Holistic Treatment for Dogs
Overview
Just like humans, pets can suffer from degenerative, chronic health conditions. Fortunately veterinarians and specialists are adopting new, holistic approaches with alternative therapies and treatments for dogs.
Types of Holistic Treatment
Alternative therapies include treatments such as physiotherapy, acupuncture and massage therapy. Here is a sample list to give you a clearer picture:
- Chiropractic
- Acupuncture
- Homeopathic
- Holistic
- Massage Therapy
- Laser Treatment
- Hydrotherapy
- Rehabilitation
Health Issues
The most common type of health issues treated by alternative therapies are chronic conditions. These are the type of health issues that tend to linger for many years so the key, in many cases, is to manage the symptoms to maximize the quality of life for your pet.
Here is a sample list of chronic conditions that may affect your pet.
Learn More: Dog Health Conditions
Coverage Options
Most pet insurance companies cover alternative therapies in their standard policies. Other companies require you to add alternative therapies to their standard plan. Here is a list of the top five ranked pet insurance companies and their policies related to alternative therapy treatments.
You can also consider getting a wellness and routine care plan because most of them will cover alternative therapies and other routine health care treatments. Some pet insurance pet insurance companies do not cover alternative therapies so it’s important to check before buying a policy.
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