In this Ask a vet Q&A, Dr. Christina Chambreau, DVM, CVH and Dr. Jeff Feinman, DVM, CVH led an incredibly informative holistic pet wellness Q&A session that was packed with practical guidance for pet parents seeking natural healing approaches.

During this comprehensive session, our expert veterinarians addressed real questions from pet parents dealing with everything from chronic skin issues and anxiety to kidney problems and behavioral challenges. They emphasized their core philosophy that true healing comes from rebalancing your pet’s vital energy field rather than simply suppressing symptoms.

Key Takeaways You Won’t Want to Miss:

The Foundation of Holistic Pet Health

• Why rebalancing your pet’s energy field leads to lasting wellness
• The importance of understanding cure vs. palliation vs. suppression
• How to evaluate if treatments are providing deep healing

Summary of Weekly Q&A Session Topics:

• 0:00 – Meeting Introduction and Overview: Drs. Feinman and Chambreau welcome participants and explain the holistic approach of balancing vital force rather than just treating symptoms.
• 3:10 – Itching and Skin Issues: Discussion on addressing root energetic imbalances causing itching, with a case example of resolution without steroids.
• 7:04 – Gut Imbalance and Probiotics: Participant shares dog’s post-antibiotic itching; advice given on cautious probiotic use to rebalance gut health.
• 21:13 – Mobility and Rehab for Older Cats: Exploring chiropractic, osteopathic, and rehab treatments plus fresh food diet for an 18-year-old cat with stiffness.
• 22:39 – Picky Eating and Anxiety in Cats: Strategies for addressing an 11-year-old cat’s food selectivity and anxiety using protein variety and flower essences.
• 24:03 – Caring for Geriatric Cats: Case of 18-year-old cat’s health recovery; importance of homeopathic care, fresh food, and loving end-of-life support.
• 1:05:21 – Recap and Closing: Drs. wrap up session and encourage participants to use the HA forum or contact them directly for additional support.

Dr. Christina

Christina Chambreau, DVM, is an internationally known homeopathic veterinarian and associate editor of the Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, she’s written several books on animal healthcare.

After opening her own homeopathy veterinary practice in 1983, she founded the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy and was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School for ten years.

Dr. Christina is also an integrative medicine adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program and lectures on a wide array of topics including integrating holistic options into veterinary practices, as well as guidance on how to choose the best approaches to heal animals and sustainability.

Dr. Jeff

Jeffrey Feinman, BA, VMD, CVH, graduated in 1985 from the University of Pennsylvania and was Penn’s first veterinary dual-degree University Scholar, holding both molecular biology and veterinary degrees. He is the founder of HolisticActions.com and dedicated to pet parent empowerment.

Dr. Jeff is devoted to researching about how to harness the innate power of the individual using Vitality and Balance. He and his wonderful wife Amy live with Archie, a rescue pup, and a Rex cat named Tigger.

Are you trying to “detox” your pet when you should be doing something completely different? In this month’s Ask the Vet Q&A with Dr. Christina Chambreau and Dr. Jeff Feinman, we shatter the detox myth and reveal what your pet ACTUALLY needs for true healing.

If you’re dealing with kidney issues, digestive problems, or wondering how to transition from conventional to holistic care, this video will transform how you think about your pet’s health journey.

What You’ll Discover:

• Why detoxing is usually unnecessary (and what to do instead)
• The energy field approach that addresses root causes, not just symptoms
• How to properly transition your pet to fresh food diets
• Real solutions for kidney disease, Cushing’s, and chronic health issues
• When supplements are actually needed vs. marketing hype

Dr. Christina

Christina Chambreau, DVM, is an internationally known homeopathic veterinarian and associate editor of the Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, she’s written several books on animal healthcare.

After opening her own homeopathy veterinary practice in 1983, she founded the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy and was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School for ten years.

Dr. Christina is also an integrative medicine adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program and lectures on a wide array of topics including integrating holistic options into veterinary practices, as well as guidance on how to choose the best approaches to heal animals and sustainability.

Dr. Jeff

Jeffrey Feinman, BA, VMD, CVH, graduated in 1985 from the University of Pennsylvania and was Penn’s first veterinary dual-degree University Scholar, holding both molecular biology and veterinary degrees. He is the founder of HolisticActions.com and dedicated to pet parent empowerment.

Dr. Jeff is devoted to researching about how to harness the innate power of the individual using Vitality and Balance. He and his wonderful wife Amy live with Archie, a rescue pup, and a Rex cat named Tigger.

Are you unknowingly masking your pet’s symptoms instead of unlocking true healing? In this month’s ask the vet Q&A with Dr. Christina and Jeff Feinman, “Stop Masking Symptoms! Unlock True Healing for Your Pets Today,” we dive into the transformative power of holistic approaches that prioritize long-term health over temporary fixes.

Whether you’re struggling with recurring issues like hyperthyroidism, digestive problems, or behavioral concerns, or looking for better ways to support your pet’s well-being, this video is your roadmap to results-driven care that treats the WHOLE animal, not just isolated symptoms.

Dr. Christina

Christina Chambreau, DVM, is an internationally known homeopathic veterinarian and associate editor of the Integrative Veterinary Care Journal, she’s written several books on animal healthcare.

After opening her own homeopathy veterinary practice in 1983, she founded the Academy Of Veterinary Homeopathy and was on the faculty of the National Center for Homeopathy Summer School for ten years.

Dr. Christina is also an integrative medicine adjunct faculty liaison for the Maryland Veterinary Technician Program and lectures on a wide array of topics including integrating holistic options into veterinary practices, as well as guidance on how to choose the best approaches to heal animals and sustainability.

Dr. Jeff

Jeffrey Feinman, BA, VMD, CVH, graduated in 1985 from the University of Pennsylvania and was Penn’s first veterinary dual-degree University Scholar, holding both molecular biology and veterinary degrees. He is the founder of HolisticActions.com and dedicated to pet parent empowerment.

Dr. Jeff is devoted to researching about how to harness the innate power of the individual using Vitality and Balance. He and his wonderful wife Amy live with Archie, a rescue pup, and a Rex cat named Tigger.