ECS Veterinary

14/02/2023

Good news for all pet owners in Australia! Our Vet Map is officially live and ready for use!!

Want to find out if your furry friend could benefit from cannabinoid medication? Look for a participating expert prescriber near you! Select a location on the map and book a consultation today, Australia-wide!

https://ecsvet.com/partners-and-affiliates-page/

Thank you to all of our prescribers for your continued support.

Dr Marta Calvo Blanco
Head of Veterinary Operations and Education
03 9117 9017
[email protected]

23/11/2022

Do you have an aging friend at home? 🐹

As dogs get older, they will start experiencing certain changes and show signs in a similar way as we humans do. Aging is a slow and gradual process that makes them more susceptible to develop health issues like arthrosis, cancer, dementia…

For pet consultations, please visit www.ecsvet.com

Marta is also a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist since 2012 (IVAS). After coming to Australia in 2015, Marta worked as an Animal Naturopath and Vet Technician and founded her own company “Holistic Animal Naturopath”, while learning and improving her knowledge on the use of medicinal cannabis...

31/10/2022

Do you have an older pet who may be suffering from age-related illnesses? Dr Marta Calvo Blanco will be participating in the AVPCAC conference speaking about cannabinoid medications to help vets and vet nurses improve their knowledge and skills to better support you and your animals.

If you have any questions about how you can be improving the quality of life for your pet, reach out to us any time.

eCS Vet Team
(03) 9117 9017 Australia-wide
[email protected]

Join Australia's leading veterinary palliative care, euthanasia, and grief communication experts for the AVPCAC 2022 Virtual Conference.

30/10/2022

At The Vet Expo with The Vet Vault 😉

29/08/2022

August 30th marks National Holistic Pet Day! This is a day to take the opportunity to look at our pet's whole health - from nutrition to any chronic conditions.

What does the term Holistic mean? It is a method that is concerned with treating 'whole' systems rather than looking at individual parts. This is an incredibly important view since everything we are and everything we do is connected. Are you making sure your pets are eating healthy, getting enough exercise, groomed and are spending quality time with their owners?

If you have any questions or concerns about any aspect of pet health, feel free to reach out to Dr Marta Calvo Blanco. Dr Calvo Blanco has spent many years honing her skills in holistic medicine to improve pet health with natural therapies.

eCS Vet
03 9117 9017
[email protected]

10/08/2022

We are so saddened to hear of her passing. Olivia was widely known for her humanitarian efforts. She was a huge advocate for wildlife and the environment. In 1990 She was named the first Goodwill Ambassador to the United Nations Environment Program.

In 1994, Olivia hosted an Australian nature series, travelling the world reporting about the environment and wild animals. Her efforts have not gone unnoticed in the veterinary field.

In 1999 she received the Red Cross Humanitarian Award. In 2006, she was honoured with an Order of Australia for services to entertainment, the environment and the fight against breast cancer.

Our country, and planet as a whole is a better place because of her! We share our deepest condolences to her friends and family. Sending you all so much love.

eCS Vet team

Star's decade long passion for the natural world.

06/07/2022

Dr Marta Calvo Blanco explains the prevalence of cannabis poisoning in pets.

The main takeaway is that with the growing popularity of human cannabinoid products and consumption, we must maintain a safe environment for our pets. This can be achieved though awareness, improved legal pathways, and product quality control.

For more information reach out to the eCS Vet team,
03 9117 9017
[email protected]

We know that marjijuana or cannabis is used for both recreation and medical purposes by humans. However, while some pets may benefit from medicinal cannabis, it’s important to be aware that cannabis...

23/06/2022

The campaign to reword Schedule 8 cannabis and THC entries in the Poisons Standard to allow for veterinary access has received a boost after the Therapeutic Goods Administration delayed a final decision pending further consultation with stakeholders.

This is extremely positive news and we are elated that the TGA is taking the time to consider all of the research and information that has been provided to make the best decision possible.

Head of veterinary education Dr Marta Calvo Blanco told Cannabiz: “We believe the risk of diversion is minimal, and equivalent to that present for currently available human medications.

“The lack of research is probably more a ‘lack of knowledge’. We’re working hard to educate, train and support vets in the use of cannabinoids for animals. These molecules are quite safe, and especially so under veterinary supervision.”

