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International conference for

November

22,23,24,25

2017

the Netherlands

Innovative Veterinary Medicine Companion animals - Horses

EduPet EducationAccustraat 3-5, 3903 LX Veenendaal, the Netherlands

T + 31 623 52 97 [email protected], www.icivm.com

Chinese herbs, Western quality since 1982

The best price for the best quality of all herbal preparations

What do we mean by the best quality of herbal preparations from the NatuurApotheek?

We guarantee the highest and the most consistent quality for all dry Chinese granulates in compliance with the tradionally used standards of quality according to the book, Notes from South Mountain.

The highest purity of all Chinese granulates are guaranteed; every batch is controlled for the presence of heavy metals and a few hundred known pesticides.

All TCM formulas are prepared from the most original pres-criptions possible; if there is a prescription with Ren Shen in it, we really use the declared amount of Ren Shen in the prepared formula.

Available are all kinds of dry granulates that can only be used by pharmacies, such as ma huang (ephedra), zi cao (li-thospermum), kuan dong hua (tussilago), bai tou weng (pulsatil-la), guan zhong (dryopteris) and pei lan (eupatorium).

We have granulates from decocted formulas and the raw forms of all herbs. Don’t forget to try our hydrophilic concentrates!

We offer expertise and safe support for your practice!

Controls for interactions with synthetic medication used by your patient are available upon request and patients or their bosses will receive personalized advice on the use of herbs in combination with synthetic medication.

Available upon request is a second opinion on your TCM treatment strategy.

Products are delivered in the best packaging for the patient:Recyclable air-tight, light-proof and water-proof packaging is used to maintain the optimal shelf-life of the product. Products are packed in convenient ready-to-shake packaging to ensure perfect mixing of granulate compounds before use.

We have many brands of acupuncture needles in stock: The Marco Polo brand can be ordered via [email protected], the brand Seirin via [email protected] or via our webshop for veterinarians, doctors and therapists on www.euroherbsshop.nl (registration needed). The brands Hwa, DongBang, Shenzhou, Orca Advanced and Tian Xie can be orde-red via [email protected].

Orders placed before 12pm are processed the same day and sent (if all raw materials are in stock).

Advantages of the NatuurApotheek

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Conference venue Prins Experience Center

Accustraat 1, 3903 LX Veenendaal

EduPet Education Center Accustraat 3-5, 3903 LX Veenendaal

[email protected] www.icivm.com + 31 623 52 97 98

Introduction 4

General information 5Conference venue 5Conference organization 5Informationdesk 5Target audience 5Language 5Wifi 5Registration 5Stay and Travel & Public transport 5Conference rates 5Vet’s Night 6

Partners & Sponsors 6

Program 7Program committee 7Accreditation 7Program at a glance 7Conference Venue 7Program 22-25, 2017 9-13 8-11

Chairs 12-13

Speakers 14-27

Tourist information 28Tourist Information Hotel-Veenendaal Van Der Valk 28

Exhibitors 29

Content

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Photo by: Martin Stubbs: www.mjsphotography.biz

Towards building an ICIVM Community! Due to the lack and recent reduction of treatment options (i.e. increasing antibiotic resistance), conventional veterinary medicine worldwide has looked to opportunities in phytotherapy for humans and animals more than ever. Three thousand years of practical experience with the medicinal use of plants has finally been

recognized. More and more active ingredients have been isolated from plants, and also whole plants or parts of plants have been more thoroughly examined for its efficacy and safety. Universities and pharmaceutical companies have been furthering their research into phytotherapy and the acquisition of Steigerwald (a German herbal drug manufacturer) from Bayer, is proof enough of this growing industry.

In addition, conventional (veterinary) medicine has become increasingly aware of the need for an individualistic approach to a patient and the demands for personalized veterinary medicine. It has also become more obvious of the need to see the patient as a whole and as part of its surroundings; the patient as an ecosystem-out-of-balance, within itself and with

its surroundings. Thus, we come to find more holistic views of complementary medicine being integrated into conventional (veterinary) medicine. This can be seen in the conventional concept of systems (veterinary) medicine, that suggests that the patient should not be separated from the total, which includes all influences of the habitat in which he lives. Also, in the conventional notion of a microbiome, we indicate that a living being (human, animal and plant) is also an ecosystem in itself. Maybe soon we will begin to unveil the secrets behind the mysterious terms of “idiopathic” and “immune mediated”.

Personalized (veterinary) medicine concentrates on individuals and small groups of similar patients and in addition, deals with more nuanced evidence-based dogma, which is mainly based on a large group of patients and can be generally biased. Clinical studies on a smaller scale of a precise patient or group of patients can be more valuable. Thus, the International Conference for Innovative Veterinary Medicine serves to provide a perfect information and knowledge sharing platform for this rapidly growing community and hopes that through this knowledge sharing, new and exciting opportunities or solutions will arise.

Atjo Westerhuis DVM

Conference venue Prins Experience Center Accustraat 1, 3903 LX Veenendaal EduPet Education CenterAccustraat 3-5, 3903 LX Veenendaal 3903 LX Veenendaal, the NetherlandsT + 31 623 52 97 98 [email protected]| [email protected]

Conference organizationEduPet Education, EduPet Education Center, Accustraat 3-5, 3903 LX Veenendaal, the Netherlands. Office: Pauline Westerhuis and Eveline Meijer, T +31 (0) 318-531250, M +31 (0) 6 23 52 97 98, [email protected], www.edupet.nl

Information deskA host(ess) will be available to assist you at the venue information desk

Target audienceVeterinarians, other professionals in the veterinary sector and students.

LanguageOfficial language of the conference is English

WifiFree Wifi is available at the venue.RegistrationGo to www.icivm.com and click on buy ticket, and you will immediately be redirected to the booking page.

Stay and travelHotel Veenendaal – Van der Valk **** (Conference Hotel) Hotel Veenendaal – Van der Valk, Bastion 73, 3905 NJ Veenendaal, the Netherlands T +31 (0)318 79 90 60, [email protected] | www.hotelveenendaal.com. For booking a room at the conference hotel, please contact the hotel directly by mail. We have arranged a special room rate for this hotel untill October 23, 2017. Reservationcode: GF4660

Meetingpoint for the shuttle service to the venue is from Hotel Veenendaal - Van der Valk.

The hotel is easily accessible by train. Public transport timetables can be found on www.9292.nl/en

Train from Amsterdam Schiphol to Veenendaal – de Klomp (IMPORTANT NOTE: do NOT take the train to Veenendaal-centrum or Veenendaal-West). The hotel is only 300 meters walking distance from the train station. Follow the signs.

Nov.22€, incl.VAT, pp

Nov.23€, incl. VAT, pp



95 95 195 195

Conference rates

The price offered is already the best deal, thus we have fixed this price for the whole ticket sale period and so we do not offer an early-bird price.

Every conference day includes: unlimited coffee/tea/soft drinks, snacks during the breaks and lunch. A conference bag will be provided for you with your registration.Students are welcome too! € 55 per day*

* please send in an e-mail to [email protected] enclosed with a copy of your student ID in order to receive a voucher code for your student discount.

General information

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Vet’s NightOn Friday night November 24, 2017, 07:30 – 11:30 PM, we are organizing a ‘Vet’s Night’. Whilst enjoying drinks and dinner (4-course dinner including drinks), the conference participants will have the opportunity to meet each other and the speakers, strengthen contacts, exchange knowledge and etc. The conference organization, including the chairs will also participate in the Vet’s Night. The dinner is also open to exhibitors from companies and educational institutes. Entertainment with music and singing will be provided by Piano&Co / Your Live Request Show, a musical trio.

Location: Hotel Veenendaal - Van der Valk

Price Vet’s Nights € 65,00 p.p. excl. VAT

Pianco & Co

Date Species Lecture room

22 Various species Experience Center

23 Companion animals Experience Center

23 Horses EduPet Center

24-25 Companion animals Experience Center

24-25 Horses EduPet Center

23-25 Exhibition Experience Center

Partners & Sponsors

Program

Program committee• Prof. dr. Vera Baumans DVM, honorary member of the SCwD* • Drs. Liesbeth Ellinger DVM, Dutch national secretary of the IAVH* • Drs. Evelien van der Waa DVM • Drs. Tannetje Koning DVM, president of the SCwD* • Drs. John Pijnappel DVM • Drs. Atjo Westerhuis DVM, honorary member of the SCwD* and founder of the IAVH*.

