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    How To Help Your Animal's Skin Health Holistically

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 8:03


    Many animals get skin ailments at some time in their lives.In this episode of the Animals Naturally Podcast get ideas on how to help care for your animal's skin health holistically.Get more information online at the Natural Pet Care Blog:  https://www.taranet.co.uk/Animal%20Care%20Events/blog-2/files/how-to-help-your-animals-skincare-naturally.htmlYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Love These Reasons To Change Your Cat's Diet Away From Processed Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 8:03


    Learn more about why a raw meaty bones diet maybe helpful for your cat.This is produced from content by Dr Tom Lonsdale, a leading international veterinarian dedicated to the health benefits of raw feeding.Find more information online at Dr Lonsdale's website at https://www.thepetfoodcon.com/You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    4 Ways To Help Your Dog Be Happier Travelling

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 8:55


    Travelling can be stressful for your dog, in this episode get tips on how to make easier for your dog.Links mentioned in this episode include:How to help your dog with hip dysplasia holisticallyStop effects of arthritis for your dog with a holistic approachResearch - Animal Boredom (Svensden) You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Love Aniseed To Help Your Horse's Health Naturally

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2024 4:17


    Learn more about aniseed and how it can be used to help horse health.Links/research about aniseed and animal health included are:Safety and efficacy of feed additives obtained from the fruit of Pimpinella anisum L.: anise oil for use in poultry and horses and anise tincture for use in poultry, dogs, cats and horses (FEFANA asbl) - - 2023 - EFSA Journal - Wiley Online Library https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.2903/j.efsa.2023.7976E. Perry, J. Fenton, An assessment of olfactory influence on equine feeding preferences,Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, Volume 100, 2021,103508, ISSN 0737-0806,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jevs.2021.103508.(https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0737080621001386)Jesse M. Francis, Caitlin R. Neander, Mikelle J. Roeder, Erin B. Perry,The Influence of Topically Applied Oil–Based Palatants on Eating Behavior in Horses,Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, Volume 91, 2020The effect of anise seed powder (Pimpinella animus) on performance, nutrient digestibility and infectious microbes on suckling calf intestine Journal of Veterinary Research 2016 Vol 71 No.1You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Is It Worth Trying Veterinary Homeopathy For Your Animal's Health?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 7:25


    Veterinary homeopathy can be controversial, with some adamant it doesn't work.In this episode of the Animals Naturally Podcast get some thoughts on whether it is worth trying for your petFind links to veterinary research into complementary therapies for animals here at the Taranet websiteYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How To Decide On Your Holistic Animal Therapy Career

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 6:50


    In this episode get some top tips to help you choose on your career working with animals.Read my business coaching blog here for some tips to develop your animal care business.Read more on different complementary therapy for animals training options here:Canine BowenChiropractic for AnimalsEquine Bowen TherapyEquine MassageEquine Manual Lymph Drainage TherapyHydrotherapyOsteopathy for AnimalsPhysiotherapy for AnimalsThermography for HorsesVeterinary Acupuncture And do you know someone who'd find this helpful? Please share, the more we can spread awareness of the benefits of natural therapies the better!You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    3 Holistic Tips To Help Your Dog's Separation Anxiety

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 5:43


    Separation anxiety affects many dogs. In this edition get information on 3 holistic ways to help stop your dog getting stressed.Links mentioned in this podcast includeTellington TtouchBach Flower Remedies for AnimalsReiki for AnimalsYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How To Love Your Cat With Herbal Skin Healthcare

