Ask A Vet – Live Q&A

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Dr. Jeff Feinman and Dr. Christina Chambreau, holistic veterinarians from Holistic Actions! are holding open hour on zoom for all the pet parents: bring your pet questions and concerns and get a different opinion. Click on “Sign Up” to register (it’s free)

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https://www.holisticactions.com/qa-with-ha

When & Where

March 28, 2025 (12:30 pm) – March 28, 2025 (1:30 pm)

Eastern Time. Free Webinar – Click on “Sign Up” to register.

Membership Tour

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Come for this informal member gathering: Aruna, operations manager, will show how to make the best use of your member benefits and answer your questions about using the website.

When & Where

March 31, 2025 (8:00 pm) – March 31, 2025 (8:30 pm)

Eastern Time. Member Webinar – check your email for link

Paws & Reflect: Rethinking Pet Health Through Optimal Nutrition | Mindful Pet Nutrition Month

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Rob Ryan of Gussy’s Gut will explore how humility and curiosity can lead to better choices for our pets—starting with the benefits of fermented whole foods. He will discuss how these powerful additions can support digestion, microbiome health, and long-term well-being.

When & Where

April 7, 2025 (8:00 pm) – April 7, 2025 (9:00 pm)

Eastern Time. Member Webinar – check your email for link

Ask a Vet Q&A 2/28/2025

Ask a Vet Q&A 2/28/2025

This is the recording of our monthly Q&A session where Drs. Jeff Feinman and Christina Chambreau join forces to tackle pet guardian questions.

In this session we covered a range of health topics, including:

🔹 Finding a Trusted Holistic Vet – Why working with an experienced holistic practitioner can make a difference.
🔹 Diet & Nutrition – The importance of variety, fresh foods, and avoiding overly processed pet diets.
🔹 Eye Issues in Dogs – How to support healing with natural treatments like hot compresses and lubricating drops.
🔹 Thyroid Health – Success stories of dogs reducing thyroid medication through holistic approaches.
🔹 Cancer Care for Dogs – Balancing quality of life, alternative therapies, and maintaining a positive environment.
🔹 Rescue Pet Anxiety – How patience, stimulation, and energy healing techniques like Reiki can help.
🔹 Bird Flu in Cats – Understanding risks, symptoms, and proactive holistic care options.
🔹 Lumps & Growths – When to be concerned, holistic support, and natural remedies like Thuja occidentalis.
🔹 Rethinking Renal Diets – Why kidney disease doesn’t always require a prescription diet.
🔹 Safe Fish for Cats – How to incorporate salmon and other fish in moderation.

This session highlighted the importance of proactive, integrative care in optimizing our pets’ well-being. Stay tuned for next month’s discussions!

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    Dr. Christina

    Christina Chambreau, DVM, is an internationally known homeopathic veterinarian and associate editor of the Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, she’s written several books on animal healthcare. 

    After opening her own homeopathy veterinary practice in 1983, she founded the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy and was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School for ten years.

    Dr. Christina is also an integrative medicine adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program and lectures on a wide array of topics including integrating holistic options into veterinary practices, as well as guidance on how to choose the best approaches to heal animals and sustainability.

    Dr. Jeff

    Jeffrey Feinman, BA, VMD, CVH, graduated in 1985 from the University of Pennsylvania and was Penn’s first veterinary dual-degree University Scholar, holding both molecular biology and veterinary degrees. He is the founder of HolisticActions.com and dedicated to pet parent empowerment.

    Dr. Jeff is devoted to researching about how to harness the innate power of the individual using Vitality and Balance. He and his wonderful wife Amy live with Archie, a rescue pup, and a Rex cat named Tigger.

    Membership Tour

    Details

    Come for this informal member gathering: Aruna, operations manager, will show how to make the best use of your member benefits and answer your questions about using the website.

    When & Where

    February 24, 2025 (8:00 pm) – February 24, 2025 (8:30 pm)

    Eastern Time. Member Webinar – check your email for link

    Ask A Vet – Live Q&A

    Details

    Dr. Jeff Feinman and Dr. Christina Chambreau, holistic veterinarians from Holistic Actions! are holding open hour on zoom for all the pet parents: bring your pet questions and concerns and get a different opinion. Click on “Sign Up” to register (it’s free)

    Sign Up

    https://www.holisticactions.com/qa-with-ha

    When & Where

    April 25, 2025 (12:30 pm) – April 25, 2025 (1:30 pm)

    Eastern Time. Free Webinar – Click on “Sign Up” to register.

    The Pet Healing Journey: Balancing Hope and Trust While Supporting Your Sick Pet

    The Pet Healing Journey: Balancing Hope and Trust While Supporting Your Sick Pet

    Supporting Your Pet’s Healing Journey: A Guide to Hope, Trust, and Presence

    Understanding the Mindset for Pet Healing Success

    When facing health challenges with our beloved animals, we often find ourselves navigating between hope and acceptance, between doing everything possible and trusting in the process. This journey invites us to explore a deeper understanding of what true healing means – not just for our pets, but for ourselves as their guardians.