For more information visit the Cannabiz article, or follow the link below to the TGA website:

https://www.tga.gov.au/scheduling-decision-final/notice-final-decisions-amend-or-not-amend-current-poisons-standard-acms-36-joint-acms-accs-29-accs-32

The campaign to reword Schedule 8 cannabis and THC entries in the Poisons Standard to allow for veterinary access has received a boost.

10/06/2022

Please, please, please keep your personal products and medications out of reach from your pets!

Your pets have more cannabinoid receptors in their brains, which means the effects of cannabis are more dramatic and potentially more toxic when compared to humans. A small amount of cannabis is all it takes to cause toxicity in cats and dogs.

It is also very important to consult a professional if you wish to treat your pets with cannabinoids. Precise dosing and a properly compounded product is paramount to the safety of your furry friends.

As more states legalize ma*****na, more pets are getting their paws on it. Veterinarians across Southern New England have seen a rise in cases in recent years. “We do see probably at least one ingestion a week, but sometimes it’s 10 to 20,” Dr. Shelly Pancoast of Ocean State Veteri...

24/05/2022

We are happy to announce that our Lead Clinical Veterinary Educator Dr Marta Calvo Blanco will be speaking at this year’s Conference of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) 22-27 of May.

On May 26th, Dr. Calvo Blanco will give a presentation on the endocannabinoid system and how cannabinoid medicines can help improve animal health, reviewing the specific differences of various species. She will also cover how to comply with the current TGA scheduling and how to prescribe these medications for patients.

The conference will be held at:
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy
Broadbeach 4218 QLD

For event registration visit the AVA link below.
For more information, please visit
www.ecsvet.com
03 9117 9017

The AVA Annual Conference offers a world-class program with speakers from across the globe who will share all the latest in veterinary science and discuss the topics that are of most interest to you. You’ll discover exciting innovations that are transforming veterinary care, learn how to adapt and...

13/05/2022

There is growing interest amongst pet owners in learning more about using to assist with 𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗲𝗽𝘀𝘆. https://www.australiandoglover.com/2022/04/treating-epilepsy-in-dogs-with-cbd-oil.html
Dr Marta Calvo Blanco from ECS Veterinary explains what is, what is and how it can help dogs. Vets in Australia can now prescribe cannabidiol as a Schedule 4 drug for patients under their care so if you think your dog (or cat) could benefit from CBD oil (different from H**p Oil or H**p Seed Oil) please talk to your veterinarian first.

12/05/2022

Over their lifetime, some cats may have episodes where they struggle to urinate. Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) signs can occur at any age, in any breed, neutered and entire cats, being riskier for males than for females due to anatomical conditions.

Dr. Calvo Blanco explains how CBD could be used as a treatment option.

Marta is also a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist since 2012 (IVAS). After coming to Australia in 2015, Marta worked as an Animal Naturopath and Vet Technician and founded her own company “Holistic Animal Naturopath”, while learning and improving her knowledge on the use of medicinal cannabis...

03/05/2022

Cats can benefit from treating their endocannabinoid system!

Dr. Calvo Blanco was recently featured in this PetsForever article and explains in detail exactly how cannabinoids can treat some feline conditions.

Cannabinoids are molecules that have the capacity to interact with the endocannabinoid system (I’ll explain this below!), which is present within the body of all animals (except for insects) and hel...

29/04/2022

Dr. Calvo Blanco from eCS Vet explains a little bit about CBD in relation to epilepsy and seizures in pets. The message is clear, there are medications available for your pets that are effective and less harmful.

While research is still in its infancy, there is a growing understanding of medicinal cannabinoids as an efficacious treatment option for animals, especially when we talk about pain, inflammation, oncology, stress, anxiety... and epilepsy! Dr. Marta Calvo Blanco, Head of Veterinary Operations and Ed...

28/04/2022

Dr. Martinez and Dr. Calvo Blanco made an appearance on 9 News to explain the recent TGA decision. We are so grateful for the exposure this issue is getting!

28/04/2022

The TGA has announced an interim decision that they will not amend the Poison Standard Regulations, denying animals access to medicinal cannabis.

28/04/2022

We at eCS Vet are so grateful for the attention the media has brought to our cause. We feel the amendment to Schedule 8 to include animals is an important and necessary change to veterinary medicine.

