Animal Holistic Therapies

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Specialist in alternative treatments, specialising in IVDD, musculoskeletal conditions, neurological disorders and mobility issues using effective modalities such as:
✔️ Acupuncture
✔️ Infrared Laser Therapy
✔️ Chiropractic Care
✔️ Natural Supplements

17/02/2026

Meet Jazz, a sweet little terrier cross who used to spend her days endlessly licking and chewing her feet. Her fur was stained, her hair patchy, and she just never seemed truly comfortable.

Her mum had tried what felt like every probiotic out there, hoping something would calm Jazz’s itchy skin - but nothing really made a difference.

That changed when she introduced Canine Vital Probiotic Plus.
Since starting Probiotic Plus, the change has been lovely to see.

The constant licking and chewing has settled.
The staining around her mouth and paws has gradually cleared.

Her hair has grown back, and her coat looks healthier than it has in a long time (still a little scruffy — she is a terrier after all!).

Most importantly, at 13 years of age, Jazz is back to being bright, playful, and comfortable in herself again.

Her mum told us,
“It’s the first time in years Jazz has been this comfortable in her own skin.”

If your dog is constantly scratching, licking, or experiencing skin flare-ups, please know you’re not alone. These issues can be incredibly frustrating and often there’s more going on beneath the surface.

If you’ve been dealing with something similar and feeling unsure about what to try next, feel free to reach out - happy to guide you and see how we can support your dog.

16/02/2026

The Truth About Dogs Allergies

Many people think allergies are only caused by grass, pollen or the environment.
And yes — those things can trigger symptoms.

But here’s what most people don’t realise:
👉 Many allergy symptoms are linked to gut health.

Your dog’s immune system is closely connected to their gut.
When the gut is out of balance, the immune system can become over-reactive.

That’s when we start seeing:
• Itchy skin
• Red paws
• Ear infections
• Constant licking
• Hot spots
• Upset stomach
• Loose stools

The grass may be the trigger…But the gut often determines how severe the reaction is.

When the gut is supported properly, many dogs cope much better with environmental triggers.
That’s why supporting the gut matters!

If your dog has persistent itching, it might be time to look at supporting their gut health.

Click here to find out how to support your dog's gut and address the issue from the inside out.
https://caninevital.com.au/products/dog-probiotics

With everyone using ChatGPT these days, I figured… why not give it a go and test it myself 😅So I asked the question!I ha...
15/02/2026

With everyone using ChatGPT these days, I figured… why not give it a go and test it myself 😅

So I asked the question!

I have to admit… I was so happy to see Canine Vital Spinal Health came as #1!

I created this specifically with spinal structure in mind - not just general joint support. Many supplements on the market focus on hips and elbows, but the spine has unique demands that require a more targeted approach.

This formula was developed from decades of treating spinal challenges daily in clinic. It was built around what I see working in real patients - helping them recover faster and maintain stronger spinal support.

Now, it’s important to understand something:
𝗜𝗩𝗗𝗗 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.
𝗜𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗮 𝗱𝗼𝗴’𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱.

But that doesn’t mean we can’t support the spine.
What we can do is focus on:
- Strengthening and supporting the spine
- Helping the body better manage flare-ups
- and potentially reducing the severity or frequency of episodes.

It’s not about curing IVDD. It’s about giving the body the nutritional support it needs to cope better. For families navigating IVDD or spinal injuries, proactive spinal support can be one piece of the bigger picture.

Click here to learn more about Spinal Health
https://caninevital.com.au/products/spinal-health

PS: Spinal Health isn’t just for specific breeds!
It has supported countless dogs across many breeds - from those with minor back discomfort, to super active dogs needing extra spinal support, and even dogs recovering from paralysis who require additional support.

It’s about strengthening and supporting the spine at every stage - not just responding when there’s already a problem. 🐾

13/02/2026

𝐀𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 & 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲 - 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

One of our favourite treatment pairings in clinic is acupuncture + infrared laser therapy - because together, they work beautifully.

✨ 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲
Provides immediate pain relief, relaxes muscle tissue, and stimulates deep tissue healing by delivering targeted light energy exactly where it’s needed. It accelerates the body’s natural repair process.

✨ 𝐀𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
Helps reduce inflammation, relax tight muscles, calm the nervous system, and address the root cause of pain. It supports long-term healing, not just symptom relief.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐭 𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 ✨

Infrared Laser will give 𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟!

Acupuncture helps them stay better by 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞/𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞.

𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥!
✔ Reduce pain
✔ Improve mobility
✔ Speed up healing
✔ Create longer-lasting results

12/02/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬?