*SCwD = Dutch Group for Complementary Veterinary Medicine. IAVH = International Association for Veterinary Homeopathy

Accreditation CPD- Union of Practising Veterinarians in the Netherlands IVAS -International Veterinary Acupuncture Society

SNVA - Union of Dutch Veterinary Acupuncturists NGROD- Union Order of Veterinarians (Belgium)BKHD - Professional Association for Classic Homeopaths for animals

Program at a glance Wednesday: Pre-conference Seminar, Zoopharmacognosy, Phytotherapy

Thursday:Conference Theme Day, Veterinary Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation

Friday:Main Conference

Saturday:Main Conference

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Various Animal Species

Experience Center

Participants reception and registration starts at 8:00 AM | Pre-conference day starts at 9:00 AM

Applied ZoopharmacognosyCaroline Ingraham | EnglandThese talks will focus on the self-medicative behaviours that different species exhibit in response to essential oils and other plant extracts

Chair: Yee Cheng Lee

09:10-10:00 AM Applied canine pharmacognosy

5-MINUTES BREAK

10:05-10:55 AM Applied feline pharmacognosy

BREAK 10:55-11:15

11:15-12:05 AM Applied equine and herd pharmacognosy including farm animals

5-MINUTES BREAK

12:10-01:00 PM

Applied pharmacognosy with exotic speciesZoopharmacognosy is a practice displayed both by wild and captive animals, and so Applied Zoopharmacognosy could be of immense benefit to rehabilitation efforts around the world. In this seminar I will talk about how Applied Zoopharmacognosy can be used to aid individual animal health, conservation efforts and environmental enrichment programmes in Sanctuaries and Zoos. I will illustrate this with case examples of elephants, large cats and primates. Case studies include: Sinya: Potentially fatal wounds; concerns over septicaemia an Klebsiella pneumoniae. Daisy and Kye: Severely traumatised rhesus monkeys that self-harm. Ronja: The most aggressive tiger known to the zoo communities, destined to be PTS.

LUNCH 1:00 – 2:00 PM

PhytotherapyBarbara Fougere | AustraliaThese talks focus on the opportunities from phytotherapy in indications for which conventional medicine often does not have the right answer

Chair: Yee Cheng Lee

02:00- 02:50 PM Opportunities of phytotherapy for rabbits

5-MINUTES BREAK

02:55-03:45 PM Opportunities of phytotherapy for cats with chronic kidney failure

BREAK 3:45– 4:05 PM

04:05-04:55 PM Opportunities of phytotherapy for dogs with epilepsy

5-MINUTES BREAK

05:00-05:55 PM Plenary discussion on topics of the day

END OF THE PRE-CONFERENCE SEMINAR 6:00 PM

Wednesday, November 22 Pre-conference seminar Companion Animals Horses

Experience Center EduPet Center

Participants reception and registration starts at 7:15 AM | Conference day starts at 8:15 AM

(Para)VeterinarySports Medicine & Rehabilitation

Chair: Yee Cheng Lee Chair: Eric Laarakker

08:15-09:05 AM

Common injuries in different dog sports: prevention, cure, rehabilitationYolanda Elbertse | the Netherlands

Natural remedies for sport horses: FEI rules to be considered Prof. Johanna Fink-Gremmels | the Netherlands

5-MINUTES BREAK

09:10-10:00 AM

Applied Zoopharmacognosy: rehabilitation and wound healingCaroline Ingraham | United Kingdom

With reservation

5-MINUTES BREAK

10:05-10:55 AM

Walking on sunshine: photobiomodulationYolanda Elbertse | the Netherlands

Acupuncture in sport horses during championshipIna Gösmeier | Germany

BREAK 10:55 – 11:15 AM

11:15-12:05 AM

Chiropractic, osteopathy and acupuncture in (para)veterinary sportsmedicine and rehabilitationAnneke Schellingerhout | the Netherlands

The equine athlete – It is no coincidence to be victorious – homeopathic treatment of orthopedic injuries in sport horsesErich Scherr | Austria

5-MINUTES BREAK

12:10-01:00 PMPhysiotherapy in vet. sportsmedicine and rehabilitation in dogsElllen Martens | Belgium

Title about TCEM

LUNCH 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Chair: Yee Cheng Lee Chair: Eric Laarakker

02:00-02:50 PM Phytotherapy in canine sportsmedicine and rehabilitationVeerle Dejonckheere | Belgium/England/ United Kingdom

Equine interstitial lung disease treated by TCMIna Gösmeier | Germany

5-MINUTES BREAK

02:55-03:45 PM The return to the topRonald Mouwen | the Netherlands Title about physiotherapy

BREAK 3:45– 4:05 PM

04:05-04:55 PMPain management. Pros and cons of conventional and complementary therapiesYolanda Elbertse | the Netherlands

Benefits of the use of therapeutic laser in equine physical therapy Ellen Martens | Belgium

5-MINUTES BREAK

05:00-05:55 PM Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Yee Cheng Lee (chair)

Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Eric Laarakker (chair)

END OF THE CONFERENCE THEME DAY 6:00 PM

Thursday, November 23 Conference Theme Day Sportsmedicine

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Companion Animals Horses



Immunity | Orthopedic EMS | Cushing | Orthopedic

Chair: Prof. Vera Baumans Chair: Tannetje Koning

08:15-09:05 AM Old and new facts about LymeTheodoor Scheepers | the Netherlands

Equine metabolic syndrome, EMS, peripheral Cushing’s disease in horses using herbs and homeopathy | Part 1Tim Couzens | England

5-MINUTES BREAK

09:10-10:00 AMThe patient with chronic inflammatory issues – how to help with acupuncture and herbal medicineLinda Boggie | the Netherlands, USA

Equine metabolic syndrome, EMS, peripheral Cushing’s disease in horses using herbs and homeopathy | Part 2Tim Couzens | England

5-MINUTES BREAK

10:05-10:55 AMRaw food nutrition: a powerful tool in the management of immune disordersNick Thompson | England

With reservation

BREAK 10:55 – 11:15 AM

11:15-12:05 AM Myofascial kinetic lines in dogsRikke Schulz | Denmark

Moxibustion – the burning herb for musculoskeletal pain, the evidence base, how it works and how to use it for chronic pain | Part 1 Barbara Fougere | Australia

5-MINUTES BREAK

12:10-01:00 PM

Are myofascial kinetic lines the anatomical foundation for the acupuncture meridians in dogs?Rikke Schulz | Denmark

Moxibustion – the burning herb for musculoskeletal pain, the evidence base, how it works and how to use it for chronic pain | Part 2 Barbara Fougere | Australia

LUNCH 1:00 – 2:00 PM

General Lyme


02:00-02:50 PM Natural products: new insights and opportunitiesBart Halkes | the Netherlands

Old and new facts about LymeTheodoor Scheepers | the Netherlands

5-MINUTES BREAK

02:55-03:45 PMMedicinal leeches in small animal orthopedic conditions - scientific evidence and practical applicationKatja Görts | Germany

What is Lyme disease in horses? Clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and prognosisEric Laarakker | the Netherlands

BREAK 3:45– 4:05 PM

04:05-04:55 PM Hips, knees and backs – the orthopedic Bermuda triangleLinda Boggie | the Netherlands, USA

Homeopathic treatment of Lyme disease in horses Erich Scherr | Austria

5-MINUTES BREAK

05:00-05:55 PM Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Prof. Vera Baumans (chair)

Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Tannetje Koning (chair)

END OF THE 1st CONFERENCE DAY 6:00 PM | VET’S NIGHT 7:30-11:30 PM

Friday, November 24 Conference

Companion Animals Horses



Miscellaneous Behaviour | Orthopedic


08:15-09:05 AMCats are not small dogs: differences of therapeutic importanceProf. Johanna Fink-Gremmels | the Netherlands

Headshaking in horses - what can complementary medicine do?Rikke Schulz | Denmark

5-MINUTES BREAK

09:10-10:00 AMWe feed two - the body & the microbiome. The essential vital importance of a healthy gut microflora and how to cure itMarkus Kasper | Austria

Medicinal leeches in equine orthopedic conditions - scientific evidence and practical applicationKatja Görts | Germany

5-MINUTES BREAK

10:05-10:55 AMThe most important diseases by a disturbed microbiome. Health comes from the gut – sickness too!Markus Kasper | Austria

Treatment of locomotion disorders in horses using a unique combination of green lipped mussel and curcuminRichard van Dokkum | the Netherlands

BREAK 10:55 – 11:15 AM

11:15-12:05 AM

Homeopathic constitutional types in dogs and cats. Descriptions of common types with pointers and case examples.Lise Hansen | Denmark

Healing with soundsEric Laarakker | the Netherlands

5-MINUTES BREAK

12:10-01:00 PMStill Scratching? Homeopathic treatment of chronic skin disease in dogs and cats - obstacles to cure.Lise Hansen | Denmark

Equine Cushing’s disease, pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID) in horses using herbs and homeopathy Tim Couzens | England

