HOLISTIC CARE

 

Holistic is an approach to a patient's care in which the "whole" is taken into account.  Rather than just the diagnosed disease being considered, other factors are looked at as well; the patient's physical and mental state, social interactions, diet and their enviroment.  Holistic treatment may also involve convential medicine and surgery, diet changes, supplements with antioxidants and/or vitamins, acupuncture, herbs, homeopathy, etc.  Our goal is simple, to provide what is best for your pet.

ABOUT ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture stimulates the immune system by releasing of a variety of hormones that help the patient to respond to injury and stress.  It also serves to increase the circulation, blood pressure, rhythm and stroke volume of the heart and promote the production of red and white blood cells.

Cortisol is one of the compounds triggered by acupuncture.  Natural cortisol is an anti-inflammatory agent.

For maximum effectiveness, acupuncture usually requires multiple sessions. The dog is generally treated 1-3 times a week for 5-6 weeks.  A positive response is expected after one third of the treatments are complete.  Chronic conditions may take longer.  After the initial sessions, treatment may taper off to 3-4 times a year.

Most dogs become relaxed and even a bit sleepy for up to 24 hours after treatment.

Canine acupuncture is a time-tested, safe and painless medical procedure that helps treat:

Musculoskeletal ailments such as:

• Hip Dysplasia
• Arthritic and Rheumatic joints
• Back pain
• Cruciate Ligament Damage
• Inter-vertebral Disc Disease

Respiratory Illness:

• Chronic bronchitis
• Coughing unresponsive to treatment
• Persistent or Periodic Kennel Cough

Urogenital problems:

• Infertility
• Old age incontinence
• Cystitis
• Ovarian dysfunction
• Renal dysfunction

Nervous System conditions:

• Epilepsy
• Encephalomyelopathy
• Degenerative Myelopathy
• Paralysis

Digestive System ailments:

• Persistent diarrhea
• Persistent constipation
• Chronic Bowel disease

Dermatological Problems:

• Dermatitis
• Lick Granulomas
  

Here are some other alternative treatments we offer:

• Herbs
• Nutraceuticals
• Homeopathy

 

 Here are some raw food diet recipes that will aid in your pets overall health.

Raw foods are the most powerful healers, proven time and time again.  Dogs have been waiting for this food an entire life; they will eat it with gusto as long as there is still some natural remaining taste bud function.  Heated and processed food destroys the DNA and RNA structural intelligence: creating food that is appropriate only for survival, not health. With this in mind, it is best to begin your pets on the Natural Raw Food Diet (NRFD) gradually, as commercial food severely weakens the entire body, especially the vital digestive fires.

 

Water fast of one to two days will ease the transition to the NRFD.  Follow this fast with only the meat portion for two more days: then add the veggies (for two more days) and then grain portion. This will reduce the occasional side effects of diarrhea from too much housecleaning too quickly from this all-powerful sustainer and purifier for life.

 

One 8 ounce cup total intake per day per 35lbs of adult dog or 15lbs of puppy.  This quantity fed is approximately ½ to 1/3 of your current commercial ration.  Raw meat means NOT cooked!  It is fine to cook it if you must, but know that you are cooking it for yourself, not for your pet.  Cook the food as little as possible until you feel comfortable.

 

Dry dog food: if you're not a purist or if you do not have the time to prepare a total home diet, use a good quality dry food like Wellness (see the nutrition link).  It is available at Crystal Mountain Animal Hospital.  We also have available a frozen Natural Raw Food Diet if you don't want the hassle of home preparation. 

 

Here are a few recipes to get started:

 

Doggie Oats

Oats make a good choice for the most frequently used grain in cooking for pets.  Not only are they quick cooking, but they contain more protein per calorie than any other common grain.  

•          6 cups rolled oats
•          2 pounds (4 cups) raw ground or chopped turkey, chopped beef or chicken
  
•        ¼ cup vegetable oil
•          1 cup vegetable, less if raw , grated (may be omitted occasionally)
•          ½ cup Healthy Powder* (see below for recipe)
  
•          3 tablespoons bone meal (or 5400-6000 milligrams calcium or 1 tablespoon    eggshell powder)
•       10,000 i.u. vitamin A (none if using carrots)
•          400 i.u. vitamin E

The last 4 ingredients can be substituted by giving 1 Canine Plus** per 20 Lbs body weight daily.

