Essential Oils: Calm in the Storm

When I hear thunderstorms in the forecast,  I….exhale… then say a quick prayer for all the dogs that are going to have a stressful day or night. And… I think of Petey. I’ll never forget Petey.   When I met Petey he was such a nervous wreck he wouldn’t even go outside to pee.  And his mom, Nanette, was at her wit’s end. Petey was a 12 year old St. Bernard, already an old man.  He and his mom had lived with his general anxieties and noise phobias his entire life.  That summer major street repairs were underway in their […]

The Most Powerful and Versatile Healing Method

Coronavirus has affected everyone’s life, including our fur babies. Due to coronavirus, Xena’s acupuncture appointments were cancelled indefinitely because she wasn’t considered “critical”… even though she has chronic kidney disease, pancreatitis, and just turned 20 years old! Izzy’s chronic hip condition was flaring up and she was limping again. Due to coronavirus, her chiropractic and massage appointments had been canceled. Deacon, a search and rescue dog, injured his lower back and the chiropractor wasn’t available. I encourage people to have a care team. In fact, I’d argue that integrative care providers are “essential.” Having a care team gives you options, […]