LUNCH 1:00 – 2:00 PM

Miscellaneous Miscellaneous


02:00-02:50 PMHomeopathic treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs and cats.Lise Hansen | Denmark

Skin-disorder - Culicoides allergy a psychosomatic syndromeErich Scherr | Austria

5-MINUTES BREAK

02:55-03:45 PM Integrative approach to treating refractory epilepsyBarbara Fougere | Australia

Evaluating the use of complementary diagnostic tools in practiceErik Laarakker | the Netherlands

BREAK 3:45– 4:05 PM

04:05-04:55 PM Integrative treatment of Degenerative Myelopathy?Barbara Fougere | Australia

Title to be followedTim Couzens | England

5-MINUTES BREAK

05:00-05:55 PM Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Prof. Vera Baumans (chair)

Plenary discussion on topics of the day Led by Tannetje Koning (chair)

END OF THE CONFERENCE 6:00 PM

Saturday, November 25 Conference

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Prof.dr. Vera BaumansDVM PhD DipECLAMThe Netherlands

[email protected]

About VeraVera was trained as a veterinarian and worked as practitioner in a mixed practice before joining the Dept. of Veterinary Anatomy at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, the Netherlands, where she obtained her PhD. She moved to the Dept. of Laboratory Animal Science at the same university and became Animal Welfare Officer at Utrecht University and Academic hospital and was holding the Chair in Laboratory Animal Science at Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden for 6 years. She is involved in organizing of and teaching at courses in Laboratory Animal Science in many countries. Her research field is “Environment, behaviour and well-being of laboratory animals”. She is the founding member of the Veterinary European College of Laboratory Animal Medicine and currently member of the Council of Management of Laboratory Animals Ltd. She won the Felix-Wankel-Animal Welfare Research prize in 2011. She was president of the Study-group of homeopathic veterinarians in the Netherlands for many years and is currently member of the training committee of the group.

Drs. Eric Laarakker The Netherlands

[email protected] www.holistischdierenarts.nl

About ErikEric has been a holistic veterinarian for more than twenty years. He is an acupuncturist, also licensed human acupuncturist, chiropractor, osteopath, herbalist and homeopath. He is the owner of the Holistic Clinic for Animals Den Hoek in De Bilt, co-owner of herbal medicine Phytonics (www.phytonicsmed.com), managing director of research Lab Vialight (www.vialight.nl), managing director of organic (research) farm Efibia (www.efibia.nl), director of Healthcare Academy Den Hoek (www.healthcare-academy.nl). Eric is the author of 2 books: Horse Types and (in Dutch) Het Tevreden Paard (the happy horse).

Drs. Yee Cheng LeeMalaysia | the Netherlands

[email protected] www.edupet.nl

About ChengAfter being exposed to all kinds of practical experiences in small animal, livestock and wildlife medicine, Cheng Lee graduated as a veterinarian from Malaysia in 2014 and began working with small animals alongside her long time mentor Dr Yeoh Eng Cheong. She then decided to move to Germany to work in a mixed practice in Baden-Wurttemberg and was exposed to livestock and equine veterinary practice alongside continuing her work in small animal practice. She has since made a move to the Netherlands and is currently pursuing a certification in veterinary acupuncture from IVAS as well as actively learning homeopathy under the mentorship of Drs Atjo Westerhuis. She currently works for Edupet Education and Prins Petfoods.

Drs. Tannetje Koning DVMThe Netherlands

[email protected] www.centrumoase.nl

About TannetjeTannetje graduated in 1994 from Utrecht University, finished homeopathy studies in 1995 and worked for 9 years as a regular vet. After that she picked up studies in TCM (acupuncture and herbs), chiropraxia, flower essences, orthomolecular medicine and Western herbs. Tannetje has since been working since 2003 as a holistic vet. In 2006, she wrote a book about raw food for dogs and cats. Tannetje is the current president of the Dutch Group for Complementary Veterinary Medicine (SCwD)

CHAIRS CHAIRS

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Dr. Veerle Dejonckheere Belgium | England

[email protected]

About VeerleVeerle Dejonckheere qualified as a veterinary surgeon from the University of Gent, Belgium in 2001. After graduation she worked in a large animal practice in France before moving to the UK in 2003. She has worked at small animal practices throughout the UK, integrating chiropractic care, acupuncture, therapeutic exercise, nutrition, phytotherapy and conventional first line medicine. Since 2010 she has lived and practiced in South West England. Veerle is qualified in veterinary acupuncture, veterinary herbal medicine and veterinary chiropractic practice. She is actively involved with promoting herbal medicine within the UK veterinary community, primarily through the British Association of Veterinary Herbalists www.herbalvets.org.uk. Before settling down and having a family, Veerle travelled extensively and volunteered for animal charities in Greece and Bhutan in her spare time.

Phytotherapy in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation November 23 – 02.00 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSTen years ago there were only a handful of dedicated canine sports medicine and rehabilitation facilities in the UK. Since then an increased awareness of sports injuries has triggered increased interest from vets and more and more places are offering relevant services. Dogs are referred to a rehabilitation practice to receive treatment for a specific problem. Effective rehabilitation, however, requires stitching together information from previous assessments, procedures and prescriptions (orthopaedic or non-orthopaedic). In this talk I will outline how herbal medicine can be used alongside conventional approaches to produce an appropriately holistic treatment; I will present cases where the benefits go beyond mobility because the treatment works systemically, not just at a musculoskeletal level; I will discuss how an integrated approach to sports medicine goes beyond the basic rehabilitation objective of returning the dog to normal physical function by aspiring to improve longevity and overall wellbeing.

Dr. Richard van Dokkum The Netherlands

[email protected] www.synopet.eu

About Richard Dr. Richard P.E. van Dokkum (1969) was trained as a medical biologist and obtained his PhD in medical sciences from Erasmus University Medical Centre (Rotterdam) in 1999 and performed research on the genetics and physiology in an animal model of renal failure at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, MI, USA. After his PhD, he was invited to hold the position of assistant professor at the Department of Clinical Pharmacology, UMC Groningen, where he continued scientific animal research and was registered as Pharmacologist and Medical Physiologist. Being a horse owner for 40 years and also a breeder, instructor, rider and juror, he translated his professional and equine knowledge into building his own clinic and was successful in the approach of tendon injuries and back problems in the horse.Currently, he has his own company in guiding horses and riders in every aspect of equine sports and is Veterinary Medical Officer at Synofit B.V., where he is responsible for the veterinary content of Synopet (www.synopet.eu).

Treatment of locomotor abnormalities in the horse using a unique combination of green lipped mussel and curcuminNovember 25, 10.05 AM - HORSESIncreasing demand on the modern (sport) horse results in increasing strain on joints, ligaments and tendons, which leads to damage of these structures. In addition, horses are confronted with a certain degree of osteoarthritis. Current treatment methods are either low in efficacy (stem cell) or have side effects (corticosteroids). However, we have pure and unique supplements containing: 1. pure and un-manipulated Green lipped mussel (GLMax™) with glucosamine and rare omega-3 fatty acids, and 2. Bio Curcumin (BCM-95®) with excellent anti-inflammatory properties. These feed supplements are very promising in improving movement and flexibility of joints (including the back), tendons and ligaments of the horse. Moreover, they can improve healing of osteoarthritis in addition to tendon and ligament injuries. These liquid supplements are relatively cheap (treatment cure 1-2 times a year), contain multiple ingredients commonly used as sole supplements, have synergistic mechanism of action (including anti-inflammatory) and have high bio availability.

Dr. Linda BoggieUSA | The Netherlands

[email protected] www.boggievetacu.nl

About LindaDr. Linda Boggie graduated from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987. She became certified by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society (IVAS) in 1995 and incorporated acupuncture into her existing small animal practice. She completed the Chinese herbal course at the Chi Institute in 2004. In 2014 she became a Fellow of the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncturists. In 2003 she moved to The Netherlands and has an integrative practice in Deventer with her husband, a veterinarian specialized in dentistry and orthopedics in companion animals.Since 1998 she has lectured for various acupuncture courses, advanced continuing education seminars, congresses and symposiums in the USA, Canada, Scandinavia, Europe, Australia, China and Taiwan.

An active member of the IVAS since 1995, she served as President from 2002-08 and remains involved as the Examination committee chair and member of the Board of Directors. She enjoys Chinese veterinary medical practice, lecturing on Chinese medicine, acupuncture and the use of Chinese herbs in small animals. Any spare time is enjoyably spent with her husband, their Friesian horses, cat, two dogs and a Shetland pony.

