title: Supplements for exotic pets.
abstract: The use of supplements has become commonplace in an effort to complement traditional therapy and as part of long-term preventive health plans. This article discusses historical and present uses of antioxidants, vitamins, and herbs. By complementing traditional medicine with holistic and alternative nutrition and supplements, the overall health and wellness of exotic pets can be enhanced and balanced. Further research is needed for understanding the strengths and uses of supplements in exotic species. Going back to the animals' origin and roots bring clinicians closer to nature and its healing powers.
authors.affiliation: Animal Necessity, LLC, 45 West 34th Street, Suite 1107, New York, NY 10001, USA. Electronic address: docjo@animal-necessity.com.
authors.forename: Johanna
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Mejia-Fava
authors.affiliation: Animal Necessity, LLC, 45 West 34th Street, Suite 1107, New York, NY 10001, USA; All Animal Eye Care, Inc., 300 South Central Boulevard, Jupiter, FL 33458, USA.
authors.forename: Carmen M H
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Colitz
mesh_terms: D000822:Animal Husbandry / Q000379:methods*; D000824:Animal Nutritional Physiological Phenomena / Q000502:physiology*; D000818:Animals; D019587:Dietary Supplements; D057805:Pets / Q000502:physiology*; D010598:Pharmacognosy / Q000379:methods*; D010936:Plant Extracts; D013045:Species Specificity; D014815:Vitamins
chemical_list: D010936:Plant Extracts; D014815:Vitamins
keywords: Alternative medicine; Exotic pet; Herbal; Nutritional; Supplements