RABIES
Get the help you need: proactive steps to take with a resource list of holistic vets in several states
Click HERE for sample VACCINE WAIVER for your pet
Has your vet been pressuring you to get your pet vaccinated against rabies? Many in our Healthy American family are alarmed at the sudden INCREASE in the push for (fake, phony, fraudulent and UNNECESSARY) rabies shots. So many have emailed asking me if they can get an exemption for their pet. I don’t know about you, but I will do whatever I can to keep my pets healthy.
Imagine: the same vaccine dose is given to an animal whether it weighs 9 pounds or 90 pounds! What kind of "science" is that? Especially since I can't even get any medicine for my dog unless she undergoes a complete blood panel to make sure she can "tolerate" it! (Note: Teddy is NOT on any medication; I am using this an an example of how ridiculous the one-size-fits-all vaccine requirements are for both humans and animals.)
Options to consider for avoiding rabies shots:
Find a holistic vet
I don’t have an exhaustive list of holistic vets, but here’s a good place to start for more education from a well known holistic vet, Dr. Karen Becker: https://healthypets.mercola.com/sites...
and also Dr. John Robb.
We are also working to compile a list of holistic vets in each state. Please email us support@thehealthyamerican.org
Find a mobile vet or mobile groomer that will come to your home
One reason for the strong push for rabies vaccination is that if your dog bites someone, the vet could be held liable. Although this is highly unlikely, it’s till a good idea to have a vet or groomer come to your home because it eliminates many “risks” and potential reasons for them to refuse care for your pet. Many rules and regulations differ from state to state, but in general, if another person's dog injures someone, the victim can seek financial restitution from the at-fault party (defendant) if certain conditions are met. Typically, the defendant is the dog's owner, but this may not be the case if the attack happened at a vet's office or kennel. Again, this differs by state, and cases against the vet or kennel are very difficult to establish, and the dog owner is usually held liable in like 99% of cases.
Get an exemption if your animal is elderly or has a history of adverse reactions
The other concept, which even your veterinarian should support, is that if your animal cannot handle the shot, they shouldn't receive it. Therefore, if it were my animals, I would argue that they are too old and have a history of adverse reactions, and that I would vouch for the fact that they are not physically able to tolerate it. Your veterinarian could then be able to write a medical exemption.
Get a titer to draw your animals blood to test their immunity
Although I don’t care for these unnecessary blood draws and medical interventions, this last option is better than nothing. At the very least it ensures your pet is healthy while minimizing unnecessary vaccinations (or revaccinations).
Consider non-veterinary options to keep your animals healthy
Again, I am not giving any medical advice, but consider ways to minimize those vet visits by focusing on healthy nutrition, the right amount of physical and mental activity, etc. I personally don’t take my animals for “check-ups” and only use the vet in an emergency.
Be sure to watch my video above and read my previous post linked below for more information! My original rabies post dives into greater detail about the law and questioning the existence of this so-called “virus.”
Veterinarians not pushing the needle:
*Note: this list will continue to be updated. Please email us support@thehealthyamerican.org if you know of a holistic vet in your state.
Go HERE for online holistic vet consult and titer testing
Arizona
Dr. Armaiti May / 310-614-3530 / veganvet@gmail.com *currently doing house calls
California
Dr. Amara / Healing Happens
Healthier Pets / (657) 900-2263 / Santa Ana
Dr. Vani Guttikonda / 714-537-6780 / Boulevard Animal Hospital Garden Grove
Colorado
Dr. Katie Woodley / She does house calls here in Northern Colorado and telemedicine / website
Florida
Veterinary Acupuncture & Wellness / 904-241-8869 / 480 Osceola Ave
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Dr. Samra L'amie, Ocean Edge Veterinary Clinic
Port Orange Florida
Indiana
Dr. Todd Cooney / 765-455-4411 / Animal Wellness Center
Minnesota
Dr. Levy / Holistic Vet Care
Ohio
Dr. Preston / Holistic Vet Expert
Rhode Island
Dr. Silka Castro / Warwick Animal Hospital
South Carolina
Dr. Kristi Oldham / 843-323-8562 / Trinity Island Vet Clinic
Canada
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Here is a compilation of comments from other Healthy Americans:
Veterinarian in Rolla, MO | South Side Animal Clinic L.L.C (ssacrolla.com)
Welcome To AHH Online (animalhealthandhealing.com)
Anicare Veterinary Hospital, Saanichton, BC Canada*
Healing Traditions Holistic Veterinarian Clinic, Calgary, Alberta Canada
*Unfortunately, the first one is currently not taking new clients
Dr Will Falconer
http://www.VitalAnimal.com
Has free rabies education online classes several times a year, on ways to Not poison your pet with an unnecessary rabies shot.