The patient with chronic inflammatory issues – how to help with acupuncture and herbal medicineNovember 24, 09.10 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSChronic inflammatory disease is seen in many tissues and often the only answer is steroids or other immune-suppressive drugs. Acupuncture and herbal medicine can be important tools in decreasing inflammation, re-regulating the immune system and allowing the body to heal. Cases will be presented using acupuncture and Chinese herbs in chronic inflammatory bowel disease, uveitis and immune-mediated skin disease.

Hips, knees and backs – the orthopedic Bermuda triangleNovember 24, 04.05 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSLooking at the connection between the three areas and how to help with acupuncture. Dogs with problems in one of these areas will often eventually develop problems in the other two, primarily via musculotendinous connections. Western drugs are not designed to target these biomechanics but acupuncture and Chinese herbs are effective in normalizing the biomechanical relationships relieving pain and tension and providing better movement.

Dr. Tim Couzens - MRCVS, VetMFHom, CertVetAc (IVAS)England

[email protected]

About TimTim was born in South London but spent most of his childhood in Sussex. He studied veterinary medicine at the Royal Veterinary College in Camden Town, qualifying in 1980. After 10 years in regular veterinary practice he decided to pursue his interest in alternative medicine. He attended some of the very first courses to be held for vets at the Royal Homeopathic Hospital in Great Ormond Street, London gaining his VetMFHom in 1991. In 1995 he established The Holistic Veterinary Medicine Centre, a specialist multi species referral clinic for holistic veterinary medicine in Sussex offering not only homeopathy, but also acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutraceutical and dietary advice, flower essences, osteopathy and chiropractic. He is consultant to a number of companies and is a regular contributor to Dog’s Monthly magazine.

Equine Metabolic Syndrome, EMS, Peripheral Cushing’s Disease in horses using herbs and homeopathyNovember 24, 10.05 AM – HORSESThis the most common endocrine disorder seen in horses and caused by slow and progressive changes which occur to the pars intermedia area of the pituitary gland. Although the exact cause of these changes is not known, they result in the overproduction of hormones which regulate adrenal function leading to excess plasma cortisol levels - Cushing’s disease. This results in a characteristic range of symptoms which in the early stages, includes delayed shedding of the coat (hirsutism), changes in body conformation, the appearance of fat deposits, lethargy, poor performance and laminitis. As the condition progresses other symptoms can appear including abnormal sweating episodes, polyuria and polydipsia, reduced immune function (with increased risk of infection), failure to shed the winter coat, muscle wasting, cessation of the oestrus cycle, infertility, hyperglycaemia and neurological symptoms. Although this condition is not curable, both herbal and homeopathic remedies can be used successfully in the overall management, easing clinical symptoms, improving the quality of life and reducing the risk of the life-threatening aspects of this illness.

Equine Cushing’s Disease, Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID) in horses using herbs and homeopathyNovember 25, 12.10 PM – HORSESEMS is a relatively common endocrine disorder seen in horses which is not dissimilar to type 2 diabetes in humans. It typically occurs in those horses or ponies which are overweight and under exercised (most often “easy keepers”) and generally tends to be seen in younger horses compared to those which develop PPID which tend to be older. Obesity leads to insulin dysregulation resulting in post-feeding hyperinsulinemia which can trigger laminitis, a common and serious consequence of EMS. Dietary and other management changes are needed to resolve this condition and to prevent recurrence. These can be combined with both herbal and homeopathic remedies to relieve symptoms and to treat EMS cases with a greater degree of success.

SPEAKERS SPEAKERS

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Dr. Barbara FougereAustralia

[email protected] www.civtedu.org

About BarbaraDr Barbara Fougere graduated from Murdoch in 1986. She has post graduate qualifications in Integrative medicine and practices at All Natural Vet Care in Sydney and teaches for the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies internationally. She is a Past President of the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society and current chairperson of the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine. She has been a veterinary acupuncturist and herbalist for 20 years , has authored textbooks on herbal medicine and in her spare time enjoys her permaculture garden and menagerie of animals, pilates and reading antiquarian veterinary texts.

Opportunities of phytotherapy in rabbitsNovember 22, 02.00 PM – COMPANION ANIMALS Pre conference seminarRabbits are frequently used in research as models for learning about the effects of herbs and plant extracts, there is a vast evidence base. However what about the practical use of phytotherapy in rabbits and what conditions can we treat successfully? This talk reviews some of the evidence and clinical application including cases.

Opportunities of phytotherapy in cats with chronic kidney failureNovember 22, 02.55 PM – COMPANION ANIMALS Pre conference seminarCats present their own challenges when it comes to renal disease, including compliance. This talk reviews the phytotherapy for use in cats with chronic kidney disease and how to give them without losing skin or sleep.

Opportunities of phytotherapy in dogs with epilepsyNovember 22, 04.05 PM – COMPANION ANIMALS Pre conference seminarPhytotherapy for seizures offers adjunctive use to reduce the side effects of drugs; alternatives to drugs and neuroprotective effects that can aid in the management of long term epilepsy. This talk explores the Western herbs that are useful and how to use them.

Moxibustion – the burning herb for musculoskeletal pain, the evidence base, how it works and how to use it for chronic pain | Part 1November 24, 11.15 AM – HORSESMoxibustion is a traditional oriental medicine that stimulates acupuncture points through heat generated by burning moxa wool. Find out why burning this herb works and how to use it in the treatment of pain and other conditions.

Moxibustion – the burning herb for musculoskeletal pain, the evidence base, how it works and how to use it for chronic pain | Part 2November 24, 12.10 AM – HORSES

Moxibustion is a traditional oriental medicine that stimulates acupuncture points through heat generated by burning moxa wool. Find out why burning this herb works and how to use it in the treatment of pain and other conditions.

Integrative approach to treating refractory epilepsyNovember 25, 02.55 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSAn integrative approach includes reviewing stress, diet, medications and triggers for seizures. This talk highlights some underlying conditions that can substantially contribute to seizures and managing cases.

Integrative treatment of Degenerative Myelopathy?November 25, 04.05 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSNew information and research points to the value of herbal medicine as part of an integrative approach to treating this frustrating condition. Find out herbs and formulas that modify this disease and provide a strong rationale for use.

Drs. Yolanda Elbertse - DVM, CCRP, cVMA, diplomate IVAPMThe Netherlands

[email protected] www.revalidatieenpijncentrumvoordieren.nl

About Yolanda After obtaining her veterinary degree at the University of Utrecht, the Netherlands, Yolanda started her career at an internal medicine specialist. After starting her own practice specializing in internal medicine, she began noticing that her clients needed a cheaper alternative for orthopedic problems and thus enrolled in several surgical courses. Even then, she wasn’t satisfied with the fact that dogs were forced to rehabilitate on their own post-surgically. Patients in the Netherlands, especially those with neurological issues, are also forced to crate rest for several weeks. This pushed Yolanda into widening her scope to the international world and obtaining a degree in the rehabilitation of dogs and cats, pain medicine and acupuncture for animals. Now, she feels that she can offer the best all-round care to her patients.

Common injuries in different dog sports; prevention, cure, revalidationNovember 23, 08.15 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSMany owners enjoy working with their dog. This has led to many different dog sports and work for dogs. Sports like agility and flyball are very popular in the Netherlands, while sled dog racing and urban mushing has more popularity in Northen Europe and America.Because a lot of dogs are active in these sports veterinarians are seeing dogs with specific injuries caused by these sports. A lot off these injuries are soft tissue related therefore it helps to know where to look. This talk will adress the most popular sports and working dog problems and address their treatment.

Walking on sunshine: photobiomodulation November 23, 10.05 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSWe write songs about the effect sunshine has on our lives. Sunshine gives us energy. Like sunshine, therapeutical lasers use light to heal but what exactly is true about it’s therapeutic abilities? How does it work and what can you expect? Scientific literature has shown positive effects of the laser, or photobiomodulation by other names; laser can reduce tissue healing times by up to 50% on average. It is time to know more about the therapeutical laser and the talk will also cover how I integrate use of the laser in my own practice

Pain management; pros and cons of the conventional and complementary therapies November 23, 04.05 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSPain is a major component not only in locomotive problems but also in a lot of internal medical illnesses. Pain leads to misuse of limbs, inactivity life and behavioural problems. Pain can be adressed in so many ways, by veterinarians and owners at home. This talk will adress several of these possibilities, not just several (underused) pain medications but also all kinds of modalities and methods.

Prof.em.Dr. Johanna Fink-GremmelsThe Netherlands

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About JohannaJohanna Fink-Gremmels graduated as a veterinarian in Hannover, Germany, and qualified as a specialist in veterinary pharmacology and toxicology (PhD and Diplomate of the European College for Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology). In 1991 she was appointed at Utrecht University as professor and chair of the Division of Veterinary Pharmacology, Pharmaco-therapy and Clinical Toxicology. In 2014 she officially retired and focusses now on veterinary education programs in- and outside Europe. During her entire professional career, Johanna remained fascinated by natural substances derived from plants and fungi and their many beneficial effects on animal health.

