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FEEDING LARGE BREED PUPPIES
Providing the right diet and balance of nutrients is critical in all young dogs, and especially large breed puppies.
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CHINESE HERBS–
SCIENCE OR TRADITION? Are Western and TCVM approaches saying the same thing, just with different terminology?
RAW BONES
Educating yourself and your clients on this trend will help ensure they feed bones correctly and safely.
ACUPUNCTURE FOR EQUINE ALLERGIES An effective alternative to Western medicine.
DERMATOLOGY ISSUES
How to use a variety of modalities to treat the underlying imbalance instead of just the symptoms.
WHAT’ S NEW
• Standing up for homeopathy • Jerky treat conundrum • Declaration of animal consciousness • Stoned dogs
contents FEATURES
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MEDICINAL MUSHROOMS
Understanding the power of these health-giving fungi in your veterinary practice.
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TCVM PATTERN DIFFERENTIATION IN DERMATOLOGY
By approaching skin problems with acupuncture, herbs and foods, you treat the imbalance causing the issue, and not just the symptoms.
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Nutrition Nook FEEDING LARGE BREED PUPPIES
Young dogs grow fast, and the right diet and balance of nutrients are critical for proper development and the prevention of health problems in adulthood.
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RAW BONES–WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
More and more clients are feeding raw bones to their dogs. Educating yourself on this trend will help ensure they do it right.
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ACUPUNCTURE FOR EQUINE ALLERGIES
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Allergy symptoms in horses are often frustrating to treat with Western medicine. A TCVM approach, specifically acupuncture, can be an effective alternative.
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HERBS FOR INSULIN RESISTANCE HORSES
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Adding these herbs to the management program of insulin resistant equines can help them lead longer, healthier lives.
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CHINESE HERBS– SCIENCE OR TRADITION?
Both Western and TCVM approaches have successes, yet they seem worlds apart. But both are really saying the same thing – just with different terminology.
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Tech Talk FENG SHUI IN THE CLINIC SETTING–PART 2
How this ancient art of placement can help you and your colleagues maintain well being and harmony in the workplace.
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Integrative Practice WHAT’ S YOUR VISION?
How to create a happier and more successful practice though visualization, goal setting and regular evaluations.
advisory board COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS
5 Advisory board 6 Editorial 10 What’ s new 32 Industry innovations 37 Spotlight 59 Veterinary resource guide 65 Marketplace 66 Events
dr. Richard palmquist, DVM, graduated from Colorado State University in 1983. He is chief of integrative health services at Centinela Animal Hospital in Inglewood, California, president and research chair of the AHVMA, and an international speaker in integrative veterinary medicine. Dr. Palmquist is a consultant for the Veterinary Information Network (VIN) and co-director of the AHVMA Foundation. He has published two books, one for conventional veterinarians and a second for clients discussing how integrative thinking works.
Michelle J. Rivera, MT, VDT, is an instructor at the University of Wisconsin and The Healing Oasis Wellness Center, a post-graduate educational institution offering state-approved programs. She is co-owner of The Healing Oasis Veterinary Hospital, offering massage, rehabilitation, chiropractic and Chinese and Western Herbology. Michelle completed the Chinese Herbal Medicine program from the China Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center, and is certified in Chinese Medicine by the Wisconsin Institute of Chinese Herbology.
dr. Joyce harman, DVM, MRCVS, graduated in 1984 from Virginia Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. She is certified in veterinary acupuncture and chiropractic and has completed advanced training in homeopathy and herbal medicine. Her practice in Virginia uses holistic medicine to treat horses. Her publications include The Horse’s Pain-Free Back and Saddle-Fit Book – the most complete source of information about English saddles.
dr. steve Marsden, DVM, ND, lectures for the IVAS, the AHVMA and the AVMA, and is co-founder of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies. He is a director of the National College of Natural Medicine, and authored the Manual of Natural Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Marsden is extensively trai ned in alternative medicine, including Chinese herbology, acupuncture and naturopathic medicine. He has a veterinary and naturopathic practice in Edmonton, Alberta. In 2010, Dr. Marsden was named Teacher of the Year by the AHVMA.
dr. Jean dodds, DVM, received her veterinary degree in 1964 from the Ontario Veterinary College. In 1986, she moved to Southern California to establish Hemopet, the first non-profit national blood bank program for animals. Dr. Dodds has been a member of many national and international committees on hematology, animal models of human disease, veterinary medicine, and laboratory animal science. She received the Holistic Veterinarian of the Year Award from the AHVMA in 1994.
dr. Christina Chambreau, DVM, CVH, graduated from the University of Georgia Veterinary College in 1980. She is a founder of the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy, was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School and has been the holistic modality adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program. Dr. Chambreau teaches classes in homeopathy for animals, and lectures on many topics. She is the author of the Healthy Animal’s Journal and the co-author of the Homeopathic Repertory: A Tutorial.
bill bookout is a founding member of the NASC, and served as president and chairman of the board from 2002–2012. Mr. Bookout was appointed vice president of global sales for Kemin Industries after Kemin acquired his supplement company, Genesis Ltd. Prior to his work in the animal field, Mr. Bookout spent 15 years in the human medical device, drug and animal health industries. Mr. Bookout received his Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences from the University of Wyoming, and an MBA from Pepperdine University. He has been selected by Health Canada to serve on the Expert Advisory Committee for Veterinary Natural Health Products.
