There are a number of directories on the Web, which list holistic practitioners and those interested or certified in specific modalities. These directories are found on the Web sites of various organizations. A listing of those Web sites is found on our Organizations page.
When looking for a holistic veterinarian, bear in mind that "holistic" is largely an approach to treatment, which may encompass conventional, as well as alternative modalities, and holistic practitioners may use many modalities in the treatment of your pet.
Many people confuse "holistic" with "homeopathic;" however, homeopathy is a specific modality and a very specific mode of treatment. While many holistic practitioners may utilize homeopathy as one of several modalities, many homeopaths will not use any treatment but homeopathy. This is also true of many other alternative methods of treatment. Many practitioners who use acupuncture do not really consider themselves to be holistic practitioners, because acupuncture is the only alternative modality they use.
When you are searching for a holistic practitioner, you must consider what you really want. Are you focused on homeopathy? Do you really want a dedicated and experienced homeopathic veterinarian to treat your animal? Or are you really looking for one who will take a true holistic approach to treatment? There is no certifiying organization for "holistic" veterinarians, ie, those who use a number of alternative theapies and take a general holistic approach to treatment. But there are several organizations that do offer certification in different alternative modalities, such as acupuncture, homeopathy, chiropractic, and botanical medicine. Please keep these differences in mind when you are searching for a holistic practitioner.