Dr Calvo would like to have an online event in the next few weeks clarifying the details of the TGA's initial decision.

Stay tuned to our socials for dates to this event! For immediate contact you can reach our clinic at:

(03) 9117 9017
[email protected]

28/04/2022

The TGA has announced in an interim decision they will not amend the existing Poison Standard regulations due to perceived risks and toxicity of cannabinoid substances for animals.

Dr Marta Calvo Blanco DVM, Head of Veterinary Operations at eCS Vet, which works to improve animal welfare by providing education and support for veterinarians on medicinal cannabis, said eCS Vet is determined to clarify and substantiate their application to the TGA by the April 11 deadline.

28/04/2022

We are excited to announce that CANNect Veterinary will now operate under the new name and brand eCS Vet. We are taking this step to show the connection to eCS health and eCS Clinic and to bundle our resources and expertise to provide better service to our clients.

eCS Vet will continue to support veterinarians to improve their patient’s life by prescribing cannabis-based medicines and will keep advocating for better access to cannabinoid medications Australia-wide.

If you are a pet owner and want to find out more regarding our treatment options or are simply interested in learning if cannabinoids could improve your animal’s health condition, please contact Dr. Calvo and the team any time.

Welcome to eCS Vet!

28/04/2022

Inflammaging!! I love this term!

When we think about our furry oldies it is so easy to see and understand that inflammation and aging are intrinsically related to each other. Cannabinoids and specifically CBD appear as potential potent compounds to be used as antiaging therapeutic agents.

Talk to your vet! Ask how phytocannabinoids can help your furry friends. And of course, feel free to contact us any time!

[email protected]
www.ecsvet.com

28/04/2022

Taking care of your own health often improves the care you give to your furry friends! eCS Clinic is now booking free consultations for humans, because you deserve it, too!

Australia-wide, medications delivered to your door.
(03) 9117 9000
[email protected]
www.ecsclinic.com/book

28/04/2022

Many of you might use essential oils as diffusers at home, as supplements in your food, or for cosmetic purpose, but you might not be aware that essential oils are made of terpenes.

Terpenes are the compounds responsible for the way most plants smell and taste. They are abundant in cannabis and many other plants, fruits, and herbs.

www.ecsvet.com

28/04/2022

Do you have an old cat that howls for no apparent reason at night time? Did you know that cats can have dementia or an Alzheimer's-like disease with signs very similar to those in humans?

It's called Feline Cognitive Dysfunction (FCD) and it is a disorder in cats which causes a decline in an aging cat's cognitive abilities, without any known underlying medical reason.

Supplementation with cannabinoids derived from h**p like cannabidiol (CBD) helps the Endocannabinoid System (ECS) regulate the body's functions, including pain sensations, temperature, sleeping, memory, mood, appetite, reproduction, inflammation, and so much more, for overall wellness.

This is especially beneficial for the aging feline who may be experiencing the beginning stages of cat Alzheimer's.

For more information visit:
www.ecsvet.com
[email protected]
(03) 9117 9017

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28/04/2022

The Warsaw Zoo in Poland will be administering CBD h**p oils to alter the mood their elephants. The passing of Erna, head of the elephant herd, has presented many stressful situations for the others and veterinarian Dr. Agnieszka Senskowskahope hopes this medication will help them while they sort out their new positions within the hierarchy.

Dr. Czujkowska, who is leading the project, said CBD had already been used on dogs and horses and that they hoped it might work on elephants as an alternative to medication. The results could take months, she added.

The elephants will be receiving CBD oil with food, but also as recommended, will be administered directly into their mouth.

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Two stressed African elephants are to be given medical cannabidiol -- CBD -- to help them relax and stop fighting at a zoo in Poland.

28/04/2022

The eCS Vet webpage is now live!

CANNect Vet offers Veterinarians, vet nurses and pet practitioners the support they need to effectively and efficiently prescribe cannabinoid medicines to pets in Australia. 🐕🐈

www.ecsvet.com

The eCS Vet toolkit provides vets and nurses with the clinical tools they need to facilitate a streamlined and informed approach to prescribing new cannabinoid medicines to pets.

28/04/2022

Veterinarian Dr. Sherrelle Casey out of Sydney, Australia shares her story and insights from her research into cannabinoids and neuropathic pain with mice with Dr. Marta Calvo Blanco of CANNect Vet