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There are more species of fungi, bacteria, and protozoa in a single scoop of soil than there are species of plants and vertebrate animals in all of North America. Of these, fungi are the grand recyclers of our planet, the mycomagicians disassembling large organic molecules into simpler forms, which in turn nourish other members of the ecological community. Fungi are the interface organisms between life and death.1 For centuries, various cultures around the world have used mushrooms for medicinal purposes. Modern research backs up what ancient healers and scientists learned through practical experience – studies indicate that medicinal mushrooms (MMs) contain polysaccharides, lysozymes, and triterpenes, which have anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-tumor properties. Some mushrooms contain compounds that stimulate the immune system, and assist healing of the liver, kidneys, and heart tissues.2 Much of the current research on medicinal mushrooms has been done mostly in laboratory animals and humans, so this article draws from my own personal experience using MMs in small and large animals for more than 35 years, as well as international studies.
MMs for cancer The most common use of medicinal mushrooms is in the treatment and prevention of cancers.3 Results compiled from research suggest that whole mushroom extracts contain compounds that modulate tumorigenesis and carcinogenesis at different stages. Because they have many different mechanisms
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and modes of action on cancer cells via the immune system, medicinal mushrooms could potentially provide additive benefits and synergistic effects in the prevention and treatment of cancer.4 Besides being Qi tonics in general, medicinal mushrooms can support the treatment of TCM symptoms categorized as Excess Dampness, Damp Phlegm or Damp Heat, which include edema, diarrhea, urinary tract infections, uterine infections, prostate problems, diseases of the kidneys, and inflammation. In addition to having phytotherapeutic actions, these fungal wonders of nature contain many different vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, protein, and sterols. They are easily administered with little or no side effects. Their natural habitat may give you clues to their medicinal properties. Polypore mushrooms growing in damp, cool, moist places have diuretic and warming properties.
The powerful three: Reishi, Maitake and Shiitake Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi, Ling Zhi) Reishi, “The Herb of Immortality,” is my favorite mushroom, both for personal use and to dispense in my practice in various forms and combinations with other mushrooms, herbs, and antioxidants. TCM regards the fruiting body as a nourishing Qi tonic. The “actives” are found in the polysaccharide, lysosomal enzyme, and triterpene constituents of the fungus.5
Properties of Ganoderma lucidum (reishi, ling Zhi) Pharmacology Polysaccharides: Ganodermans A, B, C, Beta-glucans • Anti-tumor effects: enhances Tumor Necrosis Factor and NK cells6
Lysozymes • Antibacterial against Staph, Strep, Bacillus pneumoniae, etc.
Triterpenes12 • Adaptogenic • Anti-hypertensive • Anti-allergic (inhibits histamine release)
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• Immuno-stimulating and modulating properties (increases macrophages & T-cell activity)7,8,9
• Antioxidant, hepato-protectant
• Antiviral (induces interferon activity, anti-HIV, interleukins-1-2)10,11
Other properties • Enhances bone marrow proliferation • Regenerates bronchial epithelium
• Increases WBCs • Protects against ionizing radiation
• Reduces toxic effects of caffeine • Analgesic and muscle relaxant
In addition, Reishi contain more Germanium than any other plant or mushroom. Germanium increases oxygen utilization of the blood,13 making it useful in the treatment of altitude sickness and heart disease.
Grifola frondosa (Maitake) Maitake means “dancing mushroom” in Japanese, or “chicken of the woods” in the West. The name probably comes from the fact that this mushroom grows in overlapping groups that resemble butterflies in a wild dance.
Lentinula edodes (Shiitake) Shiitake is an edible mushroom highly appreciated for its nutritional and medicinal properties. In Japan, Shiitake have always been considered an “elixir of life.” Shiitake contain 30 enzymes, ten amino acids, and are high in minerals (Ca, Zn, P, Rb, Se, Cu, Ni, K, Mg, Cd, Fe).
Properties of Grifola frondosa (maitake) Properties of Lentinula edodes (shiitake) Pharmacology
Pharmacology Polysaccharides: Beta 1, 6 glucans D-fraction • Immune-stimulating agent (T-cells, macrophages) • Tumor growth inhibition (NK cells) • Phospholipids
Pharmacology Polysaccharides: Beta 16, 13 glucans • Enhances the numbers and functions of macrophages, NK cells and T-cells • Modulates both innate and adaptive immunity
Other properties
LEM (protein bound with Vit. B compounds and sugars) • Liver protectant
• Anti-tumor (NK cells)
• Lowers blood pressure
• Anti-viral
• Hepato-protective
Lentinan (a non-protein that must be used parenterally)
• Enhances immune system function14
• Anti-tumor15
• Lowers blood glucose/ anti-diabetic
• Lowers cholesterol • Removes lipids in the liver
• Stimulates the immune system (T-lymphocytes)
• Anti-cancer13 • Decreases cholesterol
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• Improves circulation
• Regulates urinary incontinence
• Accelerates the degeneration of tumor cells (indirectly via NK cells)
• Anti-inflammatory
• Immune enhancing: increases T-lymphocytes and inhibits viruses (HIV/AIDS)
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