Remedies & Nosodes

Homeopathic Remedies 

Homeopathic medicines are normally referred to as "remedies".  These are diluted, potentized medicines that are made from individual, natural substances.  They can be plant, animal or mineral in origin.  All of our remedies are purchased from licensed, homeopathic pharmacies.  We prepare them in a liquid form (20% alcohol solution) for repeated dosing or send out single doses in a powdered form.  Full instructions are always provided.     

Homeopathic medicines are "animal-friendly" for several reasons.  Because their action works across the mucous membranes of the mouth, it is not necessary to swallow the medicine.  This makes it easier when dosing, since the mouth doesn't have to be opened and the remedy can be placed on the gum or inside the lip.  Even cats generally do not mind taking their medicine.  In fact, they often get excited when the bottle appears. 

Homeopathic remedies cost $30 for 1/4-ounce bottles, suitable for repeated dosing.

Homeopathic Nosodes

Nosodes are homeopathic remedies that are made from the specific products of a particular disease.  This can be tissue containing the actual disease agents or tissue affected by those agents.  Sometimes nosodes are made from vaccines containing the organisms.  The nosodes are prepared in a diluted and potentized form, just like all other homeopathic medicines.  There is no potential for an animal to become infected with a given disease agent from a nosode because of the pharmaceutical process that occurs, which dilutes and inactivates any viable organisms.  Nosodes appear to work most effectively homeopathically when administered near or at the time of exposure.  For instance, giving a Parvovirus Nosode immediately before and after a potential exposure would provide the best protection from the Nosode.

Homeopathic nosodes can be used when your companion becomes at risk for a disease before three months of age, or if warranted, in unvaccinated animals to help protect against some contagious diseases.  Many guardians use these homeopathic medicines to help protect their companions against Parvovirus, Distemper, and Kennel Cough in dogs and Panleukopenia and FIP in cats.  

Some nosodes appear to be more effective than others.  None produces titers against disease like a vaccination, so they are not vaccine replacements.  They do seem to moderate a disease condition if the animal is exposed, even if they don't prevent it. Homeopathic nosodes are another option for guardians who wish to avoid vaccinations.

Nosode appointments range from $90 to $150, depending on time and complexity. Nosodes cost $30 each and provide many doses.

They are dosed "as needed" and instructions are provided from our office.