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The LifeExtend Method

Unlock 42-years of experience in one in-depth course. The LifeExtend Method is the culmination of health principles developed by Dr. Ava Frick over many decades that have helped enhance and improve the quality of life of thousands of animals!

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Created by Dr. Ava Frick

Last Updated: 2026

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This course includes:

  • 10 hours on-demand video
  • 5 modules with 137 lessons
  • 7 downloadable resources
  • Access on mobile
  • Lifetime Access
  • Certificate of Completion

about

Are you struggling with understanding the complexities of health for yourself and your pets? The LifeExtend Method Course, taught by Dr. Ava Frick, provides a transformative experience designed to tackle this issue head-on. It comprises 130+ in-depth lessons that span topics from treating various types of pain to unlocking the mysteries behind Lyme Disease. Understand the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and learn how fur can provide clues to reduce animal stress and inflammation.

This course even deepens into feline arthritis, nutritional pain management, and cancer. With this course, you'll have all the tools to improve wellness for your animals.

What you'll learn

  • Understanding the four pain pathways
  • Basics of Ayurveda and eating for your Dosha
  • Comprehensive wellness for animals, focusing on feline arthritis and nutritional pain management
  • Grooming tips and techniques for animals
  • Learning from guest experts through special Q&A sessions
  • How to diagnose and treat Lyme Disease
  • Using fur as an indicator of stress, anxiety, and inflammation in animals
  • Expert cancer prevention and treatment strategies for pets
  • An in-depth look at Tai Chi-inspired practices
  • A deep dive into cancer treatment and prevention in animals

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must have a keen interest in improving pet health and wellness.
  • Open minded and interested in holistic pet care and nutrition.
  • Access to a computer or mobile device for online course participation.

WHAT THEY SAY

Jenny Cruises

I am so very grateful you were here while Jake was alive. The compassion and care y ou had towards him extended his quality and quantity of life by probably 3 years. I say that because if not for your willingness to treat him, Jake would have lived out his life on muscle relaxers and pain killers. The side effects and stress on his body surely would have shortened his life by years.

Mere words cannot express my gratitude. So, again, I say thank you for giving me that extra time with my sweet fur baby, Jake!

LESSONS

Course Content

  • 10:17:22
  • 137 lessons

Module 0: Introduction

I:Welcome to the Program
II:Introduction & Course Completion Certificate
III: Disclaimer

Module 1: Treating The 4-Pain Pathways (2:56:02)

Lesson 1: THE 4-PAIN PATHWAYS Introduction (05:01)
Lesson 1.1: Types and Impact of Pain (05:55)
Lesson 1.2: Why You Need To Know (02:55)

Lesson 2: HOW TO HELP THE FOUR PAIN PATHWAYS Introduction (04:31)
Lesson 2.1: Treating Pain at Transduction (03:31)
Lesson 2.2: Treating Pain at Transmission (02:05)

Lesson 2.3: Treating Pain at Modulation (01:22)
Lesson 2.4: Treating Pain In Perception (02:39)

Lesson 2.5: Exercise Programs to Improve Gait (01:24)

Lesson 3: NUTRITION FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT Introduction (01:41)
Lesson 3.1: Relationship of Nutrition to Pain Formula (00:52)
Lesson 3.2: Vitamins for Pain and Shock (02:41)

Lesson 3.3: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Thiamin (B1 Complex) (02:07)
Lesson 3.4: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Pyridoxine (B6 Complex) (03:24)

Lesson 3.5: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management : Inositol (Vitamin B8) (03:24)

Lesson 3.6: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Vitamin E Complex (01:23)
Lesson 3.7: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management : Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids (01:24)

Lesson 3.8: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Calcium (02:27)
Lesson 3.9: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Magnesium (01:50)

Lesson 3.10: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Chlorophyll (00:33)

Lesson 3.11: Vitamin and Supplements for Pain Management: Omega – 3 Fatty Acids (01:20)

Lesson 3.12: Phytomedicinal Approaches to Pain Management (02:02)

Lesson 3.13: Phytomedicinal Approach: Chamomile (02:20)

Lesson 3.14: Phytomedicinal Approach: Ginseng (02:33)

Lesson 3.15: Phytomedicinal Approach: Turmeric (00:57)

Lesson 3.16: Phytomedicinal Approach: St. John’s Wort (02:34)

Lesson 3.17: Phytomedicinal Approach: Valerian (02:30)

Lesson 3.18: Phytomedicinal Approach: Boswellia (01:06)

Lesson 3.19: Phytomedicinal Approach: White Willow (02:06)

Lesson 3.20: Other Analgesic Derivatives (04:38)

Lesson 4: Closing Review (01:57)
Bonus Q&A 4.1: Does Alpha-Stim work for people and animals? (01:20)
Bonus Q&A 4.2: Why do dogs lick their groin? (02:20)

Bonus Q&A 4.3: How do you give a dog valerian root? (02:43)
Bonus Q&A 4.4: What are some remedies for dog groin infection? (02:57)

