A case study in avian Osteopathy Meet Levi Levi is a 35-year-old Greater Sulphur-crested Cockatoo, a species known for its intelligence, strong social bonds, and long lifespan. With appropriate care, these birds can live well into their seventies and beyond. When I first met Levi, he was experiencing significant mobility challenges. He spent much of the day lying down and found it difficult to remain upright for extended periods. His feet were severely affected by chronic disease, and...

Interview from PD Pet Insurance Animal osteopathy, although lesser known about in New Zealand, is a gentle, drug-free approach to helping animals with stiffness, pain or injury. It works alongside medical vet treatments, and is based on the idea that the body can heal itself when it’s in balance. An Osteopath doesn’t just treat symptoms, they look at your pet’s whole body and how different parts affect each other. https://www.pdinsurance.co.nz/blogs/animal-osteopathy/ We spoke to Julie...

Have you noticed your pet slowing down lately? If you’ve noticed your pet hesitating before jumping, slowing down on walks, or finding it harder to get comfortable at rest, it may be more than just age catching up. We see many pets living with chronic arthritis: dogs showing stiffness through their stride, cats thinking twice before leaping, and rabbits adjusting their posture to ease discomfort. Arthritis is a degenerative joint condition that causes inflammation, stiffness, and pain. Over...