Essential oils for treating anxiety
Behavior problems and emotional health issues arising from anxiety can be effectively alleviated with the correct use of essential oils. In the Winter 2015/2016 edition…
Category: Veterinary Care
Integrative treatment for inappropriate urination in cats
It’s not always easy to get inside the mind of a cat, but behavioral clues can help you understand your patients and get to the…
Chinese food therapy for the veterinary clinic
From a TCVM approach, different foods can warm or cool the body, resolve stagnation, increase energy, dissolve Phlegm or drain Damp. “You are what you…
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…
Two approaches to laser therapy in horses
Have you ever treated a horse for a tendon injury, only to run out of treatment options? You’ve tried shoeing changes, a modified exercise program,…
The integrative physical examination
Steps to a complete integrative physical exam, along with tips on communicating with mainstream veterinarians and specialists. The first step in excellent patient care starts…
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…
TCVM treatment of uncontrolled glaucoma in a cat
Glaucoma is uncommon in cats and often difficult to treat. Unlike dogs, cats do not tolerate anti-glaucoma medical treatments well, especially when they are administered…
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…
Extend your reach through partnership
Developing a partnership with a local holistic pet supply store can benefit your practice in several important ways. Did you know your local holistic pet…
TCVM perspective and treatment of equine metabolic syndrome
More than 20% of all horses are at risk of developing Metabolic Syndrome. This article looks at one case successfully treated with alternative therapies. In…