Bonus Q&A 4.5: What is the recommended dosage of MSM for dogs? (02:43)

Bonus Q&A 4.6: Should my pet be anesthetized for dental care? (03:53)

Bonus Q&A 4.7: What is functional pain in Dogs? (02:25)
Bonus Q&A 4.8: What is neuropathic pain? (00:58)

Bonus Q&A 4.9: What does it mean when dogs lick inanimate objects? (03:24)
Bonus Q&A 4.10: Why do we treat injury first by cooling? (01:03)

Bonus Q&A 4.11: How does laser therapy work on pain? (02:31)

Bonus Q&A 4.12: What are the treatment options for dogs with torn ACL? (11:03)
Bonus Q&A 4.13: How to treat chronic sinusitis in dogs? (03:24)

Bonus Q&A 4.14: How can I tell where my dogs pain is? (04:03)
Bonus Q&A 4.15: What causes dogs to develop cysts? (03:48)

Bonus Q&A 4.16: Does PEMF Therapy work for Dogs? (06:23)

Module 2: Unlocking the Mystery trifecta of Lyme Disease (2:04:31)

Lesson 1: WHAT IS LYME DISEASE Introduction (02:11)
Lesson 1.1: Signs of Lyme Disease (03:05)
Lesson 1.2: What is Lyme+Aid™ (02:25)

Lesson 1.3: The Trifecta of Lyme Disease (02:12)
Lesson 1.4: The Trifecta of Lyme Disease: Virus (05:38)

Lesson 1.5: The Trifecta of Lyme Disease: Toxic Metal (15:33)
Lesson 1.6: The Trifecta of Lyme Disease: Bacteria (09:31)

Lesson 1.7: Other Triggers (03:17)

Lesson 2: LYME+AID™ - WHAT STEPS DO WE NEED TO TAKE? Diagnosis in Animals (01:53)
Lesson 2.1: Steps To Find What Is Involved (05:13)
Lesson 2.2: Go After Stressors (03:19)

Lesson 3: LYME+AID™ - PAIN AND INFLAMMATION Therapeutic Devices (01:50)
Lesson 3.1: Herbs, Nutrients, Homeopathic (05:20)
Lesson 3.2: Essential Oils (03:56)

Lesson 4: VIRUS & BACTERIA SPECIFIC TREATMENT Bioactive Homeopathic Products (01:38)
Lesson 4.1: Helping GI Eliminate Metals (03:24)
Lesson 4.2: System Support and Detox (03:31)

Lesson 4.3: Get The Lead Out – Under Medical Supervision (03:53)
Lesson 4.4: Conclusion (07:06)

Bonus Q&A 4.1: What does a negative SNAP test mean? (03:20)

Bonus Q&A 4.2: Should analysis targeting be a part of routine diagnostic protocols? (02:10)

Bonus Q&A 4.3: How to manage neuropathic pain in dogs? (02:56)
Bonus Q&A 4.4: What are the best essential oils for Lyme disease? (09:15)

Bonus Q&A 4.5: How to do a rainbow drop technique? (03:39)
Bonus Q&A 4.6: How to use Bio-tensors and pendulum? (05:41)

Bonus Q&A 4.7: Does massage help in releasing toxins? (02:09)

Bonus Q&A 4.8: What is the difference between prebiotics and probiotics? (02:42)
Bonus Q&A 4.9: Is apple cider vinegar a prebiotic? (01:43)

Bonus Q&A 4.10: How to treat Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever in dogs? (02:12)
Bonus Q&A 4.11: How do I check my dog’s pH? (01:58)

Bonus Q&A 4.12: How do I treat my dog’s ear at home? (01:51)

Module 3: Ayurveda: Feeding for the Dosha (1:07:30)

Lesson 1: WHAT IS AYURVEDA Introduction (04:38)
Lesson 1.1: The Five Basic Elements (01:54)
Lesson 1.2: Tridosha (01:05)

Lesson 1.3: Prakruti or Prakriti (02:17)
Lesson 1.4: Dosha Traits (03:54)

Lesson 2: DOSHA & DIGESTION Introduction (02:25)
Lesson 2.1: Vata (07:34)
Lesson 2.2:Pitta (07:24)

Lesson 2.3: Kapha (09:32)
Lesson 2.4: Case Study: Dr. Ava’s Dogs (07:29)

Lesson 3: FEEDING FOR THE DOSHA Ayurveda Regarding Digestion & Nutrition (04:20)
Lesson 3.1: Homecooking Formula (01:14)
Lesson 3.2: Conclusion (00:47)

Bonus Q&A 3.1: How to balance out elevated doshas? (00:54)
Bonus Q&A 3.2: Why do dogs eat dirt? (02:03)

Bonus Q&A 3.3: What does feeding with warm food mean? (01:30)
Bonus Q&A 3.4: What diet can you give to dogs who is a mixed of different doshas? (01:12)