One-on-One

Now here's a truly inspired recipe, easy to remember and easy to multiply, because it uses exactly one unit of each ingredient!  It is also economical and earth-friendly, deriving part of its protein from beans.  If you want to boost the protein content about 1%, you may add one egg or one tablespoon of nutritional yeast.  The key to convenience in this recipe is to cook large quantities of beans in advance.  Follow the directions on the package.  Freeze extra quantities in 1 cup units (or appropriate multiples if you increase the recipe) and thaw as needed.

•         1 cup (=1/2 pound) lean hamburger (or turkey, chicken, lean heart or lean chuck)
•       1 cup brown rice ( or 2-2 ½ cups, cooked)
•       1 cup cooked kidney beans (=half of a 15-ounce can)
•       1 tablespoon vegetable oil
•     5000 units of Vitamin A & D
•     800 units of Vitamin E
  
•        1 tablespoon of Healthy Powder* (see below for recipe)
  
•         1 tablespoon bone meal (or 1600 milligrams calcium or 1 scant teaspoon eggshell powder)

 

The last 4 ingredients can be substituted by giving 1 Canine Plus** daily per 20 Lbs body weight daily.

 

 

Recipes for Cats

Beefy Oats

This recipe uses the least meat.  Thus they are the most economical and ecologically-benevolent ways to feed your cat a fresh diet that still provides 32-38% protein, more than the recommended minimum.

•          4 cups rolled oats (or 8 cups cooked oatmeal)
•          2 eggs
•          2lbs (=4 cups) ground lean beef  (or lean chuck, lean heart, lean hamburger, liver, kidney, or other lean red meats)
•     2 Tbs. Vegetable oil or butter
  
•          4 Tbs. Healthy Powder* (see below for recipe)
•      10,000 i.u. Vitamin A
•      200 i.u. Vitamin E
  
•          2 Tbs. bone meal (or 4000 milligrams calcium or 2-1/4 teaspoons eggshell powder)
•          500 mg taurine (optional)

 

The last 5 ingredients can be substituted by giving 4 tablets of  Nu Cat** vitamins daily.

 

 

Mackerel Loaf

Canned mackerel makes a good occasional seafood to use with cats.  Not only is it an economical protein source, but it comes from deep waters and is less likely to be polluted than fishes from areas closer to the coast.  Cats can sometimes get addicted to seafood's.  If so, hold firm; it's important to keep feeding a variety of foods.

•          2 15-oz cans of mackerel, undrained (3 6-oz. cans tuna in oil or ½ lb + cooked cod or other white fish)
•          4 eggs
•          8 slices whole wheat bread, crumbled
•         3 c. milk (or less needed for moisture)
•     2 Tbs. of Vegetable oil
  
•         4 Tbs. Healthy Powder* (see below for recipe)
  
•         2 tsp. bone meal (or 1200 milligrams calcium or 2/3 teaspoons eggshell powder)
•     5000 i.u. Vitamin A
•     200 i.u. Vitamin E
  

 

The last 4 ingredients can be substituted by giving 4 Nu Cat** vitamins daily.

 

*Healthy Powder: Combine 2 c. nutritional yeast, 1c. Lecithin granules, ¼ c. kelp or alfalfa powder and ¼ cup bone meal. Refrigerate.  

 

** Canine Plus and Nu Cat are vitamin-mineral supplements and are available for purchase at Crystal Mountain Animal Hospital.  Do not cook them into the recipes.  Give them with each meal.

How to cook all of this:
Cook oatmeal or rice then combine the reaming ingredients. 

Crystal Mountain Animal Hospital
Harmonizing Eastern and Western Medicine

8947 Bee Caves Road, Suite 206
Austin, Texas  78746

Phone: 512-263-2900
FAX: 512-263-8399