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Although not recognized by most veterinary bodies as a clinical specialty per se, the demand for alternative medicine by pet and horse owners has increased tremendously over the last decade; this has led to more formal veterinary training by bodies such as the International Veterinary Acupuncture Sociey (IVAS) where vets can study for a Certificate in Acupuncture.  Unfortunately, too many so-called "naturopaths" without any formal medical training are offering such services to pet owners as well - this may be motivation to veterinarians to be at least familiar with the various modalities that are available within anecdotal-based medicine as opposed to just solely evidence-based medicine.  

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Complementary and Alternative Veterinary Medicine: Principles and Practice
by Allen M. Schoen (Editor) & Susan G. Wynn (Editor)

Hardcover: 820 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 1st edition (January 15, 1998)

Book Info
Veterinary Institute for Therapeutic Alternatives. Comprehensive text introducting veterinarians to the scientific basis and clinical applications of many of the techniques in CAM (complementary and alternative medicine.) Halftone illustrations. 33 contributors.

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Manual of Natural Veterinary Medicine: Science and Tradition
by Susan G. Wynn & Steve Marsden

Paperback: 740 pages
Publisher: Mosby; (October 15, 2002)

Book Info
This practical guide synthesizes the types of treatment available for specific diseases. It is a handy reference that provides readers with an understanding of complementary and alternative treatment options for more than 130 common disease states and describes a variety of possible approaches to small animal disorders. Concentrating on nutrition, herbs, traditional Chinese medicines, and physical therapies, the authors present both tradition- and evidence-based therapies for various disorders.

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Veterinarian's Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs - Safe and Effective Alternative Treatments and Healing Techniques from the Nation's Top Holistic Veterinarians
by Martin Zucker

Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Three Rivers Press; (February 2000)

Book Info
The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Dogs is both an introduction and a guide to the vast world of natural healing methods, treatments, and foods now available for dogs. Author Martin Zucker offers advice from dozens of holistic practitioners and licensed veterinarians, who share their recipes, insights, and "prescriptions."  Mainly for owners but vets will benefit from it as an introductory text.

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Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: Three Rivers Press; (February 2000

Book Info
The Veterinarians' Guide to Natural Remedies for Cats is an introduction and a guide to the vast world of natural methods, treatments, and foods that are now available for cats. Veterinarians from around the country offer information and opinions to help you determine what's best for your cat. In addition to showing you how to develop a healthy diet for your pet, these doctors will tell you about alternative treatments such as homeopathy, acupuncture, chiropractic care, massage, and herbal medicine. Mainly for owners but vets will benefit from it as an introductory text.

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Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Scribner; (February 2003)

Book Info
Interesting read about a collection of stories about holistic veterinary medicine. Dr Kelleher, a veterinarian who received her original training in traditional Western medicine, explains how she came to realize that there was a more "compassionate way to heal animals." True stories of holistic healing are accompanied with practical explanations of the underlying theories and practice.

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Xie's Veterinary Acupuncture
by Huisheng Xie & Vanessa Preast

Hardcover: 376 pages
Publisher: Blackwell Publishing (January 2007)

Book Info
University of Florida, Florida. Written by a world renowned authority on veterinary acupuncture, this reference will discuss both ancient and newly developed acupuncture techniques for both small and large animals and will address a variety of acupuncture related topics: 1) the locations and functions of the Meridian pathways, 2) the scientific basis of acupuncture, 3) the methods of locating acupuncture points, and 4) the methods of practicing acupuncture in various clinics.

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Veterinary Acupuncture: Ancient Art to Modern Medicine
by Allen M. Schoen (Editor)

Hardcover: 628 pages
Publisher: Mosby; 2nd edition (January 15, 2001)

Book Info
Colorado State Univ., Fort Collins. Reference text for veterinarians and veterinary students. Includes new chapters on research, laws of point selection, the longitudinal muscle-channel system, equine biomechanics, and veterinary manipulative therapies. Acupuncture atlases for many species are also included. Clinical significance boxes help readers to apply principles to practice.

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Veterinary Acupuncture
by Alan M. Kilde & Shiu H. Kung

Paperback: 316 pages
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press; (November 2002)

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Acu-Cat: A Guide to Feline Acupressure
by Amy Snow & Nancy Zidonis

Paperback: 172 pages
Publisher: Tallgrass Pr; (January 25, 2000)

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Equine Acupressure: A Working Manual
by Nancy A. Zidonis & Amy Snow

Paperback: 160 pages
Publisher: Equine Acupressure Inc; 3rd edition (June 1, 1999)

"This book is a must buy for those interested in therapy work on horses."
Holistic Horse June 1999

"Equine Acupressure, A Working Manual provides a wealth of valuable information."
Natural Horse Magazine March 99

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Hardcover
Publisher: The C.W. Daniel Company Ltd; (August 1994)

Book Info
This book is written by one of the pioneers of veterinary acupuncture in Germany.