Many people assume that arthritis pain comes purely from the bone changes.
But that’s not quite the full story.

It’s not just the bone changes alone that hurt - it’s the inflammation and irritation those changes create within the joint tissues.

As cartilage wears down and joints become unstable, the surrounding tissues become inflamed. That inflammation triggers pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

So when we’re supporting an arthritic dog, we’re not just thinking about “bone changes” - we’re thinking about calming inflammation, supporting joint tissues, and improving overall joint function.

In our clinic, we take a multimodal approach, combining targeted treatments with supplementation to help manage pain, support mobility, and improve quality of life.

10/02/2026

💔➡️💛 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐭… 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐢𝐧

When Tina, a 7-year-old Kelpie, came to us a few weeks ago, she couldn’t walk at all. She had lost movement in her back legs and needed to be carried into the clinic. Her mum was heartbroken and felt she was running out of options after trying medications with little to no improvement.

After receiving treatment with us, alongside daily support with Canine Vital Spinal Health, the change has been remarkable.

This morning, Tina walked into the clinic on her own. 🐾

She’s not fully there yet, and there’s still important work ahead — gentle exercise, gradual weight management, and ongoing care will all play a role in her recovery. But the progress so far has been incredibly encouraging, and a powerful reminder of what the body is capable of when given the right support at the right time.

🧠 𝐀 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭:
Although she was paralysed, this was 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐈𝐕𝐃𝐃. This was likely an injury-related 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧. These cases can look just as severe as IVDD, but the difference is that injury-related disc problems often respond 𝐦𝐮𝐜𝐡 𝐟𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 to treatments and targeted spinal support (Spinal Health supplement).

This case is a great reminder that:
* 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐝
* 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡
* 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲, 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

07/02/2026

IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease) is something we see regularly in clinic - especially in breeds like Dachshunds, French Bulldogs, Cavoodles.

These scans aren’t necessary for me to treat my patients, but they help owners understand exactly where the disc is affecting the spinal cord and why a dog may experience pain, weakness, or changes in mobility. This information guides how we best support each dog’s recovery and comfort.

Every dog is different, and care should always be individualised. This video is for education only and not a diagnosis.

Understanding the spine helps us support our furry kid better!

✨ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝐆𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐎𝐆𝐒 ✨This one’s too good not to share — especially during the festive season! 🎄🐾One...
23/12/2025

✨ 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝐆𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐎 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐎𝐆𝐒 ✨

This one’s too good not to share — especially during the festive season! 🎄🐾
One of our patients, Dozer, was struggling with really bad gastro. Weeks of medications weren’t helping… until one SIMPLE trick worked wonders.

🩺 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐂? 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐬
Think of it as your gut’s magic thickener. Cheap, safe, and it works for dogs - yes, humans too!

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬:
1️⃣ Binds to toxins in the gut, preventing absorption and letting the body safely flush them out. Fast, effective, natural.
2️⃣ Binds to liquids, helping to firm up diarrhoea and thicken stools — quick relief when you need it most.

Where to get it: Coles, Woolworths, or your nearest chemist! 🛒

💡 𝐏𝐫𝐨 𝐭𝐢𝐩: For even better results, pair it with 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 & 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐬 to support gut health and keep tummies happy. 🐾
https://caninevital.com.au/products/dog-probiotics

💌 Share this with a friend who has a sensitive pup or stomach - it could save their festive season!

As we come to the end of a huge year, we want to take a moment to say thank you to every single one of you.Thank you for...
23/12/2025

As we come to the end of a huge year, we want to take a moment to say thank you to every single one of you.

Thank you for trusting us with your precious fur kids, for allowing us to be part of their healing journeys, and for believing in a holistic approach for your pet's health and wellbeing. This year has brought growth, challenges, and some truly special breakthroughs - and none of it would have been possible without you.

Every dog we care for, every message we receive, and every story of progress reminds us why we do what we do. Whether your journey with us has just begun or you’ve been walking alongside us for some time, it is truly a privilege to support you and your fur kids.

We also want to take a quiet moment to acknowledge the clients and beautiful souls who are no longer with us. You are deeply missed. We miss the chats, the updates, and seeing your familiar faces walk through our doors.

As we celebrate Christmas, we wish you, your families, and your beloved fur kids a season filled with love, peace, good health, and beautiful moments together.

Thank you for being part of our holistic family and for making this year so meaningful. We look forward to continuing this journey with you in the year ahead.

