Dr Fred Seroka "Integrating traditional and allopathic medicine for animals."
What are the meanings of the word integrate?
In our current era, filled with constant fluctuations and abrupt movements, often experienced as radical changes, we know in part, this is due to the accelerating rate of technological change, the volume of information we receive daily, a new psychology for humanity due to longevity, and a more acute knowledge of the universe, a universe and galaxy that is entering the beginning of a new cycle which has not happened in over five thousand years. As scientists can see deeper into the distances past our immediate sky, and we have numbers to account for what the size of the universe might mean, there is at the same time a sense that what we know to be very far away, may not be impossible to reach. Humanity in fact, no matter why is charting a new course for itself… ready or not.
What I see is that new goals, new purposes, new models of cooperation are important. A new definition will come of what it means to be alive and part of the cosmos where other life forms exist…. plant and animal. For many years I have already in my overall view for holistic health included animal healthcare in my thinking and work. These include modalities about nutrition, acupuncture, chiropractic, homeopathy, herbalogy, massage, psychology, and allopathic medicine. These are the areas I have worked in and continue to work in, and in which I see often results that confirm their value, both for our pets and ourselves.
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I am excited about what we can exchange, share, and learn. We will get more specific on how to best use our knowledge of life and healthcare to help our animals. I am a chiropractor and homeopath for thirty years. I have had dogs, cats, birds, goats, llamas, and chickens.
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Diet
If you understand the importance of balanced nutrition and food quality for you and your family you can apply the same standards to your pets diet. Taking the time to buy and prepare quality whole foods for out extended family doesn’t have to be overly time consuming or expensive. Using quality foods, prepared in such a way as to protect nutrients, is an investment in health. Webster’s dictionary speaks of ‘Investment’ as receiving a ‘future return or benefit through a contribution’ (money, time, effort), or to give something a ‘particular quality or power usually for an extended time period.’
Some of my clients have found they can prepare their animals food once or twice a week, freeze it and they dispense it daily. “You are what you eat” is not just a metaphor. The molecules we ingest as food become part of our tissues the same way brick and mortar become part of a wall. If we were building a ‘temple to health and life’, quality-building materials would be chosen to promote resilience, strength, and beauty.
My first exposure to nutrition for pets was from the book Herbal Treatment of the Dog by Juliette de Bairacli Levy, a pioneer in animal health. I came across her work 30 years ago when I was in Chiropractic College and studying nutrition. The book gives herbal treatment protocol for many everyday problems and speaks of the importance of maintaining a more ancestral diet for our animals. (http://julietteoftheherbs.com/) This book focuses on a raw food diet that some of us may find difficult to do but we can incorporate the basic principles and decide how far we want to take this approach.
Diets for puppies and kittens, elderly animals, or particular health disorders require specific nutrition including supplements depending on how much you want to be involved. Consulting with a holistic veterinarian while educating ourselves will allow us the opportunity to help our animals. The Dog Bible by Tracie Hotchner and Real Food For Healthy Dogs & Cats by Karen Becker DVM can guide you in your choices.
We can incorporate some cooked and some raw foods as we vary our pets diet according to health condition, age, and finnikyness. A small countertop food processor is a great start. Pureeing fruits and veggies to add to the protein part of a meal will add vitamins, minerals, fiber, and moisture to your animal’s meal. I use some raw foods daily including eggs, meat, fish, veggies and root vegetables, apple & berries, squash, and greens.
I puree the veggies and greens so there is more surface area for the enzymes of the protein-oriented animal gut to work. When carnivores feed they eat the gut organs, which have partially digested plant proteins. When necessary, dogs and cats chew grass blades to help them regurgitate excessive bile and other digestive juices so I puree the greens well and that helps them absorb the healing chlorophyll.
Remember the quality of food we give our pets should be human-grade. Avoiding unnecessary chemicals and additives, including dyes and preservatives is important and by providing more vital, fresh, healthy food on a daily basis can make a big difference in your pet’s health.
Bon appetite
The Hampton Classic
Here are some great pictures of the Hampton Classic Horse Show. Dr Fred Seroka is the official Chiropractor for the this prestigous event.