Calming Food for Dogs: How TCVM Food Energetics Supports Anxiety
For dogs who run emotionally hot—always pacing, panting, or just unable to settle—what’s in the bowl might be part of the problem. Learn how food energetics and calming herbs can help soothe anxiety from the inside out.
How TCM Views Anxiety
When we ask what causes anxiety in dogs we often point to genetics or past traumas. While true, we need to consider how emotion affects our dog’s mental and physical health.
Seasonal Allergies: 5 Takeaways from A Conversation with A Holistic Vet
Let’s talk seasonal allergies– what they are, what they look like, and how, as a holistic vet and how Dr. Bessent approaches them a bit differently.
3 Takeaways from a Vet’s Perspective on Chronic Disease and Nutrition
You have the power to change your dog’s life for the better by taking some simple steps to help them truly thrive. The secret? Well, there are a few. Hint: nutrition is a huge factor. Here are 3 crucial takeaways from Dr. Bessent’s talk on chronic disease, nutrition, and the superfoods that are missing from […]
Why Food Is Only The Start
You know that your pet’s health starts with you, and that includes what goes in the bowl. What you may not know is that whatever you’re feeding –whether it’s a DIY balanced raw diet, a complete & balanced kibble, or somewhere in between– food is just the beginning. Food is your foundation, but it is the […]
A Word from Dr. Bessent
As a practitioner over the last 30 years, I have treated tens of thousands of patients, and each one shared this one in common.
To Vaccinate or Not to Vaccinate?
To vaccinate or not to vaccinate… The vast majority of people want to do what is right for their pets. With the recent and abundant information about over-vaccination in animals comes the need for alternatives. One alternative: titer testing. But just what is titer testing and what all does it involve? More importantly, is it […]
Holistic Medicine: Proactive vs. Reactive Care
Happy National Holistic Pet Day! The difference between holistic medicine and traditional medicine is really the difference between proactive care and reactive care (and its really up to the preference of the patient to decide which route to take). Traditional Care (Reactive) Traditional medicine is focused on dealing with issues as they arise. It takes […]
World Vet Day: An Interview with Dr. Chris Bessent
Hear the actual interview (and watch our fun animation) below: In honor of World Vet Day (and Small Business Week!), we interviewed our founder and CEO, Dr. Chris Bessent. She filled us in on why she chose to be a vet, how her practice evolved over time, and what made her decide to […]
Allergy Management: Western vs. Eastern
(If you haven’t already, check out our precursor post – Boiling Over: An Intro to Allergies) If you’ve ever been around an allergic dog, it’s difficult not to empathize with his discomfort: constantly itching to the point of scratching himself raw, endless panting, a greasy coat that postpones belly rubs. And all because of […]