Question:
I have read articles critical of vets prescribing unnecessary shots and topical flea controls that could be harmful. I have also seen reference to holistic vet treatment, but cannot find any indication in any vet ads.
How do I find someone more interested in my pet's health than selling me more shots, flea meds or high-priced dog food?
G.P., Lake Worth, FL Jan 10, 2011
Answer:
There is an excellent organization called the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA), of which I have been a supporting member for many years. The organization offers a professional journal, medical conferences and workshops for veterinarians who practice alternative and complementary medicine in an integrative way with conventional treatments, which is what I've been preaching in my column for many years.
To locate an AHVMA-affiliated veterinarian in your area, go to www.ahvma.org, where a list of practicing members is posted for pet owners such as yourself.
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