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 5:37


    Natural Cat SkincareIn this edition learn more about some herbs proven to help cat skin health.Research featured includes:Harvey RG. A comparison of evening primrose oil and sunflower oil for the management of papulocrustous dermatitis in cats. The Veterinary Record. 1993 Dec;133(23):571-573. PMID: 8303807. https://europepmc.org/article/med/8303807Harvey RG. Effect of varying proportions of evening primrose oil and fish oil on cats with crusting dermatosis ('miliary dermatitis') The Veterinary Record. 1993 Aug;133(9):208-211. DOI: 10.1136/vr.133.9.208. PMID: 8280288. https://europepmc.org/article/med/8280288Ural, K., Yağcı, B. B., Erdogan, H., & ERDOGAN, S. (2022). Olive leaf extract and coconut oil rectal enema: a new ayurverdic therapeutical strategy for feline atopic skin syndrome. Turkish Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 1(1), 10–19. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7473057 (Original work published December 21, 2022) http://dergi.veterinerichastaliklari.org/index.php/vihder/article/view/10Aloe vera and Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) accelerate healing process in domestic cat (Felis domesticus) suffering from scabies. Tridiganita Intan Solikhah, Gahastanira Permata Solikhah2 and Raden Joko Kuncoroningrat. Susilo Division of Veterinary Clinic, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cahaya Petshop, Veterinarian, Mojokerto, Indonesia. Doctoral Program in Mathematics and Natural Sciences, College of Science and Technology, University Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia (2021) https://www.iasj.net/iasj/download/2ae9962d48668d42Find more links to veterinary research online hereGet more information on natural animal healthcare in the Natural Pet Health Blog You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How Hormones Affect Your Dog's Behaviour and Holistic Tips To Help Manage This

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 9:57


    Hormones are responsible for many aspects of how the body functions, for both people and our pets including our dogs. This often impacts on our dog's behaviour.In this episode learn more about some of the behaviour signs you may see with your dog and what you can do to help holistically.Find a written version of this edition in the Natural Pet Health Blog hereGet more information on holistic animal care online at TaranetYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    4 Herbs Evidenced To Help Your Animal's Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 5:34


    There's veterinary research proving herbs can help your animal's health.Find out about Rosemary, Basil, Slippery Elm and Devil's Claw.Links mentioned in this podcast include:Rosemary and Basil for canine diabetes management - research Slippery elm research for canine and feline digestive healthDevil's Claw for horses researchVeterinary research of holistic animal healthcare modalitiesYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How Can Laser Therapy Help Your Animal

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 6:59


    What are the benefits of low level laser therapy for your animal?Listen now to find out!Veterinary research mentioned in this podcast is at Irish Vet JournalVisit www.taranet.co.uk for more information on complementary therapies for animals You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Love These Brilliant Holistic Tips For Equine and Canine Worm Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2023 9:08


    Worm management is important for all horses or dogs.Check out these tips to help do this more naturallyFor more holistic therapies for animals information please visit www.taranet.co.ukYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Brilliant Tips To Help You Cope With Pet Bereavement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 21:27


    In this episode meet Erica Messer of Wolfies Wish to get valuable advice on how to support yourself as well as other people, such as clients, through pet loss grief. Visit Erica's website and social media with these links:Wolfies WishInstagram Wolfies WishPet Loss Support Group - FacebookVisit Taranet for natural animal healthcare information at https://www.taranet.co.uk/You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    3 Brilliant Vegetables For Your Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2023 5:31


    3 healthy vegetables for your dog to eatVegetables are an essential part of a balanced diet, including for our dogs!In this episode get information on 3 great (usually) easy-to-find vegetables for your dog to enjoyLinks mentioned Nutritional quality and health benefits of vegetables: a reviewDiet and canine cancerTaranet Complementary Therapies  You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How Ozone Therapy Can Help Your Animal

    Play Episode Play 35 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 25:08


    Learn How Your Animal Could Benefit From Ozone TherapyMeet Jonathan Lowe the founder of O3Vets,  who provide ozone therapy equipment and training to both veterinarians and pet guardians alike. Useful Links Mentioned In This EpisodeJonathan's book The Essential Guide to Ozone Therapy for AnimalsO3 Vets website: https://o3vets.com/O3 Vets Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/o3vetsPetozone Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/petozone03 Vets You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/o3vetsJonathan Lowe LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanloweato3vets/Taranet: https://www.taranet.co.uk You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How Chamomile Can Help Your Horse or Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2023 5:04


    In this episode learn more about how the herb chamomile can help your horse or dog's wellbeingLinks mentioned include:Lily's Kitchen Bedtime Biscuits https://www.lilyskitchen.co.uk/Caroline Ingraham https://www.carolineingraham.comMedicinal plants as therapeutic options for topical treatment in canine dermatology? A systematic review. BMC Vet Res 15, 174 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-019-1854-4Taranet - https://www.taranet.co.uk/You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How You Can Help Animals By Training In Hydrotherapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2023 6:29


