Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 4551630)

I believe this is what you are referring to regarding Skeptvet and stem cell therapy.


Selling Veterinary Stem Cell Therapies: Medivet’s Dodgy Advertising | The SkeptVet

Originally Posted by ladyjane (Post 4551650)

OMG I had no idea she suggested it be done yearly. I will stick with my $300 dentals yearly. Those give me what is needed for my pups1

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551653)

Oh, you'll love this:

Dr. Dodds recommends that companion animals are tested annually as – similar to humans – their food sensitivities and intolerances change over time.

from NutriScan Food Sensitivity and Intolerance Test for Cats and Dogs

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551653)

Oh, you'll love this:

Dr. Dodds recommends that companion animals are tested annually as – similar to humans – their food sensitivities and intolerances change over time.

from NutriScan Food Sensitivity and Intolerance Test for Cats and Dogs

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551655)

Of course, she provides no proof of this statement either. All of you people getting Nutriscan tests, are you prepared to fork over $280 annually for an unproven test? I don't have that kind of disposable income, myself.

Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 4551654)

I need a mallet to my head! I'm just stunned! :eek::eek::eek::eek:

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551655)

Of course, she provides no proof of this statement either. All of you people getting Nutriscan tests, are you prepared to fork over $280 annually for an unproven test? I don't have that kind of disposable income, myself.

Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 4551662)

I like this test of quackery AKA pseudoscience. This too is a blog/opinion but I think it's point on!

1. Is the product or practice promoted as a “Major Breakthrough,” “Revolutionary,” “Magic,” or “Miraculous”?
2. Do the promotions try to simply elicit an emotional reaction rather than present clear information to help you make an informed decision about the product?
3. Is only anecdotal or testimonial evidence used to support claims of effectiveness?
4. Are claims made about scientific support without giving specific details?
Watch out for the following:

Few or no references given to original research studies. Studies done by only one researcher.
Studies done at obscure, unknown institutions.
Studies reported in small or virtually unknown journals.
Studies reported decades ago.
Studies that have not been repeated.
Funding of research by someone with a financial or professional stake in the results.
5. Is the information about the therapy or product being provided by a professional lacking in the proper credentials?


Warning Signs of Quackery and Fraud – Part 1 | Dr. Walt's Health Blog

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551661)

I'm not stunned or surprised anymore by what Dr. Dodds says about Nutriscan and Canine Nutrigenomics, but I AM exasperated. I'm exasperated because she has done good work in other fields such as blood transfusions. She's a complex individual, but just because she's an expert in one area doesn't mean that she's an expert in another area. And it doesn't mean that she's not a scammer, either.

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551655)

Of course, she provides no proof of this statement either. All of you people getting Nutriscan tests, are you prepared to fork over $280 annually for an unproven test? I don't have that kind of disposable income, myself.

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551653)

Oh, you'll love this:

Dr. Dodds recommends that companion animals are tested annually as – similar to humans – their food sensitivities and intolerances change over time.

from NutriScan Food Sensitivity and Intolerance Test for Cats and Dogs

Originally Posted by megansmomma (Post 4551654)

I need a mallet to my head! I'm just stunned! :eek::eek::eek::eek:

Originally Posted by pstinard (Post 4551661)

I'm not stunned or surprised anymore by what Dr. Dodds says about Nutriscan and Canine Nutrigenomics, but I AM exasperated. I'm exasperated because she has done good work in other fields such as blood transfusions. She's a complex individual, but just because she's an expert in one area doesn't mean that she's an expert in another area. And it doesn't mean that she's not a scammer, either.

Originally Posted by mimimomo (Post 4551566)

I've been staying quiet but your statements are really bothering me.

1st off, if it was a scam, it would not have helped Turbo @ all & many other dogs that did get tested w/NutriScan.

Turbo is not suffering anymore. It was the best $280 I've spent. For you to say these things, you are also talking down to me & my decisions to help my pet. I won't even bring up what you said on my other thread. Insulting.

Originally Posted by Verbena (Post 4551580)

I looked into NutriScan. . . I did a little research about what others that have tried it said. There was a number of people said that it worked. This is on other forums and groups.

Just because it is new. Doesn't mean it doesn't work. Look at the facts . . . If it wasn't for moldly bread we would not have penicillin. And they thought he was nuts. . .Something that we were just told from a top ankle surgeon in the country. He told My DBF to try stem cell therapy for his ankle. . .now it is classified as experimental. A lot of doctors do not believe in it. . . But people are finding it is working for them. . . This doesn't mean it is a scam.

I don't blindly believe and follow everything my Dr and Vet says. . . That is why we have second opinions and experimental procedures. If I listened to the first Dr. I would not be walking today. . . Fact ! . . . I went to another Dr., though he didn't believe in alternative medicines and therapies, he had me try them and it worked . .

Just because you vet thinks is is a scam doesn't mean it is. . . There is a lot of vets that sell you on things that are not always better for your dog. They want to make money. I question my vet. I don't give Galen or the kitties all the shots they want me to give them. I am lucky. My Vet is not a pusher. He tells me what is really needed and what is not. And also he doesn't make me give them any shots I don't want. . .

Please don't assume things before knowing all the facts . . . Please open your minds up to new things . . . You might be surprised . . .


What it is worth . . Just my opinion !!

Originally Posted by 107barney (Post 4551624)

I wouldn't be as bothered if the price point of the test was, say, $10 or $20. But $280???