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| An acupuncturist who practices Traditional Chinese Medicine will try to view a canine patient’s problem from the perspective of physical, mental and emotional components. Unlike a Western veterinarian, the acupuncturist will try to understand the dog’s problem in its total situation, examining all surrounding elements and influences. >> more |
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| Flower essences can be used to treat a wide range of emotional and mental imbalances and dogs usually respond well to this treatment. Depression, anxiety, grief, aggression, dominance, stress and separation anxiety have all been successfully treated with different flower essences.... >> more |
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| Although similar to humans in many ways, there are foods that we tolerate well that are actually toxic to dogs so care must be taken to avoid certain ingredients... >> more |
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| Much like humans, dogs tend to gain a little weight as they age, after having pups, during the colder winter months, and when life becomes too hectic to fit in even a short exercise session each day... >> more |
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| Holistic medicine and holistic supplements for dogs is not a new concept and yet many people still believe that western veterinary medicine holds all the answers to a happy and healthy pet. This is a misconception. Many alternative medicines work just as well if not better then typical, contemporary care, because they do not interfere with other bodily functions yet supplement the animal’s own ability to heal itself... >> more |
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| Healthy dogs are happy dogs and what is the best way to keep your dog healthy? Feed them the best food you can afford, maintain their ideal body weight and condition and know how to recognize common dog health problems before they shift from being a ‘problem’ to being a ‘disaster’... >> more |
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| Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine – both toxic to our canine friends. Theobromine is found in the cacao plant as well as the coffee bean, tea plant, the cola nut, and guarana and acai berries. It is a bitter alkaloid, giving unsweetened chocolate the painfully harsh taste... >> more |
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