    Do you want to help animals by offering them hydrotherapy?Get tips on how to do so with this episode!Links mentioned include:Canine Hydrotherapy AssociationInstitute of Equine Hydrotherapists Institute of Canine HydrotherapistsNational Association of Registered Canine HydrotherapistsTaranet Complementary Animal Therapies InformationYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Can Copper Therapy Help Your Animal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2023 4:11


    In this episode learn more about copper therapy and it's use in helping animal healthFind more information on complementary therapies for animals online at https://www.taranet.co.uk/If your animal is unwell or on any kind of medication always get professional veterinary advice before using any complementary therapy, including copper wraps/chains, etc.You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How To Love Your Older Animal With These Care Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 8:32


    Having an older animal is a wonderful joy.Get tips on how to make a few changes to help keep him or her happy and healthyFind more information on complementary therapies online at www.taranet.co.ukYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Why Marshmallow Herb For Your Animal's Health?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 4:42


    In this episode learn more about the benefits of the marshmallow plant for your animal's healthResearch mentioned in this episode can be found online athttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19799989/Get more information on complementary therapies for animals online at https://www.taranet.co.uk/You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How a Holistic Approach Can Help Canine Cruciate Ligament Disease

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 6:45


    Learn how complementary therapies can be used as a holistic approach to help dogs with canine cruciate ligament diseaseResearch mentioned in this post includes:American Veterinary Medical Association Journal - “After TPLO in CCL-deficient dogs, early physiotherapy intervention should be considered as part of the postoperative management to prevent muscle atrophy, build muscle mass and strength, and increase stifle joint flexion and extension ROMs.” https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/67/3/ajvr.67.3.529.xml“In conclusion, the cases we have described, as well as the information mentioned above from the available literature, confirm the effectiveness and thus the need for physiotherapeutic treatment of dogs after the break of CCL” Słodki, S., Bogucka, J., (2021). Physiotherapy support for postoperative treatment of cranial cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: case report. Acta Sci. Pol. Zootechnica, 20(4), 25–32. DOI: 10.21005/asp.2021.20.4.04. https://asp.zut.edu.pl/2021/20_4/asp-2021-20-4-04.pdf“Conclusions favour of the use of hydrotherapy as a beneficial, enjoyable and cost-effective rehabilitation tool, and as an excellent vehicle during the transition between the weak, post-operative and the fully rehabilitated state” Sairéad Wild (2017) Canine cranial cruciate ligament damage and the use of hydrotherapy as a rehabilitation tool, Veterinary Nursing Journal, 32:8, 228-234, DOI: 10.1080/17415349.2017.1322476 https://www.tandfonline.com/action/showCitFormats?doi=10.1080/17415349.2017.1322476 Get more information on complementary therapies for animals online at www.taranet.co.ukYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How You Can Use Colour As Part Of Your Animal's Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 6:13


    Love The Difference Colour Can Make To Your Animal's WellbeingIn this episode learn more about the benefits of using colour to help care for your animal.Research mentioned in this episodeCorrelation between dichromatic colour vision and jumping performance in horsesLearn more about holistic therapies for animals at https://www.taranet.co.uk/You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Is Hawthorn A Natural Way To Help Your Animals Health?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 7:19


    Listen to learn how hawthorn can be a naturally healthy way to help your animal's health.Research, Articles  on Hawthorn and AnimalsResearch - Fu, Jh., Zheng, Yq., Li, P. et al. Hawthorn leaves flavonoids decreases inflammation related to acute myocardial ischemia/reperfusion in anesthetized dogs. Chin. J. Integr. Med. 19, 582–588 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11655-012-1250-4Article - Hawthorn Herb Improves Cardiac Function in Older Dogs (Gregory L Tilford) - Whole Dog JournalGet more information on complementary therapies for animals online at www.taranet.co.ukYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    Brilliant Tips For Your Dog's Dental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 12:46


