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Alternative Veterinary Medicine

By Franny Syufy, About.com Guide

Definition: adj. Complementary forms of treatment used by veterinarians to supplement traditional veterinary practice; including, but not limited to accupuncture, homeopathy, herbal treatment and massage therapy.
Pronunciation: al-turn-a-tivAudio Link
Also Known As: Holistic Veterinary Medicine
Examples:
Linda was not satisfied with her traditional veterinarian, so she took Tiger to a vet that practices alternative veterinary medicine for a second opinion.

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