Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs
by Don DVM Hamilton

Paperback - 450 pages (November 1999)
North Atlantic Books; ISBN: 155643295X

This should be the first book you buy as an introduction and education in vet homeopathy. Don has produced the definitive guide to homeopathy in animals. Useful for those interested in small animal and equine medicine alike. A must.

The Homoeopathic Treatment of Small Animals
by Christopher E. I. Day MA VetMB MRCVS

Paperback - 232 pages Rev. Ed (1990)
The C W Daniel Company Ltd; ISBN: 0852072163

An excellent first book of homeopathy for vets and small animal carers. Chris has provided a book that is readable to the novice and a treasure trove of material to the more experienced prescriber.

Homeopathy for Horses
by Tim Couzens

Tim has written the definitive guide to equine homeopathy here. It ranks alongside Chris and Don’s offerings for cats and dogs as being readable, authoritative, thorough and a reference that will set you up for decades of good home prescribing.

If you have a horse, this is a must.

Complementary and Alternative Veterinary Medicine: Principles and Practice
by Allen M. and Susan G. Wynn

A general text that comprehensively takes you through all the major complementary veterinary modalities is this work by Schoen and Wynn. If you can’t afford lots of books on lots of topics, but are hungry for information, this is a great place to start. Essential for every veterinary practice!

The Treatment of Horses by Homeopathy

George MacLeod wrote the original book some 20 years ago. I was lucky enough to be asked to edit his work to bring it up to date with modern language, contemporary conditions and additional references at the end of the book.

Although not for the homeopathic novice, I think George's work is invaluable for equine vets and more knowledgeable horse owners.

Veterinary Acupuncture: Ancient Art to Modern Medicine by Allen M. Schoen DVM MS

The definitive vet acupuncture reference text. Probably too heavy for most non-medical people, but manna from heaven for those studying acupuncture and TCM in the veterinary field.

Essentials of Western Veterinary Acupuncture
by Samantha Lindley and Mike Cummings

Where Schoen, in the book above, is discussing acupuncture from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective, Sam Lindley and Mike Cummings come at things more from a ‘Western’ medico-scientific bent. Sounds scary, but if you like ‘facts’ more than the more difficult to grasp concepts of TCM, this is the book for you.

Four Paws, Five Directions by Cheryl Schwartz

Fantastic reading for vets practicing veterinary acupuncture, for lay people interested in Reiki and acupressure in animals.

Equine Acupressure by Nancy Zidonis

An immense book by Nancy Zidonis; allows non-medical owners to experience the power of acupuncture completely safely.

The Barf Diet: For Cats and Dogs
Give Your Dog a Bone by Ian Billinghurst

The bible for all those interested in feeding raw food to cats and dogs for both beginners and the experienced Barf-er.

The book covers the sound scientific principles on which the evolutionary BARF diet - is based on. The question of feeding bones and the fear of bacteria in the BARF DIET. There are recipes and other highly relevant and practical information to assist in the home production of BARF diets for both dogs and cats.

Natural Nutrition For Dogs and Cats
by Kymythy Schultze

"Each new day brings validity to what wise nutritionists-and your mother-have been saying for years: Eat good food and stop eating junk!"

Real Food for Dogs and Cats by Clare Middle

Clare has written here a great little book. Based primarily on Ian Billinghurst’s work in The Barf Diet, but with additions of her own. I don’t agree with everything she’s written, but endorse most. A good read from a great vet.

Veterinary Herbal Medicine by Susan G. Wynn DVM

The bible of vet herbal medicine. All you need to know. Again – beware – this book will give you information which, if you are not qualified, could be dangerous.

As a reference for vets and non-vets, it is sublime – rigorous and scientific as only Susan Wynn can be – readable and every page containing real gems of information for all levels of proficiency.

Herbal Medicine for Dogs by Mary Boughton

Just a simple, no nonsense paperback to whet your appetite for herbal medicine. A great place to start – not to much jargon, not too much biochemistry, just simple instructions on how to use herbs in the home for your dog.

Dr.Kidd's Guide to Herbal Cat Care by Randy Kidd

‘Cats are not small dogs’, as they tell you at vet college. Nothing is more pertinent than when dealing with cats with herbs or essential oils. If you have a cat, then get a cat book, do not assume that there is complete crossover with herbs. There is most definitely not.

This is a good example of a cat book that will keep you out of trouble. Again – if in doubt, consult your vet for a diagnosis and then to chat about treatment options.

A Modern Horse Herbal by Hilary Page Self

Simple, well written and everything you need to get you off the ground.

Hilary has been advising us on herbs for horses for years. At last she’s written a lovely book for our own reference.

The Secret Teachings of Plants:
The Intelligence of the Heart in Direct Perception of Nature by Stephen Harrod Buhner

The Scientific Basis of Integrative Medicine by Leonard A. Wisneski

Some incredible insights in this book; psychoneuroimmunology, how stress causes a large proportion of human disease (heart disease, diabetes, cancer, depression etc.) and how modern medicine is not addressing these things comprehensively.

Energy Medicine: The Scientific Basis by James L. Oschman

Similar to the book above, but looking at how the cell works at a molecular level, then bringing this up from the micro level to the macro level and discussing homeopathy, chiropractic, acupuncture in this context. Oschman is a man to watch.