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Get your pooch's less-than-fresh breath ready for Thanksgiving company with an all-natural formula by Kristen Leigh Bell, author of Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals (2002, Findhorn Press). Note: Do not use this concoction on kitty, because essential oils are potentially toxic to cats, whether ingested, applied topically, or even inhaled.

Doggie Fresh Breath Blend

1/2 ounce base oil (the author recommends hazelnut or sweet almond oil)

6 drops essential oil of cardamom

4 drops essential oil of coriander seed

6 drops essential oil of peppermint

Mix ingredients well and place blend in a glass bottle with a dropper top. Dispense 1 to 3 drops inside the dog's mouth. ::Care2

Difficulty level: Easy