Integrative Veterinary Care Journal Magazine - V2I3 Summer 2012

In this issue

12 GLANDULAR THERAPY
Does it have a place in veterinary medicine? Given recent advances in oral tolerance, along with the increasing incidence of autoimmune diseases in dogs and cats, the answer is yes.
16 THE CASE FOR CURCUMIN
This natural substance found in turmeric provides antibacterial, antifungal and antioxidant properties, and may have important veterinary applications for horses and other animals.
20 PTSD IN DOGS
It’s a well known syndrome in people, but dogs can also develop it. Treatment can be challenging and depends on the needs of the individual patient.
22 ENVIRONMENTAL VETERINARY MEDICINE
Exposure to toxins, stress, poor diet and other outside influences can play a major role in the development of many disease states.
28 FOR THE LOVE OF IT
Veterinarians and other animal health professionals with World Vets donate their time and skills to help care for animals in developing countries.
32 NUTRITION NOOK: SENSITIVE STOMACHS & SKIN
A food sensitivity can manifest in several ways but the solution is simple – a better quality diet.
40 RETHINKING EQUINE VACCINATIONS–PART 1
Are you giving your patients too many vaccines? As more clients and veterinarians express concerns about the dangers of over-vaccination, it’s a good idea to review your own practice’s protocol.
45 FACING THE RIGHT WAY?
Saddle tree points – direction, angle and width – critically impact equine scapular health. Let’s look at the importance of direction.
46 MUCH ADO ABOUT MULCH
Advise your clients not to use cocoa mulch – it can be toxic to dogs.
52 TECH TALK: HEALING HUES
An introduction to veterinary color therapy, and how you can use it with your patients and in the clinic setting.