Natural remedies for sport horses: FEI rules to be considered? November 23, 08.15 AM - HORSESSport horses are athletes that compete at the highest levels of excellence. To meet the demands of intensive physical conditioning and performance, numerous approaches have been evaluated. As a result, in no other veterinary discipline the benefits of complementary medicine as an integrated approach to maintain animal health and wellbeing is so well recognized. Part of the complementary health control program for sport horses is the use of herbal remedies as a preventive and supportive measure during training and competition. The question remains, however, whether or not all natural remedies comply with the rules of clean sport set by the International Federation for Equestrian Sports (FEI)?

Cats are not small dogs: differences of therapeutic importanceNovember 25, 08.15 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSFeline medicine and treatment has become a major task in small animal veterinary practice. The various metabolic features of a strict carnivorous genetic background make cats unique patients in terms of disease profiles and therapeutic options. Typical examples are not only the taurine dependency as well as hypertension and diabetes of the elderly cat, but also the tolerance to herbal remedies. Major differences in the metabolic processing of herbal drugs, are often related to the lack of natural defense mechanisms for herbal products and the well-known (but not exclusive) insufficient glucuronidation capacity of cats (and other feline species). This lectures aims to provide an overview on feline therapy with special emphasis on genetic polymorphisms that determine the efficacy and safety of natural remedies.

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Dr.med.vet. Ina GösmeierGermany

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About InaDr. Ina Gösmeier studied veterinary medicine at the University of Giessen, after which she worked in a practice for horses and small animals. She subsequently obtained the specialist qualification in Acupuncture and undertook additional studies in Chinese herbology at universities in China and Switzerland. Ina Gösmeier has herself taken part in Grand Prix dressage and she obtained her qualification of “Master in Horse Breeding and Management” in 1989. She has so far written four specialist books. She is also involved in the teaching of acupuncture to veterinary practitioners at universities and lectures regularly in Britain, Ireland and the USA.Since 2002, Ina Gösmeier has been responsible for horses for German teams at championship events, like Olympic games in London and Rio ,where her job is to maintain the health, well-being and performance of the horses using her TCVM knowledge. Acupuncture in Sport Horses during ChampionshipsNovember 23 – 10.05 AM - HORSESAcupuncture is known as a very successful therapy in treatment of horsesin every kind of pain release, in treatment of internal diseases, in solving behavioural problems. Therefore Acupuncture is an important therapy in Sport Horses, because acupuncture has a positive influence on all above mentioned problems.

Since 2002 I have been accompanying the horses of the nation German’s riders equip at all big Championships. There are two important aspects for the veterinarian who does acupuncture:a) The accompanying during the preparation, during the training for a competition and b) The support in the performance of the horse at the championship itself.This differentiation is guiding the technique of using needles. Especially the frequency and intensity differs. Strong influence has also the kind of the competition: Dressage, Jumping, Reining, Distance and Military need different kind of acupuncture treatment.

Equine Interstitial Lung Disease treated by TCMNovember 23 – 02.00 PM - HORSESHorses presented for medical treatment of back pain, mental problems or general lack of vitality may not show outwards signs of lung issues such as coughing, but due to the extraordinary appearance of chronic interstitial lung disease in horses in both Western and TCVM worlds, riders and practitioners often underestimate or misinterpret clinical signs such as “lack of power” or “mental changes in behaviour”. The TCVM explanation of interstitial lung disease in the horse is not necessarily based on invasion of external pathogen factors into the body as the aetiology is different from other chronic lung diseases. TCVM treatment focusing on the San Jiao (Triple Burner) and Qi Stagnation is essential in successful treatment and cure of this disease.

Bart Halkes - PhDThe Netherlands

[email protected] www.alfasan4animals.com

About BartBart Halkes (1968) graduated in 1992 from the Faculty of Medicine, Utrecht University, The Netherlands, as a medical biologist. In 1998 he obtained his PhD-degree at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science of Utrecht University (title thesis: Filipendula ulmaria, a study on the immunomodulatory activity of extracts and constituents). In the subsequent years (from 1998 to 2010), he held several positions at Utrecht University, PhytoGeniX, and the Dutch Foundation for the Assessment of Phytomedicines, focussing on both research (phytochemical analysis and in vitro pharmacological activity) as well as legal aspects of plant-derived products (phytogenic drugs and herbal medicinal products). He is co-author of many (inter)national publications in these fields of interest. Currently, he is employed by Alfasan Diergeneesmiddelen BV as regulatory affairs officer and as member of the research and development team for the Alfasan4Animals line of natural animal health products.

Natural products: new insights and opportunitiesNovember 24, 02.00 PM - COMPANION ANIMALSNature has been and still is an inexhaustible source of bioactive constituents. Many of the human and veterinary medicinal products currently in use have been derived (in)directly from natural sources (e.g. plants, yeasts, fungi). In this lecture, a number of recent developments in this area will be discussed. Thus, effects of lanosterol – an intermediate in cholesterol biosynthesis – on aggregation of lens proteins and cataract prevention will be highlighted. In addition, the therapeutic potential of cannabidiol-enriched oil (CBD-oil) derived from Cannabis sativa in veterinary practice will be reviewed. The relationship between methods of extraction, phytochemical composition and biological activity of CBD-oil will be emphasized in this respect. Finally, new opportunities for a high molecular weight, negatively-charged polysaccharide-complex from the gel of Aloe barbadensis leaves with microbial anti-adhesive properties and its potential veterinary application to balance dermal and mucosal microbial flora will be touched upon in this lecture.

Katja Goerts - DVM, CVA, CACGermany

[email protected] www.chivet.de

About KatjaKatja Goerts graduated from Tierärztliche Hochschule Hannover, Germany in 1999. She is a certified Animal Chiropractor (BackBone Academy of Animal Chriopractic and Healing Arts, Sittensen, Germany) a certified Veterinary Acupuncturist (IVAS), and an Animal Kinesiology Practitioner (WINGS).In November 2009 she founded her own practice for Chiropractic and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Her patients are about 80% horses and 20% dogs.

Besides in her own practice she works as a freelance co-worker at the Acupuncture practice of Dr. Ina Goesmeier, Marl, Germany. In 2012 Katja Goerts went to Perth, Australia to do a four-week internship at Dr. Bruce Ferguson´s Holistic Veterinary Practice.From November 2009 until March 2013 she taught at the BackBone Academy. She lectured at several national and international continuing educations and congresses. Since 2014 she is a teaching assistant at the IVAS/GerVAS Acupuncture Basic Course and GerVAS president since September 2015.

Medicinal leeches in small animal orthopedic conditions - scientific evidence and practical applicationNovember 24, 02.55 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSHirudotherapy, the application of medicinal leeches, is an ancient healing method that has been used since 100 - 600 BC. Before substances like heparin and cumarin derivates had been developed leech therapy was widely used to treat and prevent thromboembolism. Today hirudotherapy gains

more and more relevance in the treatment of lymphatic and venous insufficiencies, dentistry and pain control, e.g. in active osteoarthritis. The saliva of medicinal leeches contains at least 30 single substances that are not fully described and identified regarding their structure and pharmacological effects. The therapeutic effect is based predominantly on a combination of blood thinning, antithrombotic, analgetic, antiphlogistic, and local anasthetic effects.

Indications in veterinary medicine include e.g. laminitis, navicular disease (equine) tendon and ligament injuries, impaired wound healing, lymphangitis, hematoma, osteoarthritis, elbow- and hip-dysplasia.

Medicinal leeches in equine orthopedic conditions - scientific evidence and practical applicationNovember 25 – 09.10 AM – HORSESHirudotherapy, the application of medicinal leeches, is an ancient healing method that has been used since 100 - 600 BC. Before substances like heparin and cumarin derivates had been developed leech therapy was widely used to treat and prevent thromboembolism. Today hirudotherapy gains more and more relevance in the treatment of lymphatic and venous insufficiencies, dentistry and pain control, e.g. in active osteoarthritis.

The saliva of medicinal leeches contains at least 30 single substances that are not fully described and identified regarding their structure and pharmacological effects. The therapeutic effect is based predominantly on a combination of blood thinning, antithrombotic, analgetic, antiphlogistic, and local anasthetic effects.

Indications in veterinary medicine include e.g. laminitis, navicular disease, tendon and ligament injuries, impaired wound healing, lymphangitis, hematoma, osteoarthritis, elbow- and hip-dysplasia.

