Alternative therapy or non-traditional therapy includes a variety of nutraceuticals (nutrition and pharmaceutical) and botanicals(plant or animal derived substances) in addition to acupuncture and various other hands on therapies. At our hospital we carry a number of nutraceuticals and botanicals which have been shown to be effective in a variety of disease conditions (ex. Degenerative joint disease, chronic diarrhea, liver disease..) This is a complex area in which there are a myriad of products available and limited studies regarding their effectiveness. We are hopeful that continued studies in this area will lead to further understanding of these products. Acupuncture can be a powerful modality in veterinary medicine often in conjunction with other forms of medicine. We do not currently have this service available at our hospital but we may be able to answer questions regarding this modality, its effectiveness and where your pet might receive this treatment.
