Dr. Pat Zook
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Geriatric Supplementation
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published September 10, 2007
- Health & Wellness , Nutrition and Food
- Unrated
As our pets get older they often need additional help dietarily to maintain their quality of life. There are some supplements which can help with some of the "normal" deteriorations which occur with age.
A Guide to Puppy, Kitten & Annual Vaccines
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published August 28, 2007
- Health & Wellness , Health & Wellness
- Unrated
The following is a guideline to vaccinations of puppies and kittens. We do vary these usual routines depending on the animal and its conditions. There is much controversy over frequency, type of vaccine, and different opinions on what vaccinations are effective, as well as whether there are other options to vaccination.
Bach Flower Remedies
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published June 11, 2007
- Alternative Medicine , General
- Unrated
Bach flower remedies are frequently used in complimentary veterinary practice to help treat behavioral problems, to aid in training and to address different emotional imbalances such as fear, anxiety and grief. These imbalances may affect an animal's ability to heal and respond favorably to its environment.
Suggestions for Geriatric Supplementation
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published June 7, 2007
- Nutrition and Food
- Unrated
As our pets get older they often need additional help dietary to maintain their quality of life. There are some supplements that can help with some of the “normal” deteriorations that occur with age.
Simple Suggestions for Healing Grief
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published June 6, 2007
- Death and Grieving
- Unrated
Our animal companions can grieve the loss of their human companions and other pets of the household. This grieving can lead to behavioral changes and loss of vitality. There are some simple remedies that can help in many cases.
N.A.E.T.
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published June 6, 2007
- General
- Unrated
N.A.E.T. is a technique that employs muscle reflex testing and the stimulation of acupuncture points to "reset" the central nervous system's response to allergens.
Some Simple First Aid Tips
- By Dr. Pat Zook
- Published June 6, 2007
- Health & Wellness
- Unrated
There are a few items of the herbal/alternative type which I think every household should have for first aid usage. Since the basic homeopathic recommendations are going to be given elsewhere, I will not go into those except to emphasize that Apis, Arnica, Arsenica Alba, Belladonna, Hypericum, Ferrus Phos, and Phosphorus are the bare minimum remedies to keep on hand.