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Applied pharmacognosy with exotic speciesNovember 22, 12.10 PM - Pre-conference seminar Zoopharmacognosy is a practice displayed both by wild and captive animals and so Applied Zoopharmacognosy could be of immense benefit to rehabilitation efforts around the world. In this seminar I will talk about how Applied Zoopharmacognosy can be used to aid individual animal health, conservation efforts and environmental enrichment programmes in Sanctuaries and Zoos. I will illustrate this with case examples of elephants, large cats and primates.

Case studies include: Sinya: Potentially fatal wounds; concerns over septicaemia and Kleppiella PDaisy and kye: Severely traumatised rhesus monkeys that self-harmRonja: The most aggressive tiger known to the zoo communities, destined to be PTS

Applied pharmacognosy: rehabilitation an wound healingNovember 23 - 09.10 AM – COMPANION ANIMALS Rehabilitation and wound healing, using an animals innate ability to resolve injuries with aromatic plant extracts and minerals. The talk will be illustrated with case studies from a range of different species.

Animals can exploit a plant’s immune chemicals for effective wound healing and to combat infection. A different signal mediated by infection for example will effect olfactory and taste receptors, allowing the animal to identify the most appropriate therapeutic plants for their condition. This is an innate response, but the animal must have access to a range of natural remedies in order for this to be successful. I will illustrate this talk with examples of wound healing from an extreme life threatening case, where antibiotics could no longer control severe infection, to the role aromatic chemicals can play in rehabilitation. The more severe the condition, the more pleasant the beneficial plant compound will be, dosage is variable, measured by the individual.

Dr. Med.vet Markus Kasper CVAAustria

[email protected] www.tierkliniek-aspern.at

About MarkusMarkus was born on World Animal Protection Day, 04. October 1958. He is married with mag.med.vet. Elisabeth Kasper. Together they have 4 wonderful children (23, 21, 17, 9). Markus graduated in 1993. In that same year he founded their Tierklinik & Tierheilzentrum Aspern with the 1st Pain-Department for Dogs & Cats. Markus is a Certified Member of IVAS (International Veterinary Acupuncture Society). He is author of several books and articles on Neuraltherapy and Diagnosis and Treatment of chronic pain. He gives international courses and lectures on treatment with gold implantation. His second medical hobby is healthy pet nutrition. So it is clear that he is interested in the

development of the microbiome, how to keep it healthy and to cure it.

We feed two - the body & the microbiome. The essential vital importance of a healthy gut microflora and how to cure itNovember 25 - 09.10 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSThe term microbiome was brought up by Joshua Lederberg (Nobel prize): “The microbiome is part of the human metabolism. Therefore, we talk from a microbioma organ. In the last decade science about the microbiome was the most growing biological science all over the world. But as they say we are at the beginning to understand what is really going on in gut and in which interconnection we live with it. The microbiome consists between 800 to 1000 different bacterial tribes, some viruses and fungis and the summation of all the bacteria with which we live in symbioses: digestive system from mouth to anus, skin, lung, liver, uterus and vagina and of course the brain (neurobiome). The microbiome has very different and vital functions: 75 % of the immune system in various ways, splitting-up indigestible food residues, detox of toxicants, producing substances which cannot be added to the body by food such as vitamins, short-chained fatty acids, essential amino acids, dopamine, e.g. the kiss or can I transfer 80 miobacterias to my sweetheart…

So food has to nurish 2: the body and the microbiome. Therefore, it must be free of chemical additions such dis-infectants and preservatives etc.But also the vets must take care of their therapies. One administration of an antibiotic drug can damage the microbiome severly for up to 6 months. A lot more drugs and administrations influences the microbiome – more than you would think of.In the second part of this lecture will talk about keeping the microbiome healthy and who to cure it.

The most important diseases by a disturbed microbiome. Health comes from the gut – sickness too!November 25 – 09.10 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSNovember 25 – 10.05 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSThe most important fact of a healthy microbioma is its diversity. What causes a reducing of its diversitiy:1. Nutrition (microbiome and indirect effects in chronic degenerative disease)2. Reduced contact with surrounding bacterial flora.3. Stress in every form (look how dogs have to function from early morning till late at night)4. Age (includes also various and summarized negative effects during life) – age for itself is no sickness!5. Medication – antibiotics, Steroids, NSAIDs, proton pump blockers, immunsupressive drugs as Cortison etc.6. Hygiene: skin, oral cavitiy.7. and of course smoking

Most of the chronic diseases of the intestine (Ulcer in oral mucosa and in the gastrointenstinal system, chronic diarrhea, IBD, leaky gut syndrome 80 – 90 % of skin diseases, 80 % of liver disease, 60 % of kidney failure (in combination with longstanding fluid deficits. I humans is a reasonable suspicion the Alzheimer disease stays in combination with a sick microbiome and a reduced production of special short chained fatty acids which nourishes the microglia cells in the brain. The second part of the lectures leads us to prevention of microbiome sicknesses.

Dr. Lise Hansen Denmark | England

[email protected] www.alternativdyrlaege.dk

About LiseLise qualified as a vet in Denmark in 1994. She went on to study homeopathy in England, first with The Homeopathic Physicians Teaching Group (HPTG) and later at Jeremy Sherr’s homeopathic postgraduate course, Dynamis. Lise passed her IAVH exam in 1999 and has been working in a in full time homeopathic referral practice ever since. She works both in London and in Denmark.

Homeopathic constitutional types in dogs and cats. Descriptions of common types with pointers and case examplesNovember 25, 11.15 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSIndividualised treatment is at the heart of classical homeopathy. This lecture will discuss the important concept of treating the patient rather than the disease. I will try to make some of the very common ”types” (often referred to as polycrests) come to life in the hope that even those new to homeopathy will be able to go home and use this information.

Still scratching? Homeopathic treatment of chronic skin disease in dogs and cats – obstacles to cureNovember 25, 12.10 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSHomeopathy is the obvious treatment of choice for allergic and autoimmune conditions. Whereas these conditions are incurable through conventional treatments that can only offer symptomatic relief through longterm immunosuppresion, classical individualised homeopathic treatment will in my experience cure the vast majority of cases. In this lecture I will discuss the pitfalls when treating chronic atopy in small animals.

Homeopathic treatment of inflammatory bowel disease in dogs and cats.November 25, 02.00 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSThe gut and the skin are in many ways very similar. This is where the individual meets the surrounding environment. It is also where immunological reactions commonly cause problems. Chronic inflammatory bowel disease is a common problem in dogs and cats and is often treated with immunosuppresive drugs. I consistently find that classical homeopathy can cure these cases. It is at least as effective as steroids for these patients – and a far safer longterm solution. The lecture will use case studies to demonstrate this approach.

Ms. Caroline IngrahamEngland

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About CarolineCaroline Ingraham founded Applied Zoopharmacognosy and is the leading expert in this field of animal self-medication and has spent the last three decades researching and observing how animals self-medicate. Caroline has featured in scientific magazines and articles, and has written numerous books on the subject. She has appeared on the BBC, ITV, BBC Radio4, National Geographic TV and at the Hay Festival of Literature and Arts.

Applied canine pharmacognosy: Part 1 November 22, 09.10 AM - Pre-conference seminar Canine behavioural disorders caused by hidden physical conditions

I will discuss how appropriate remedies are offered to find hidden problems that are often the cause of so many behavioural disorders. I will also cover in this seminar how to help induce trust and desensitise a dog to a behavioural trigger, as well as common behaviours that dogs display in response to being offered plant extracts and minerals. The seminar will be illustrated with case studies including ‘Bobby: Fear of men’ (video) and Delta: Reactive behaviour. Other case studies will also be discussed.

Applied canine pharmacognosy: Part 2 / Applied feline phamacognosyNovember 22, 10.05 AM - Pre-conference seminar The first part of the talk will cover common canine physical problems, including those that are often resistant to conventional medicine. Case studies will include skin and urinary problems, amongst others.

There is a wide spread belief that essential oils are toxic to cats. I will discuss the issue of potential essential oil toxicity in cats, and which concerns are justified, and which are not. I will also cover the extracts often selected by cats for physical conditions, and behavioural issues which like dogs often have a hidden cause. Focus will include the importance of the route of essential oil application.

Applied equine and herd pharmacognosy; including farms animalsNovember 22, 11.15 AM - Pre-conference seminar Learn how horses and farm animals can heal themselves using aromatic extracts, both individually and in herds. In this seminar I will cover observations on the behaviours exhibited by horses, and the extracts often selected, in response to common equine conditions. Case studies will include sarcoids and laminitis, as well as behaviours caused by hidden conditions.

I will also discuss the implementation of a self-medicative regime for herd situations, illustrated with French bio-dynamic goat farmers. The issues of concern were helminths and coccidia infestations, and bacterial and viral lung infections. A group of lactating goats were also addressed.

