In the ever-growing world of holistic health for animals, I’ve noticed a rise in fads — trends that pop up overnight, making big promises, and often preying on people’s desperation, love, and grief.

As a qualified animal homeopath and someone who’s walked the path of deep loss and hard decisions, this is something I feel incredibly passionate about.

When Desperation Meets the Marketplace.  Many of the guardians I work with have turned to homeopathy only after trying everything else. By the time they reach out, their animal is dealing with something big — chronic skin issues, unexplained behavioural shifts, autoimmune disease, even cancer.

And the truth is: I’ve been there too.

When my girl Willow became unwell, I turned over every stone, looked at every possibility. I exhausted every avenue, clung to every glimmer of hope. I know the sleepless nights, the endless scrolling, the frantic Google searches. I understand what it means to love so deeply you’d try anything.

But what makes me both angry and incredibly sad is seeing people out there willing to cash in on that kind of heartbreak. Claiming miracle cures. Selling quick fixes. Tapping into fear.

The Bone Fad That Made Me Pause.  I was recently told about a new trend that involves feeding specific bones from different parts of animals’ bodies to fur-baby's — the claim being that this can heal grief and trauma.

Now listen, I’m open. I really am. I never shut a door just because something sounds strange. But I always, always listen to my gut. And with this one? My gut said no.

So, I researched. I traced the roots of this practice, looked for case studies, for tradition, for truth. What I found was something that had appeared out of nowhere — no real foundation, no context, no energetic coherence.

I walked away.

Our Animals Know What They Need.  Willow showed me the way. After exhausting every possible treatment path, she was the one who chose. She refused everything — except homeopathy.

She knew.
She was wiser than me.

And it was through her that I truly started to trust the innate intelligence of our animals.

Why I Chose Homeopathy.  Not many people know this, but when my mum passed from cancer, I was left asking why. Why do people — and animals — get sick? Why do some heal and others don’t? I was desperate to make sense of it.

That search led me to homeopathy. A system that doesn’t just treat symptoms but sees the animal as a whole being — emotionally, physically, energetically.

It was the only thing that made sense to me.

Be Discerning. Be Grounded.  This isn’t a blog to say “don’t try new things.” It’s a reminder to question everything. To check in with your gut. To observe your animal — not through the lens of fear, but through the lens of connection.

Because while we might be their guardians, they have wisdom too.

And sometimes, I wonder — would they make the same choices for themselves that we’re making on their behalf?

There’s No Shortcut to Healing.  In this world of marketing, influencers, and shiny new “cures,” it’s so easy to be swept up in hope. But healing — real, deep healing — doesn’t come from a trend. It comes from tuning in. Asking questions. And most of all, staying true to your animal’s needs and your values.

So yes, explore outside the box. But don’t throw your discernment out the window.

Ask:

• Does this feel grounded?

• Is there any substance behind the claims?

• What does my animal actually want?

Because more often than not, our animals are already guiding us. We just need to slow down and listen.

Want to Explore True Natural Healing?  If you’re seeking a grounded, heart-led path for your animal’s health — I’m here. Whether it’s chronic dis-ease or emotional imbalances, homeopathy and animal kinesiology offer powerful ways to support true healing from the inside out.

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