Bach Flower Remedies
Bach Flower Remedies have found a place in many integrative practices as a way to shift emotional states to aid recovery, and to help with…
Category: Horses
Undiagnosed Lameness
A common equine injury is to the suspensory ligaments, caused by poor (or incorrect) riding. Classical principles of dressage training and movement are being replaced…
Digestive enzymes
Digestive enzymes can be used for pancreatic and GI issues, but are also beneficial for healthy patients eating heat-processed pet foods. The thousands of enzymes…
The Worm Turns
Equine deworming is going through a transition in the conventional veterinary world. For three decades, it has been done using a six to eight weekly…
Adaptogens for the HPAT axis
A list of 11 adaptogens that have multiple benefits such as fighting stress, balancing hormones and maintain the immune system. Adaptogens help humans and animals…
Facing The Right Way?
With complex physiological issues, veterinarians may recommend treatments to alleviate symptoms. The horse benefits greatly when the health care team works together, combining knowledge to…
Rethinking Equine Vaccinations – Part 1
Horses receive more vaccinations on a more frequent schedule than any other domesticated animal. Based on a protocol of fear, not fact, this practice has…
Equine Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging finds its niche in diagnosing mystery lamenesses, scanning horses at pre-purchase evaluations, aiding farriers with hoof pathology and imbalances, addressing common saddle-fitting problems,…
Sensitive Stomachs and Skin
Hundreds of different ingredients are used in commercial pet foods, so it’s no surprise that some of them are not well received by the animals…
For The Love Of It
It’s 7:30 AM on the small tropical Island of San Andres, Colombia. Myself and 11 other animal health professionals walk towards the government building we…
Understanding environmental medicine
Exposure to toxins, stress, poor diet and other external influences can play a major role in the development of many disease states. Here’s how environmental…
The Case for Curcumin
Interest in naturally occurring substances for medical applications is growing rapidly. One of these substances is curcumin, a major active ingredient found naturally in turmeric.…