Archive for the ‘Holistic Health’ Category

How much thought do you give to how toxic chemicals are affecting your cat? One of the places to start is the type of bedding it sleeps on. Does it contain flame retardants? Learn why this has serious consequences for cats if so.

Being an avid fan of energy medicine modalities, I am still amazed at times just how effective they are, even as a practitioner. My newest “tool” in my holistic tool kit is a modality called Mind Body Spirit Release. While originally used for people, I was excited to learn that I was one of the […]

What exactly is IBD in cats? IBD in cats seems to be more and more prevalent these days leaving many cat parents wondering how this disease manifests itself and how to fully restore their cat’s health. IBD, or irritable bowel disease, is an inflammatory condition of the intestines. There are several types, and the type […]

The search for natural therapies is on rise, not only for people but for cats, too. While some conventional therapies and medications can be expensive, there are also inexpensive ways to provide holistic support. Once such way is using color therapy. What is color therapy? Color therapy uses the vibrational energy of colors to help […]

If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection then you know just how miserable this condition can be.  Recurring urinary issues is commonly referred to as FLUTD or Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease.  These kinds of bladder and urinary tract issues can easily go undetected because cats are so good at hiding illness!  Until it […]

More and more cat parents are being disappointed with the results they get with conventional medicine.  As a result there is a growing interest in using a holistic approach to their cats’ health.  While I’m a firm believer there is a time a place for conventional medicine, using a complimentary approach to overall health can […]

If you’re like me, I feel stress whenever one of my cats has to have any kind of surgery or procedure.  Nevertheless, sometimes it’s necessary, like spaying/neutering or dental cleaning.  To aid in the recovery, or convalescence, there are several things we can do holistically to help. Convalescence for cats:  Thom’s story  One of my […]

One of the most common viruses that cause upper respiratory illness in cats is feline herpes virus 1, or FVH-1.  Having had a kitty with this virus I know first hand how miserable the symptoms can be for your cat.   The feline herpes virus 1 is most commonly found in cats who are in shelters, […]

For some people talking about poop is very uncomfortable, but in my world it comes with the territory.  After all, poop gives some interesting insight into the health of an individual.  Just this past weekend I watched an amazing interview hosted by The Two Crazy Cat Ladies with Dr. Margo Roman, DVM.  The topic?  MicroBiome […]

I received an email this week that made me cry.  Granted, they were happy tears!  When Michael reached out to me almost a month ago I could sense the desperation resonating through the phone. He had just purchased a custom dose of Lyssin, a homeopathic remedy often used in the treatment of an adverse reaction […]