While some horse owners choose to blanket their horses all year long, there are also those who never blanket their horses. With cold winter months approaching, riders tend to spend less time in the fields and horses become less active and spend more time in the stalls. So, the question … Continue reading
The recent acceptance of alternative therapies has been spectacular, and offers us therapy options outside of the realm of mainstream medicine. Located below are some unique methods currently being used or investigated in veterinary medicine. Acupressure is the practice of using massage techniques along the same meridian lines as acupuncture … Continue reading
While the first and immediate issues that veterinary emergency clinics need to focus on when a canine presents with vehicular trauma are normally the physical/internal injuries, it is also important to treat the trauma from shock that usually accompanies these injuries. In a case study highlighted in the Journal of … Continue reading
Turmeric is a spice that is commonly used in Asian and Middle Eastern food preparations. It has a bright yellow-orange color and is derived from a plant, called Curcuma longa, which belongs to the ginger family. This spice is made by boiling, drying, and then grinding the rhizomes found in … Continue reading
If you’ve ever had a massage, close your eyes for a second and think back to the last time. If not, let me set the stage for you; soft music, sweet, calming lavender oil filling the air, a soft blanket to lay on, and 30-45 minutes of complete relaxation and … Continue reading
Here are some very basic feeding guidelines for dogs and cats. Always consult your veterinarian if you want to feed specific non-commercial diets. Once you’ve found the right brand of (dry kibble) pet food, rotate through the various flavors or protein sources every three to four months to avoid deficiencies … Continue reading
Among all the various sounds that the domestic house cat makes, the purring cat has epitomized contentment throughout history. Studies show that being around a purring cat can reduce human pulse and blood pressure and induce feelings of calm and well-being, and even people who don’t like cats often like … Continue reading
The cat’s purr is universally recognized and widely enjoyed, even by people who may not care that much for cats themselves. The other common cat vocalizations are also well known, and some of them have entered our language, such as “caterwauling”, which is widely used to describe human singing that … Continue reading
Allergies can wreak havoc on your human body. During certain times of the year or when you are exposed to a particular allergen, your body goes into panic mode – sneezing, watery eyes, itching, and even severe swelling are just a few of the symptoms you can suffer with from … Continue reading
Many of you have heard of the Tellington Touch (or the TTouch) being touted for assisting in training dogs, calming dogs, positively altering their unwanted behaviors, and ultimately improving their emotional and physical health. In Toni Shelbourne’s book, The Truth About Wolves and Dogs, Shelbourne says that she comes across … Continue reading
