Dismissed as a “charlatan” and “snake oil salesman” by some and celebrated as a “maverick” and “miracle worker” by others, Dr. Marty Goldstein is a veterinarian who deals with terminal cases from all over the world. Cindy Meehl’s “The Dog Doc” brings audiences into Dr. Goldstein’s practice, Smith Ridge Veterinary Center, where dogs are treated with both conventional medicine and cutting edge alternative treatments.
“Most of the animals have already had third, fourth, and fifth opinions. We are their very last hope,” says Dr. Goldstein in a new trailer for the documentary. Such was the case for Meehl’s own beloved four-legged friend.
“Many years ago, I had a dog who was dying at the age of six. I had been to several veterinarians, and no one had any answers except for antibiotics and steroids. I found myself at the door of Dr. Marty Goldstein, and he talked to me for an hour explaining how a body heals and why he believed my dog was suffering,” Meehl told us. “He took her off all the meds and put her on homeopathics and a few supplements.”
She explained, “I followed his simple directions and she totally reverted into an energetic bouncing puppy again. It was a miracle, indeed! I started taking all my dogs there and learned so much over the years. I see so many dogs that are clearly not in good health. You can tell by their energy and coat. I knew that the first appointment with Dr. Marty had totally changed my perspective on health and healing, and I just wanted to share that with people and hopefully improve the quality and longevity of their pets and perhaps themselves!”
Meehl’s “Buck,” a portrait of “horse whisperer” Buck Brannaman, won the Audience Award at Sundance Film Festival and was on the 2011 Academy Award shortlist.
“The Dog Doc” made its world premiere at last year’s Tribeca Film Festival. The doc will open at NY’s Quad Cinema March 13 and LA’s Laemmle Royal March 20, with a national theatrical run to follow.
Check out a trailer to see how Dr. Goldstein’s own healthcare motivated him to take a more holistic approach to treating animals.
