TRADITION
Read tradition in context
Explore classical knowledge and ideas about nature, distinguishing historical perspectives from findings supported by current research.
International Pet Alternative Medicine Association — herbal medicine and education for companion animals
IPAMA / HERBAL MEDICINE & CARE
One world.Shared care.
Herbal medicine and learning for companion animals.
Bringing traditional knowledge and research into a closer understanding of each animal’s everyday life.
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THE FIVE ELEMENTS
Five ways of seeing nature.
01 / HERBAL TRADITIONS & RESEARCH
Tradition.
Research. Care.
The International Pet Alternative Medicine Association connects herbal medicine traditions, public research and everyday observation. We explore Ayurveda and other perspectives on nature, with respect for the needs of different species, breeds and individuals.
About Ayurveda · NCCIH ↗RESEARCH
Read research with care
Consider the source, study population and strength of evidence, distinguishing traditional uses from current research findings.
INDIVIDUAL CARE
Understand each animal
Respect differences in species, breed, age and environment as we learn how people and animals live together.
02 / HERBAL MEDICINE LIBRARY
Traditional herbs.
Informed care.
Traditional herbs, viewed through companion-animal care.
Explore historical uses alongside the scope of research in dogs and cats.
Traditional uses and companion-animal research are presented separately. Use requires assessment of species, formulation and current medication.
HUMAN–ANIMAL BOND / RESEARCH NOTES
Life is better,
connected.
We explore relationships between people and animals through research, sharing questions and possibilities from HABRI’s public resources.
THE DOG LIBRARY / AKC & UKC RESOURCES
Know the breed.
See the individual.
Understanding breed history, coat and classification deepens observation.
Explore official resources from AKC and UKC.
05 / THE LANGUAGE OF NATURE
Five elements.
A world of connections.
Five foundations for understanding nature.
Explore life through earth, water,
fire, air and space.
FIVE ELEMENTSNatural harmony
Background and references for the two traditions
Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Space are the five elements of Ayurveda. Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water are the five phases of East Asian tradition. Each has its own history and concepts.
High Commission of India · Introduction to Ayurveda ↗NCCIH · Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine ↗
MINA YU, Ph.D., Ch.D.06 / MEET THE PRESIDENT
MINA YU, Ph.D., Ch.D.
President, International Pet Alternative Medicine Association · Director, Olirapy Research Institute
Selected honour서울지방중소벤처기업청장상2022In the everyday lives we share,
we find questions that shape our care.
Her record includes Westie breeding and handling in 2002 and grooming education in 2004, followed by university teaching, aromatherapy research and writing.
- Academic background
- Ph.D. in Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Doctor of Christian Health (Ch.D.)
Puritan Reformed University · 2024
Master’s degree in Animal-Assisted Natural Healing - Teaching experience
- Former adjunct professor at Kyonggi University’s Graduate School of Alternative Medicine and Myongji College
- Research & writing
- 2024–2025 · Journal articles on aromatherapy
2025 · Co-author, Herbal Aromatherapy for Companion Animals - Professional activity
- Industry–academia research director · 한국벤처혁신학회
- Award
- 2022 · 서울지방중소벤처기업청장상
- Collaboration
- 2025 · MOU with 교육협동조합 세움
PUBLICATIONS & LEARNING
From page
to perspective.
Ideas on the page. A closer view of everyday life.
Learning to understand the animals beside us.
THE SOURCE BOOK 2025
반려동물을 위한허브-아로마테라피
Herbs & Aromatherapy for Companion Animals
Hakjisa Medical
10 March 2025 · 368 pagesISBN
9791194219583
Book information & contents
10 March 2025 · 368 pagesISBN
9791194219583
INSIDE THE BOOK
Read nature.
Understand animals.
Coauthored by Mina Yu, this Korean-language book explores plant–animal relationships, aromatic materials, canine anatomy and breeds, and field cases across two parts.
- 01
- Herbs and aromatherapyHistory, essential oils, hydrosols, carrier oils and herbs.
- 02
- Aromatherapy for companion animalsUnderstanding animals, application topics and case studies.
Explore the terminology and case studies to broaden your understanding of companion animals.
Olirapy Academy
Learn to observe. Build practical skills.
Curriculum in preparationTwo courses in development, drawing on Olirapy’s teaching experience and everyday observation.
01 / AROMA STUDIESCurriculum in preparation
Olirapy Pet Aromatherapy
Advisor Programme
Begin with the book’s foundations, develop an understanding of aromatic materials, and learn to read everyday observations and cases.
- Foundations of herbs and aromatherapy
- Material characteristics and source reading
- Observation records and case understanding
02 / WESTIE COAT STUDIESCourse in preparation
Understanding the Westie Coat
& Handstripping
A practical course in development, exploring coat growth, individual coat characteristics and handstripping with the dog’s comfort in mind.
- Coat growth cycles and observation
- Handstripping principles and practice
- Reading the dog’s responses and comfort
Teaching hours, fees, dates and application details will be published with the enrolment announcement.
07 / CONTACT
Let’s connect.
Email us with enquiries about education, resources, research and collaboration.
Email enquiriesipamaworld@gmail.comAssociation address
FLYQ Eunpyeong, Jingwan-dong, Eunpyeong-gu, Seoul, Republic of KoreaPlease arrange your visit in advance by email.
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