Nov 2, 2009 2:47 pm US/Pacific
Alternative Treatments May Help Pets Fight Cancer
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It may look like a typical trip to the doggie doctor but this clinic- the Centinela Animal Hospital - is a place where clients say miracles do happen.
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It may look like a typical trip to the doggie doctor but this clinic- the
Centinela Animal Hospital - is a place where clients say miracles do happen.
Henry is 15- he's been diagnosed with nasal cancer. After visiting a vet, who used conventional medicines, Henry was referred to Dr. Richard Palmquist.
Palmquist uses alternative treatments to fight disease. He says nutrition is the foundation, and he combines that philosophy with homo-toxicology, homeopathy, herbal therapy, acupuncture, oils and body work. But how he ended up at his clinic is an interesting story.
Years ago, one of his patients went to see a holistic pet doctor-- that doctor angered Palmquist. So he went on the attack, hoping to revoke that alternative practitioner's license. But upon visiting the holistic clinic- a funny thing happened… wonderful things were in the works there, so Palmquist quickly changed his mission.
Back to Henry- treatments like oil aromatherapy help clear up his congestion...instead of attacking Henry's cancer, Palmquist focuses on treating Henry's natural defenses. So a nutritious diet is also tailored to battle Henry's cancer.
Timer's story has been presented at a veterinary conference-- because it's simply amazing. Timer suffered from diabetes, cancer, and stokes. He succumbed to bone cancer, but through Palmquist's use of alternative medicines lived a lot longer and more comfortably.
Through love and the right treatment, Timer's mom says miracles do happen.
Pet owners know, the worst part of having a best friend, is you usually outlive your furry loved one. But for those whose pets fall victim to cancer, Dr. Palmquist provides hope and with each case, he's changing the odds, publishing his studies along the way.
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