Sue Martin - Animal Naturopathics

03/05/2026

When I say to owners, please stay in touch and let me know how your pets progress, I mean it!
And I love it when i receive feedback ☺️

Day 5 on his herbal med and nose is dry, thank you Sue

These few words are all I need to hear, so that I know your pets are doing well again, and I also appreciate seeing your photos.

This young man has suffered from terrible nasal discharge/snotty nose in the past….and the usual treatment is antibiotics (which is sometimes warranted depending on each individual case), and soon after the discharge reappears!
A couple of years ago, his lovely owner tried the Equine Respiratory herbal extract formula, which I had highly recommended.
The result, a clean nose and a healthy and happy horse.
Last week, I received a call that her horse was experiencing these symptoms again.
So, I suggested placing him on the Equine Respiratory formula to strengthen the respiratory tract and in just 5 days his nose was completely clean!
The aim is always to strengthen the system rather than to band aid the symptoms.
From a TCM perspective, Autumn is the time of year when the lungs need extra support, because if there has been a weakness in this area, the lungs will be vulnerable.
Because the lungs are also responsible for producing, circulating and strengthening the protective energy, known as wei qi, it’s vital that we support this area prior to Winter, to ensure that we enter the colder season, feeing stronger and more resilient from Illness.

If you have a horse prone to a weak respiratory system, please consider taking action now.

It’s always much easier to strengthen the body and keep it well, rather than to treat it once it has become compromised and weak.

30/04/2026

Henry recently started seeing me, and I must say that he has the complete spa experience when he visits 🥰

He prefers to have a blanket to snuggle in, and is a perfect angel to treat with Shiatsu and Acupuncture.

His human is extremely committed to ensuring he gets the very best, and therefore Henry was already on a diet that suits his individual constitution and the changing seasons, and he completes his rehab daily.

He is very aware of just how much he is loved and cherished and he certainly gives back the love in an abundance.

Oh Henry….I am already looking forward to your next visit and I’m so happy that you’re feeling so much better 🤗🥰❤️

21/04/2026

As a Canine Nutritionist, I love to speak to owners about variations of diets to suit their dogs, and as a TCM practitioner for dogs, I find that equipping owners with information about nutrition from a Chinese medicine perspective, can be the difference between a condition that has never improved, despite numerous diet changes and tests and the condition easing after making a few simple changes.
If you would like to learn more about feeding your dog from a Chinese Medicine perspective, please let me know in the comments.
If there’s enough interest, I’ll run some classes from our farm “Mabuhay” in the Yarra Valley.
If you can also comment whether a Friday or a Saturday would suit you, that would be great!
Sue xo

19/04/2026

We must be the only people on earth to not have Netflix and “special tv”… but clearly I’m amused with daily life on our farm 😂
For me, there’s no life that could possibly be better than being surrounded by all of these animals.
Each one has their individual personality, and no day is ever the same on our property “Mabuhay”
Happy Sunday everyone, i would love to spend the day with our animals, but had better do some washing 😳, Sue xo

16/04/2026

While most of you know me as an Animal Naturopath and TCM practitioner....I also treat humans with Shiatsu and especially love sharing the benefits of 5 Element Nutrition (Nutrition from a TCM perspective) and how this can help to ease the symptoms of menopause.

As a keen gardener, I grow most of the food that we eat, and I can't wait to share the principles of eating from a Chinese Medicine perspective with you.

As a menopausal women who has experienced the symptoms that we often hear about as well as those that many of us choose not to speak about,
I would like to invite you to be a part of a day designed to gently support women navigating perimenopause and menopause, offering care, understanding, and a sense of community during a time of change.

It’s an invitation to slow down and explore this often challenging yet transformative stage with greater awareness, compassion, and self-care.

I have been lucky enough to be sharing the day with a group of incredible women, who will be sharing their wisdom, in a space of grounding, connection, and quiet support, to reconnect with what feels true.

