TCVM for RAO in horses
Learn how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can effectively treat recurrent airway obstruction in equines. Recurrent airway obstruction (RAO) is one of the most common…
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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,…
Extruded horse feeds pros and cons
Though they’re not for every horse, extruded feeds offer important benefits in some circumstances. My first experience with extruded horse feed occurred in the early…
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…
Building resilience and preventing burnout with coherence strategies
Feeling jaded? Worried you can’t cope? This article focuses on coherence strategies to help you enjoy your practice without experiencing burnout. What with compassion fatigue,…
Managing an integrative veterinary practice
In order to have a successful and prosperous practice, you must have a well-educated staff and clientele, and a management style that keeps everyone happy…
Integrative treatment of Equine Endocrine Disease — 4 case examples
These four case studies show successful treatment of endocrine disease with homeopathy and veterinary spinal manipulation (“chiropractic”). In horses, the main endocrine diseases are Cushing’s…
Noni fruit – food for health
Noni has great potential for the treatment and possible prevention of many degenerative diseases in pets. For centuries, the Noni fruit has been used across…
