### About Homotoxicology – Treatment for Dogs and Cats Homotoxicology, a branch of alternative medicine, focuses on detoxifying the body by eliminating substances that cause diseases, referred to as “homotoxins.” For pets like dogs and cats, homotoxicology involves the administration of homeopathically prepared remedies designed to stimulate the body’s self-healing processes and enhance overall health. This treatment can be used alongside conventional veterinary medicine to address a wide range of conditions such as allergies, chronic illnesses, and behavioral issues. Advocates of homotoxicology believe it provides a more holistic approach to pet healthcare, promoting not just physical but also emotional well-being.Homotoxicology

The fundamental concept of homotoxicology is that “diseases are caused when the body cannot efficiently eliminate toxic substances.”

There are many types of homotoxicology preparations available, including injectable forms, tablets, ointments, and drops (dissolvable in liquids), allowing for diverse applications depending on the situation.

Sometimes only one type is used, while other times a combination of 5-6 types is used.

The combination varies depending on where the treatment focus is.

Application skills and creativity derived from experience are crucial in treatment.

Experienced veterinarians can find better combinations suitable for each individual animal by observing responses.

Injectable preparations tend to produce relatively sharp effects but generally need to be administered at a veterinary clinic.

Since it is challenging to visit the clinic daily, it is possible to prevent treatment gaps by combining tablets and ointments that owners can administer at home.

Due to the low side effects and minimal burden on the body, it is possible to use this method in conjunction with other treatments and medications.

Of course, homotoxicology is not a cure-all, similar to other treatment methods. Supplements where other treatments fall short is a necessary perspective.
Although Homotoxicology treatment is generally positioned as a complement to conventional Western treatments, it can sometimes be used alone in situations where the body cannot endure more intensive treatments or the pet owner prefers less aggressive methods.

Homotoxicology for Renal Failure and Impaired Renal Function

Kidney disease in pets seems to be more common compared to humans. Particularly in cats, which are inherently considered to have weaker kidneys, many are diagnosed with renal failure.

In humans, renal failure typically implies a very advanced and terminal stage, where recovery of kidney function is almost impossible.

However, for cats, even relatively mild conditions are often labeled as renal failure, and there is no need to immediately give up hope saying “it’s over.”

Common treatments include subcutaneous fluids, protein restriction, and phosphorus restriction, which are known not to cure kidney disease but to slow its progression.

Adding homotoxicology to these treatments may further enhance the potential to slow down the progression of the disease.

One of the key attractions of homotoxicology is that it can be added to conventional treatments. The effectiveness can be judged based on changes in creatinine levels and overall health improvements.

If significant improvement is observed, it may be possible to reduce the frequency of subcutaneous fluids.

Since subcutaneous fluids are not pleasant experiences for dogs and cats, this reduction could help ease their stress levels. Consult with your veterinarian.

Animal Hospitals Practicing Homotoxicology

Below is a list of animal hospitals that handle Cordy* in clinical practice and have adopted homotoxicology as part of their treatment methods.

※ Please note that we do not have information on animal hospitals practicing homotoxicology other than those listed below. For more details regarding homotoxicology treatments, please contact the respective animal hospitals.

Takinomizu Animal Hospital (Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture)

Sakura Animal Hospital (Fukutsu City, Fukuoka Prefecture)