The Synergy Blog

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH As an animal guardian, witnessing your beloved companion face health challenges can be an emotionally turbulent experience. In my practice, I see a wide array of feelings come to the surface as an illness develops in a pet or a horse. Guilt, confusion and fear are common as you try to [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH It’s been particularly cold this week where we live in BC. Since I have a senior dog, I thought I’d take the time to share my favorite winter support tools for her. Winter can pose unique challenges for our canine companions, from joint stiffness to a weakened immune system to environmental [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH Over the past 15-20 years, scientists have started down the rabbit hole of trying to create a roadmap of the infinite roles the microbiome has on each body system. We still have a long way to go but many important connections have already been established. From immune-mediated diseases to cancer prevention, [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH In 2024, the term organic has become synonymous with healthy eating and environmentally friendly practices. Unfortunately, when it comes to assessing the healthiness of our food and its impact on the planet, the organic label is losing its significance. It has also become unobtainable for many lower income households

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH In recent years, the use of antibiotics in veterinary medicine has come under scrutiny due to their potential long-term effects on pet and human health. Among these antibiotics, metronidazole (also known as Flagyl) has gained attention for its association with disrupting the gut microbiome, leading to adverse consequences that may persist [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH In the modern food landscape, consumers are increasingly mindful of the origins of their meat products, considering factors such as nutritional quality, environmental impact, and animal welfare standards. Three primary methods of meat production dominate the market: factory farming, certified organic farming, and pasture-raised farming. Each approach carries distinct characteristics, implications, [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH In the realm of healthcare, the journey toward recovery can be hindered by various obstacles. These impediments, whether recognized or unnoticed, can significantly impact the effectiveness of integrative healing tools. One such concept, deeply ingrained in homeopathic philosophy, is that of obstacles to recovery. Coined by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, the founding [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH I get a lot of questions about homeopathy: what it is, how it works and what to expect. I thought I&#8217;d take a minute to answer some of the most commonly asked questions about homeopathy in the hope that you might be inspired to add it to your animal&#8217;s wellness plan. [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH Ok – time to drop a bomb. I’ve been following the latest on what’s been happening in the ultra-processed pet feed space and it’s getting to me. My frustration lies in the level of shock being expressed online and the apparent misunderstanding of how the pet feed industry works. While these [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH Hello, everyone. I have been a bit quiet amidst the ongoing online reporting of illness and deaths in pets that is allegedly in relation to specific processed pet food companies.This incident began unfolding in December of 2023. It is now becoming clear that there is a significant issue that is in [&hellip;]</p>

Do you get confused when it comes to the topic of omega 3’s? What’s the best source? How can you tell if it’s of good quality? What are the best sources? Is it rancid or not? How do you balance them with other fats? Omega 3 essential fatty acids are well-studied to be important for [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH Diagnosis of canine and feline pancreatitis cases are becoming more common. This may be because there are better diagnostic techniques available to detect it. What’s becoming clear is that pancreatitis in dogs and cats is much more common than previously expected. Veterinarians often refer to it as an “idiopathic” condition which [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH I will start this article by acknowledging that I am not a veterinarian. However, I am a researcher, a certified homeopathic practitioner, an animal nutritionist &#8211; and a concerned pet parent. I also want to say that I have a large list of well-respected and open-minded veterinarians that I work with [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH By far one of the most common questions I get asked about when it comes to dog and cat care is “Should I use flea and tick prevention?” It’s a big question and an important one. While these medications are effective at killing pests, they are also extremely toxic. In fact, [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH Senior dogs are an absolute joy to have around. For those of us who’ve had our dogs since puppyhood, all of the hard work we’ve put into integrating them as younger dogs starts to really pay off as they age. They become so easy, effortless and enjoyable to have around. The [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH When your animal isn’t feeling well, do you go into fight or flight mode? Do you make decisions out of fear or with presence? Your anxiety could be putting your pet’s health at risk… and yours! It can also have environmental impacts. Let’s talk about a hard subject: reactive vs. perceptive [&hellip;]</p>

By Sarah Griffiths, DCH There’s a great debate about dog nutrition among pet parents, animal care professionals and pet food companies. Some believe they should be eating whole prey. Others believe they should have vegetables in their diet.  There’s also the vegetarian or grain-free routes. Some people argue that they are carnivores while others say [&hellip;]</p>