Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM
Selecting a type of health care is very much a personal choice. For those of us who have chosen an integrated approach, combining the best of conventional medicine with the best of “natural” therapies, the road began with a search for “something more” that conventional medicine was not able to [...]
Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM
In any discussion of holistic, integrative medicine, it?s not unusual to hear the term “evidence-based” medicine thrown around. Usually, this term is used by opponents of a holistic/ integrative approach to health care. One method the fans of a strictly conventional approach use to try to shut down any rational [...]
Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM
Anesthesia can be safe for all pets, both young and old, IF the correct anesthesia is chosen for the pet?s needs.
Believe in your gut feelings. You know your pet best. If you think there is something wrong and your doctor won?t listen to you, get another opinion.
Communication is extremely important. [...]
Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM
As a practicing veterinarian, I know that all pet owners try to do their best for their pets. However, if your pet could talk, what would he say he really needs to stay in great health? Having worked with pet owners for many years to devise a health plan for [...]
Contributed by Dr. Shawn Messonnier, DVM
1. Vaccines produce long-lasting immunity.
Most vaccines give immunity that lasts 5 years or longer. This means that your pet does not need to be and should not be vaccinated against most diseases on an annual basis. Doing so provides no extra protection and increases the chances of your pet suffering [...]
