What is integrative health and the related systems?

Have you ever wondered why some cats and dogs seem to have never-ending energy and a vitality that never fades? It’s not magic; it’s integrative health! This innovative approach focuses on balancing three key areas of your pet’s health and strengthening their immune system: the true hero behind it all..

Your pet’s health is not just about preventive care or treating illnesses when they appear. In integrative health, we focus on something much more powerful: creating a complete balance that allows your pet to feel incredibly well in all aspects of their life. How do we achieve this? Through harmony between their neurological, osteoarticular and digestive systems, with the immune system as the grand captain keeping everything under control!

The First Pillar: The Neurological System - The Central Commander

Imagine that your pet’s brain is like the conductor of an orchestra. Every movement, emotion and action of your furry friend is orchestrated by this system. From reflexes to behaviour, everything starts in the nervous system.

If your pet experiences stress, anxiety or a lack of mental stimulation, the impact is not only noticeable in their behaviour, but it can also affect their physical health. An unbalanced nervous system can affect overall well-being and weaken the immune system, as well as the digestive and even the osteoarticular systems. That is why the mental and emotional health of your pet is so crucial. Keeping their brain in balance contributes to a stronger immune system and optimal health.

The Second Pillar: The Osteoarticular System - The Basis of Movement

Your pet needs to be active to stay healthy, but what happens when their bones, joints and muscles are not well cared for? The osteoarticular system is what allows them to move, jump and play energetically. If it is unbalanced or suffers from chronic pain, it directly affects their quality of life..

Inflammation in the joints, muscle problems or bone diseases can not only limit your pet’s mobility but also put pressure on their immune system. Chronic pain and inflammation can weaken their body’s defences. That is why keeping their bones and joints in shape, through proper nutrition, supplements such as glucosamine, turmeric or collagen, and an active lifestyle, is essential for their overall well-being. A healthy osteoarticular system not only improves mobility but also helps to keep at bay the inflammations that could compromise their immune system.

The Third Pillar: The Digestive System - The Heart of Health

This is where one of the greatest secrets to optimal health lies: the digestive system. Did you know that 80% of immune cells are in the gut? This means that a healthy gut is the basis of a strong immune system. Digestion is not just about processing food, but about absorbing the nutrients needed for the whole body to function properly..

An imbalance in the digestive system, such as poor nutrient absorption or intestinal inflammation, can weaken the body’s defences and increase the risk of disease. That is why keeping your pet’s digestive system in balance through a balanced diet, rich in probiotics and fibre, is vital for their overall health. Moreover, a healthy gut allows the immune system to function efficiently, protecting your pet from infections and diseases.

The Immune System - The Great Protector

Imagine that your pet has an internal army, always ready to protect it from any threat. That army is its immune system, and it plays a fundamental role in its integrative health. The immune system not only fights infections but also regulates inflammation and ensures that all the other systems in the body work in harmony..

Without a strong immune system, even small imbalances in the neurological, osteoarticular or digestive systems can develop into bigger problems. That is why strengthening your pet’s defences through a quality diet, specific supplements (such as vitamins, minerals and omega 3) and a balanced lifestyle is key to their immune system being able to do its job properly.

How to keep everything in balance?

Integrative health is a comprehensive approach, which means that we cannot focus on a single system. To keep your pet at its healthiest, you should:

• Nourish their body with fresh, balanced food that favours the health of the digestive system and strengthens the immune system.
• Incorporate natural supplements that strengthen the immune system, such as probiotics and omega 3 fatty acids, and support muscle and bone health.
• Create a relaxing and stimulating environment that favours their mental and emotional health, helping to balance their nervous system and reduce stress.
• Encourage regular exercise to keep their bones, joints and muscles active, which also prevents inflammatory and joint problems.

To summarise: Balance is health!

At ooskels, we believe that when the three key systems —neurological, osteoarticular and digestive— are in perfect balance, your pet will feel more energetic, happy and healthy. And it all starts with a strong immune system, which is the guardian that ensures everything is working properly. In integrative health, balance is the key to a full and long life..

So don’t wait any longer, now is the time to look after all aspects of your pet’s health and offer them complete well-being!

The key is to look after their health today so they can enjoy an active life tomorrow..