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<title>Jean Hofve, DVM - EzineArticles Expert Author</title>
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<description><![CDATA[I earned my Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Colorado State University in Fort Collins in 1994, and practiced holistic and conventional medicine in Denver. I am a former Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association and current president of the Rocky Mountain Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. At this time, I'm retired from veterinary practice. (If you need a holistic health or veterinary consultation, please contact the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association to find a practitioner in your area.) In addition to my conventional veterinary training, I have studied pet nutrition, veterinary homeopathy, Reiki (Master), and holistic ... ]]></description>
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<title>Tips on Natural Treatments for Arthritis in Dogs From a Holistic Veterinarian</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Baby, it's cold outside! That means more aches and pains for your older pet. Most dogs eventually develop arthritis in one or more joints; some as young as 3 or 4 years old. Here are some natural remedies to help your dog feel as spry as a puppy!]]></description>
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<title>Seasonal Nutrition For Your Cat</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2009 11:02:31 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Providing the right nutrition at the right time is important for optimal condition and health. Even though most cats spend most (or all) of their time indoors in relatively climate-controlled conditions, they still have a physiological response to the changing seasons.]]></description>
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<title>Is There a Link Between Fish Oil and Hyperthyroidism in Cats?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:54:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A story about a possible link between fish oil, Omega-3 fatty acids, iodine, and feline hyperthyroidism is making the rounds on the Internet. Should you be concerned?]]></description>
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<title>Why Cats Need Canned Food</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:27:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What your cat eats is critical to her health. Find out what nature intended, and how to best re-create that in the easiest and healthiest way!]]></description>
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<title>Feline Acne - Causes and Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:25:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It's not just for teenagers anymore - cats can get acne too! It ranges from a few black specks to a major infection, but either way it's uncomfortable for your cat. I'll tell you how to prevent and treat feline acne.]]></description>
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<title>Hyperthyroidism - New Research on the Causes and Treatment</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:58:03 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Hyperthyroidism is becoming a true epidemic among cats. A veterinarian explains the new research on the causes that may help you prevent this life-threatening disease in your cat.]]></description>
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<title>Slippery Elm - Your Pet's Best Holistic Friend</title>
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<description><![CDATA[For tummy or bladder problems, slippery elm can be your pet's best friend. It's mild-tasting and easy to give, packed with nutrients and able to soothe the digestive and urinary systems. If your pet has a problem with vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, or bladder infections, give Slippery Elm a try.]]></description>
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<title>Milk Thistle - A Wonder Herb For Your Pet!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:49:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is a flowering plant in the Aster family. A native of Europe, it has been used since the time of the Roman emperors as a liver tonic. Milk thistle is one of very few traditionally used herbs that has been widely accepted by conventional science to have significant medicinal value.]]></description>
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<title>Kitty Constipation - A Holistic Vet's Secrets to Prevention and Treatment</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Cats are prone to many digestive problems, but constipation is one of the most frustrating issues to deal with. Most veterinarians prescribe a high-fiber diet, but this can actually make the problem worse. Find out how a holistic vet advises to prevent and treat constipation and megacolon in cats.]]></description>
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<title>Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) Explained by a Holistic Veterinarian</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a particularly nasty disease-one that causes great confusion and distress. The name itself is misleading; the only absolutely true point about the name is the "feline," since it is not especially infectious, nor is it always peritonitis (inflammation in the abdominal cavity). Unfortunately, the disease is almost always fatal in its active form. 
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<title>How to Treat Cat Eye Infections - Secrets From a Holistic Veterinarian</title>
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<description><![CDATA[All cats carry the virus that can cause painful conjunctivitis (pink eye), and if your cat among those who get recurrent infections, you know how frustrating it can be! Find out how to prevent and treat conjunctivitis in cats with simple, tried-and-true methods from a holistic veterinarian.]]></description>
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<title>Arthritis in Cats - Holistic Treatment Options</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Arthritis in cats is far more common than most people (and even many veterinarians!) realize. Because there are very few pain relievers that are safe for cats, holistic treatments can really help your cat lead a much more comfortable life.]]></description>
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<title>Cats and Immune-Compromised People</title>
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<description><![CDATA[It's not so unusual any more for people to have serious immune system problems. People who are taking steroids or other immunosuppressive drugs such as gold salts, cyclosporine, or azothiaprine; who have had an organ transplant; are undergoing radiation or chemotherapy; have an immune-related disease such as HIV/AIDS; or are simply very young or very old; all need to use proper precautions if a cat is to share the home. Women who are or may become pregnant also need to be cautious of disease exposure.
