Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Integrative Veterinary Oncology: Part I-Diet, Herbs, Essential Oils, and Supplements.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Small animal practice
- Year:
- 2025
- Authors:
- Hershey, Betsy
- Affiliation:
- Integrative Veterinary Oncology · United States
Plain-English summary
Integrative veterinary oncology is a way to help pets with cancer by combining traditional treatments with other supportive therapies. This approach includes using special diets, herbs, essential oils, and supplements to improve the pet's quality of life during their illness. The goal is to provide a more holistic treatment plan that can help pets feel better while they undergo conventional cancer therapies.
Abstract
Integrative veterinary oncology combines complementary and alternative therapies with conventional cancer treatments to support the patient and provide improved quality of life. Complementary and alternative therapies modalities, including nutrition, herbs, essential oils, and supplements will be discussed for the benefit of the patient with veterinary cancer.
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