Posts Tagged ‘holistic’
The 2012 HealthOver Program
Monday, January 30th, 20124 awesome video’s of dogs and people saving lives…
Friday, January 13th, 2012Who is more generous and caring – Dogs or People?
I have always known that dogs are smart but there is another characteristic that is deeply seeded in the canine soul – compassion.
I know no other animal than a dog to jump to the rescue of his friends so selflessly and without thinking twice if their life is in danger.
My dog Skai regularly jumps to my rescue when I am swimming despite the fact that he much prefers a pasture to the ocean. I have seen dogs grieving their best friends, I have seen them protecting or saving children and I have also heard of stories where a dog ran to get help when their friends were injured.
As I am thinking of all the different situations, I can’t help myself thinking that dogs are in fact the most evolved life form on this planet. They without a doubt are the masters in showing us what love and compassion really is as you can see from the videos bellow.
All I want to do today is to say one big thank you to those dogs and humans who care… and make the lives of others safer and better.
With gratitude,
Dr. Peter Dobias, DVM
PUPPY CARE NATURALLY
Saturday, December 17th, 2011BACK TO BASICS SERIES – CHAPTER 1
Learn about weaning, feeding, supplements and natural approach to vaccination
While one could think that puppies are born with a clean slate, the reality is that they often carry “a baggage full of problems” from previous generations. These problems are not just genetic. It appears that puppies are also burdened by the imbalances and health issues of their parents that were exposed to excessive vaccination, poor nutrition, stress and the use of immune-suppressive drugs such as anti-inflammatory and corticosteroids .
I am saying this because many people who get a new dog question what they have done wrong while they really have done everything right. (more…)
UPDATE – INDIANA continues to improve
Friday, October 14th, 2011
Hi everyone,
many of you have been following the story of Indiana, the dog of our client Karen from Toronto. Several weeks back, Karen was told by her local vet to put Indiana down. Even a panel of 5 veterinary specialists thought that Indy must had had cancer metastases since he was diagnosed with organ lymphoma 18 months ago. To their surprise they found nothing and Karen kindly shared her story with us. If she didn’t go with the voice of her heart, Indy would not be alive.
If you have not read the original article, click here first before you go on reading the lines below. Otherwise, here is the update:
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Dear friends, Indiana has been improving each and every day. It has now been 4 weeks since his fall, and although we had a few rough days at the beginning, he has regained his balance and is walking and standing up with ease. I continue to stick close to him when he is walking in the garden and when he walks up the garden steps, in case he becomes unsteady. He wants to run/trot to the house when he knows his breakfast is waiting, but much to his disappointment, I slow him down. This week he has been rolling over on to his back, and sometimes all the way over. He will point his belly to whichever direction there is the likely chance of getting a belly rub. (How could anyone possibly pass up that chance?) He did have a few days early on when eating seemed to hurt a little, and he left some of his veggies behind (although all meat and bones were gobbled up), but he is making up for any lost nibbles this week and he is enjoying his larger portions. He continues to see our Chiropractor for some small adjustments and laser treatments once a week. Along with daily massage and “association point work.” I have been working in the areas that Peter showed me this winter when I was in Vancouver. I massage them and breath deeply when doing so and seems to have really helped. He is also getting Neuroplex glandular supplement and his homeopathic remedy to help the body heal. I think Indiana has enjoyed the extra attention and fussing, and he has taken each day in stride. It is a valuable lesson he has taught me. Take it one moment at a time, and be present in each moment. I am most grateful and overjoyed to say, I still have my HAPPY and LOVABLE INDIANA by my side! He is full of life! Much love, Karen __________
Indiana’s story is just one of many. Many other animals and people could have a better quality of life if we unite our efforts in support of holistic health care and cancer research. Click here to see what you can do.
With much gratitude, Dr. Peter Dobias
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First “dogs only” vet in Canada
Monday, October 3rd, 2011
Dear friends,
Life is an ever-changing river that flows no matter how we feel about it. The flow brings changes and while change is the driving force of growth, evolution and discovery, often we feel discomfort when change takes places.
Over the last several years, I have really got the sense of what you and your animal friends need. Most of you look for ways to prevent disease, keep your four legged friends healthy and long living.