    How healthy do you think your dog's teeth and gums are?In this episode get tips on the signs of good dental health for your dog, some of the reasons why it is essential for your dog's health. And find tips on how to care for your dog's oral health holistically.Links mentioned in this episode include:VCA Animal HospitalsVet Times article (Marge Chandler DVM)Lilys KitchenForthgladeRaw Feeding Veterinary SocietyDorwestVisit Taranet for your dog's or other animals holistic care advice and informationYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How You Can Deepen Your Communication With Your Animals

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 32:03


    In this episode meet international best-selling author and animal communicator/ animal medium Annie Bourke. Annie has conversations with animals living and in spirit to convey messages and provide peace of mind for their human parents. Animals are her passion and her mission is to raise global awareness of the importance of animals. She loves deepening relationships between animals and humans. She provides distance healing support for animals and humans.Links mentioned in this episode are:Cosmic Heart Intuitive Email Annie at chintuitive@bigpond.comConnect with Annie at LinkedIn Taranet - Holistic Animal HealthNatural Pet Health Blog Read Annie Bourke's books - Evolving Hearts and Souls and The Bridge To Animal Consciousness by purchasing at AmazonYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How Neem Maybe Useful For Your Animal's Natural Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 5:09


    Is Neem a natural way to help your animal's health?Veterinary ResearchHorses"The present results indicate that Sumaq 5% and Neem seed extract are effective alternative treatment for dermatophytosis in Arabian horses." Sayed-Ahmed, M.Z., Ahdy, A.M., Younis, E.E. et al. Comparative effectiveness of Sumaq and Neem extract cream, Eniloconazole and glycerine iodine on dermatophytosis in Arabian horses: a randomized clinical trial. Trop Anim Health Prod 51, 905–910 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11250-018-1773-6Survey of UK horse owners' knowledge of equine arboviruses and disease vectors. Chapman, G.E., Baylis, M. and Archer, D.C. (2018), Survey of UK horse owners' knowledge of equine arboviruses and disease vectors. Veterinary Record, 183: 159-159. https://doi.org/10.1136/vr.104521"This repellency effect was noted to last for up to 7 days if the horses were not washed." Al-Quraishy, S., Abdel-Ghaffar, F., Al-Rasheid, K.A.S. et al. Observations on effects of a neem seed extract (MiteStop®) on biting lice (mallophages) and bloodsucking insects parasitizing horses. Parasitol Res 110, 335–339 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00436-011-2495-0DonkeysThe prevalence of Gasterophilus intestinalis (Diptera: Oestridae) in donkeys (Equus asinus) in Egypt with special reference to larvicidal effects of neem seed oil extract (Azadirachta indica) on third stage larvae.  Open Veterinary Journal, 2018 https://www.ajol.info/index.php/ovj/article/view/179775Poultry "Neem leaf extracts exhibited bactericidal effect against Multi-Drug Resistance pathogenic bacteria of poultry." Ali, E, Islam, MS, Hossen, MI, Khatun, MM, Islam, MA. Extract of neem (Azadirachta indica) leaf exhibits bactericidal effect against multidrug resistant pathogenic bacteria of poultry. Vet Med Sci. 2021; 00: 1921– 1927. https://doi.org/10.1002/vms3.511Cattle "It can be concluded that 5% neem extract has a repellent and tick effect in cattle for at least 42 days." Albarrán-Rodríguez, E. , Del Real Quezada, P. , Rosales Cortés, M. , Rodríguez, G. , Delgado, L. , Cano, G. and Cruz Alba, H. (2019) Effect of a 5% Neem Solution on the Presence of Ticks in Cattle in Two Locations in Jalisco, Mexico. Open Journal of Veterinary Medicine, 9, 185-193. doi: 10.4236/ojvm.2019.912016.Effect of Neem and Tamarind Leaves as Anthelmintic in Cattle. Atikur Rahaman, Syed Ali Azmal, Shiekh M. A. Matin, Nazmul Haque, Md. Ruhul Amin, Md. Ahsanul Kabir, Effect of Neem and Tamarind Leaves as Anthelmintic in Cattle, Journal of Diseases and Medicinal Plants. Volume 8, Issue 1, March 2022 , pp. 13-15. doi: 10.11648/j.jdmp.20220801.12Visit www.taranet.co.uk for complementary health for animals information.You can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    3 Natural Cat Care Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 5:10


