Bach Flower Remedies

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"The original Bach Flower Remedies is a safe and natural method of healing discovered by Dr. Bach from 1920 – 1930’s in England. They gently restore the balance between mind and body by casting out negative emotions such as fear, worry, hatred and indecision which interfere with the equilibrium of the being as a whole. The Bach Flower Remedies allow peace and happiness to return to the sufferer so that the body is free to heal itself. The Bach Flower Remedies are made from wild flowers and are safe for the whole family including pets."

YOU MUST DILUTE THESE REMEDIES FOR BIRDS!

The remedies are preserved in grape based brandy and are gluten free. As per Clinical Avian Medicine, Vol. 1 (Harrison-Lightfoot), because of the alcohol, these remedies should be diluted in spring water before they are administered to birds at the rate of 10-12 drops per ounce of water. If you are making enough to store add 1 t. apple cider vinegar to this dilution and/or keep it refrigerated.

As per Holistic Care For Birds (McCluggage, DVM-Higdon), the quantity of each dose is not important for effectiveness so, swallowing one diluted drop is roughly the same as drinking the entire bottle. Although quantity does not matter, how often you dose your bird does. For long standing problems, if the problem is not acute, dose your bird 2-3 times daily. During acute times of stress or when problems are severe, dose every hour or even every few minutes in the most extreme cases. You can add it to their water bottle, spray it on their food or administer directly in the bird's mouth.

I highly recommend READING about the intent and use of Bach Flower Remedies AND making a treatment plan for yourself so that you fully understand and experience how they work. This will assist your effectiveness in treating your bird. It is important to be patient, persistent, consistent and objective. Bach Flower Remedies work on the mental and emotional aspects of the bird. Improvement can often be seen quickly or it can take time. The fewer you use, the more focused the effect. Develop a treatment strategy using no more than 3-6 flowers. Work with the most important issue first. You can address other issues, if needed, in the future.

A note on PROJECTION & MIRRORING: You want to be very careful to be OBJECTIVE in your observation and conclusions with your bird as you would be with any living being you are caring for. You do NOT want to project your own personality, characteristics, feelings, thoughts, and moods onto them. Doing so would obscure the true nature of the bird's behavior and cause a misdirected Bach Flower Remedy plan. Be self-aware and reflective. It is possible that the bird is mirroring your own behaviors, in some way, depending upon the issues. This would suggest you may benefit from a similar Bach plan.

I have attempted to include high level information. This is in NO way complete or enough information for your decision making.

THIS IS NOT A SHORT-CUT TO TREATING ANYTHING WITH YOUR BIRD. YOU MUST HAVE DIET AND ENRICHMENT ON POINT. YOU MUST TAKE PROPER VETERINARIAN CARE!!! THERE ARE *** NO SHORT-CUTS WITH BIRDS ***

INDICATION	BACH REMEDY	OUTCOME
Vague or unaccountable fears. Appearing agitated for no apparent reason	Aspen	Provides a sense of security and fearlessness so they may face challenges and difficulties more easily
Intolerance toward animals, people, events and situations	Beech	More tolerant of other animals and people
A loss of self-control, violently scratching itself	Cherry Plum	A self-controlled animal
Repeated unsuccessful behavior patterns, doesn't learn from past mistakes	Chestnut Bud	Allows the animal to learn from experience so it can move on in life and not repeat the same mistakes
Possessive in nature, very territorial. Manipulatively loving to keep control	Chicory	A more unselfish, self-assured, loving animal
No apparent interest in the world around them: animals who sleep all the time, have trouble paying attention, or seem to live more in a dream than in the present	Clematis	Enables the animal to develop a more lively interest in the world around them and enjoy and participate in life
Obsessive cleanliness, fastidiousness; excessive grooming. Pets with rashes	Crab Apple	An animal that is more relaxed, accepting itself and its imperfections. It has a cleansing effect.
Overwhelmed by a sense of responsibility from a temporary circumstance: abandoning their litter	Elm	Restores confidence, positive outlook and coping capabilities in the animal
Despondency due to a setback; eg; not going for a walk as usual creates lethargy and sadness	Gentian	Restores optimism (May also need Honeysuckle)
Overly concerned with companionship. Constant barking	Heather	A pet that does not need to be the center of attention
Jealousy of other animals or a new baby in the home. Angry growling, hissing, barking, snapping or unprovoked attacks	Holly	An animal that is more compassionate and willing to share with other animals
Homesickness or over-attachment to the past. Loss of owner or home	Honeysuckle	Animals become self-assured, adjust to its new home or environment. (May also need Walnut)
Lethargy or lack of enthusiasm to go anywhere, but once engaged in an activity or game is fully involved	Hornbeam	Restores vitality, enthusiasm, and spontaneity. (May also need Wild Rose)
Impatient and seeming to have boundless energy; can't wait to go for a walk or rushes ahead	Impatiens	Animals become more patient
Lack of self-confidence or avoiding situations where they have to perform	Larch	Boosts self-esteem, confidence and determination
For fears; afraid of lightening, visits to the vet. May shake or shiver when confronted. Shy and timid animals	Mimulus	Animals become more confident and courageous, can enjoy life without fear
Exhaustion, fatigue due to overwork: for working animals or those involved in racing, competitive events or shows	Olive	A restoration of strength and vitality. (Always ensure proper nutrition as well)
Terror, panic-stricken: body trembling, cowers or runs away	Rock Rose	Restores courage and calmness
Animals who can't make up their mind; any swinging behavior pattern (eats/doesn't, sleeps a lot/no sleep)	Scleranthus	Results in a more decisive and balanced animal
Abused, mistreated in the past. Trauma or shock	Star of Bethlehem	Neutralizes the effects of shock or trauma
Enthusiastic, always want to be involved, high strung	Vervain	Assists animals to be more calm and able to relax
Authoritative, dominant even over their owners	Vine	Allows animal to be determined not domineering
For any period of change	Walnut	Helps the animal ease into its new surroundings or situation
Unfriendly, stand-offish: do not invite or welcome cuddles, petting or obvious affection	Water Violet	Produces a compassionable and sociable animal
Loss of sense of direction or purpose; especially good for working or show animals who are being retired	Wild Oat	Restores ambition and sense of purpose for the animal (may also need Walnut)
Lack of energy, enthusiasm: submissive and disinterested	Wild Rose	Creates a lively interest in life
Stressful situations: visits to the vet, being left alone, adapting to new surroundings. Fear of loud noises, such as firework and thunder. Excessive barking or hissing	Rescue Remedy®	Immediate calming effect

All 38 Bach Flower Remedies are categorized into one of these 7 groups: