Homeopathy for eye disorders
Homeopathy has shown to be useful for treating some of the most common eye disorders and injuries seen in practice today. We say the eyes…
Category: Dogs
Natural solutions for summer bugs
As the hot weather settles in, what are your thoughts on the insect pests that cause disease and irritation in your patients? Do you use…
Can canine cataracts be dissolved or “unfried”?
An in-depth look at cataract formation in dogs, and options for treatment. Cataracts are common in older dogs. This article will look at the process…
Herbs and canine glaucoma
When used as part of an integrative approach, herbs and herbal formulas can help manage glaucoma in dogs. Glaucoma in dogs can be a serious…
Integrative approaches to tracheal problems
How homeopathy and TCVM can help treat kennel cough and collapsing tracheas – and why vaccination doesn’t guarantee protection. Kennel cough and collapsing tracheas were…
Thoracic diseases – integrative treatments
An integrative approach to thoracic diseases includes hyperbaric oxygen therapy and other modalities. Thoracic diseases I commonly encounter in New Zealand include pleural effusions, pneumothorax,…
Using NAET to treat animal allergies
Nambudiprad’s Allergy Elimination Technique (NAET) combines aspects of various modalities, including acupuncture and kinesiology, to identify allergens and resolve allergies in pets. I was introduced…
Lasers in canine physical rehabilitation
Class III and Class IV lasers have important applications in physical rehab for dogs, but proper training in the use of this therapy is essential,…
Integrative and nutritional support for oral health
As veterinary practitioners, it’s important to recognize the value of educating about proactive options that promote better oral health for cats and dogs. It is…
Integrative approach to Cushing’s disease
As Cushing’s becomes more prevalent in veterinary practice, more clients are requesting holistic treatments over merely conventional approaches. Building health from a young age can…
Causes and natural treatment research for type I and type II diabetes
For poorly controlled Type I diabetes, and resistant Type II diabetes, long-term consequences can be ameliorated by a number of natural treatments. Type I and…
Spay-neuter considerations to maximize health
Numerous studies show that traditional spay/neuter surgeries can increase the risk of orthopedic problems, cancer, behavior issues and other conditions. Those of us responsible for…