    How to care for your cat naturally with these 3 tipsIn this episode learn more about 3 ways you can care for your cat naturally. This includesNutritionMassage or other "manual therapies"WormingLinks mentioned in the episode includeRaw Feeding Veterinary SocietyVerm-XTaranet Complementary Therapies for AnimalsYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    How The Herb Meadowsweet Could Help Your Animal

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 3:31


    Why your animal will love benefits of meadowsweetIn this episode learn about the herb meadowsweet and how it may help your animal.Research mentioned in the episode includes:Concurrent use of veterinary drugs and herbal medicines in racing standardbredsEvaluation of the in vitro effect of Boldo and Meadowsweet plant extracts on the expression of antimicrobial peptides and inflammatory markers in canine keratinocytes, Research in Veterinary Science, Volume 115, 2017, Pages 255-262,ISSN 0034-5288, Domenico Santoro, Mary Bohannon, Kim Ahrens, Christelle Navarro, Hugues Gatto, Rosanna Marsella, Evaluation on the effects of 0.1% Peumus boldus leaf and Spiraea ulmaria plant extract combination on bacterial colonization in canine atopic dermatitis: A preliminary randomized, placebo controlled, double-blinded study, Research in Veterinary Science, Volume 118, 2018, Pages 164-170, ISSN 0034-5288Zélie Triaux, Léa Briard, Odile Petit, Eric Marchioni, Diane Julien-David, Effect of simulated foregut digestion on the antioxidant capacity of plants naturally consumed by horses, Animal Feed Science and TechnologyGet more information on complementary therapies for animals online at https://www.taranet.co.ukYou can get more tips and info by on my Social Media or websites: Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest Aloe Vera Health & Skincare For Your Animals

    3 Tips To Help You Choose Your Holistic Animal Career

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 5:27


    Love Helping Animals With These Holistic  Animal Career TipsWhat course should you choose if you want to work as a holistic therapist with animals?This is a question i'm often asked! There's many courses to choose from. Get 3 tips here to help you get started. Please share with anyone you know who'd find useful!Links mentioned in this episode:Animal therapies/ animal care professional associations/ organisations Taranet Complementary Therapies for Animals

    3 Tips For Your Horse's Natural Wound Care

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 6:53


    Learn How To Care For Your Horse's Wounds With A Holistic ApproachComplementary therapies can be useful for many equine health concerns including wound care. This episode gives some advice.Links mentioned in this episode include;Effect of Aloe vera gel on the healing of cutaneous wounds in donkeys', Iraqi Journal of Veterinary Sciences, 36(2), pp. 425-432. doi: 10.33899/ijvs.2021.130479.1830Bach Flower Remedies for Animals Get more information on complementary therapies and holistic approaches for animals at www.taranet.co.uk.

    How Sunflowers Can Be A Healthy Option For Your Horse or Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2022 5:10


    Seeds and oils can be useful in our animal's diets or for skincare.  There's many different types that can be used, one of which is the sunflower!In this episode learn more about how sunflowers can help your horse or dog.Veterinary research about sunflowers for animal health include: Effects of dietary flax seed and sunflower seed supplementation on normal canine serum polyunsaturated fatty acids and skin and hair coat condition scores (2001)Effects of Topical Application of Sunflower-Seed Oil on Experimentally Induced Wounds in Horses (2012)The effects of topical application of sunflower-seed oil on open wound healing in lambs (2004)BONOS (Ε. ΜΠΟΝΟΣ) E., CHRISTAKI (Ε. ΧΡΗΣΤΑΚΗ) E., & FLOROU-PANERI (Π. ΦΛΩΡΟΥ-ΠΑΝΕΡΗ) P. (2017). The sunflower oil and the sunflower meal in animal nutrition. Journal of the Hellenic Veterinary Medical Society, 62(1), 58–70. https://doi.org/10.12681/jhvms.14836Find a written version of this podcast episode at my Natural Pet Health blog hereGet more information on natural animal health online at www.taranet.co.uk

