I have had the opportunity to work with assistance animals and care for family pets for the past 23 years. Approximately 40 percent of my patients suffer from the pain of arthritis. Osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that is caused by the degeneration of cartilage, causing bone-to-bone contact around affected joints, which makes it difficult…
I have worked many emergency shifts during the holiday seasons and I can surly tell you, there are many times people came into the clinic with issues that could have been prevented. Pets & Cars In cold weather, many outdoor cats and dogs may seek shelter underneath your car because its warm. A simple remedy…
In preparation for Thanksgiving and all the food festivities soon to begin, I have a simple recipe for you to share with your dog and cat, I call this treat “Mr. Moore’s Turkey Pops”. It’s a simple recipe to use up all those wonderful leftover turkey bones from your meal. Funny thing, I never really…
We talk a lot about issues with the quality of your dog’s food. But even high quality food can cause problems if it’s not properly balanced for your dog’s needs. Dr. Joyce Gerardi with Kindred-Canines in Motion gives us 10 health problems that can arise if your dog is not eating a proper diet. #1 –…
KIM will keep you posted as we learn more about incorporating a Voyce wellness program for our Kindred-Caninesinmotion.org (KIM) patients. KIM offers a very successful Telemedicine wellness program. Many of our clients are homebound and have a variety of physical limitations. Today’s technology has been an incredible asset for Dr. Joyce to offer special services…
I would like to introduce all of my Kindred-Canines In Motion patients and friends to a non-toxic flea and tick solution this summer that really works! This system is for both dogs and cats of any age too. I will be trying this system myself on Mr. Moore (A Hearing Dog with chronic allergies) and…
All you need is a large Stainless Steel Stock Pot or a Crock Pot *Kindred-Canines In Motion, NC and FL patients: Please try to Limit the amounts of Chicken, Lamb or Veal fed during the HOT Weather seasons, as these animal proteins are VERY Warm proteins. Turkey, Beef, Pork or Fish are Cool animal proteins…
I recently had a live video chat through Vet on Demand with Melissa Clinton from www.mkclinton.com. Her dog, Bentley, was suffering from allergies and ear infections and I explained the effects of hot and cool proteins in a dog’s diet and how it can effect allergies. She wrote about her Vet on Demand experience with me…
“Keep it simple! Chick-fil-a’s Truett Cathy has it right. “In my practice I share with my clients, if you apply a few basic principles you will see positive changes in your pet’s health: from weight loss, healthier skin and a pet with more energy.” Dr. Joyce Gerardi #1 Make a Choice for a Better Standard…
Kindred-Canines in Motion Inc. and Dr. Joyce are educating pet parents and helping local dogs, cats and Service Animals with joint pain. We all love are pets and hate to see them in chronic pain as they enter into their senior years. I have been a Veterinarian now for over 21 years and I must…
Do your joints ache? Are you slowing down because of your Arthritis?… What about your Pet? PRP…How does it work? Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) is a trending topic in human sports orthopedic medicine. PRP has been used to treat human injuries for almost 20 years! PRP is a breakthrough treatment for animals too. It’s as…
I am asking for your help this Christmas Season. Your kind donation of any amount can truly help a family with a great need. Funds are needed for a Stem Cell Procedure ($2,200) for a Medical Alert dog, named Russell who is suffering from knee arthritis. Russell alerts to Gregory’s respiratory distress and equipment failure…
Holidays are a great time for all of us but this could be a bad time for pets to go off of their diet. Listen to this interview with Dr. Joyce Gerardi to learn how you can keep your pets safe during this holiday season. [soundcloud url=”https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/125330750″ params=”color=ff6600&auto_play=false&show_artwork=true” width=”100%” height=”166″ iframe=”true” /]
“Baxter was facing the possibility of paralysis and being on medication for the foreseeable future. Dr. Joyce offered us the opportunity to try acupuncture in conjunction with modern medicine in hopes that paralysis would not set in and medication would be temporary. Thanks to her Acupuncture treatments and Herbal Medicines Baxter no longer shows signs…
Service animals are known for their loyalty and ability to service people with all types of disabilities. The people they help become attached and dependent on these services and the dog often becomes a member of the family. Unfortunately, as is true with humans, these animals get older and start to experience health issues of…
We all love our animals. They’re a part of our families, and that is emphasized to an even greater degree if your animal is a Service or Assistance dog. We all want to live longer, healthier lives, and we should include our four-legged friends in that goal, too. If our goal is to remain environmentally…
Homemade dog treats are much healthier than most store-bought treats because they are preservative-free and made from natural products that you choose. Sweet potato chips are delicious dog treats that are healthy and easy to make. Sweet potatoes are loaded with beneficial nutrients like Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Potassium and Iron. Since it’s one of…
The Honest Kitchen’s goal is to ensure your dog and cat is getting the absolute best pet food possible. This happens through the quality of ingredients they use, the careful process of dehydration and their commitment to product quality. Additionally, they’re committed to making the community and planet a better place. All this wrapped up in every Honest Kitchen box! Healing…
What is Integrated Veterinary Medicine? Why are people searching for an Integrated Veterinarian? While it’s quite well-known that acupuncture can help alleviate the ailments of many humans, few people understand what acupuncture can do for animals as a complimentary or an integrated veterinary service. Veterinary acupuncture is a medical option that can help restore your animals’…
Service animals play an extraordinarily important role in the lives of their humans, and not simply the humans that they care for on a primary basis. All people who live with, work with and care about those with service animals are helped by the unendingly positive roles these animals play. What is the difference between…
Kindred-Canines In Motion or KIM is in need of a new Class 4 Cold laser in order to most effectively treat our patients. As a non-profit organization, we’re reaching out to our fellow animal-lovers and community members to help us meet our $25,000 fundraiser goal. We’re already half way there but we need your help!…