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At Happy Earth Pet Hospice I believe that pain management & palliative care comes in many forms. Although traditional pain medications can be helpful, there are many other ways to improve a pet’s total body comfort. Tui-na is Chinese Medical Manipulation and it is one of the 5 branches of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM).…
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At Happy Earth Pet Hospice, I provide compassionate, integrative hospice care for dogs and cats in the comfort of your home throughout North Carolina and Virginia. My approach blends modern medicine with holistic therapies to enhance comfort and quality of life. One powerful tool I often use in palliative care is herbal medicine, which can…
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At Happy Earth Pet Hospice, I believe every pet and family is unique. There is no one-size-fits-all plan for end-of-life pet care—and there is no single “right” way to say goodbye. While all pets deserve comfort, love, and dignity as they transition, the details of how their story ends should honor the journey they’ve had…
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At Happy Earth Pet Hospice, we believe caring for pets-especially those in their golden years-means supporting their whole being: body, mind, and spirit. One way we do this is through Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), an ancient healing system adapted from Traditional Chinese Medicine for animals. TCVM focuses on restoring balance and harmony within the…
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Fats are a required macronutrient for both cats & dogs. Fats are a more concentrated fuel source, giving more than 2 x the number of Kilocalories per gram, compared to carbohydrates and proteins. They have many important functions including, serving as a carrier for fat-soluble vitamins, providing protection for vital organs and insulating the body…
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When I formulate whole food diets for senior pets, hard boiled eggs are one of the most common ingredients that I use. Eggs are an inexpensive source of protein & fat, and provide many essential micronutrients including copper, iron, magnesium, potassium, and several of the B Vitamins. Food Therapy TCVM principles, view eggs as a…
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