Herbal Medicine at Quinte Animal Hospital (QAH)

The veterinarian in-charge of herbal medicine at QAH, is knowledgeable of the interactions between different forms of treatment and is able to interpret the patient’s response to treatment. Where necessary therefore, they can combine herbal treatments with other forms of treatment for synergistic healing effects. Contact us today to set up an appointment with Dr. Maria Kibicho, our Certified Veterinarian in herbal medicine.

Herbal medicine is the use of herbs, either alone or in combination with other herbs, for medicinal purposes. It is based on plant extracts that contain ingredients with active therapeutic properties.

Herbal medicine comes in various forms: fresh herbs, dried herbs, oils, capsules, tablets, liquid extracts, and creams.

Herbal medicine can eliminate the need for chronic medications. The components of herbal formulas may act synergistically to give greater positive effects than would be possible when used individually. 

Research shows that herbal medicine improves the functioning of the liver, kidneys, heart, and immune system; reduces inflammation; normalizes smooth muscle contraction; promotes death of tumor cells; and eliminates pain.

Herbal approaches have been developed for the management of conditions such as epilepsy, chronic kidney failure, chronic lameness, hormonal disorders, behavioral disorders, allergic skin disease, liver failure, and inflammatory bowel disease. Some herbs can also be used to support the normal functioning of specific organs.

Because of the potential harm of herbs if administered inappropriately, herbal treatment must only be administered after a comprehensive assessment. Thus, only a trained veterinarian should prescribe herbal treatments.

Herbal Medicine at Quinte Animal Hospital (QAH)

The veterinarian in-charge of herbal medicine at QAH, is knowledgeable of the interactions between different forms of treatment and is able to interpret the patient’s response to treatment. Where necessary therefore, they can combine herbal treatments with other forms of treatment for synergistic healing effects. Contact us today to set up an appointment with Dr. Maria Kibicho, our Certified Veterinarian in herbal medicine.

Herbal medicine is the use of herbs, either alone or in combination with other herbs, for medicinal purposes. It is based on plant extracts that contain ingredients with active therapeutic properties.

Herbal medicine comes in various forms: fresh herbs, dried herbs, oils, capsules, tablets, liquid extracts, and creams.

Herbal medicine can eliminate the need for chronic medications. The components of herbal formulas may act synergistically to give greater positive effects than would be possible when used individually. 

Research shows that herbal medicine improves the functioning of the liver, kidneys, heart, and immune system; reduces inflammation; normalizes smooth muscle contraction; promotes death of tumor cells; and eliminates pain.

Herbal approaches have been developed for the management of conditions such as epilepsy, chronic kidney failure, chronic lameness, hormonal disorders, behavioral disorders, allergic skin disease, liver failure, and inflammatory bowel disease. Some herbs can also be used to support the normal functioning of specific organs.

Because of the potential harm of herbs if administered inappropriately, herbal treatment must only be administered after a comprehensive assessment. Thus, only a trained veterinarian should prescribe herbal treatments.