Homeopathic vets

[DayshaG]

Good morning @Dr. Jeff and @Dr. Christina ! I am about to select a homeopathic vet that will do telephone consults for Bella as I have not found one locally accepting new pets. I had reached out to one of the ones previously mentioned to me by Dr Christina as having heard positive things from other members, Dr Herman, and though their office replied to me (yay!) they said if I needed an immediate appointment (not 2 weeks out like they are booking), I could try Charles Loops, DVM. I checked out his site and reviews, looks good! But I noticed his name wasn't on the Homeopathy association link in Dr Christina's cat journal. Is this necessarily a negative thing? Since initial costs are costly when choosing a homeopathic dr, I didn't want to pay for a few vets up front (which isn't sensible anyways), but of course settle on one. I don't mind waiting 2 weeks but Dr. Loops also looks good as well.

 

[Dr. Christina]

For everyone, belonging to an association is only one point towards selecting a veterinarian. And, unfortunately, you may need to try (over the months) more than one holistic vet. Both are good. You can listen to Dr. Herman as she did one of our webinars. Maybe ask each of the staff how each deals with questions you may have after a remedy is given. How available is the doctor to speak with you, respond to emails, etc.

Dr. Christina

 

[Dr. Jeff]

Hi Daysha!

As Dr. Christina said, they're both great!

One distinction is that @dr_ judy herman (who can also be reached on this forum) pretty much sticks to "classical" (also called pure or Hahnemannian) homeopathy. Dr. Loops does not.

Perhaps call the office of each one and see which feels right to you.

BTW-Bella is fine with waiting 2 weeks if that's what you decide...

 

[LisaArk]

Hi Daysha!

As Dr. Christina said, they're both great!

One distinction is that @dr_ judy herman (who can also be reached on this forum) pretty much sticks to "classical" (also called pure or Hahnemannian) homeopathy. Dr. Loops does not.

Perhaps call the office of each one and see which feels right to you.

BTW-Bella is fine with waiting 2 weeks if that's what you decide...

Hi @Dr.Jeff and @@Dr. Christina, I looked up the distinction between "classical" homeopathy and just, "homeopathy," and my understanding is that a classical homeopath will only prescribe one preparation or remedy at a time instead of multiple remedies. Is this correct? And, how does a layperson choose which is best for their pet?

 

[Dr. Christina]

My understanding is that Dr. Loops is only treating cancer cases now. His website has changed and he is now taking patients with other problems. He is basically classical except when he feels a different approach is needed.
I know the initial is expensive, and it is important to work long enough to see if movement towards a cure is happening. If not, discuss it with the vet. Be sure to read the second portion of the find a vet for you role in the partnership. Also search the site and the forum for "results of treatments", "evaluation of response", "cure, palliation, suppression". And go to the library, click on homeopathy, read the whole page. You may even want to take the introduction to homeopathy course so that whomever you choose - you are helping the most.
There is no one best homeopath, just like no one best diet, etc.

Dr. Christina

 

[Dr. Jeff]

classical homeopath will only prescribe one preparation or remedy at a time instead of multiple remedies. Is this correct? And, how does a layperson choose which is best for their pet?

Yes, one remedy at a time and knowing the remedy's "picture"(only using proven remedies) is a hallmark of Hahnemannian homeopathy.

Regarding which is true homeopathy and which is right for you depends on your choice. To me it's like the difference between a pure homeopath being an expert marksman using a rifle to shoot out the bullseye of the underlying energetic imbalance vs. someone using a shotgun. The latter can work but I'll choose precision every time.

You can just ask the homeopath if they are a pure homeopath as Hahnemannn describes in the Organon (which is a worthwhile read for everyone IMHO).

Organon of the Medical Art, Samuel Hahnemann, Softcover - Edited by Wenda Brewster O'Reilly - Narayana Verlag

 

[LisaArk]

My understanding is that Dr. Loops is only treating cancer cases now. His website has changed and he is now taking patients with other problems. He is basically classical except when he feels a different approach is needed.
I know the initial is expensive, and it is important to work long enough to see if movement towards a cure is happening. If not, discuss it with the vet. Be sure to read the second portion of the find a vet for you role in the partnership. Also search the site and the forum for "results of treatments", "evaluation of response", "cure, palliation, suppression". And go to the library, click on homeopathy, read the whole page. You may even want to take the introduction to homeopathy course so that whomever you choose - you are helping the most.
There is no one best homeopath, just like no one best diet, etc.

Dr. Christina

 

[LisaArk]

Thanks Dr. Christina, I'll look him up and will nose around more on this site searching your recommended cues. Thanks!

 

[LisaArk]

Yes, one remedy at a time and knowing the remedy's "picture"(only using proven remedies) is a hallmark of Hahnemannian homeopathy.

Regarding which is true homeopathy and which is right for you depends on your choice. To me it's like the difference between a pure homeopath being an expert marksman using a rifle to shoot out the bullseye of the underlying energetic imbalance vs. someone using a shotgun. The latter can work but I'll choose precision every time.

You can just ask the homeopath if they are a pure homeopath as Hahnemannn describes in the Organon (which is a worthwhile read for everyone IMHO).

Organon of the Medical Art, Samuel Hahnemann, Softcover - Edited by Wenda Brewster O'Reilly - Narayana Verlag

 

[LisaArk]

Thank you @Dr. Jeff. Great That was a great analogy and was my instinct, based on no knowledge...I actually did buy that book before my first consult with a homeopath this fall, but just haven't had the time yet to read it yet. My intentions are good, just insanely busy this fall/winter and trying to keep it all together. I did have a second session with the homeopath 1.5 months ago. He recommended one thing and then when I went to Dr. Seo, he offhandedly, recommended the same exact remedy and gave it to Punk right then and there.
I just didn't "take" to this homeopath for the same reason each time I consulted with them, so I'm definitely going to look around. Thanks very much.

 

[Dr. Jeff]

.I actually did buy that book before my first consult with a homeopath this fall, but just haven't had the time yet to read it yet

Excellent Lisa!

The Organon is written in short aphorisms. The easiest way to start is with just one or two aphorisms a day (maybe while in bed).

There's a tremendous amount of hidden wisdom in it. Many of us read it over and over again. Every year.

 

[GinnyW]

Some remedy "pictures" are more obvious than others, so not a surprise when two homeopaths recognize a remedy in a case. It's also important to let the chosen remedy work fully, not repeating or changing until progress slows or stops. The energy each imparts is unique, and, once given - maybe twice - the remedy keeps influencing the body for some time. The art of dosing is as important as the choice of remedy, and, for the lay person it is sometimes difficult to resist repeating or changing before the work of the remedy is done. Be patient!

...My fallback bedside reading is Stuart Close's The Genius of Homeopathy