    5 Ways Your Horse Can Enjoy Magnotherapy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 6:20


    Has Your Horse Tried Magnotherapy?Years ago there were few options for magnotherapy products. But there are now many!In this episode, find out more about some of the magnetic therapy product options for your horse. Although I've personally tried some of these with my own horse, this is an independent post which is not sponsored or has any affiliation with any brand.Products mentioned in this episodeStream Z Magnetic Horse Bands https://www.streamz-global.com/Equilibrium (Chaps and Rug) https://www.equilibriumproducts.com/Magnetic Poll Band https://www.premierequine.co.uk/Dual Therapy Rug (Combi Pro) https://fmbs.co.uk/Get info on magnotherapy for your animal at Taranet's advice page here

    3 Bach Flower Remedies to Help Your Horse Cope With Changes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 7:19


    Help your horse cope with lifestyle changes, and be less stressed. Bach Flower Remedies can help with a variety of emotions. In this episode find information on 3 different remedies to help your horse more naturally.Links mentioned in this episodeTaranet Complementary Animal TherapiesBach Flower RemediesVeterinary research - Horses feel emotions when they watch positive and negative horse–human interactions in a video and transpose what they saw to real lifeYou can also find a written blog post version of this podcast episode here 

    Brilliant Ideas For You To Train Your Dog Holistically

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 11:01


    In this episode get ideas on how to train your dog holistically. Including how some complementary therapies can help.Here's some links to useful websites/webpages referenced:Tellington TtouchCanine MassageBach CentreBach Flower Remedies for AnimalsAnimals Naturally Podcast - Helping Dogs Scared By Loud NoisesGet more information on complementary therapies and holistic therapies for your animals at Taranet - www.taranet.co.uk

    Brilliant Tips To Help Your Pet Be Happy When You're Downsizing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 6:10


    Moving house can be stressful for anyone including our pets.In this episode get some tips to consider when moving.Read more at this post in the Natural Pet Health blogSeveral complementary therapies can be useful to relieve stress including Reiki and Radionics, find out more on these therapies at the Taranet websiteReiki for animalsRadionics for animalsGet more information on complementary therapies and holistic approaches for animals in other Animals Naturally podcast episodesOr visit www.taranet.co.uk

    How Green Lipped Mussels Can Help Animals With Arthritis

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2021 6:23


    In this episode learn more about this natural supplement that can help animals with arthritis.Find a written version of this podcast together with links to veterinary research on how green lipped  mussels do work - online at the Natural Pet Health blog here.Get more information on complementary therapies for animals online at www.taranet.co.uk

    How To Help Your Pet's Excitability With Natural Therapies

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2021 8:47


    Get ideas on how to help your horse, dog, cat or other animal from being over-excited using natural therapies.Excitability is a natural emotion, but sometimes it can cause stress - for our animals or us, and there can be things done to help. Of course check with your veterinary surgeon for any underlying health issues!Find a written version of this episode hereAnd get more complementary therapies for animals help online at www.taranet.co.ukPlease do like and share this podcast with anyone you know who would find helpful for their horse, dog or other animal too!

    Brilliant Tips On How To Love Your Horse With A Natural Approach

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2021 42:39


    Meet Robyn Harris of Equenergy! In this episode, learn more about Robyn's work with horses. And how you can integrate a natural approach into caring for your horse.Get ideas and tips on many aspects of horse health and wellbeing.Useful Links For Your Natural Horse Care Mentioned In This EpisodeEquenergy, Robyn's business websiteNatural Pet Health blog guest post by Robyn HarrisTaranet Complementary Therapies for AnimalsI hope you find this episode interesting. If you like it, please rate it in your podcast app and do share with anyone you know would find it helpful! Let's spread the word of the benefits of natural horse care.Lastly, do remember, if you're concerned about your horse's health then always consult a veterinary surgeon for advice immediately. Delaying treatment and proper diagnosis can lead to poor health outcomes!Until next time,Suzanne HarrisAbout MeI'm an equestrian and canine entrepreneurial coach and consultant to veterinarians who want to help prevent animals being affected by domestic abuse.With over a decade's experience as a domestic abuse expert combined with a lifelong love of animals, I've twice won the GHP award for most outstanding natural animal health consultancy.I'm a member of the Chartered Institute of Management with several years experience of developing domestic abuse marketing and awareness campaigns. I've built a following of over 10,000 animal lovers on social media and my podcast Animals Naturally has been downloaded over 1500 times, demonstrating my belief in the positive power of social media to help improve animal welfare.

