CAM for Cats
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