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Protandim–Snake Oil Marketing at its Best (or Worst)

Posted on October 11, 2011 by skeptvet

There are a seemingly infinite number of herbal remedies and dietary supplements marketed for pets, thanks largely to the inadequate regulation of such products and the inability of the government to enforce what rules there are. This creates an open … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 62 Comments

From SBM: The Top Ten Pet Supplements–Do They Work?

Posted on May 19, 2011 by skeptvet

From Science-Based Medicine: The Top Ten Pet Supplements–Do They Work? An Embarrassment of Riches? Much has been written here about the dietary supplement industry, a multibillion dollar industry with powerful political connections, and about the woeful inadequacy of regulation which … Continue reading →

Posted in Herbs and Supplements | 20 Comments

Integrative Medicine or Bait-and Switch?

Posted on February 13, 2011 by skeptvet

For a while now, the Huffington Post has been providing a platform for a prominent voice in the alternative veterinary medicine community, Dr. Richard Palmquist. Dr. Palmquist is involved in the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA), and has had … Continue reading →

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