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…
Category: Veterinary Care
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…
Herbal intervention for thyroid dysfunction
It is important to keep the thyroid properly regulated, because it affects so many metabolic processes in the body. The herbs discussed here are useful…
Study of canine vaccine antibody responses
Canine distemper and parvovirus vaccines are high potency, highly effective biological injections that affect the patient’s immune system. Their judicious use should maximally benefit our…
Choosing the best models for integrative research
Studies structured to meet the expectations of conventional medicine, while conforming to the basic tenets of an individual modality, will encourage a better understanding and…
Allergies and the benefits of serum testing
The best definition of an allergy is: “a classic overreaction by the immune system to an otherwise harmless substance”. Pollen from Bermuda grass, for example,…
Applied kinesiology for horses
Four cases of subtle neuromuscular weakness in horses and how to asses and correct them using kinesiology. Subtle neuromuscular weakness is common in horses. It…
A well-fitting saddle connects horse and rider
“A prerequisite for harmony between horse and rider is the pairing of a healthy, mature horse with a practiced, empathetic, sensitive, and well-trained rider. The…
Integrative hospice
Hospice can improve quality of life for terminal patients, and reassure their owners that they’re doing a good job helping their animals through their last…
Tui-Na: Chinese medical massage
This modality uses massage manipulations to stimulate acupressure points or surface regions of the body, restoring physiological balance and promoting circulation. The earliest documentation of…
Supplements every pet needs
No matter what type of pet food you recommend to your clients, these supplements will complement and improve every diet for every animal. Many doctors…
Vitamin D in dogs and cats
A vitamin D insufficiency is associated with a range of disease states. In recent years, researchers have uncovered new findings about vitamin D in dogs…
