If your pet has been diagnosed with arthritis there are a number of nutritional changes that can make a significant change in your pet’s comfort. Eliminate grains from the diet. Grains, particularly those containing gluten such as wheat, barley and rye, can be difficult for the body to process and can lead to increased levels [...]
I use acupuncture on a daily basis to treat a variety of conditions in pets including allergies, arthritis, intervertebral disc disease, liver and kidney disease and more. Acupuncture works by stimulating specific points on energy pathways (meridians) to optimize circulation, decrease inflammation and regulate of the endocrine and immune systems. There are a variety of [...]
Back pain in dogs and cats is a very common problem. Many pets show no symptoms at all, whereas others become reluctant to jump onto furniture, into cars or even go as far on their walks. In extreme cases, dogs especially, will become less active or even yelp in pain during certain movements or when [...]
You’ve all heard me recommend that you reduce or eliminate the dry kibble—but is it really all that bad? Dogs and cats have been living on these diets for years. Why change? There are several reasons, but they all point to the same issue—INFLAMMATION. There is an epidemic of inflammation among humans and pets. Most [...]
Have you ever wondered why our pets get so many vaccinations when we humans rarely get boosters after childhood? The traditional dogma in veterinary medicine is that dogs and cats should be vaccinated regularly throughout their lives. Unfortunately, there is more and more scientific evidence to support that this is simply not necessary. Dr. Ronald [...]
Ozone and other oxygen therapies have been used for over 100 years around the world for human and animal healing. These therapies continue to gain acceptance as the medical community learns about the health benefits of increased oxygen in the body. Currently, ozone therapy and hyperbaric treatments, which bring easily soluble oxygen to target tissues, [...]
Canine hypothyroidism is a very common condition that is often overlooked. The diagnosis and treatment of this condition is straightforward and can make a dramatic difference in your dog’s health and well-being. What are some common symptoms of canine hypothyroidism? The classical symptoms such as lethargic behavior, weight gain and dry skin are not always [...]
Our most exciting addition yet . . . Now offering Shock Wave Therapy! Shock waves are high-energy focused sound waves generated outside the body that can be focused at a specific site within the body. Extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT) has been used in human medicine for over 25 years to break up kidney stones [...]