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-tern-a-tiv
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.
