Laser Acupuncture uses an infrared “cold” laser beam to stimulate the acupuncture points instead of inserting needles into them. A feeling of warmth or tingling may temporarily occur. Laser Acupuncture is particularly indicated in sensitive, bony areas of the body such as the feet, or in areas that are dangerous to insert needles into, such as the umbilicus (bellybutton).
- ½ cup apples
- ½ cup carrots
- 2 tbsp. FSA*
- 1.25 cups EACH brown rice flour, barley flour
- and Millet flour
- 3 tbsp. sunflower seed oil
- 1 pinch kelp or spirulina
Cook apples and carrots in water or chicken broth, drain, then puree.
Add in oil then flour, roll out dough and cut out in 2-4 cm squares or fancy shapes.
Bake at 350 degrees F. for 12-15 minutes. Store in a tightly sealed container for 5 days or freeze in air-tight bags for longer storage.
- FSA is a mixture of equal weights of flax seeds, sunflower seeds and raw almonds ground finely with a blender or clean coffee grinder
In a large pot put:
- 4 cups of water
- ½ cup fresh parsley
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 6 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 tbsp. dry basil powder,
- 1 small can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp. dry ginger powder
- 2 cups beets
- 1 cup potato
- 2 cups sweet potato
- 1 cup dry lentils, soaked overnight
- 4 cups broccoli
- 4 cups dried mushrooms, soaked overnight (as many varieties as possible, particularly shiitake, ganoderma, Maitake, reishi, and cordyceps)
Bring to boil, cover and simmer until done. Then mix with an equal
volume of canned wild salmon and 3 tbsp. FSA*.
- FSA is a mixture of equal weights of flax seeds, sunflower seeds and raw almonds ground finely with a blender or clean coffee grinder.
- 1 stalk of Chinese broccoli (gai lan)
- 1 carrot
- 1 cup dried Shiitake mushroom
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 5 tbsp. fish body oil (ie wild salmon oil)
- 2 cups clear chicken broth (no MSG)
- 5 Tbsp. kelp or spirulina
Slice veggies into pieces, bring chicken broth to a boil, and add garlic and mushrooms. Reduce heat and add veggies, simmer until soft and tender.
Serve over an equal amount of well-cooked rice.
Add ¼ to 1 cup of rice and veggies mixture to a grain-free fish-based dog food.
In a large pot with adequate water boil up:
- 4 cups watercress
- 1 cup parsley (Italian)
- 6 cloves garlic
- 1 cup celery
- 2 cups Azuki beans
- ½ cup green onions
- ½ tsp. ginger powder
- ½ cup dried Shiitake mushrooms
- 1 cup pearl barley
- 1 cup green beans
- 2 cups cabbage
- 2 cups soup bones
- 1 beef, pork or lamb kidney
- 1 tsp. sea salt or kelp or spirulina
Store in the refrigerator.
Add ¼ to 1 cup to your regular dog food.
Step 1: Make the broth
In a large pot place
- 12 cups of water
- 2 cups of Oxtails
- 2 cups of pork soft rib bones
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 tsp. ginger powder
- 4 tbsp. fresh basil
- 6 cloves of garlic
- 6 tbsp. natural rice or cider vinegar
Bring to the boil and cook on low heat for 2 hours or more.
Remove the bones and discard, leaving the gel and soft cartilage in the stew.
DO NOT FEED COOKED BONES!
Step 2: Add the following
- ½ cup rice
- 2 cups carrots
- 1 cup beets
- 4 cups greens (chard, beet greens, spinach, broccoli etc)
- 3 cups of sweet potatoes diced
- 1 cup of liver or heart muscle
- Enough water to cover
Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and cook until the rice is done.
Step 3:
Add 5 tablespoons of flax or fish body oil (ie wild salmon oil).
Store in the refrigerator.
Processed commercial pet foods that are full of harmful pesticides, preservatives, food colouring and chemicals have been linked to disease. If you want your pet to have a shiny healthier coat, with sweeter breath and stools then you must feed a wholesome diet. If your pet has particular problems, then there are Nutritional Treatment guides that you can follow to help it. Below are some suggested recipes. Wherever possible buy organic foods. For overweight dogs substitute brown rice for potatoes and for white rice.
Disclaimer:Each animal is an individual and must be monitored for weight gain and loss and general health on any diet regime. These diets are an aid and may not suit specific individuals and we recommend a diagnosis and thorough work up be performed by Dr. Sherebrin. Treatments will be integrative, with both traditional and complementary medicine modalities as required.
Many thanks to Drs. Elaine Cebuliak, Bruce Ferguson and Ihor Basko for the development of these recipes.
HEAT EXHAUSTION
Heat Exhaustion occurs with exercise, particularly on hot, humid days. The symptoms are similar to those of heat stroke, but may not be associated with an elevation in body temperature, as is the case with heat stroke.
Dogs more at risk are dogs with short, flattened noses, such as Boxers, Bulldogs, Boston Terriers, Lhasa Apsos, Shih Tzus, Pekinese, etc. Also at risk are dogs with heavy coats, which retain heat, making warm temperatures even more uncomfortable. At highest risk are dogs with heart or respiratory troubles, dogs who are obese, very young, or very elderly.
