Integrative Veterinary Medicine, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, 1st Edition

 Integrative Veterinary Medicine

Integrative Veterinary Medicine, 1st Edition provides an overview of integrative approaches to small animal healthcare, combining conventional veterinary medicine with complementary therapies. It discusses approaches such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, rehabilitation, and other supportive modalities alongside standard clinical care. The book considers practical applications for improving patient wellbeing and managing a range of conditions. It is a useful reference for veterinarians, veterinary students, and small animal practitioners.

Key Features:

• Provides an overview of integrative veterinary medicine for small animals
• Explores complementary therapies used alongside conventional veterinary care
• Discusses acupuncture and other integrative treatment approaches
• Covers the role of nutrition in comprehensive patient management
• Examines herbal and natural medicine applications in veterinary practice
• Addresses rehabilitation and supportive therapies for small animal patients
• Discusses approaches to improving overall patient wellbeing and quality of life
• Considers practical integration of complementary methods into clinical care
• Supports a comprehensive and individualized approach to veterinary treatment
• Useful for veterinarians, veterinary students, clinicians, and small animal practitioners