Communication: the key to implementing massage therapy treatment
How communication between veterinarians and a canine (and feline) massage therapist (CCMT or CFMT) can ensure a safe treatment plan for your clients. Massage therapy…
Category: Cats
Acupuncture and analgesia in veterinary medicine
An exploration of how acupuncture to achieve analgesia, an ancient modality, is used to treat a variety of pain levels in animal patients. Acupuncture is…
Top 4 herbs for your pet’s dental health
Bad teeth, red gums and smelly breath…periodontal disease affects at least half of all dogs and cats. These herbs (along with kelp!) can provide symptomatic…
Add animal bodywork services to your veterinary practice
Generate more income into your practice by offering animal bodywork services! More and more animal owners are seeking non-invasive, drug-free treatments for their dogs and…
What genetic testing can tell you about your dog or cat
Is your pet prone to developing certain health problems? Genetic testing can help you find out. Depending on your dog or cat’s breed, or mix…
Feeding the indoor cat for health and longevity
As obligate carnivores, feline physiology explains why the diets of indoor cats need to model those of their wilder relatives. As obligate carnivores, cats require…
How to support clients grieving the loss of a pet
With the growing popularity of pet memorial services, veterinarians have a variety of ways to offer support to clients who are grieving the loss of…
Home appliances and your animal – how to keep him safe
To your dog or cat, especially if he’s a youngster, home appliances aren’t just household items – they’re interesting objects to explore, climb, play with…
4 integrative technological approaches to pain
From low-level light therapy to hyperbaric oxygen therapy, technological advances in pain management for animal patients are a boon to veterinary practice. Today’s veterinary technology…
Goat milk – why it’s so good for your dog or cat
Easier to digest than cow’s milk, and packed with unique nutritional benefits, goat milk makes a healthy addition to your animal companion’s diet. Does your…
Should I call the vet?
How to determine when your dog or cat needs to see a vet right away, and when it’s okay to “wait and see”. Your dog…
Cryosurgery in the veterinary practice
Innovative advances in cryosurgery offer safe and effective treatment options with unlimited potential in the hands of the veterinarian. Canine and feline dermatologic problems make…
