Reader asked: I read that surgery was not always necessary for a stretched or torn cruciate ligament. What are other options? Is there a holistic vet anywhere near Memphis, Tn.? Answer: Most dogs and cats can completely heal without surgery unless the ligaments are entirely torn, and sometimes they can still recover from that. From a holistic perspective, [...]
Tick season is upon us. My cat has had a few ticks on his ear flaps, so I started using rose geranium oil on him. Though he does not like it when I rub a small amount of undiluted oil on his neck and ears, he seems fine after a few minutes and it repels [...]
From Pet Pav's newsletter has a good basic article on introducing children and pets, as well as thinking out which breeds to get, by Dr. Dwight Alleyne. I would, of course, add a large number of holistic support systems that he does not cover, such as: have all family members, even children, learn Tellington T-Touch(classes, books, videos) and [...]
I am speaking today at the Silky Terrier Nationals in Northern Virginia. Areas of concern that people requested I speak about were: SKIN - to understand more about skin issues and soothing treatments. Paw licking eye drainage Warts BEHAVIOR - read the flower essence article Guarding food eating feces Separation anxiety Fears Barking Anxiety around [...]
the following is a great article that Tricia asked to be shared with everyone as she is passionate about helping critters get along. I also recommend reading Anitra Frazier's book, The Natural Cat, as she goes into great detail for new cats. I do disagree with Tricia on one thing - it is fine for [...]
Hello Dr. Chambreau. I found a former post that said we could make our own Phytomucil. This product has saved my 1.5 year old Boxer baby. Before giving her Phytomucil it was almost impossible to get her to eat, she had severe regurgitation issues, and loose stools. Now she loves her food and poops just [...]
Happy Birthday Maddy Moose! Thriving Health for Aging Dogs Ana hosts wonderful live interviews each Wednesday. When she realized her Great Dane, Maddy, was turning 12, she thought of having me on her show, so listen in! We will talk about practical issues for older dogs as well as the spiritual aspect of living [...]
Sorry, I missed this one in November. Good morning Christina,we stay in Mosselbay in SA. I'd like to ask you something? My daughter and friend going to st francisbay for the week and on te way the Yorkie of her have a very sore ear and cannot tatch the ear,the yorkie is restless,don't want to [...]
You probably don't remember me, but I took one of your classes in Texas a number of years ago [ME: this was a great class in Navasota, Tx - 6 day introduction to homeopathy hosted by the Mountain Dream Alpaca Farm]. I was wondering if you had any suggestions for treating eyesight issues in older [...]
Finally, a dream come true for Kevyn Matthews, the Dog Chef. with a lot of sweat and tears, he has opened The Dog Chef Cafe at 1916 Fleet Street. there will be an open house sponsored by the Animal Reiki Alliance and Yoshimasa Refrigeration..... ON SATURDAY, JULY 19 from 5-10 PM. This would be a great end [...]