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1. What's in Calm Coat?
2. What does it do?
3. What won't it work on?
4. What about side effects?
5. What if Calm Coat doesn't work?
6. What about gnats, noseeums, culicoides?
7. My horse itches only his tail, what
can I do?
8. Cautions
What's in Calm Coat?
We are glad you asked! You should always read the ingredients
and instructions before you buy any product. The
active ingredients are:
LAVENDER: Lavender is one of
the most widely used, safest and most versatile of
all the essential oils. It is known as the NORMALIZING
or balancing oil because it has such a calming, soothing
effect on almost any condition, from headaches to
sleeplessness. In skin treatments, it is widely
regarded as THE oil to use for burns of any
type. It also stops itching almost immediately.
New cell growth is stimulated by the application of
lavender. It also prevents scarring.
EUCALYPTUS: Eucalyptus is known for its ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
properties, almost immediately cooling the skin after
application. It is used extensively for any
type of respiratory condition, and you can often see
it in over-the-counter medications for respiratory
problems.
TEA TREE: The most powerful IMMUNE-STIMULANT
we have in the aromatherapy field. In addition
to WOUND HEALING, it has great promise in suppressing
viral conditions. This oil is one of the reasons Calm
Coat is so effective on "hot spots" for
dogs and healing mange conditions.
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three of these essential oils have antiseptic, antibiotic,
anti-fungal and antiviral properties, which, when used
together have a synergistic effect. Aromatherapy
products work with the body in healing, so you need
only A VERY SMALL AMOUNT to be effective.
Few essential oils are used "neat", or
undiluted. They are added to a carrier oil.
We chose canola oil, just like the quality you cook
with, so if you see your dog or cat lick it off, they
will be fine. However, if you are using Calm Coat
correctly there should be very little on the animal's
coat.
Remember to always spot test for sensitivity. Put
a few drops in a small area and check in a few hours.
Do not mix products. When in doubt always consult
with your veterinarian.
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What does it do?
Actually, we get calls every week with a new application
for Calm Coat, but we created it specifically to help
horses:
* Stops Itching
* Speeds Healing
* Speeds Hair Regrowth
* Heals Hot Spots
* Soothes Irritations from Insect
Calm Coat generally helps almost any
skin condition!
There are many products available but
we wanted something that was all natural, multi-purpose,
cost-effective, and something that animals liked.
We also felt it important for Calm Coat to accomplish
several things at once. Skin irritations are typically
cyclical - meaning the irritation starts with a wound
or condition, which creates an odor which then attracts
insects, which aggravates the skin causing more itching,
which exacerbates the wound. Calm Coat works on
everything at once so the problem doesn't keep repeating
itself.
After the skin has healed, most people
continue to use Calm Coat preventatively. It is
easy to put in a spray bottle and mist on as needed.
In Florida, where it rains daily in the summer, we use
it for fungus and rain rot. Calm Coat is essentially
an all-around first aid lotion that soothes and heals
almost any skin irritation in horses. Calm Coat is most
effective on the mane and tail, on the face, in the
ears, on the girth area, and on thin thoroughbred legs
that have been insect-bitten. Remember, you only need
a little bit to be effective.
On dogs, cats, bunnies, and goats it
is great for hot spots and itchy ears. Just remember
you only need a few drops to cover a 3" square
area. Be sure to let the lotion to absorb into
the skin. Once you apply Calm Coat, it begins
working immediately. More is not better in aromatherapy
products!
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What won't it work on?
We haven't had every condition here at the Ranch, but
on any condition that requires a MOISTURIZING agent
for healing, it has been effective.
Calm Coat can patch up almost any skin
condition, but it will not solve systemic allergy problems.
Most animals have a LOCAL reaction to insect bites,
or rubbing, but some animals have an overall, or SYSTEMIC
reaction. For a systemic problem, you must also
treat systemically. When your horse rubs himself
raw and you apply products daily and nothing works,
chances are you have a systemic reaction. Animals are
not like kids that sometimes outgrow allergies.
Our experience at Last Chance Ranch is that they only
get worse. Calm Coat can help soothe the symptoms
of an allergic reaction, but it cannot treat the underlying
cause of the reaction. If your horse has a systemic/allergic
reaction to any situation, please consult your veterinarian.
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What about side effects?
We worked very hard to develop a natural product without
side effects, however, there may be an occasional unusual
reaction. If you follow the instructions - apply
lightly on the first application - then sparingly thereafter,
you should have no problems. Also, be sure
to spot test for sensitivity first. Put a few drops
on a small area and check it in a few hours to see if
your animal is having any problems. A few drops
will cover a 3" square area.
The only problem we know of is when Calm
Coat is over-applied. Some folks use much more than
the recommended application. Oversaturation does not
allow the skin to breathe, which is necessary for healing.
Eventually, scurfing, or peeling will occur.
There may be cases when a small amount
of product is applied and you see a little peeling with
healthy skin emerging underneath. This is fine. Think
of the irritated skin before Calm Coat as similar to
sunburned skin. Once the skin has been damaged
(as from a wound or rubbing), it cannot be repaired.
That damaged skin, like sunburned skin, needs to come
off. When you see peeling, check the skin underneath
to see if it is healthy and pink. If it is, Calm
Coat is working. At this point, you can apply even less
of the product for future applications.
To see how little you need, take ONE
DROP of Calm Coat and rub it into the back of your hand.
ONE DROP will cover the entire back of your hand.
When used correctly, Calm Coat is very cost effective!
Always use less, rather than more.
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What if Calm Coat doesn't work?
We offer a 100% money back guarantee at any time, for
any reason. If you have any problems, you can
call us directly at 1-888-396-0004. We
don't want Calm Coat to just work, we want it to work
GREAT!
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What about gnats, noseeums, culicoides?
Calm Coat has a great track record in helping with irritations
from these insects; especially if the horse is itching
on mane, tail, face and girth areas.
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My horse itches only his tail, what
can I do?
If Calm Coat doesn't work in a week, make sure his sheath
or her under parts are clean. This is important.
If you don't know how to keep these areas clean, please
consult your veterinarian. It is important to have a
thorough and regular hygiene program for your horse.
We suggest that once you've determined that sheath /
under parts are clean, wash the anal area using just
a small amount of liquid soap - such as IVORY.
Then, apply a small tube of triple antibiotic cream
over the entire area under the tail. Sometimes
horses get itchy there, or accidentally scratch the
area while rubbing the tail. As with any first
aid treatment, if you are not experienced in treating
your horse or your pet, please consult your veterinarian.
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CAUTIONS
Calm Coat is not a substitute for veterinary care.
If you have any question about the diagnosis or severity
of the problem or appropriate treatment, please contact
your veterinarian. If he or she has a question
about Calm Coat, the product inventor will be happy
to speak with them or send a free sample.
Our goal at Last Chance Ranch is to be
truly helpful to you and your pet. Please remember however,
that individual animals may respond differently.
Always spot test for sensitivity.
DO NOT MIX PRODUCTS. Many
horses are allergic to citronella - check the ingredients
and instructions of other products you may be using
in addition to Calm Coat.
If you still have questions questions
about Calm Coat, Calm Eyes, or Wonder Wrap, please feel
free to call us toll free at 1-888-396-0004.
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