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Bach Flower Remedies for Animals
by Helen Graham & Gregory Vlamis

Paperback: 128 pages
Publisher: Findhorn Press (May 1, 1999)

Book Info
This books offers descriptions of each of the 38 Bach Flower Remedies, and their application to the treatment of a range of domestic animals, including horses. It also describes diagnostic symptoms, animal by animal, together with appropriate treatment regimens, illustrated with case material obtained from veterinarians, animal behavior specialists and health practitioners. The book also includes a list of sources of flower remedies. Other important and helpful areas discussed are:
- Emotions in animals and their influence on behavior
- The emotional bond between animals and humans
- The pros and cons of thinking of animals in human terms
- The principles of flower remedies and their suitability for use in the treatment of animals.

About the Authors
Helen Graham is a lecturer at Keele University, England, and the author of several books on psychology and complementary medicine. She breeds Salukis, and lives in rural England with her husband, mother, numerous Salukis, rare breeds of sheep, ornamental wildfowl and traditional breeds of poultry. Gregory Vlamis is a researcher and author of bestseller Bach Flower Remedies to the Rescue. He has been researching the life and work of Dr. Edward Bach since the early 1970s, and divides his time between the USA and Greece.

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Flower Essences for Animals: Remedies for Helping the Pets You Love
by Lila Devi

Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Beyond Words Publishing (November 10, 2000)

Book Info
Essentially a lay person's guide, Flower Essences for Animals presents a bird's eye view into the animal kingdom. Topics include: a new definition of pets and owners; an insightful way to understand your animal friends and yourself in terms of personality strengths, called theme essences; remedies for addressing the many behaviors and situations that arise for animals and their caregivers, labeled plot essences; what to do when a pet dies; handy reference charts for pets and the people who love them; and much more.

About the Author
With experiential wisdom and refreshing humor, Lila Devi - founder of the Master's Flower Essences, the second oldest essence line in the world today - presents this treasury of practical tools for enhancing the quality of your pets' lives.

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Veterinary Materia Medica and Clinical Repertory With a Materia Medica of the Nosodes
by George Macleod

Paperback: 208 pages
Publisher: C.W. Daniel; Revised edition (December, 1992)

Book Info
This compact materia medica alphabetically lists 280 homeopathic remedies and each entry is accompanied by information about the remedy's origin, the major actions on the body systems, and the most common uses. The materia medica of the nosodes acts as a guide to using nosodes therapeutically as well as prophylactically. There is also a concise clinical repertory that lists common ailments and their treatments.

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Homeopathic Care for Cats and Dogs: Small Doses for Small Animals
by Donald Hamilton

Paperback: 482 pages
Publisher: North Atlantic Books (November 1, 1999)

Book Info
This is the first book written by an American veterinarian specializing in homeopathic medicine. It teaches the average consumer how to use natural remedies to treat common, acute, and chronic problems in cats and dogs. Hamilton covers digestive complaints, skin diseases (including flea irritation), respiratory disorders, urinary diseases, mouth, teeth, and gum problems, ear pain, musculoskeletal ailments, injuries and traumas, and psychological and behavioral problems. He also addresses several issues that cannot be found in any other book on veterinary medicine including how to treat hyperactive cats and dogs, and how to differentiate between true healing and suppression or palliation of a disease.

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Homeopathy in Veterinary Practice
by K. J. Biddis MRCVS

Paperback: 86 pages
Publisher: C. W. Daniel Company, Ltd.; 2nd edition (June, 1992)

Book Info
Written by a well-known UK vet and homeopathy, this concise guide serves as a practical reference to prescribing homeopathic remedies to animals. This 2nd edition includes an enlarged index and a whole new chapter on the treatment of goats.

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Equine Massage: A Practical Guide
by Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt

Spiral-bound: 240 pages
Publisher: Howell Book House; Spiral edition (January 1997)

Book Info
People in the horse world know all too well that performance horses, like human athletes, are trained, fed and cared for so they can go faster, jump higher and run longer. Daily training and competing can result in injuries, aches and pains, which if treated by drugs alone may only mask the problem and not remedy it. This is why equine massage therapist Jean-Pierre Hourdebaigt created a program of techniques that will enable owners and riders, trainers and grooms.

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Physical Therapy and Massage for the Horse
by Jean-Marie Denoix

Hardcover: 224 pages
Publisher: Trafalgar Square; 2nd edition (April 25, 2001)

Book Info
English edition of original French text (published in 1989) by a a professor of veterinary anatomy and an Olympics-class equine physical therapist. Well-illustrated with diagrams and photos to show exact hand positions.

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How to Massage Your Dog
by Jane Buckle

Hardcover: 88 pages
Publisher: Howell Book House; (October 1995)

Book Info
Do you know of a couch-potato pooch who needs stimulating? A hyperactive hound who you'd like to get to relax? Find the advice you need, as well as a good dose of humor and charm, in How to Massage Your Dog. As this letter from Mandy the Mutt, a satisfied dog, says, "I was a little skeptical when you started touching me in this new manner, but I must admit it is very relaxing and does help take my mind off our regular trips to the veterinarian. …With many woofs of pleasure, yours faithfully."  Funny book and great gift book!

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Home Prepared Dog & Cat Diets: The Healthful Alternative
by Donald R. Strombeck

Paperback: 366 pages
Publisher: Iowa State University Press; (January 15, 1999)

Book Info
Univ. of California, Davis. Nutrition and dietetics book for owners, breeders, and veterinarians. Includes over 200 computer-based recipes, complete nutritional content data, special diets, and food quality and safety information.

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