    How Can Feed Supplements Help Your Horse, Pony or Donkey With Laminitis?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2021 7:19


    Help your horse, pony or donkey to recover from laminitis with a good supplement. But what should you look for in a supplement?In this episode get info on some common ingredients.Find a written version of this podcast with veterinary research links in my Natural Pet Health Blog hereLike help finding a complementary therapist or holistic veterinary surgeon for your animal? Please email info at taranet co.uk

    Care For Your Guinea Pig With This Brilliant Advice and Tips

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 18, 2021 31:14


    How To Care For Your Guinea Pig NaturallyIn this episode learn more from Heather Curtis an expert on guinea pig care.  You can connect with Heather on social media, and find out more on how to take her courses with these links:Instagram My Pet Academy Facebook - My Pet AcademyAnimal Care Online CoursesYou Tube - The Power Puff PiggiesAnd don't forget you can find lots of complementary animal therapies advice online at www.taranet.co.uk

    How Natural Therapies Can Help Equine Headshaking

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 8:46


    How To Help Your Horse Who Headshakes With Natural Therapies?In this episode learn more about the causes of headshaking in horses. And what natural therapies can be used to help. Plus other tips to have a holistic approach to caring for your horse who headshakes.Links mentioned in this podcastTaranet Complementary Animal TherapiesRoyal Veterinary College - PENS therapy for headshakingA blog post version of this podcast can be found here.

    How Natural Therapies Can Help Your Dog Cope With Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 6:51


    As routines change, our dogs will notice a difference. They may get upset. (We may get upset!).In this episode get some tips on different natural therapies to use to help your dog cope.Useful Links Mentioned In The Podcast Include:Valerian for herbal canine calmingTellington Ttouch for DogsBach Flower Remedies for AnimalsIf you find this useful, please award this podcast some stars! Get more information / written version of this online in the Natural Pet Health Blog here.

    How Eucalyptus Can Help Your Horse's Health Naturally

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2021 4:11


    Learn how to help your horse's health naturally with Eucalyptus. Find out what it is, and the benefits for your horse's health.If you find this interesting, please rate it and comment - it'll help boost this podcast in the rankings, which will help share the benefits of complementary animal therapies. And help more horses to live a naturally healthy life! Thank you :)You can find a written version of this podcast at my Natural Pet Health blog here. (This includes information on some of the products for your horse or dog containing eucalyptus).Research mentioned in this podcast included:Ebani VV, Mancianti F. Use of Essential Oils in Veterinary Medicine to Combat Bacterial and Fungal Infections. Vet Sci. 2020;7(4):193. Published 2020 Nov 30. doi:10.3390/vetsci7040193ELLSE, L. and WALL, R. (2014), The use of essential oils in veterinary ectoparasite control: a review. Med Vet Entomol, 28: 233-243. https://doi.org/10.1111/mve.12033Acaricidal and insecticidal effects of essential oils against ectoparasites of veterinary importance Universidad De Santiago De Chile (2018) https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/162596409.pdfAnd don't forget to find lots more complementary animal therapies and natural veterinary care tips for you at www.taranet.co.uk

    Why Slippery Elm Could Be Your Dog's Favourite Herbal Supplement

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2021 12:14


    In this podcast find out how slippery elm could help your dog.Discover what this herbal supplement is and some common uses for it with dogs.Other links mentioned in this episode are:Veterinary Research - Expedited Management of Canine and Feline Vomiting and Diarrhea. Observational Study in 3952 Dogs and 2248 Cats Using Sucralfate-Like Potency-Enhanced Polyanionic Phyto-Saccharide—Elm MucilageDorwest Herbs - search for Tree Bark PowderFind a written version of this podcast online at Natural Pet Healthcare BlogGet more information on many complementary animal therapies online at Taranet

