These include essential oils, highly nutritional plant powders, herbal macerates (oil-based extracts) and hydrosols. Using their powerful sense of smell, the animal determines which items they wish to interact with, and based on my deep understanding of the animals responses, I facilitate their use—whether through inhalation, ingestion, or topical application.

Many pet owners try to give their animals what they believe is best, but even natural supplements may not meet the animal’s specific needs at the right time. Applied zoopharmacognosy demonstates to us how, given the choice – animals naturally seek out only a few botanicals at a time, in specific amounts, depending on what they need in that moment. Pre-mixed blends that aim to be a “catch-all” solution are often ineffective or wasteful, and may not provide what the animal truly requires.

A typical session lasts around two hours and usually begins with offering plant-based nutrients, helping to identify which issue the animal wants to address first. From there, I introduce a selection of essential oils and hydrosols that may support healing in areas such as pain relief, digestive health, nutritional deficiencies, parasite control, inflammation, or emotional recovery from past trauma. The animal’s choices guide the session, allowing them to intuitively select what they need to support their own well-being.

Although zoopharmacognosy can be applied to a wide range of animals, I specialise in working with dogs. I’ve supported many owners who were new to this approach and often amazed by the results—sometimes seeing noticeable changes after just one session.

I offer in-person consultations in St Leonards-on-Sea and surrounding areas (within a 25-mile radius), as well as online sessions.