To learn more about this special day, to be held on Saturday the 13th of June, click the link below.

events.humanitix.com/the-women-s-hearth-the-quiet-return

THE WOMEN’S HEARTH: THE QUIET RETURN

12/04/2026

The seasons have changed and our four legged family had a slow start today!
We woke to the horses lying in the path of any sun ray’s they could find, the sheep in a hurry to go to their day time paddock and little Eli sat with his chin rested on the dining table, trying his best to keep his eyes opened!
Enjoy your Sunday, and if you’re in Melbourne, stay warm! xo

09/04/2026

It’s true that carrots are highly nutritious for dogs, and when pulped (to break the tough cell wall) the nutrients are able to be easily absorbed.
But have you ever considered carrots from a Chinese Medicine perspective?
If you’re worried about food allergies or intolerances, your dog may be dealing with foods that don’t suit the current season, or your dog’s individual constitution.
Some owners try almost everything…except for seeking help from a TCM perspective.
I find that this makes an enormous difference when treating persistent issues such as chronic skin sensitivity and inflammatory conditions.
You can apply synthetically produced topical treatments, and supplements or, you can offer bioavailable nutrition via a healthy, natural diet.
I know what makes our dogs happier and healthier.
Want to know more?
Visit for a full consult and we can go over everything,
Sue ☺️🐕🐩

30/03/2026

Sometimes despite our very best efforts, our dogs can experience symptoms that cause both of you, frustration and sadness.
Over the past 2 decades, I have found that treating dogs through both a Naturopathic and Chinese Medicine lense, uncovers patterns that link many of these symptoms.
Once we understand your dog’s individual constitution and “why” these patterns have occurred, we can begin to treat the underlying condition and start strengthening the body to reduce its vulnerability to future illness’s.
If you have a feeling that your dog isn’t feeling 100%, trust the connection between you both and book an appointment.
I’ll always do what I can, so your dog experiences better health and as much happiness as possible,
Sue xo

28/03/2026

What’s included in a Canine Consultation?
All of the consultations I offer can vary, depending on what your dog needs on the day.
As a Canine Naturopath, Oriental Medicine practitioner, Herbalist and Nutritionist (both traditional and TCM 5 element nutrition) I often explore the overall health via all of these perspectives, with the aim to treat the underlying cause, for long term health.
Whether your dog needs a follow up treatment in the following weeks, or months, will all depend on your dog as an individual.
Because we always discuss diet, causes and treatment options, and I often treat your dog using either Shiatsu, Acupuncture, Bowen therapy and/or Myotherapy, the consultation will always be booked in a 45 -60 minute time slot.
My happiness is to see you feeling confident with the health of your cherished 4 legged family member, and for future consultations to follow up and check in with progress rather than to treat the same issue over and over again.
The long consult time, in a treatment space that looks more like a lounge room (with dog beds) rather than a clinical room) allows you and your pets to feel more relaxed and at ease while we navigate our way through the options, together.
Located on our family farm in the Yarra Valley, I would love to meet you and your dogs.
Please feel welcome to contact me via our website, or messenger, and I’ll be sure to have a cuppa ready for your arrival, Sue xo

24/03/2026

03/03/2026

I have a little gardening/food obsession which has allowed our pets to be well, my menopausal symptoms to be easily manageable, and my family’s health and well-being to be improved.
A big part of what I speak to animal owners, and humans about, is referred to as 5 Element Nutrition…that is, a Chinese Medicine approach which is designed to create balance in the body by matching foods, flavours, colours and cooking styles with the five elements - Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water.
Each element is linked to particular organs, seasons, and emotions, and eating in alignment with these relationships, is believed to aid in the prevention of illness, and support health and wellbeing.
I find the added bonus of growing our own food, is the unparalleled sense of satisfaction and connection to nature.
It feels like a magical reward for weeks (sometimes months or years) of constant care and nurturing of the soil and plants.
Sharing deliciously, nourishing, home grown food is, the cherry on top, so to speak!