Integrative veterinary medicine is a blend of natural, holistic approaches to animal health combined with the best of conventional veterinary medicine. What does this mean for our patients?
We emphasize the most natural methods to prevent disease in our furry friends. This means optimizing diet, minimizing vaccines and medications, and using preventive medicine.
If a pet becomes ill, we do a comprehensive conventional medical examination, and sometimes add blood tests or radiographs to reach a diagnosis. Treatment may consist of conventional medications as well as holistic approaches to help the animal heal more quickly.
For instance, if your pet develops a bacterial skin infection, the conventional approach would be to administer an antibiotic. We can certainly do this. However, suppose the pet reacts poorly to antibiotics or the owner wants to tackle the problem from a natural perspective. In this case, we may use frequency-specific laser therapy to ward off the infection, other methods to boost the immune system, or address the underlying cause by identifying an allergy to foods.
If we have an arthritic dog or cat, we have a range of therapies at our disposal. This could include laser, VOM, Cartrophen injections, and anti-inflammatories depending on the severity of the condition and how we think the pet will best respond.
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“The Good Doctor simply awakens the physician within.” By Albert Schweitzer
This quote describes what we are doing when we use the laser and VOM. We are stimulating the body to heal. Both forms of treatment entice the body to repair itself.
We also practice preventive medicine. A balanced, integrative approach to animal health care includes good nutrition and exercise. This does more to maintain health than anything else.
If you would like a consultation to find out how we can optimize the health in your four-legged friend, please call the hospital for an appointment.
If you are interested in learning more about integrative health, please visit the websites listed below:
Exploring Integrative Veterinary Practice
Dr. Louise Janes D.V.M. & Dr. Jeff Grognet D.V.M.
Mid-Isle Veterinary Hospital
5-161 Fern Road West
Qualicum Beach, BC
Tel (250) 752-8969
See all articles by Dr. Louise Janes D.V.M. & Dr. Jeff Grognet D.V.M.
Hello,
Pleasure talking with you Roy!
I have a pug with an MRSA. All antibiotics to date have not killed the bacteria. The have however compromised her digestive system and her kidneys somewhat. The only antibiotic left could kill her liver so I don’t want to use it. Yet if I don’t do something the MRSA will do the same.
I am looking for any help on a holistic level both topically and orally (an alternative to antibiotics). I have read a lot of info about essential oils, colloidal silver, etc. but there is no one I have found to date in Canada who has experience with any of this who can help me as even though these things are natural they can be toxic.
I am looking for a holistic vet who can provide alternatives or can point me in the right direction.
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Hi Lorette, I have forwarded your comment to Dr. Jeff Grognet and Dr. Louise James to assist you. Thank you for using Island Woman that you found courtesy of Google. This is another example of the magic and the power of the web as this article was posted on Island Woman on May 30th 2012. Take care. Roy.