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holistic therapies for animals
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Things to consider Many people are interested in using a more natural
approach to maintain their pets’ health particularly those who have tried a
number of different medications to no avail.
While the holistic approach may seem like a good
idea, and in many cases it can be, we need to be aware that certain
treatments are not only inadvisable for animals but some can be dangerous and
in some cases even life threatening. |
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Check with the vet For this reason it is important to seek veterinary
advice and approval before embarking on any form of holistic treatment for
your pet. Hopefully your vet will
support you in your desire for a more natural approach but, if not, it may be
worth seeking out a vet who is more open to the idea of helping animals with
holistic therapies. Certain herbs, plants and essential oils can be
toxic to pets and any responsible owner would surely want to be aware of
these potentially harmful substances. Click here
for further information. Whenever your animal appears to be unwell or
suffering from any unusual symptoms, it is important to obtain an accurate
diagnosis. Your vet is in the best
position to do this for you. Guesswork
is not a good idea! Animals are not
able to communicate in the same way as humans and, as a result, they may
suffer a great deal in silence if the disease is not properly diagnosed and
treated. Which therapies can be utilised? Some of the therapies that are generally safest to
use with pets are Homeopathy, Bach
Flower Remedies, Reiki and T-touch.
Although it is possible to treat your own animal in certain cases (provided
you have sufficient knowledge of the system being used) it is always best to
seek advice from, or work in conjunction with, a trained and qualified
practitioner. There are many other therapies that are used to
treat animals. They include aromatherapy, various massage techniques, acupuncture,
shiatsu and many more. It would be
totally inadvisable, not to mention potentially dangerous for an unqualified
person to attempt any kind of deep massage or manipulative therapy on their
pet. Gentle stroking on the other hand can be very
beneficial for both you and your animal companion as long as the animal
enjoys it and is not overly fearful of human contact. By allowing your animal to come to you voluntarily
and not restraining it in any way, you can be fairly sure that the experience
will be an enjoyable and stress-free one for you both. This kind of contact can help to build a
deeper bond between you. If you do decide to seek the help of a professional,
be sure to check their credentials, and, as previously mentioned, make sure a
vet referral has been obtained before any treatment or therapy takes place. Where do I fit in? Having been a human Bach Practitioner for several
years, I recently decided to follow a long-held dream of mine to work with
animals. The connection we make with
our pets can be a very special one.
However, sometimes the human/pet relationship can become troublesome
and tense. It is at this time that
people and their pets flounder and are in need of some support. The Bach Remedies are ideal for use in
these situations. I have now completed my training at the Natural
Animal Centre in I offer Bach
Flower Remedies and Reiki Therapy
for pets. ·
Bach Flower Remedies treat behavioural problems by tackling the root of the problem – the
emotions. ·
Reiki is a form
of energy healing which has a calming and beneficial effect and to which
animals generally respond well. Please
read the The Science
behind Reiki here for a more in-depth explanation of how the
therapy works. |
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The bond I have with my own dog, Spud, is a most
rewarding and special part of my life. Like any other relationship it needs
to be nurtured and based on understanding and mutual trust. Animals, just like us, have their ups and
downs emotionally. We have to learn to
respect their feelings and understand that they need sometimes need help too. My desire is to help others find a better connection
with their pets and build a more mutually satisfying relationship. |
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