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Neurectomy Surgery Behind-the-Scene

Here you go.....  What is Neurectomy Surgery? Neurectomy surgery is one of the treatments for navicular disease. Navicular disease is a degenerative disease of a horse’s heel. Other names for...

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Cold Tail Or Limber Tail Syndrome in Dogs

Here you go.....  What is Cold Tail or Limber Tail Syndrome? The cold tail is a syndrome or injury occurring mostly in sporting or working dogs, such as Labs and Pointers. Cold tail syndrome is also...

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Pet Alternative Medicine As An Option

Here you go..... Recently, a client asked me how I got involved in the field of pet alternative medicine. This led me to revisit my past attitudes and beliefs about veterinary medicine and compare them...

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Yearly Heartworm Test: What Pet Owners Should Know

Here you go..... Why Do Veterinarians Recommend A Yearly Heartworm Test? Great question! Clients ask me this question all the time. Is it to make money? No! Here are a couple of reasons why I recommend...

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PU Surgery Recovery: Cat Perineal Urethrostomy

Here you go..... I saw a very interesting case the other day that will appeal to all cat lovers. This kitty is 14 years old and presented with painful and inappropriate urination. Sounds like a simple,...

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Snake Bite Symptoms and First Aid For Your Dog

Here you go.....  What do I do if I see a poisonous snake bite on my dog? What are the snake bite symptoms? Today, I saw a unique case of a snakebite in a Terrier named Jess. We see these fairly common...

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How is Compounded Veterinary Medicine Used For Ear Infections?

Here you go..... What is Compounded Veterinary Medicine or Drugs? Compounded Veterinary Medicine or drugs are “a unique, custom-made product that fills a prescription written by a doctor when there is...

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Ginseng Benefits: The “Man Root” Explained

Here you go..... Do You Know What Ginseng Really Does? Practically everyone has heard of the many ginseng benefits. You can get Ginseng is many different forms: You're reading Ginseng Benefits: The...

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Zeel: Homeopathic Arthritis Pain Relief for Dogs and Cats

Here you go..... What Is Zeel And How Is It Used As A Homeopathic Arthritis Pain Relief For Dogs And Cats? Zeel is manufactured by Heel, a company originating in Germany. This homeopathic formula was...

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Angelica Herb: The Incredible “Angel of Herbs”

Here you go..... Angelica Will Help Your Pets Joints Many of the herbal formulas used here at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services contain angelica as one of the main ingredients, so we thought you might...

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Why Use Herbal Medicine On Our Pets?

Here you go..... At Natchez Trace Veterinary Services, we strive to provide individual options for your pet. That is why we so often turn to Herbal Medicine in conjunction with Traditional Chinese...

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Keep Your Pet Healthy During Summer “Dog Days”

Here you go..... The Dog Days of Summer occur during the hottest and muggiest days of the season – from July 3 to August 11.   “Dog Days” gets its name from ancient times by astronomers observing...

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Common Plants Can Poison Pets!

Here you go..... Let’s talk about pet poison.  Many plants and trees can harm your pet if they are eaten.  Here is a list of some plants found in and around the home that can cause severe illness for...

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Melatonin for Dog Alopecia (Hair Loss in Dogs)

Here you go..... Veterinarians and pet owners alike are experiencing success using melatonin for Dog Alopecia (hair loss in dogs). The most common form of alopecia for dogs is seasonal alopecia, also...

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Milk Thistle Liver Detoxification

Here you go..... Humans And Animals Alike Can Benefit From Using A Milk Thistle Liver Detoxification And Healing Regimen. Milk thistle is a flowering annual or biennial member of the daisy family. The...

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Why Test For Exercise Induced Collapse?

Here you go..... Why Test for Exercise Induced Collapse? For all of the Lab enthusiasts out there, this is a necessity! For good reason, exercise-induced collapse is a hot topic right now in hunting...

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What Are The Different Frankincense Health Benefits?

Here you go..... Frankincense health benefits can fight cancer, manages arthritis and can relieve pain. Many of the herbal formulas used here at Natchez Trace Veterinary Services contain Frankincense...

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Rehmannia Health Benefits: Strengthens Kidneys, Adrenals, Blood

Here you go..... What Is Rehmannia? Rehmannia (Radix Rehmanniae) is considered a blood and yin tonic in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Rehmannia health benefits include strengthening the kidneys,...

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Dianthus Health Benefits: A Remedy for Bladder Stones, Bladder Obstructions,...

Here you go..... A History Of Dianthus Health Benefits The name dianthus was given by The Greek botanist Theophrastus came up with the name "dianthyus". Dianthus means divine (dios) flower (anthos)....

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Gastrodia Health Benefits: Control Seizures, Relieve Migraine, Improve Motor...

Here you go..... Gastrodia health benefits include: Seizure control Migraine relief Motor function improvement after a stroke And much more Many of the TCVM herbal formulas Dr. Smith recommends contain...

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