Animal Alternatives Holistic Health Care

05/02/2024

“Dogs die. But dogs live, too. Right up until they die, they live. They live brave, beautiful lives. They protect their families. And love us. And make our lives a little brighter. And they don't waste time being afraid of tomorrow.”
Dan Gemeinhart - The Honest Truth.

Artist: Jim Warren

01/31/2024

Good boy ! You've done done you duty in the right place 😉

01/06/2024

As an integrative veterinarian I agree with most of what this chart presents.
Ii & Nn - do have alternatives.

There's a lot to learn about heartworms!

01/06/2024

It's National Bird Day! Thinking about bringing home a pet bird? Save this overview. For more, visit: https://mrkmnls.co/44H37Sl

01/05/2024

California and Arizona are leading the way towards
Veterinarians being able to do Telemedicine ~
Which is Well Accepted in Human Medicine ~
Let's embrace the future with the correct guidelines :-)

The California Veterinary Medicine Association updated its policy on telemedicine in light of a new state law allowing greater use of the modality in veterinary care. The CVMA says veterinary telemedicine is appropriate only after an in-person veterinarian-client-patient relationship has been establ...

01/05/2024

Here is a nice guide on storing your Cannabinoid oil for maximum effectiveness. In Florida, I prefer storing it in the door of my fridge.

How to store CBD oil products is often just as important as how you use them! Let’s talk about storing your CBD products, as well as common concerns and questions regarding keeping your CBD oil and other CBD products as pure and potent as possible so that no cannabinoid is lost! What Factors Affec...

01/05/2024

Parting can be such sweet sorrow 💦🌈
Remember their love lives on in you 💝

They saw you watching over them
As they finally closed their eyes
They smelt your scent as they breathed
In and out for the last time

They heard the way your voice broke
As you told them they were loved
They felt you as you held them
With your gentle, farewell touch

And now they watch each morning
As you pass their empty bed
They watch you lose composure
And they see the tears you shed

They hear you bear the silence
Of the footsteps that are gone
That walk across your heart each day
Like echoes of a song

They feel the pang of emptiness
You get when you’re alone
In moments when you realise
That they’re never coming home

But in their darkest moment
You were there to hold them tight
And they just want the same for you
So you can feel alright

So they’re sewing you a rainbow,
Weaving ribbons through the sky
So they can let you know
That life is good beyond goodbye

So next time it is raining
And the sun appears as well
Just feel and look and listen
To what they are trying to tell

They’re telling you it’s spring there
With its showers and its sun
Where there are endless fields for them
To play and stretch and run

They’re telling you they sleep upon
The biggest, softest beds
That they have stitched from all the clouds
That float above your head

They’re telling you they’re not alone
For there are many others
And they’ve been reunited
With their parents, sisters, brothers

They’re showing you their rainbow
So you know they won’t forget you
And to tell you they will always be
So happy that they met you

And they’re telling you they love you
And though they’ll be dearly missed,
Not to worry, ‘cause it’s beautiful
Beyond the rainbow bridge

******

Becky Hemsley 2022
Beautiful artwork by lucyclaireillustration

Sending love to you if you are missing a beloved pet today. They love us purely and unconditionally and to have known that feeling is quite simply beautiful 🐾🌈

This poem is in my book for grief and loss:
https://amzn.eu/d/cTbydMN

01/04/2024

12/28/2023

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and happy holidays!

12/26/2023

I think I like this company.

