The Animals Never Lie

"The Animals Never Lie" is a collection of intriguing case reports from Dr. Fox’s holistic veterinary practice that will inspire and amaze you. Many times, alternative medical therapies are sought after an animal hasn’t responded to conventional medicine or when it has been given a poor prognosis from a chronic disease. Animals cannot fake or pretend a response to treatment, whatever method of therapy is chosen. Oftentimes, when a product from nature is offered, the animal instinctively “knows” what it needs and readily accepts it. There is no prejudice or bias where animals are concerned: the animals never lie. You’ll be astonished at the animals’ resiliency and strong will to persevere as you read through these stories of spinal injury, severe allergies, chronic illness, cancer, etc. All of the case reports have been “translated” into easy-to-understand language so non-practitioners can easily read them.

Dr. Barb Fox graduated from Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1994. She worked in various practices in northeast Iowa and eventually opened her own mobile veterinary clinic. In 2007, after being diagnosed with a potentially fatal medical condition, she turned to alternative and complementary medicine instead of choosing a strictly conventional treatment plan. Thrilled with the results, she passionately began a course of education and research into holistic modalities for her own animal patients. After years of incorporating pure, unadulterated essential oils, nutritional supplements, homeopathic remedies, massage therapy, and quantum physics principles with her patients, she has become a strong advocate for a holistic approach to health and wellness. Dr. Fox is a firm believer in the mind-body-spirit connection, so much of her work involves addressing underlying emotional issues that can impede physical healing. Dr. Fox has spoken on various holistic health topics pertaining to people and animals at national and regional conferences, and teaches many local classes on safe and effective usage of essential oils. She is a member of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association and the Veterinary Medical Aromatherapy Association. In her spare time, Dr. Fox enjoys rock hunting, hiking, and spending time in the mountains of Colorado. She and her husband Gary live in beautiful northeast Iowa with their two horses, Chaser and Pal, and their eight house kitties.