karen goldrick

Itchy ears (Otitis externa, OE) are common in dogs, affecting up to one in seven veterinary patients, and can be frustrating to manage. Typical symptoms include increased head shaking, scratching or rubbing of the ears, redness, greasiness and an unpleasant odour. For many dogs (and some cats), OE becomes a recurring, uncomfortable, year-round problem. The […]

More and more pet carers are looking for alternatives to conventional medicine

Protect your pet from potential glyphosate risks. Learn exposure sources, safety tips & protective strategies in WellBeing 214.

Explore the benefits of herbs like chamomile, marshmallow, milk thistle, bilberry, and withania for humans and pets.

Learn how integrative veterinary medicine addresses dysbiosis to support pets with gastrointestinal and immune diseases.

Although toxins can’t be eliminated, environmental management and preventive health-care strategies using a reduced chemical load may help protect our pets and minimise their exposure.

Cognitive decline isn’t only a problem for people. As dogs age, they also may show symptoms of canine cognition dysfunction (CCD

Unlocking CBD’s Potential: From Endocannabinoid System to Therapeutic Benefits – Explore the science behind CBD’s medicinal effects.

Discover how antioxidants are integrated into veterinary cancer care, enhancing treatments & improving quality of life for pets in treatment.

This article explores the challenges of using evidence-based medicine to study natural therapies like herbs and acupuncture, and how integrative veterinary medicine combines science and tradition to benefit patients

I t’s been 12 years since I last wrote about integrative healthcare for pups (my girl is now nearly 12). Has much changed?

Dr Barbara Fougere shares with us the benefits and risks of using essential oils on our pet, how we can can use them correctly and which are safe for our fur babies.