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Mr. Eric Weisman, Promoter of Evolution Diet, Finally Prosecuted

Posted on June 16, 2011 by skeptvet

I initially wrote about Evolution Diet, and its promoter Eric Weisman, in 2009. In my first article, I primarily addressed the  irresponsible and false advertising for the product, and I only touched briefly on Mr. Weisman’s bogus academic credentials and … Continue reading →

Posted in General | 36 Comments

Raw Diets for Pets: Still No Evidence of Benefit but a Real Risk of Harm

Posted on April 4, 2011 by skeptvet

I’ve written before about raw diets for pets, and at the time my conclusions were these (see the previous articles for details 1, 2): 1. The theoretical arguments presented to support feeding raw diets to dogs and cats are mostly … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 15 Comments

Skepticism about Glucosamine for Arthritis in Dogs and Cats is Growing

Posted on January 9, 2011 by skeptvet

Ok, maybe not. But still, any sign that folks are questioning this ubiquitous practice is a good thing. I have written a number of times about the question of whether or not oral glucosamine and chondroitin are useful for arthritis … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 96 Comments

The SkeptVet on Science-Based Medicine: BARF Diets

Posted on June 11, 2010 by skeptvet

I just wanted to let everyone know that I have a guest post out today on the Science-Based Medicine blog, Raw Meat and Bones Diet for Dogs: It’s Enough to make you BARF. I have followed SBM for a long time, … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 11 Comments

Guest Post from Alison Averis–The Rise of Equine CAM in the UK

Posted on May 19, 2010 by skeptvet

Alison has offerred another interesting piece that offers insight into the role of CAM therapies in equine medicine “across the pond.” I’m not sure whether to be comforted or saddened by the fact that the retreat from rationality and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Guest Posts, Miscellaneous CAVM | 4 Comments

Nutrition in Large Breed Puppies

Posted on January 10, 2010 by skeptvet

It is widely known by veterinarians, pet owners, and dog breeders that large breed puppies are at greater risk than other breeds for developmental disorders of the bones and joints, including hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia, osteochondrosis dissecans (OCD), and hypertrophic … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 13 Comments

Veterinary Joint Supplements-Glucosamine & Chondroitin

Posted on June 5, 2009 by skeptvet

What is it?   Osteoarthritis (OA), also called degenerative joint disease (DJD), is a common and painful disease in older humans and animals. OA mostly affects cartilage, the hard but slippery tissue that covers the ends of bones where they … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 27 Comments

Raw Diets for Dogs and Cats

Posted on June 5, 2009 by skeptvet

What’s All the Fuss About?   Pet owners are naturally concerned about providing the best care for their pets, and no form of care is more direct and meaningful that what we feed our animal companions. Rare but serious problems … Continue reading →

Posted in Nutrition | 1 Comment

Veterinary Chiropractic

Posted on June 5, 2009 by skeptvet

What is it?   Chiropractic is primarily the manipulation of bones in the spine in an effort to treat or prevent disease or to reduce discomfort. Though therapeutic manipulation of bones in the spine and elsewhere has a long history, … Continue reading →

Posted in Chiropractic | 2 Comments