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Chinchillas => Health => Topic started by: almost vegan on February 12, 2012, 03:16:36 PM

Title: Herbs. Lavender and chamomile treat by Oxbow?
Post by: almost vegan on February 12, 2012, 03:16:36 PM

PLEASE REPLY!!! are these two herbs safe to feed chins?

Title: Re: Herbs. Lavender and chamomile treat by Oxbow?
Post by: Lori Ramsey Earle on February 12, 2012, 06:09:01 PM

I know that chamomile is ok, in very small amounts. I've never heard of lavender being used as an addition to a chin's diet. With humans, lavender is mainly used topically(like in lotions) or for scents.
Oxbow's a really reputable company. You could always call and ask them what their research showed that led them to add this to a chinchilla treat.
Lori

Title: Re: Herbs. Lavender and chamomile treat by Oxbow?
Post by: almost vegan on February 12, 2012, 07:27:31 PM

Thank you!

Title: Re: Herbs. Lavender and chamomile treat by Oxbow?
Post by: TokiDokiWartooth on February 18, 2012, 10:26:24 PM

Lavender is used in a lot of teas now...very calming.  I am not sure how their digestive system will respond but I agree with Lori that Oxbow seems to be pretty reputable.

Title: Re: Herbs. Lavender and chamomile treat by Oxbow?
Post by: ABC Chinchillas on February 20, 2012, 04:13:58 PM

I wouldn't give it