Benefits for animal:
Carnelian can be used for lack of mental focus, listlessness, lack of energy both in mind and body, and then inability to concentrate the mind and maintain attention on something. Its healing properties go beyond training issues, making it worth considering for any kind of state where an animal appears to has lost its enthusiasm for life.
Carnelian also boosts the appetite, which is an important benefit, as so many sick animals loose interest in food, thus not getting enough nutrients to heal.
Sometimes depression and lethargy are not symptoms of disease, but sings of an animal loosing its vital spark as it ages. Older animals, especially dogs, can become more fearful and lacking in confidence as they age. They isolate themselves and become reluctant to leave their home, as they feel more protected
in their own environment. In this case they fail to get the exercise they need, and this can contribute to their failing health. Carnelian is especially useful for reversing this cycle, and will help to stimulate their mental and physical aspects. This will encourage more interest in play, exercise being outdoors , food and life in general.
 
Healing qualities: Boosts confidence and energy, enhances the sense of touch, helps mental focus and concentration, improves appetite, increases the will to live, maintains the vital force during illness, stimulates the mental and physical aspects of older animals.
 
Indications for use:
depression
fading life energy
lack of focus
low confidence
low energy
poor appetite
sad elderly animals
training problems
weakness during illness
 
Benefits for owner:
Carnelian grounds and anchors you in the present reality. It is a stabilizing stone with high energy, it is excellent for restoring vitality, motivation and for stimulating creativity. Psycologically, Carnelian gives and acceptance of the cycle of life and removes fear of death. It gives courage, promotes positive life choices, dispels apathy and aims for succes in business and other matters. Carnelian is useful for overcoming abuse of any kind. This stone helps you to trust yourself and your perceptions, it gets to the bottom of what makes you tick, overcomes negative conditioning and encourages steadfastness. 
Mentally, Carnelian improves analytic abilities and clarifies perception. It sharpens concentration and dispels mental lethargy. Emotionally, this stone is a powerful protector against envy, rage and resentment. It calms anger and banishes emotional negativity, replacing it with a love of life.