    How to Love Natural Herbs For Your Cat's Urinary Health

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Feb 11, 2021 12:14


    Your cat can benefit from natural therapies to help with his or her urinary health.Kidney and bladder issues and related issues can affect many cats. In this episode get some tips on 3 popular herbal approaches to care for your cat.Links mentioned in this episode include:Dandelion for animals - http://bit.ly/Dandelion4PetsMarshmallow for animals - http://bit.ly/Marshmallow4PetsRaw Feed Veterinary Society - https://rfvs.infoTaranet Complementary Therapies for Animals - www.taranet.co.ukBlog - Natural Cat Urinary Health Tips (including research links) http://bit.ly/NaturalCatUrinaryHealth

    Can Echinacea Help Your Pet or Horse To Be Healthy?

    Play Episode Play 30 sec Highlight Listen Later Jan 18, 2021 6:53


    Echinacea is a herbal supplement you maybe familiar with for yourself.But your pet can also benefit - potentially.In this episode learn more about it, and why a healthy immune system is important.Find some links to the benefits of echinacea at https://bit.ly/EchinaceaPetsYou can find lots more complementary therapies for animals information online at www.taranet.co.uk - it's clear, straightforward advice to help you help your pet or horse or other animal!

    How The Herb Chamomile Can Help Your Horse or Dog

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 8:37


    Chamomile is found in many skincare products - for a reason! It's a natural way to help with your pets skin ailments and lots more too.In this episode, get an overview of how your horse or dog could benefit.(Chamomile can be used cautiously with cats, be careful in using it with felines and only ever under professional Vet/therapist supervision)You can find some useful links in my accompanying blog post at https://bit.ly/3acRCc2 If you'd like help to find a complementary therapist for your horse or pet, then please email me at info @ taranet . co . uk

    How Cod Liver Oil Could Help Your Dog's Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2020 7:15


    Cod Liver Oil For Your Dog's Health & Wellbeing?Cod liver oil is often used to help with arthritis or skin health. For dogs as well as people! There are other health benefits that may exist too. Research has taken place, including:Effect of fish oil in relieving pain in canine osteoarthritis. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3514349/Omega 3 fatty acid supplementation to help heart disease in cats and dogs https://vet.tufts.edu/wp-content/uploads/omega-3_supplementation.pdfEffect of fish oil supplementation for dogs https://avmajournals.avma.org/doi/abs/10.2460/ajvr.69.4.486Other links mentioned in this podcast episode:How to help your pet's osteoarthritis with complementary therapiesHow to help your dog with holistic approaches

    How To Care For Your Young Horse Naturally

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 10:46


    Do you want to care for your foal or young horse with natural therapies?Like your young horse to grow up healthily and fear-free? There are many ways to do this, and complementary therapies can help as part of this.Get an overview on you can, in this podcast episode.And for more information on complementary therapies for animals please visit my website at www.taranet.co.uk. To get help on dozens of therapies and holistic approaches for your horse, dog or other animal.

    How Acupressure Could Help Dog Naturally

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 10:45


    How To Care For Your Dog With Complementary TherapiesAcupressure although similar to acupuncture, is different. It's useful for promoting a feeling of wellbeing, as well as relieving several ailments for dogs (and other animals).Discover more in this podcast episode.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeTallgrass Animal Acupressure (educational programmes)Taranet Complementary Therapies for AnimalsAnd follow me on social media atTwitter - @taranet2001Facebook - @HolisticAnimalPinterest - https://www.pinterest.co.uk/holisticanimal/ Any questions on complementary therapies please email me at info @ taranet.co.uk

    3 Natural Therapies To Help Your Pet or Horse Stop Being Stressed By Thunder

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2020 10:45


    Provide Relief From Thunderstorms For Your AnimalsThunderstorms can make your dog, cat, horse or other animal feel stressed. They can get scared and anxious. This can sometimes cause them to hurt themselves, as they try to make themselves safer.There are several complementary animal therapies that can help. In this episode find out more about 3 popular therapies that can be used to provide relief to your pets. Naturally!Get more information on holistic ways to help your animals be less scared by loud noises at my advice page here.You can find more natural animal therapies information at www.taranet.co.uk

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