The second edition of the original Animal Desk Reference (ADR) written by Holistic Veterinarian Melissa Shelton: This text of 585 pages, is the most accurate reference available regarding the safe use of essential oils with animals - or Veterinary Aromatic Medicine. This text is non-brand specific, and discusses all aspects of safety, science, and veterinary medicine. Melissa Shelton DVM is regarded as the leading expert in the use of essential oils with all animals - insects to elephants. Every animal species is included within this easy to read text; along with details on sourcing, evaluation, chemistry, carrier oils, and descriptions of each single essential oil. Recipes and suggestions for common conditions affecting all species is included, along with safety and monitoring information, as well as the current knowledge regarding feline metabolism, toxicity, and safety with essential oils.
The first edition of The Animal Desk Reference: Essential Oils for Animals was written by Melissa Shelton DVM and focuses on the use of Young Living Essential Oils with animals. The book was completed in 2011, and published in 2012. Never before had there been a book that described the use of essential oils for animals so completely. However, that vast changes in knowledge and recommendations demanded the 2nd edition to come to completion. The ADR covers all animals including dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, small exotics, ferrets, horses, cattle, sheep, goats, even hippos and elephants. The Animal Desk Reference explains the fundamental concepts of using essential oils with animals, as well as recommendations for many health concerns related to each species.