One rabies shot lasts the lifetime of a pet.
But preferably avoid all shots if possible.
Dr Falconer also has a paid rabies class to learn even more to be very informed to stand up for your pets.
Davison Vet Integrated Care Dr Sovey.
Davison Mi
Whole Health Pet Center, 18011 East State Route 58, Raymore, MO 64083, 816-331-1868,
https://www.wholehealthpetcenter.com/
They offer among many other things help with: animal chiropractic; animal rescue; behavior consultation, issues and modification; blood samples and tests; broken teeth; Chinese food therapy and medicine; client education; cold laser therapy treatments; complementary treatments; cruciate (torn ACL reconstruction); digital no-lead x-ray; dog sitting and doggie daycare; evening appointments; fecal exam; fractures; heartworm test; HOLISTIC vets and care; homeopathic remedies; house calls; integrative medicine; nutritional advice, counseling and supplementation; online pharmacy; organic dog and cat food; pain relief and control; pet insurance; pet massage therapist; phone consultations; physical therapy; puppy classes; specialty surgical; teeth cleaning; therapeutic foods; vaccine titers; weight loss plans; wildlife rehabilitation.
Parkland Animal Clinic & Big Bear Lodge, 8017 North University Drive, Parkland, FL 33067, 954-757-9990, https://www.parklandanimalclinic.com/veterinary-services.html
Alternative medicine healing vets provide among many other things help with:
acupuncture, dentistry, diet counseling, digital no-lead radiology, electro therapy, exercise programs, healthy life exams that come with free unlimited office visits, herbology, laser surgery and therapy, natural diets and vitamins, nutrition center, nutritional diet therapy, pet weight loss, thermal infrared camera.
Animal Health & Healing, 2615 South Big Bend Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63143, 314-781-1738, https://www.animalhealthandhealing.com/paths.html
Full service integrative veterinary practice blending holistic and conventional medicine and surgery to optimize the health of patients. The holistic approach understands the body’s capability to heal itself. This occurs by rebalancing the life force within each patient. In western medicine the life force is the immune system. In homeopathy it is referred to as the vital force while in Traditional Chinese Medicine it is called chi. Regardless of terminology this healing energy can be released by various holistic modalities. When used by highly trained veterinarians these modalities are very useful in treating both acute and chronic disease. These therapies are effective and free of harmful side effects. Examples of chronic disease that can be helped by this approach include cancer, kidney disease, heart disease, skin allergies, and arthritis. They offer alternative healing modalities and integrative medicine including but not limited to diet and nutrition in treating and preventing disease, especially cancer; nutraceuticals in the form of glandular supplements, antioxidants, digestive enzymes, and fatty acids; classical homeopathy remedies containing minute doses of botanicals, minerals or animal products; acupuncture for hip dysplasia, arthritis, disc disease, epilepsy, skin diseases, and some chronic gastrointestinal diseases; Chinese medicine for diabetes, Cushing’s disease, cancer. and liver disease. On vaccinations controversy surrounds the issue of vaccinating pets. Recent research at numerous colleges of veterinary medicine is showing vaccines are producing long-term immunity in pets. The AVMA is now asking veterinarians to consider reduced vaccine protocols (vaccinating every 3 years instead of annually). They believe in using vaccines very judiciously and recognize the risk of allergic reactions, vaccinosis and the worsening of chronic disease by over-vaccinating. They also offer and recommend antibody titer testing to help determine if revaccination is even needed. Their doctors will work with you to determine the best course of action based upon your pet’s level of health, general lifestyle and risk for exposure to infectious disease.
Northland Animal Hospital, 8351 NW Barrybrooke Drive, Kansas City, MO 64151, 816-746-1333, https://nahkcmo.com/services/alternative-veterinarian, serving the Kansas City MO area including but not limited to Liberty, Platte City, North Kansas City, Gladstone, Riverside, and Smithville.