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<title>Pet Food Marketing Hype - The Inside Scoop From a Holistic Veterinarian</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Pet food companies want you to buy their products--so they lure you with beautiful pictures, fancy names, and specific claims to be suited to your pet's breed, condition, or lifestyle. But the truth is, very little of this helps your pet; these are all marketing tricks to separate you from your money. This article will tell you exactly how to tell truth from fiction in the world of pet food advertising.]]></description>
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<title>A Unique Herbal Treatment For Equine Respiratory Disease</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Sport and performance horses are extremely susceptible to lung disease. Even seemingly healthy horses may be affected. Herbs can be a safe, effective way to keep horses' lungs healthy as well as treat respiratory problems at any stage of disease.]]></description>
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<title>A Holistic Vet's Guide to Pet Food, Part IV - &quot;Complete and Balanced&quot; - What Does That Really Mean?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[There are thousands of pet foods on the market today, with a bewildering variety of claims, flavors, and ingredients. This article series--written by a holistic veterinarian and former AAFCO advisor with 15 years' experience in researching pet nutrition and the pet food industry--will help you tell the good from the bad, and give you the information you must have to choose the best foods for your pet. On most pet food labels, there will be a statement indicating that the food is "complete and balanced" for the particular life stage of the pet (there are only two: growth and adult). This fourth article will explain how such determinations are made and what they mean for your pet.]]></description>
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<title>A Holistic Vet's Guide to Pet Food, Part III - Additives, Preservatives, and Contaminants</title>
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<description><![CDATA[There are thousands of pet foods on the market today, with a bewildering variety of claims, flavors, and ingredients. This article series--written by a holistic veterinarian and former AAFCO advisor with 15 years' experience in researching pet nutrition and the pet food industry--will help you tell the good from the bad, and give you the information you must have to choose the best foods for your pet. This third article explains what kinds of additives and preservatives are typically found in pet foods, and reveals potential contaminants.]]></description>
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<title>A Holistic Vet's Guide to Pet Food, Part II - The Secrets You Can Learn From a Pet Food Label</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:12:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are thousands of pet foods on the market today, with a bewildering variety of claims, flavors, and ingredients. This article series will help you tell the good from the bad, and give you the information you must have to choose the best foods for your pet. This second article explains how the label can give you important information about what's really in that pet food.]]></description>
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<title>A Holistic Vet's Guide to Pet Food, Part I - Who's in Charge?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:01:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In 2007, when thousands of pets were sickened or killed by pet food contamination, and the recalls went on for months, the pet food industry claimed that it was highly regulated and therefore trustworthy. Clearly, that was then and still is not true. There are regulations that apply to pet food, but nearly all of them apply only to the post-production period-that is, labels, marketing, and advertising. What goes into pet food and how it is made is virtually unregulated. And yet, the labels can provide a great deal of information about that very process, tell you about the quality of the food, and help you decide which ones to avoid and which are the best and healthiest food for your pets.]]></description>
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<title>The Equine Respiratory System</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:34:45 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The horse's respiratory system is large and complex, precisely suited to provide the right amount of oxygen for both ordinary and extreme conditions. It begins at the large nostrils that can expand to take in large amounts of air when the horse, a prey animal, has that "need for speed," and lined with a sophisticated defense system to keep out dust and airborne pathogens like bacteria and fungal spores.    The intake of air starts at the nostrils and moves through a long network of thin bones called turbinates.]]></description>
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<title>The Hidden Disease of Performance Horses</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Many sport/performance horses are suffering from a respiratory disease that few veterinarians will ever correctly diagnose. The only symptom may be decreased performance. But if not treated, this silent threat will slowly destroy not only your horse's performance but also its comfort, health and maybe life.]]></description>
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<title>Is Your Cat Too Fat?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:04:41 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Weight is a serious problem for our feline friends. Many serious health problems can result from being overweight or obese, such as arthritis, liver disease, heart failure, and renal disease.]]></description>
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<title>Natural Treatment For Giardia</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2009 12:57:56 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Giardia is a water-borne parasite that infects dogs and cats and can cause nasty diarrhea. Fortunately, there's a natural treatment that works as well or better than drugs, and is inexpensive and safe for your pet.]]></description>
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