us in anti-aging creams, serums and balms.
Camelina oil has certain therapeutic and healing properties. 1. Antioxidant – Camelina oil is a strong antioxidant because of the high Vitamin E content. 2. Emollient – It moisturizes the skin. 3. Anti-Inflammatory – It strongly inhibits inflammation both topically and when used internally. 4. Anti-arthritic – Because of its high omega – 3 oil content,
Feel free to Google Camelina oil to read additional information and the research.
Where do you buy Camelina oil? Google “buy Camelina oil” you will find many suppliers selling the oil. You can buy it in a gallon size or smaller depending on your need.
My dogs weigh 55 and 80 lbs. I give them 3/4 to one teaspoon of the oil daily. My horses get one ounce daily.