Cat Fancy magazine has an article in the July 2006 issue (not online) that includes common sense guidelines for achieving a holistic approach to cat healthcare.

First.

• Visit your veterinarian to get a diagnosis
• Ask for a recommendation to a trusted professional to discuss holistic approaches if your vet is not comfortable with the topic

Then, when discussing treatments with the holistic therapist get the following information.

• The goals or endpoints of therapy
• Cat conditions that respond vs. those that do not
• Research results that support the recommended treatment in cats
• Potential for drug or food interactions
• Duration of treatment
• Estimated cost (I added this one)

If not satisfied, get a second opinion.

When it comes to CAM, that’s good advice for cats ? and people.

7/15/06 17:19 JR