HEAT EXHAUSTION SYMPTOMS INCLUDE:
*Normal or slightly elevated body temperature (37-39)
*Heavy panting
*Huffing and puffing or gasping
*Dazed mental status: An anxious, vacant, or staring expression
*Drooling, or frothing
*Weaving when walking (dizziness)
*Muscle weakness
*Dog lies down or collapses and cannot get up
*Vomiting or retching
*Muscle cramps (seizure-like tremors)
*Anxiety or agitation
*Abnormally rapid heartbeat and rapid breathing
Depending on the seriousness of the situation, these are the steps a guardian should take if they feel their dog is suffering from heat exhaustion:
1) Move the dog out of the sun and into the shade or into an air-conditioned building or car; if this is not possible put a large umbrella over them to provide shade.
2) Give the dog frequent small amounts of water to drink; DO NOT allow the dog to drink copious amounts.
3) Rinse the dog off with cool water, paying special attention to ears, groin, armpits, & belly.
4) Place the dog in front of a fan while still damp, or use a newspaper or towel to fan the dog (taking care not to frighten them by flapping too close to their face).
5) Place ice bags wrapped in cloth around the dog’s neck and against the groin area for rapid blood cooling.
6) Take the dog to the NEAREST veterinarian or veterinary emergency clinic. Do NOT cover your dog, even with a cold towel. A towel will prevent the heat
from escaping. Keep wiping the ears, groin, armpits, & belly with a wet cold washcloth.
HEAT STROKE SYMPTOMS INCLUDE: all symptoms of heat exhaustion, plus:
*A very high body temperature (organ damage begins to occur at body temperatures over 41 degrees Celcius)
*A rapid and erratic heartbeat/pulse
*Rapid breathing, or struggling for breath
*Exaggerated panting, or the sudden stopping of panting
*Increased, excessive, loud, heaving, irregular panting or the sudden stopping of panting
*Frothing at the mouth
*Dark red gums
*Barking or whining
*Loss of consciousness
*Shaking or seizures
Other signs of heat stroke can include some or all of the following:
*Dry mouth and nose
*Lack of urine production
*Weakness and muscle tremors
*Dryness and redness progressing to dull grayish-pink or purplish-blue) of the inside of the tongue, mouth, lips and gums
*Glazed eyes and/or dilated pupils
*Vomiting and/or diarrhea
HEAT STROKE IS AN EMERGENCY REQUIRING INTESIVE VETERINARY CARE INCLUDING RAPID INFUSION OF INTRAVENOUS FLUIDS.
AFTERCARE: Dogs with heat exhaustion to moderate heat stroke often recover without complicating health problems. Severe heat stroke can cause organ damage that may need ongoing care such as a special diet prescribed by your veterinarian. Dogs who suffer from heat stroke once increase their risk of getting it again and steps must be taken to prevent it on hot, humid days.
HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR DOG IN HOT WEATHER:
*Do not leave your dog in the car. EVER.
*Walk your dog in the early morning or evening when it is cooler.
*Provide constant access to fresh water.
*If possible, keep your dog indoors in a cool, well ventilated or air-conditioned part of the house.
*Air conditioning is one of the best ways to keep a dog cool, but is not always dependable. To provide a cooler environment, freeze water in plastic soda bottles, then wrap them in towels or a tube sock. Place them on the floor for the dog to lie on. You may also place ice and a small amount of water in several resealable food storage bags, cover them with a towel, and place them on the floor for your dog to lie on.
*If you do not have air-conditioning, and your dog cannot seek out a cool spot like a basement, place a wet towel on the floor, (or use ice bags as explained above), or purchase a cooling pad for your dog to lie on.
*You may want to invest in a “Cooling Jacket” for your pet to wear in hot weather or in unavoidable situations where your dog must be in hot temperatures. If your pet is outside during the day, consider investing in a Cooler Mat or a Cooling Bandana. You can easily make your own with an old pillowcase and absorbent gel beads.
*Do not muzzle your dog when left alone (except for basket/cage muzzles that allow panting and drinking)
*Don not confine your dog without shade or in an area with only concrete or asphalt surfaces.
*If your dog lives outside, make sure there is plenty of fresh, water, and that the doghouse or dog bed is in the shade. For an outside dog, an automatic waterer is a good way to provide clean fresh water.
*If your dog must be outside on a leash or cable, be sure it is long enough for them to reach full shade and water.
*After walks, or when your dog seems warm, wipe down the fur with a washcloth or towel rinsed in lukewarm water. Wring the cloth out just enough to keep it from dripping, and soak down the fur of the head, earflaps, around the neck, belly and groin, and on the tops and bottoms of the feet.
*Keep pets with breathing problems indoors.
*Wetting down your dog with cool water or allowing him/her to swim can also help maintain a normal body temperature.
*Do not leave your dog in the car. EVER.
It seems like all you hear about these days is prebiotics and probiotics. Television advertisements, food and drink packaging, supplements, all proclaiming that they are extra special because they contain prebiotics or probiotics or both. Continue reading Prebiotics, Probiotics, Antibiotics: What’s Bugging You?
Please send me questions or topics that you want an integrative or tcvm approach to….Dr.Sherebrin at mytcmvet.com
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