You also seem to enjoy a community of likeminded people who you can have an open discussion with and not worry about being (more…)
Following your heart may save your dog’s life.
Sunday, September 25th, 2011
Making the best treatment decision for your pet.
Does it happen to you that each month or week has a certain theme? It seems that the Universe decides what the lesson should be and then serves us ample opportunities to learn and grow.
This week, the lesson is about following our heart.
Some of you may know that in addition to teaching about disease and cancer prevention, doing webinars and developing innovative supplements and natural care products; I still like to consult with a handful of clients to keep in touch with medicine and healing.
One of the common situations I see is that my new or even established clients who live out side of Vancouver need to use the services of my conventional colleagues.
I believe that 99% of vets have the intention of helping their patients, however even then the recommendations given can arise from a personal point of view.
Today, I would like to share a story with you that I hope will encourage you to go with your heart whenever you (more…)
Holistic Approach to Allergies – Introduction
Saturday, September 3rd, 2011
If there is one condition that people ask about the most, it is allergies. I hope that the upcoming Allergy series will bring you more clarity and relief to your dog if he or she too is trapped in the world of allergies or conditions that resemble them.
Our own experiences shape our perception about our healthcare
My grandfather was a herbalist and my father was a conventional veterinarian and by the time I was six years old, I was the Quinea pig for both. I was given herbal teas and medicine and my father used to think that there was no difference between prescribing medication for people and animals. Because he had the access to prescription drugs and considered the visits to the family doctor a waste of time, he gave us antibiotics for every cold, anti-histamines for allergies and corticosteroids for every pimple on his own.
Trapped in the cage of old beliefs
When I got to vet school, it was because I felt I wanted to figure out healing with more than a cook book approach to medicine. We were taught how to prescribe drugs or perform a surgery but seldom, if ever, we were taught approaching each patient as an individual. Our teachers simply were not aware that the disease symptoms are only the signals of the body that it is out of balance and all they could do was to teach us what they were taught. It also applied to allergies.
I am sure the teachers meant well. None of them were taught that drugs that are sometimes life saving often degrade and erodes the health health we want to restore.
I compare the situation of prescribing drugs to using a credit card. We use it knowing that eventually the statement will come and we will have to pay the balance. If we don’t, we will have to pay the balance plus interest. In the case of drugs, the interest equals the drug side-effect.
A post graduation wake up call
When I graduated from vet school, I started to realize that conventional medicine was not the answer for many health problems. I saw the damage caused by overused drugs and feeding junky processed food. In the mean time, my allergies to animal hair were getting out of control and I knew that if I wanted to continue practicing, I had to heal my (more…)
TV and Internet may be the source of your dog’s misery.
Sunday, August 7th, 2011
Have you ever happened to be without internet?
It has happened to me today and I think that the “dog gods” are responsible. I may not have a TV but I am definitely guilty of spending more time in front of the computer than my dog, Skai, would wish. He often gives me “The Look” when I am working.
I am often conflicted because I know that at least the main purpose of my life is to spend time with my two and fourlegged family, friends and others interesting people. How do I decide that I divide the time fairly and do not loose the sight of what matters?
So here I am, sitting in an internet café in Tofino, BC, learning that there is no internet today at this end of (more…)
Can an old pet food company learn new tricks?
Sunday, July 31st, 2011
Did you too notice that many pet food companies and food industry giants are suddenly going all natural? Many people appear to have been lured by the promise of top quality ingredients and also by packaging and advertising that likely costs more than the food itself.
“But what if they have really changed?” You may ask.
I wondered about the same so I did a little “market research.” We all know what it costs to purchase “quality ingredients” that these companies claim are in the bag.
Here are some examples:
Science Diet makes 30 lbs of all natural dog food that costs 57 dollars at an online store. This means that it is sold for a believable $1.90/lb. However, if you consider that dried food may be around 60 – 75% lighter than fresh food, you would be paying $0.47/lb. If (more…)
Brave boaters save a humpback whale
Wednesday, July 27th, 2011I have a full day of editing a video on holistic approach to allergies ahead and I should definitely not be getting distracted, however, I couldn’t resist a little facebook note from my friend Julie Anne.
The note said: “Peter, watch this video!” So I did and I can’t resist to share this incredible story with you. Be prepared and have tissue ready.