Alternative holistic therapies provided including chiropractic, surgical laser technology, therapeutic cold laser treatments, acupuncture.
Integrative Veterinary Services of Missouri, 1332 West Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO 65807, 417-866-2923,
https://www.ivsmo.com/
Treats horses, dogs, cats, and other animals with holistic and alternative veterinary medical (CAVM) modalities including acupuncture, chiropractic, 5-key whole body health (diet, exercise, rest, mental state, nervous system), Magna Wave PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field), ozone therapy, cancer treatment, essential oils, nutritional therapy.
Belton Animal Clinic & Exotic Care Center, 1308 North Scott Avenue, Belton, MO 64012, 816-331-3120, https://www.beltonanimal.com/full-service-vet-clinic/holistic-therapies
Provides holistic alternative therapies including cold laser therapy, dental and hospice. Herbal formulas are combinations of 6-12 herbs and can be used to help with pain, arthritis, cancer, bladder stones, cystitis, skin conditions, and ear infections as well as chronic issues such as kidney disease, Cushing’s disease and support for diabetes. Able to treat exotic companion mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and domestic birds including pet chickens, ducks and turkey.
Right at Home Veterinary Care; 719-920-8269; https://www.rightathomevetcare.com/holistic-medicine.html; 100% house call practice based out of Black Forest, Colorado about 25 minutes northeast of Colorado Springs; they travel up to an hour from Black Forest in areas including but not limited to Colorado Springs, Manitou Springs, Woodland Park, Elbert, Monument, Peyton, Falcon, Larkspur, Palmer Lake, Elizabeth, Kiowa, Franktown, Castle Rock, Simla, Ramah, Calhan, Ellicott, and Fountain.
Holistic services including laser therapy, nutrition, acupuncture, vaccine titers, supplements and herbal medicines, medical massage, at-home end-of-life care and euthanasia, traveling vet service serving the Central Colorado Front Range.
Wagner Horse Doc is a mobile equine veterinarian practice based in Raymore, Missouri serving the Greater Kansas City area and the Midwest region with regular trips to central Iowa and open to travel to other Midwest regions. 816-322-8040,
https://wagnerhorsedoc.com/
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Holistic veterinary medicine encompassing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the horse using alternative therapies such as chiropractic, food therapy, traditional Chinese methods such as acupuncture and herbal medicine, applied kinesiology, Multi Radiance laser therapy.
We use East West Animal Hospital in San Marcos, CA
They will ask if we want to vaccinate our cats but they never push it. They always try to use holistic methods whenever possible. I’m glad you mentioned not taking your pets in for annual exams - I’ve been wondering if that’s necessary. We have 2 young cats (1yr old and 2 yrs old) who seem quite healthy so I don’t think they need to go to the vet every year. However as you know, we’ve been programmed to believe that pets should go to the vet every year and should get vaccinated. I know in the past, I’ve been fear-mongered into believing my cats would end up with leukemia if I didn’t jab them. I must admit, it still frightens me a bit because I don’t want anything to happen to them but I wonder just how rampant leukemia runs in healthy cats For now, I will keep them chemical-free for as long as I can.
Their contact info is:
750 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
San Marcos, CA 92078
760-295-0550
Dr Judy Morgan on Facebook has alot of good info on this and other natural alternatives to help your pets.
Her name is Dr. Katie Woodley. She does house calls here in Northern Colorado and she also does telemedicine as well. Her contact info is:
https://thenaturalpetdoctor.com/
The Rabies Delusion:
I have followed Dr Becker for many yrs. I value her wisdom. The only time my Baby has had any shots was to move from AZ to TX some yrs ago, because we were flying out, and the airlines required those. (She accompanied me in the cabin.). She has been with me for 11yrs, a shelter rescue, and is healthy, now 17 yrs old!
Thank you for this article. Yay! I never had any of my dogs or cats vaccinated for anything, including rabies. All the jabs are poison. But the jabs do make cats and dogs sick and, as is true of humans, make them permanent patients as they come down with all kinds of ailments that the vaccines caused. It's as much of a racket as the vaccine industry is for humans. Avoid them all! I always found a sympathetic holistic vet wherever I lived. And when I was emphatic about no jabs, regular vets went along with that as well.