With love,
Neil & Mel 🐾

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐬 🦷🐾Take a moment and look inside your dog’s mouth. Go on… I’ll wait 👀What do yo...
22/12/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐒𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐬 🦷🐾

Take a moment and look inside your dog’s mouth. Go on… I’ll wait 👀

What do you see?
• Sharp canine teeth designed to grip and tear
• Razor-like incisors built to strip meat from bone
• Blade-shaped molars made for cutting flesh

⚠️ Now here’s the important question ⬇️
❓Do you see flat grinding teeth like cows or horses have?
You don’t! ❌

Why? because dogs aren’t built to eat plants or grains.

Your dog’s mouth tells a story millions of years in the making.
A story of meat, bone, and fat - not biscuits, fillers, or ultra-processed food.

Yet today, many dogs are fed diets their bodies were never designed to handle… and we wonder why we’re now seeing a rise in:
• Chronic inflammation
• Gut and digestive issues
• Skin problems and allergies
• And a growing list of other preventable health concerns

✨ 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐛𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐧’𝐭 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐰𝐥 — 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦. 🐾

💬 If your pup could choose their own diet… what would it look like?

20/12/2025

𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐲’𝐬 𝐈𝐕𝐃𝐃 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲: 𝐍𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐬 𝐃𝐨𝐞𝐬𝐧’𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦 🐾

We’d like to share Penny’s story, as it’s an important reminder for all dog owners navigating IVDD.
Penny has a history of IVDD and has experienced several episodes in the past where disc issues caused wobbly legs. Each time, we were able to help her return to normal without surgical intervention. Purely with holistic treatments and Canine Vital supplement.
https://caninevital.com.au/products/spinal-health

Recently, however, Penny just wasn’t herself. Her mum, Carmen, tried to contact us earlier in the week, but we were interstate at the time. Concerned, she took Penny to the vet. Despite two visits, it still wasn’t clear what was wrong as Penny was walking well and her reflexes (how fast she corrects her back toes when folded over) were normal, making it difficult to pinpoint the issue.

Because Penny has been consistently taking Canine Vital Spinal Health, even though this appears to be a relapse, the signs were much more mild and subtle than in her previous episodes. That said, as pet parents, you know your dog best and Carmen knew straight away that something wasn’t right.

When Penny was brought in it did not take long to determine that Penny was having a mild episode in the thoracic region of her spine (above the ribcage) which can show signs of nerve pain, rather than wobbly back legs.
Penny received treatment yesterday and will continue with her usual IVDD management plan, including crate rest, medication, and doubling the dose of her Canine Vital supplement to support her recovery.

Penny’s story is a powerful reminder that disc problems don’t always present with paralysis or wobbly legs. Subtle changes — discomfort, pain, or simply “not being themselves” — can be just as important. These can be the early signs of pain, which if left untreated, can progress quickly to a more serious issue. Trust your instincts and act early; it truly makes all the difference.

🎄 CHRISTMAS HAM = EMERGENCY VET TRIP 🚨This festive season, as tempting as it is at Christmas, please keep the ham OFF yo...
19/12/2025

🎄 CHRISTMAS HAM = EMERGENCY VET TRIP 🚨

This festive season, as tempting as it is at Christmas, please keep the ham OFF your pup's plate or as treats.

Ham is packed with fat and salt that can trigger PANCREATITIS in dogs – and an emergency dash to the vet is the last thing anyone wants over the holidays!

Signs to watch for:
✓ Vomiting
✓ Abdominal pain
✓ Loss of appetite
✓ Lethargy

Please stick to dog-safe treats this Christmas. Your pup (and your wallet) will thank you! 🐾

Love them enough to say NO - even when they give you THAT look 🐶🥹

Address

Ellis Lane
Ellis Lane, NSW
2570

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61246558151

Website

https://www.animalholistictherapies.com.au/

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About us

Animal Holistic Therapies is a clinic located in South West Sydney that offers alternative treatments for the canine and feline family members. We specialise in spinal conditions and lameness. Specifically we treat musculo-skeletal conditions affecting movement such as arthritis, joint and muscular injuries all the way through to spinal injuries and neurological conditions.

Neil is the main practitioner at Animal Holistic Therapies. He started his vocation in holistic animal health care by obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine) at Western Sydney University, covering both herbal medicine and acupuncture for humans. He then travelled to China for his post-graduate qualification of Veterinary Acupuncture from Nanjing Shi Huang Institute of Animal Science & Technology. Neil also received formal training as a Chiropractitioner in Veterinary Orthopaedic Manipulation [VOM] in America.

Neil is a third generation practitioner in this unique field of animal physical therapy; a distinction in itself. His father and mentor, Gary Barnsley, is a renown specialist in the greyhound industry who practised in Greendale for over 45 years. Gary was trained by his father-in-law, William Burns – a pioneer of chiropractic and acupuncture treatment for animals in Australia.