Acupuncture allows the body to increase blood circulation and decrease pain. At veterinary schools such as Colorado State University in Fort Collins, alternative medicine classes are available for veterinary students. We felt Teper got the best possible care and his recover has been nothing short of remarkable. If your pet is on a prescribed medication, the herb could counter the effectiveness of the medication and worsen the condition. Pay attention to the food you feed your pet.
Proper nutrition can help a pet avoid many illnesses.
Avoid any product that contains synthetic food preservatives. Treat botanical herbs like prescriptive drugs. Although derived from plants, they can cause sickness, even death when used improperly. For instance, willow bark or garlic work safely on dogs, but can be fatal in large doses to cats because of their physiological differences. Follow label directions.