    The Balanced Approach to Pet Healing: What Really Works

    A balanced approach to healing acknowledges our animals’ natural capacity for recovery while remaining grounded in the present moment. This perspective:

    • Recognizes the body’s inherent healing abilities without denying current challenges
    • Stays open to new treatments and understanding while working within present realities
    • Values quality of life and emotional connection as much as physical improvement
    • Maintains hope while trusting in each animal’s unique journey

    Beyond the Diagnosis: Supporting Your Pet’s Wellbeing

    While diagnoses and prognoses serve important purposes in guiding care, they don’t define the full story of our pets’ lives or potential:

    • Medical labels are tools for understanding, not predictors of every possible outcome
    • Each animal’s response to illness and treatment is unique
    • Current limitations don’t necessarily predict future possibilities
    • The focus should be on supporting well-being rather than fighting against labels

    Maintaining Hope During Your Pet’s Illness

    There’s a profound difference between maintaining hope and becoming attached to specific outcomes:

    Healthy Hope in Pet Healing:

    • Remaining open to possibilities while accepting current realities
    • Working collaboratively with veterinary professionals
    • Celebrating small improvements
    • Staying present in each moment with your pet

    Avoiding Common Emotional Pitfalls:

    • Refusing to accept current circumstances
    • Pursuing treatments without careful consideration
    • Setting unrealistic expectations
    • Missing precious moments while focusing only on outcomes

    Trust and Acceptance in Your Pet’s Healing Journey

    Perhaps the most challenging and rewarding aspect of this journey is learning to trust and surrender:

    • Understanding that while we can provide the best possible care, we must also trust in our pets’ individual journeys
    • Accepting that sometimes, despite our deepest hopes and best efforts, an animal’s path may lead to transition
    • Finding peace in knowing we’re providing the best possible care, regardless of outcome
    • Creating meaningful connections in the present rather than constantly worrying about the future

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    Practical Steps for Supporting Your Sick Pet

    Implement these strategies for a balanced approach to pet healing:

    • Choose veterinary providers who understand both hope and acceptance
    • Prioritize quality time and joyful moments alongside treatment
    • Build a supportive network for emotional and practical guidance
    • Practice mindful presence with your pet
    • Trust your intuition about your pet’s needs

    Creating Meaningful Moments During Your Pet’s Illness

    When we combine hope with trust and surrender, we give ourselves and our animals an incredible gift – the ability to be fully present with each other. This presence allows us to:

    • Create deeper bonds through difficult times
    • Make clearer decisions about care options
    • Notice and respond to subtle changes in our pets’ needs
    • Treasure each moment we have together

    Finding Peace in Your Pet’s Healing Journey 

    Remember that supporting a sick pet isn’t about choosing between hope and acceptance—it’s about embracing both. By maintaining hope while trusting in the process, we create space for whatever miracles may come, whether they’re the ones we imagined or something entirely different. Most importantly, we give ourselves permission to be fully present with our beloved companions, making every moment count, regardless of what the future holds.

    This balanced approach honors both the possibility of healing and the reality of what is, creating a space where both we and our animal companions can find peace, connection, and meaning in whatever path unfolds before us.

    Need support navigating your pet’s healing journey? 

    Join our Community of caring pet parents who understand what you’re going through.

     

     

    Ask a Vet Q&A 2/28/2025

    Ask a Vet Q&A 01/31/2025

     

     

    This is the recording of our monthly Q&A session where Drs. Jeff Feinman and Christina Chambreau join forces to tackle pet guardian questions.

    In this session we covered a range of health topics, including:

    • 🐾 The Importance of a Holistic Healthcare Team – We discussed why it’s crucial to have a team of holistic practitioners, including homeopaths and acupuncturists, to support your pet’s long-term health.
    • 🦠 The Microbiome and Skin Health – Dr. Christina Chambreau shared insights on how washing practices impact the skin microbiome in both pets and humans, and how natural remedies like tea rinses can help restore balance.
    • 🐕 Vaccination & Building Resilience – The group explored strategies for keeping pets in optimal health before receiving legally required vaccines, as well as holistic ways to support recovery post-vaccination.
    • 🌿 Energy Healing & Emotional Well-Being – We examined the impact of stress and emotional energy on pet health, and how techniques like homeopathy, flower essences, and energy medicine can support balance.
    • 💨 Chronic Respiratory Issues in Cats – A discussion on holistic approaches to managing respiratory conditions, including environmental considerations and supportive therapies.

     

    This session highlighted the importance of proactive, integrative care in optimizing our pets’ well-being. Stay tuned for next month’s discussions!

      Would You Like to Join Our Next Public Q&A Webinar?

      We hold them every LAST Friday of the month.
      Sign up below to get notified about the next session.

      Dr. Christina

      Christina Chambreau, DVM, is an internationally known homeopathic veterinarian and associate editor of the Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, she’s written several books on animal healthcare. 

      After opening her own homeopathy veterinary practice in 1983, she founded the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy and was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School for ten years.

      Dr. Christina is also an integrative medicine adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program and lectures on a wide array of topics including integrating holistic options into veterinary practices, as well as guidance on how to choose the best approaches to heal animals and sustainability.

      Dr. Jeff

      Jeffrey Feinman, BA, VMD, CVH, graduated in 1985 from the University of Pennsylvania and was Penn’s first veterinary dual-degree University Scholar, holding both molecular biology and veterinary degrees. He is the founder of HolisticActions.com and dedicated to pet parent empowerment.

      Dr. Jeff is devoted to researching about how to harness the innate power of the individual using Vitality and Balance. He and his wonderful wife Amy live with Archie, a rescue pup, and a Rex cat named Tigger.