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Is Cancer Caused by Bad Luck?
Why Ask Why? There are many reasons people are interested in the causes of cancer in pets. On a purely emotional level, it is natural to ask “Why?” when something terrible happens, such as the diagnosis of cancer in a … Continue reading
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The Dangerous Allure of Alternative Therapies for Pets with Cancer
Most pet owners understand that science-based medicine is the best hope for maintaining and restoring health in their animal companions. The tremendous successes of preventative and therapeutic healthcare in the last couple of centuries is difficult to deny (though proponents … Continue reading
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Science or Magic? A Illustration of Homeopathic Provings
Introduction One of the ways that homeopathy manages to look like a science, rather than essentially the practice of magic, is through the use of detailed and systematic methods that resembles those of real science. One example of this is … Continue reading
Posted in Homeopathy
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A Visit to Hogwarts: The BAVH Introductory Course in Homeopathy
One of the things I like best about homeopathy is that when I want to illustrate how fanciful and ridiculous the theories and beliefs of homeopaths are, there is no need to exaggerate or embellish their claims in any way. … Continue reading
Posted in Homeopathy
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Vaccination Protects Children from Allergies Later in Life
One of the innumerable complaints made about vaccination is that it “stresses the immune system,” and that this can lead to immune-system diseases, including allergies. Dr. Crislip at Science-based Medicine has already dealt with the notion of immune system overload, … Continue reading
Posted in Vaccines
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The Fence-Learn to Love Nuance, Complexity, and Ambivalence
From the only humanist, atheist, skeptic rock star out there, Tim Minchin!
Posted in Humor
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Antibody Titer Testing as a Guide for Vaccination in Dogs and Cats
I have been involved in a number of discussions lately regarding the concept of testing antibody titers in lieu of vaccinating, and I thought it might be useful to summarize some of the issues involved in this complex topic. I … Continue reading
Posted in Vaccines
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Probiotics in Horses
I’ve written frequently about probiotics, microorganisms given as supplements to hopefully benefit health. Often claimed as an “alternative” therapy, probiotics are really no different from any therapy in science-based medicine. The theory behind their use is certainly consistent with established … Continue reading
Posted in Herbs and Supplements
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The SkeptVet & the Media
As I’ve often pointed out, the majority of the information on complementary and alternative therapies for pets available on the internet comes from companies or advocates selling these products and services. One of the reasons I write this blog is … Continue reading
Evidence Update: Evaluating the Benefits & Risks of Neutering in Dogs and Cats
In 2010, I published a narrative review of the literature evaluating the risks and benefits of neutering in dogs and cats. Much additional research has been completed and published since then, and I have just complete an update of my … Continue reading
Posted in Science-Based Veterinary Medicine
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