Evaluation of the effect of topical application of lavender oil on autonomic nerve activity in dogs

Komiya M, Sugiyama A, Tanabe K, Uchino T, Takeuchi T American Journal Veterinary Research, 2009 ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of topical application of undiluted lavender oil on sympathovagal activity in dogs. ANIMALS: 5 healthy adult male Beagles. PROCEDURES: An ambulatory ECG monitor (Holter recorder) was placed on each dog (day0), and 48-hour ECGs… Read more »