Alternative medicine

Home remedies in veterinary medicine

Home remedies in veterinary medicine

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As a veterinarian, I am frequently asked whether home remedies can be a sensible alternative or supplement to conventional veterinary treatment. The short answer is: it depends—on the animal, the diagnosis, the timing, the dosage, and above all, whether the supposed home remedy is actually proven effective and safe. In practice, I experience both: situations where carefully selected home remedies are a useful, gentle support in veterinary medicine, and cases where well-intentioned experiments have led to serious complications. This is precisely why a sober, evidence-based perspective is worthwhile.

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Biological veterinary medicine

Biological veterinary medicine

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Biological medicine (also known as biological veterinary medicine or complementary medicine) is a holistic approach in human and veterinary medicine. The organism is viewed as a unit, and its self-healing powers are to be activated. In veterinary medicine, it is frequently used alongside conventional medicine, especially in cases of chronic, functional, or treatment-resistant diseases.

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Fecal transplantation in dogs and cats

Fecal transplantation in dogs and cats

Alternative medicine, Cat friendly clinic, Dog diseases, Cat diseases / From

We are intensively involved in improving gut health in dogs and cats. Fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) is a promising option. In this procedure, we transfer the microbiome of a healthy donor animal to a sick animal to sustainably stabilize the balance of the gut flora. This procedure, already established in human medicine, is gaining increasing importance for numerous gastrointestinal diseases in veterinary medicine.

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Macrophage research in dogs

Macrophage research in dogs

Cancer in animals, Alternative medicine, Dogs, Dog diseases / From

In the world of veterinary medicine and immunology, the study of macrophages, particularly in dogs, is an increasingly important topic. Macrophages, which act as key cells of the immune system, play a crucial role in fighting infections and in the development of cancers. This article provides a detailed overview of the latest findings in macrophage research in dogs, with a particular focus on the differentiation and function of these cells in disease states.

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Chronic intestinal inflammation in dogs (IBD)

Alternative medicine, Dog diseases / From

Chronic intestinal inflammation in dogs – so-called IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease). Are you familiar with these symptoms in your dog? Watery diarrhea, frequent defecation (up to 10 times a day), bloody, mucousy stool, loud bowel sounds, rumbling, refusal to eat, frequent vomiting, weight loss. These symptoms occur in flare-ups, and often the intervals between flare-ups become shorter and shorter.

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CBD oil for dogs

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CBD Oil for Dogs: A sick pet at home can be stressful for its owners, as a lot of time is spent searching for medications and treatments. Various treatments and medications exist, but they don't always work the same for all types of dogs. Furthermore, medications can often have side effects that can impair the dog's ability to function properly.

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Organotherapy

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For chronic illnesses, biological medicine offers a variety of therapeutic options. Organotherapy is one of these and provides a good way to complement conventional medical treatment, but it can also be used successfully as a monotherapy. The principle of organotherapy is the specific support of damaged organs or organ systems. All diseased organs and organ systems

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Chronic diseases

Chronic diseases in animals

Alternative medicine, Pet diseases, Dog diseases, Cat diseases / From

Chronic diseases in animals are long-lasting and often progressive conditions that can affect the lives and well-being of our animal companions. Early detection and appropriate treatment are crucial to maintaining the quality of life and increasing the life expectancy of affected animals. This article will examine the most common chronic diseases in animals, their causes and symptoms, and potential treatment options.

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Allergies in our pets

General, Alternative medicine / From

Not only humans, but also our pets suffer from allergies. Unfortunately, the number of pets suffering from allergies is increasing significantly, and it is often not easy to interpret the prevailing symptoms as an allergy. Dogs and cats often suffer from itching, recurring ear problems (often only on one side), and intestinal disorders. The cause is often an intolerance.

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Integrative medicine in human and veterinary medicine

Alternative medicine / From

For most people, naturopathic treatments are not an alternative to conventional medicine, but rather an important complement within the framework of "integrative medicine." In human medicine, the demand for integrative medicine is very high, and there is also a steadily increasing demand for alternative treatment methods in veterinary medicine. In Baden-Württemberg, a "Competence Network for Integrative Medicine" was established as early as 2017.

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