Is there evidence for the use of natural therapies such as herbs and acupuncture for treating pets? The answer probably depends on what is meant by evidence. A better question might be: How do holistic veterinary practitioners make ethical and best-practice decisions when recommending a treatment modality for a patient?
Integrative medicine is a curious balance. As a trained scientist, I always want to know what a treatment is and how it works. One definition of evidence-based medicine is to use good evidence