Eleven Japanese vets (veterinarians from the Japanese Physicians Society for Homeopathy JPSH) and a wonderful translator came to Dorset, last week, for an intensive course in veterinary homeopathy. It was held in Moonfleet Manor Hotel, about which only superlatives will suffice. We had wonderful service, wonderful food, wonderful weather - truly blessed. This hotel is situated right on the edge of The Fleet, an enigmatic lagoon sheltered behind Chesil Beach (Chesil Bank), so we were not short of scenery and great pubs, for 'extra-curricular' activities.

Peter Gregory and I held presentations and we were assisted by three canine 'live cases', over which the group deliberated to find a meaningful prescription. The owners of these dogs were stalwarts, taking the time to bring their dogs and taking the trouble to converse through translation, all of which added a real and enlivening dimension to the teaching. We wish the dogs a good outcome.

We visited Lulworth Cove and Stair Hole, overlooked Durdle Door and, of course, sampled some local ales. If only we'd had more time! Even the breakdown of one of our cars, during an evening outing, failed to dampen the proceedings. With the help of a big screwdriver and some dirty hands, it lived to fight another day.

The Fleet & Lyme Bay

Stair Hole in the failing light 

What a lovely bunch of folk these intrepid vets are, who travelled so far in their quest for more homeopathic understanding.  We learned much from each other and all concerned (delegates and teachers alike) rated this a fantastic few days, vowing to repeat the experience. We wish everyone a safe journey home.

Teachers: Peter Gregory and Chris Day, with one session held by Jane Keogh

Subjects: Materia Medica, Clinical Syndromes, Principles and Theory (including miasms)

Venue: Moonfleet Manor Hotel, Fleet, Dorset

 [Why not take a look at www.alternativevet.org , while you're here?]