Bonus Q&A 3.5: What shampoo is best for my dog? (00:45)

Bonus Q&A 3.6: How does Ozone therapy helps dogs? (01:11)

Bonus Q&A 3.7: What causes crusty nose in dogs?(00:45)
Bonus Q&A 3.8: How do you feed dogs with bone spurs? (01:04)

Bonus Q&A 3.9: Why does my dog eat dirt? (02:03)
Bonus Q&A 3.10: Is it normal to have an irritated stomach after recovering from parvo? (00:34)

Bonus Q&A 3.11: Can dogs eat powdered eggshells for stomach relief? (00:56)

Module 4: Fur is a Crystal Ball: Let's Use Its Information to Help Reduce Stress, Anxiety, & Information (41:19)

Lesson 1: STRESS IN DOGS Introduction (00:47)
Lesson 1.1: Where Does Stress Start? (02:35)
Lesson 1.2: What are the Sources of Stress? (04:39)

Lesson 1.3: Best Food Options to Reduce Stress (01:58)

Lesson 2: STRESS IN CONNECTION WITH THE FUR How to Tell if your Dog is Stressed? (01:13)
Lesson 2.1: Fur Tissue Mineral Analysis (04:18)
Lesson 2.2: Interpreting Fur Analysis Result (04:19)

Lesson 2.3: Case Study (03:34)
Lesson 2.4: Case Study: Dr. Ava’s Dogs (07:29)

Lesson 3: THE BEHAVIORAL CONNECTION Calcium (04:18)
Lesson 3.1:Magnesium (02:57)
Lesson 3.2: Sodium (02:44)

Lesson 4: TISSUE-MINERAL ANALYSIS The Checkpup Wellness Test (02:56)
Lesson 4.1:Solutions To Reduce Stress In your Pet (05:01)

Module 5: Multifaceted Animal Wellness: A Deep Dive Into Feline Arthritis, Nutritional Pain Management, Cancer And Grooming Challenges In Cats And Dogs (3:32:18)

Lesson 1: A DEEP DIVE INTO PETS PAIN: Pain from a Nutritional Perspective (51:01)
Lesson 2: A DEEP DIVE INTO PETS PAIN: Sorting Out Cancer Pain (1:11:28)
Lesson 3: HOW PAIN DISCOMFORTS YOUR PETS: Arthritis in Cats (1:03:59)

Lesson 4: A DEEP DIVE INTO PETS PAIN: Pain from a Nutritional Perspective (25:50)

Q&A Recordings (52:27)

Dr. Ava Frick's Q&A: (52:27)

Bonus Resources

I: Balance, Posture & Stretching Exercises for Dogs
II: Paw Spa Instructional Presentation
III: Nutrition Survey + Nutrition Book + Jerky Recipe

IV: Book: “Conversations With Animals” Biography

V: Life Extend Supplement Checklist

VI: Future Premium Pass $20 Discount

INSTRUCTOR

  • 5+ instructor rating

Dr. Ava Frick

DVM, CAC, FAIS

Dr. Ava Frick has practiced for 42 years in animal chiropractic, rehab and nutrition. Her research and books in the fields of equine exercise, hair tissue mineral analysis, nutrition, and veterinary microcurrent therapy (to which she is considered the world’s leading authority) have been internationally published. She has been honored as Hartz Veterinarian of the Year Runner-up, received a humane society Visionary Award, and was one of the first inductees into the Animal Chiropractic Hall of Fame. Her biography, Conversations with Animals – From Farm Girl to Pioneering Veterinarian, was released in 2021.

REVIEWS

Student feedback

Wow so much information from everyone. Thank you al. I have written so many notes on each session of the summit. So grateful to all who shared their knowledge and Ava for hosting the guests and for your own knowledge I would recommend this summit to anyone who has animals in their life, pet owners, pet healers, vets, pet sitters the list could go on
Jan Mullin

I have greatly enjoyed and benefited from watching the Summit. The diversity of speakers afforded everyone an opportunity to hear about issues not normally presented to the general populous, which brought about a rich foundation of information and awareness. Many presenters were obviously in love with animals as are guardians of these special beings. I felt Dr. Frick was exceptional in hosting, deciphering and guiding her interviews. I've been in human natural health care for 35 years which has always been applied to my animals, and still I learned new information! I would recommend this summit to all humans involved with animals at any level. The love and attention we give one another must also be expanded to include God's gift to us in the form of creatures...
Judy Mersky

Informative, knowledgeable, engaging speakers. I received real-life information that I was able to apply immediately. Anyone interested in learning more for their dog’s benefit & enjoyment.
Tina Leitner

Every guest speaker brought something good to the table. My favorite speaker was Doggy Dan. His personality and energy captivated my complete attention. What a lovely person. If I lived in New Zealand, I would definitely choose him to set my puppy up for success. Thank you!

I'm glad I had the opportunity to attend this summit.
Deborah Clark

I picked up some things I did wrong Anyone with a new puppy
Linda Killion
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