How to Find a Holistic Medicine Veterinarian

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Holistic medicine involves exploring all aspects of an animal's life. A veterinarian who uses holistic medicine will look at your pet's physical condition and behavior as well as your pet's everyday life. Holistic medicine can help in healing animal's physical and emotional ailments, from joint problems to digestive conditions. Finding a holistic medicine veterinarian for your pet isn't difficult. Follow these steps to find them.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • A computer with Internet access

Begin the Search for a Veterinarian

Step1
Get started by visiting the "American Holistic Veterinarian Medical Association" Web site (see Resources below). This site will help you learn more about what holistic veterinary medicine entails.
Step2
Read through the site and familiarize yourself with holistic medicine and the treatments it offers, especially if you're new to this practice.
Step3
Use the "Find a Holistic Vet" link on the "American Holistic Veterinarian Medical Association" Web site to locate veterinarians in a particular area.
Step4
Check the "Modalities Quick Reference" to see the treatments available.
Step5
Click on the "Search Now" link.
Step6
Start by filling in the "Advanced Search" categories. You don't have to know the name of the veterinarian you are searching for.
Step7
Click "Submit" to begin your search.
Step8
Notice the modalities noted within each veterinarian listed. This will ensure you contact the right practitioner.
Step9
Use the "Quick Reference" guide to clarify each meaning.
Step10
Contact the veterinarian you want to make an appointment.

Look at an Alternate Source

Step1
Search through the "Veterinary Medicine Internet Resources" Web site for other veterinarian choices (see Resources below). Click on the "U.S. & Canada: Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy Referral List" link for a good start.
Step2
Look for an international holistic pet doctor within the "Practitioner Databases" category on the "Veterinary Medicine Internet Resources" Web site.

Tips & Warnings

  • Depending on the type of treatment you seek, holistic treatments can be moderately priced. The most inexpensive way to treat a condition through holistic medicine is by addressing you pet's diet.
  • If you're truly interested in holistic care for your pet, check out the "Courses and Seminars" link on the "American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association" Web site.
  • Take your pet to an animal hospital if it's convulsing, vomiting or having diarrhea.

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