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Drs. Eric Laarakker The Netherlands

[email protected] www.holistischdierenarts.nl

About ErikEric has been a holistic veterinarian for more than twenty years. He is an acupuncturist, also licensed human acupuncturist, chiropractor, osteopath, herbalist and homeopath. He is the owner of the Holistic Clinic for Animals Den Hoek in De Bilt, co-owner of herbal medicine Phytonics (www.phytonicsmed.com), managing director of research Lab Vialight (www.vialight.nl), managing director of organic (research) farm Efibia (www.efibia.nl), director of Healthcare Academy Den Hoek (www.healthcare-academy.nl). Eric is the author of 2 books: Horse Types and (in Dutch) Het Tevreden Paard (the happy horse).

What is Lyme disease in horses? Clinical picture, diagnosis, treatment and prognosisNovember 24, 02.55 PM – HORSES Lyme disease is commonly called a ‘modern illness’; it seems to have become more widespread in the past decennium. It may be difficult to diagnose correctly but it is even harder to cure the patient from Lyme disease. Conventional medication has inadequate results. To have more success, each step in the healing process requires an individual approach. Combinations of therapies enhance their effectiveness in this process. Besides suppressing or expelling the Spirochete that causes Lyme disease from the body, there are many additional steps of interest to be considered. This includes reducing the exposure to electromagnetic radiation, treatment of damaged systems in the body or its tissues (like the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal axis and the thyroid gland), treatment of residual symptoms from previous therapies such as excessive use of antibiotics, and last but not least restoring confidence in one’s own body. In this lecture Eric will discuss the clinical picture, diagnosis and prognosis of Lyme disease, and the treatment methods that are successfully applied in his clinic ‘Den Hoek’ in The Netherlands.

Evaluating the Use of Complementary Diagnostic Tools in PracticeNovember 25, 02.55 PM – HORSES There are many holistic treatment strategies available within veterinary medicine, like acupuncture, herbal medicine, homeopathy and manual therapies. Often, combining different strategies enhances the effect of the treatment. But how do you choose the right treatment or medication? How do you examine the patient as a whole and how do you come to your diagnosis? The use of complimentary diagnostic tools can offer -in the hands of an able practitioner- valuable support. Eric will talk about the use of bio-energetic measuring instruments in general, and his own experience with these. More in particular, he will discuss the use of the Connection-sensor and the Lecher Antenna in holistic veterinary practice.

Ellen Martens – PT,MT,CCRTBelgium

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About EllenEllen Martens received her master’s degree in physical therapy in Belgium in 2002. She worked with human patients for seven years while she trained in manual therapy, animal physiotherapy (the Netherlands) and animal osteopathy. Ellen worked with both humans and dogs and horses since 2003 until she founded Het Waterhof Animal Rehabilitation Center in 2009. Since then she has worked full-time with animals.

Ellen is the founder and president of the Belgian Association for Certified Animal Physical Therapy and has been the physical therapist for the Belgian agility team since 2008. She teaches canine and equine rehabilitation at the University of Ghent and lectures nationally and internationally. Ellen completed her certification at the Canine Rehabilitation Institute (USA) in 2009. She is an instructor for CRI in The Canine Rehabilitation Therapist and Advanced Canine Rehabilitation Therapist.

Physiotherapy in veterinary sportsmedicin and rehabiliation in dogsNovember 23, 12.10 PM – COMPANION ANIMALS Physical therapy and rehabilitation is a rapidly growing field in the veterinary medicine. A lot of canine orthopaedic and neurologic patients can benefit from the treatment techniques used by physical therapists. Also the sporting dog can take advantage of this relatively new field in veterinary medicine. The physical performance in different canine sports becomes more demanding every year. At the same time the physical stress on the body raises exponentially. As in the human field it becomes more and more important to develop a multidisciplinary environment/management for the sporting dog, including physical therapy. PT’s can support with warming up, cooling down, develop training schedules, preventive check ups. But the most important thing is to manage the sporting dog with an injury : treat the injury and prepare the dog for upcoming competition.

Benefits of the use of therapeutic laser in equine physical therapyNovember 23, 04.05 PM – HORSESLaser therapy is an additional treatment modality in the animal physical therapy/rehabilitation. The treatment effects and indications have been studied worldwide. Nowadays it is rare to do a physical therapy treatment without a laser treatment involved. The effects and benefits of the laser treatment are really awarding combined with the manual treatment. In this lecture we will explain the different laser types/indications and the protocols necessary for implementing this part of physical therapy.

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Drs. Ronald Mouwenthe Netherlands

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About RonaldCurrently an internationally recognized agility judge, Ronald Mouwen has been active in the world of canine agility sport since 1992. Not only does he practice the sport himself, he has been actively instructing in Sport Physiology at the Agility Campus, an organization that trains agility instructors in the Netherlands. He then went on to obtain his Veterinary Chiropractic certification and then began teaching Manual therapy in Companion Animals in 2008. Naturally, through his fanaticism for agility sports and his vast knowledge and experience, he was asked to be the official veterinarian of the Dutch Canine Agility Team at the World Championships where he oversaw post qualification examinations, training plans and veterinary care and advise during the World Championships. In 2015 and alongside veterinary physiotherapists, Ronald was involved in the creation of the FitDog Program and continues to do so. Aside from agility training and all his other projects, Ronald also finds time to practice veterinary medicine in his own practice, specializing in sporting dogs.

The return to the top November 23, 02.55 PM – COMPANION ANIMALS How do you get your dog back to top form and condition?During and after an injury, rest is compulsory for the injured parts of the body and a dog will have to return to sporting under guidance. Veterinarian Ronald Mouwen together with the team from the FitDog program have developed and compiled a program in which the healthy part of the body can be kept fit and after the return to function, the injured parts can be highly targeted again for return to top condition. A scheme based on the basic motor function properties will be made use of.

Dr. Anneke Schellingerhout DVMThe Netherlands

[email protected] www.jyoti.nl

About AnnekeAnneke qualified as a vet from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the Utrecht University in 1997; she got her PhD in nutrition in 2002. She is a recognized as a homeopathic veterinarian, veterinary chiropractor and osteopath, certified acupuncturist, Chinese Food Therapist and Herbalist. She is owner of the holistic practice ‘Jyoti’ in Heemskerk. Together with her colleague Leida Visée she teaches in the Supple Spine Institute veterinarians and physiotherapists in manipulative techniques in pets in general and veterinary chiropractic in particular.

Chiropractic, osteopathy and acupuncture in (para)veterinary sportsmedicine and rehabilitationNovember 23, 11.15 AM – COMPANION ANIMALS Manuel therapies and acupuncture are very effective tools in the prevention of and rehabilitation after injuries. But sports medicine is more than that. It starts with giving a young dog the best possible start in its life to prepare it physically and mentally for sports, it ensures optimal performing in the active years and should only stop when the dog runs free forever.The role of a veterinary chiropractor, osteopath and acupuncturist in all these aspects of sports medicine will be discussed.

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Dr. Rikke Schultz DVMDenmark

[email protected] www.rikkeschultz.dk

www.fascialines.com

About RikkeRikke M. Schultz (1967). She graduated as veterinarian in 1992. In her student years her interest in holistic medicine started, so she incorporated it right from the beginning in her practice work. In 1992 she started her own mixed practice in Iceland. After five years she moved back to Denmark and worked in Hoersholm Equine Practice for 8 years. She acquired her education in acupuncture in 1995 - 1997 in IVAS, in osteopathy 2003 by ISEO and in homeopathy in 2013 - 2016 by FIVM. Since 2006 she has been running her own equine practice using complementary and alternative medicine. She has conducted anatomical dissection research at the Veterinary Anatomical Institute at University of Copenhagen since 2011, where she also serves as a censor. The same year she started an ongoing Masters study at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic Care at the University of Bournemouth. The past years she has spoken at several national and international congresses and courses.

Myofascial kinetic lines in dogsNovember 24, 11.15 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSMyofascial kinetic lines are rows of interconnected anatomical structures, such as fascia, muscles, tendons and aponeurosis in the locomotion system, which describes the overall spinal motion in flexion, extension, lateral flexion and rotation. They are believed to play a major role in the biomechanics, connection and balance of the body. The lines in humans are described in the book “Anatomy Trains” by Thomas Myers, (2010) and in horses by Elbroend & Schultz, (2015). Similar lines are present in dogs. The lines are the Superficial Dorsal Line, Superficial Ventral Line, Lateral Line, two helical lines, Front Limb Lines and the Deep Ventral Line. Knowledge and understanding of these lines is a promising tool in the evaluation of functionality and connection of the spine and locomotion system. It can help to “trace” where a biomechanical symptom arises from and provide an understanding of the connection between the somatic body with the viscera.