100% Natural Ingredients

12/26/2023

Merry Christmas &
Happy Boxing Day 🎁

12/18/2023

Food as medicine 💝

RESEARCH NEWS - Review of Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Allergic Potential of Dietary Flavonoids

Researchers from Pakistan, Poland and France undertook a review around the chemical structure, dietary sources, and anti-inflammatory properties of flavonoids against allergic diseases. Chronic inflammation plays an imperative role in the onset and progression of chronic diseases including diabetes, hypertension, cancer, allergies, and asthma. Diet can modulate different stages of inflammation since it is a rich source of antioxidants and bioactive compounds. Flavonoids are bioactive compounds abundantly found in various food groups such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, cereals, and beverages. Recent work on flavonoids has unveiled their potential to regulate or inhibit inflammation. This is attributed to their anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, and immune-modulatory properties, making flavonoids an invaluable component in nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and medicinal applications. The review found that diet and flavonioids play an important role in the prevention and progression of allergic diseases. Recent clinical studies of four major anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory flavonoids have confirmed the beneficial effect on allergic diseases via balancing the Th1/ Th2 helper cells and inhibiting the activation of mast and basophils cells and their cytokines.

Members, you can log in to the CIVT website to read the full paper in the Latest News section of your dashboard.

12/12/2023

https://youtu.be/kI4yoXyb1_M?si=jh5yMGrvS_2t7iSH

This big, bad doggie wants a little, fluffy kitty.Starring Clyde.

12/10/2023

PLEASE NEVER USE RAT POISON !
These newer rodenticides inhibit coagulation sooo well the when poisoned varmits are eaten by birds of prey -
THE BIRDS DIE !

The great horned owls appear to be a male and female pair.

11/28/2023

I love it when animals smile too 😺

11/28/2023

Time to put a tree up ?
Amélia & Genesis & The Tree will need protection from each other 🐯🌲🐱

It’s important to cat-proof, to protect your tree and your cat! Here are some great tips to keep your cat from destroying the Christmas tree.

11/28/2023

Toward evening, look eastward. Better yet, find a friend to dance with.

11/28/2023

Monograph - Helichrysum

Helichrysum italicum, also known as the Curry plant, is in the Asteraceae family. It is an aromatic shrub with small yellow flowers with an aroma reminiscent of curry. The plant grows best in the sandy and rocky areas of the Mediterranean. The use of Helichrysum italicum dates back to ancient Greek civilization, where it was commonly used following battles to help control bleeding and bruising and reduce scar tissue.

Veterinary applications include hearing impairment, nerve regeneration, circulatory and blood vessel disorders, blood clots, bruising, heart disease, hypertension, liver disease, pain (can be used as a topical anesthetic), trauma (especially with bruising) and wound healing.

The stems and leaves are steam distilled to create the essential oil. It blends well with many other essential oils, is generally very safe, and well tolerated in many animal species.

Monograph by Dr Carol Falck, USA, VMD, BScZoo, BScMS (Masters) CA, CVA, CTVVMH, CFT, CT-NMT

Did you know we have a short course for veterinarians, Essentials: Essentials Oils for Veterinery Medicine?
https://civtedu.org/courses/essentials-essential-oils-for-veterinary-medicine

11/28/2023

11/28/2023

While you might want to bring your pet along when visiting family and friends, it's important to remember how traveling might affect them. We've compiled a checklist of tips so you can travel as stress-free as possible with your pet. ✈

Save this post and visit the link for more information: https://mrkmnls.co/3HPF6hS

11/22/2023

Hope everyone has a scrumptious day -
Be careful what you let your dog(s) or cat(s) eat.
NO Xylitol ! NO Birch Sugar !
Table food is real food, but there are some restrictions for their health. This company has a nice line of CBD products too.
Remember, THC in gummies for us is fine....but, for dogs is very intoxicating. Be sure they are kept safe.

🐾🦃 From turkey tidbits to pumpkin pie ponderings, we've got the dos and don'ts covered for you to unleash a pawsome Thanksgiving feast for Fido. 🍗🍁

Before you set the table, consider your canine companion! 🍽️🐶

11/10/2023

Food recalls are a fact of life now. If your pet does not want to eat a food they previously liked - take note. Alas, sometimes they will eat a food that is not good for them. Be vigilant with their health.

Mid-America Pet Food widens its recall from one product to include all of the 30-plus types of food it produces.