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It has been known for thousands of years why diseases come about. However, we have yet to be taught their true meaning because we are so conditioned to think it is outside of us and is not in our power. It would help if we were taught in school, but this isn’t the case. Rarely do we see people promoting health only treating diseases. Allopathic Medicine, as we know it today, treats symptoms using drugs, radiation or surgery and never looks at the root cause of the disease. Hippocrates was right. He was a Greek physician (460 BC – 370 BC) who believed that diseases were ‘caught’ naturally.
What did he mean by this?
“They are developed from small daily sins against nature.”
It is common sense when considering what those daily sins can be; let’s look…
1. Diet:
How would our dogs eat in nature on a day-to-day or week-to-week basis? We only need to look at their closest living ancestors (wolves, coyotes, dingoes and red foxes). Our domesticated dogs share 99.8 % of the same DNA as wolves. We are so far removed from the natural world and sadly live in an ultra-processed one. So, top of the list would be diet! What is the saying? We are what we eat, so it is no different for our beloved dogs. Once we start feeding our dogs that is aligned with their physiology, health remains or health returns.
What other things go against nature regarding domesticated dogs (and cats)?
2. Toxic chemicals:
Flea, tick, and worming products are insecticides known to cause neurological issues, seizures and death. They are also finding their way into UK waters and polluting the aquatic species’ environments. https://www.theguardian.com/…/pet-flea-treatments…
When a dog is given treatment, the toxins circulate through the bloodstream. When a flea or tick takes a bite of your dog, it is infected with the poison and dies! Just think about what that does to your dog. If used regularly, this poison will remain constantly in the body, adding to disease. Bravecto Nexgard Comfortis Simparica Trifexis & others Do They Kill Dogs?
3: V£ccinations:
Many people want to do the best for their dogs, and as new puppy owners, they will do everything by the book. I did this, but sadly, it got me into trouble with my dog Monty. I over v£ccinated him, poisoned him with monthly flea and tick spot-ons, gave him worming tablets and fed him food that was making him sick. Core v£ccines (parvovirus, distemper and hepatitis) are not legally required. Still, many are unaware of this and usually have them administered because vets say they should. If we question it or decide not to proceed. We are classed as irresponsible. I wish I knew what I know now, but if I didn’t experience what I did, I wouldn’t be doing what I am today, helping many pet owners make better choices for their extended furry family members 
Think about what you are feeding and what chemicals you are using, not only on and in your dog but around the home, too.
“When enough sins have accumulated, illness will suddenly appear”
Many factors play a part, but these are the top three that need to be addressed before a sick dog has a chance to heal. Once they have been addressed, the body will start to heal; it is rarely a quick fix, but it is possible with commitment, hard work and trust in the body’s natural healing abilities. I usually suggest a minimum of 6 months until we see an improvement, but every dog is different and will have more to overcome than others. Usually, the older the dog, the longer the healing can take place.
Thank you for reading.
Teresa
Canine Wellness Specialist 