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
While there are thousands of studies on humans and homeopathic treatments and remedies for arthritis, there is a shortage of scientific studies on horses and treating and remedying arthritis with holistic medicine. Fortunately, there is still an abundance of information from individual sources that discuss different holistic choices horse owners can … Continue reading
Before alternative therapies started becoming popular, back problems in horses were issues that caused anxiety for horse owners and veterinarians alike. There were very limited treatment options available for back problems in horses, therefore these issues usually deteriorated and became the source of poor performance. Now, manipulative therapy is being … Continue reading
Valerian, or Valerian officinalis, is a flowering plant which grows approximately 4 feet tall and, during the summer, blooms fragrant flowers in various shades of white and pink. While its flowers are beautiful, the medicinal value of the plant lies in its roots. For humans, the dried root of valerian … Continue reading
There’s plenty of debate about whether pets should be vaccinated at all, especially after they’re 1-2 years old. We still vaccinate dogs and cats throughout their lifespan, and we use 3 year vaccines whenever possible. However, in cats we use vaccines that are only labeled for one year, and there’s … 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
You have probably heard about people turning to diets rich in antioxidants to boost their immune systems and help them prevent age-related degenerative diseases. These substances can be found in various types of teas, fruits, dark chocolate, and even red wine. What you may not know, however, is that veterinarians … Continue reading
Lyme disease is a complicated disease in all species that it effects, and horses are no different. The general consensus is that if homeopathy is used to treat Lyme disease, it must be administered on a continual basis. Because equine Lyme disease is rare, there are no vaccinations as of … Continue reading
Dogs and cats feel pain for a number of reasons, just like humans. Pain can be caused by many acute and chronic conditions, as well as by injury. Fortunately for us, we can ask for help and often treat ourselves when we are hurting. The sad fact about pain in canines is … Continue reading
Up until just recently, when a man’s best friend is diagnosed with cancer, such as hemangiosarcoma, even if the dog received chemotherapy treatment, the prognosis was extremely guarded for living a long, full life. Hemangiosarcoma is relatively common in dogs and one of the most mystifying and exigent diseases of … Continue reading