Are myofascial kinetic lines the anatomical foundation for the acupuncture meridians in dogs?November 24, 12.10 PM – COMPANION ANIMALSThe anatomical foundation for acupuncture meridians and points has long been searched for. Nerves and vessels has been thought to be the answer but not in all points. Human research has shown that the acupuncture points may be closely related to fascia. Most of the Myofascial kinetic lines follows acupuncture meridians very well and dissections of horses and dogs gives a good indication that acupuncture points are found in the fascia dividing the muscles. Especially where more fascia sheets meet, which form the “holes” that are characteristic for acupuncture points. When the fascia tissue are contracted, the points become more obvious. By understanding the 3-D fascial network it makes sense that treating in the hind leg can have an effect on the neck or vice versa.

Headshaking in horses – what can we complementarymedicine do?November 25, 08.15 AM – HORSESHeadshaking is a very challenging symptom in horses. It has many causes such as toothache, allergy, photosensitivity, ear mites or trigeminal neuralgia to mention some. Some of these can be dealt with, but a large group remain unsolved in western medicine. These patients are not easy from a holistic point of view either but by combining different interventions as acupuncture, cranio-sacral therapy, osteopathy and homeopathy some horses can be cured. Pain and “sympathetic overdrive” is very closely related and can create a vicious cycle. Therefore, release of biomechanical strain in the head especially around the exit foramina of the cranial nerves and of tension from other parts of the body is essential. However, very often, mental tension and anxiety has to be dealt with as well, in order to have a long lasting effect. Classical homeopathy has the potential to do so.

Theodoor ScheepersThe Netherlands

[email protected] www.prohealth.nl

About TheodoorTheodoor Scheepers worked after his study medical analytical chemistry for 10 years in the clinical chemistry, haematology and endocrinology laboratory in the Laurentius Hospital in Roermond. 25 years ago he started the Laboratory Pro Health. During this time he was director of the ISO 17025 certified food and water control lab (12 years), the veterinary lab and the medical laboratory. Since 2010 the lab concentrated solely at human tests. One of the researchers in the field of Lyme disease to implement new and better diagnostics for detecting this infection. Was a member of the advisory committee of the Patient’s Lyme Association, nowadays active member of the German Borreliose Gesellschaft, the ChroniMed Lyme workgroup in Belgium and the Dutch AVIG Lyme Workgroup (Integrative Medicine). Followed a post Graduate course Clinical Neurology and Nutrition at the Carrick Institute Florida. Is lecturer laboratory diagnostics for dieticians and medical doctors and gives Lyme presentations.

Old and new facts about Lyme November 24, 08.15 AM - COMPANION ANIMALSThe lecture will explain the different types of Lyme tests available on the market. From the basic serology tests, Lymphocyte transformations tests, and microscopic tests, to culturing and PCR. How the Borrelia adapts to avoid the immune system and in doing so also escapes our tests. The preliminary results we found using a modified Sapi et al tests and the reason why we used a modification. The CBO guidelines in the Netherlands for testing, which are solely based on serology. Using a trier protocol to demonstrate a change in antibodies, which is accepted as proof for ongoing Borrelia infection. Introducing a novel multiplex PCR for detecting the ticks bacteria and protozoa in one procedure. Besides the Borrelia species we see also other bacteria and protozoa transmitted to all mammals. Not only by ticks but also by fleas and louse.

Dr. Erich ScherrAustria

[email protected] www.dertierarzt.at

About ErichDr. Scherr studied veterinary medicine at the university of Vienna. He qualified in Vienna in 1997. From 1995 on he was working in different equine hospitals in Austria. In 2002 he opened a group practice with Dr. Michael Kapaun. They founded Kapaun & Scherr Tierärzte Ges.n.b.R. From 2005 to 2007 education at the EAVH (European Academy for Veterinary Homeopathy), since 2010 President of OEGVH (Austrian Association for Veterinary Homeopathy)

The equine athlete – It is no coincidence to be victorious – homeopathic treatment of orthopedic injuries in sport horsesNovember 23, 11.15 AM – HORSES Some of the main reasons for withdrawal of the equine athlete from active sports are orthopaedic and respiratory disorders. Besides traumatic injury, other causes of lameness can be linked to genetic causes or bad conditions during growth such as OCD (Osteochondrosis dessicans) or recurrent tendinitis. A method to solve these problems can be found by shifting of focus not only on injured tissues but also full diagnostics such as is done in homeopathic therapies. Durations for return to performance and tissue regeneration can be reduced using these methods.

Homeopatic treatment of Lyme disease in horsesNovember 24, 04.05 PM – HORSESLyme borreliosis is often misused as a diagnosis but is more common than first thought. Tentative diagnoses are mainly supported by serological examination. Equine lyme borreliosis is expression of chronic disorder in an organism. Horses suffering from Lyme disease seem to be more susceptable to parasites and thus for other vector born diseases (West Nile Virus, Equine Infectious Anaemia etc) Obviously the most important symptoms associated with Lyme disease suspicions are unspecific signs, particularly chronic poor performance, fever, anorexia and weight loss as well as certain orthopaedic problems. Beside those, small differences in behavior and physical symptoms become significant and lead to specific homeopathic remedies, which can improve the horses situation immediately and also longer term. The goal of homeopathic treatment is to terminate the period of vulnerability for parasites.

Skin disorder - Culicoides allergy – a psychosomatic syndromNovember 25, 02.00 PM – HORSESThe disease is caused by a hypersensitivity reaction to the of saliva of mosquitoes mainly of Culicoides species. It occurs often seasonal and it is primarly not infectious. There exists a disposition of some breeds ( Ponys, Welsh, Islandic horses. etc.) and of other bloodlines. About 35 % of cases have genetic links. The particularity of the disease is the surprising onset and the rapid display of the symptoms mainly itching and scratching. It seems that the overwhelming situation of pain and discomfort dominates the patients. Individual reactions in behavior before and during period of sickness help to find homeopathic remedies. At the same time improving or curing disease of culicoides allergy can also improve comfort and cure behavioral disorders.

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Dr. Nick ThompsonEngland

[email protected] www.holisticvet.co.uk

About NickNick Thompson is the President of the Raw Feeding Veterinary Society (rfvs.info), a rapidly growing network of Veterinary Surgeons, Vet Nurses and Vet Techs with the common interest of feeding species appropriate food to cats and dogs. He is passionate about natural nutrition, herbs, homeopathy and acupuncture. His practice Holisticvet Ltd. (www.holisticvet.co.uk) is based in Bath, England.

Nick’s key interests are: species appropriate nutrition (including human food!), gastroenterology, vaccination and immune disorders, good simple basic medicine, removing obstacles to cure, lecturing in nutrition, raw food, herbs or general medicine and doing everything he can to share his enthusiasm for great health.

Life and work coexist for him: health is life, life is health. He has a young family and is usually found at home with a paintbrush or chainsaw in hand if not one of the children’s toy digger or dolly when not practising medicine.

Raw food nutrition: a powerful tool in the management of immune disorders November 24, 10.05 AM – COMPANION ANIMALSMost immune disorders in general practice represent an abnormal response to the environment; Atopy and allergic dermatologic or gastrointestinal food reactions are the most common. On the other hand, ‘food intolerance’ is defined as a non-immunologic idiosyncratic reaction due to the metabolic, toxic or pharmacologic effects of offending ingredients. They can be difficult to differentiate and even tougher to treat with or without pharmaceuticals.

Many veterinary surgeons are looking beyond tins and kibbled prescription diets to raw food options in the management of these frustrating, debilitating diseases. Their results are often surprisingly good and satisfyingly quick and permanent. Nick will take this opportunity to discuss his approach to these diseases with detailed case studies, reference to published papers and his experience of feeding raw for over twenty years.

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Exhibitors Tourist information

ICIVM tourist suggestionsIn Holland there are lots of things to see and to do.Here you will find some links for tourist attractions in the neighbourhood of Veenendaal.

o Kroller Moller Museum: http://krollermuller.nl/visito Open-air museum: http://www.openairmuseum.nlo Visit the Veluwe: http://www.visitveluwe.com/cultureo Burgers’ Zoo: https://www.burgerszoo.como Ouwehands Dierenpark: https://www.ouwehand.nl/

Tourist Information Hotel – Veenendaal Van der ValkAsk the receptionist of the front desk to assist you.

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Conference venue Hotel Veenendaal – Van Der Valk

Bastion 73, 3905 NJ Veenendaal, the NetherlandsT +31 (0)318 79 90 60 | [email protected] | www.hotelveenendaal.com

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