Acupuncture
Acupuncture is the treatment of conditions or symptoms by the insertion of very fine needles into specific points on the body in order to produce a response. It is a method of health care that roots from ancient china. Today acupuncture is recognized throughout the world as a safe and effective form of medicine which requires extensive training for its proper practice.
Each acupuncture point has specific actions when stimulated. Combinations of points are often stimulated to take advantage of synergistic reactions between them. Which acupuncture points are stimulated, the depth of the needle insertion, the type of stimulation applied to the needles, and the duration of each treatment session depends on the patient’s tolerance, and the condition being treated.
Chiropractic Care
Veterinary chiropractic care is a drug free approach to animal healthcare. It focuses on the nervous system, which is contained in the spinal column. Animal chiropractic is a complete evaluation of the animal’s spine with chiropractic adjustments made when subluxations are identified. A subluxation causes pain and muscle spasms through a cascade of events. In the normal spine, two neighboring vertebrae are attached by a joint which fits precisely together. Between the two vertebrae is a hole in which spinal nerves exit the spinal cord. When the vertebrae are out of alignment, the hole is narrowed, which puts pressure and possibly pinching of the nerves. The end result of a subluxation is decreased spinal movement, pain and muscle spasms. Chiropractic care can relieve the symptoms and lessen the discomfort of many health problems. Chiropractic may help with acute or chronic back pain, neck pain, enhance performance, lameness of front or hindlimbs, stiffness of the body or weakness to the hindlimbs.
Herbal Medicine
Along with acupuncture, chinese herbs are often used to assist the body in restoring balance. Herbs are just plants, valued for medicinal, savory or aromatic properties. Herbal medicine is an ancient practice in many countries. In fact many of our modern medicines originated from herbs! Digoxin (a medication for heart arrhythmias) originated from digitalis, better known as foxglove. Even a medication as well known as aspirin contains salicylates also found in the bark of the willow tree.
Laboratory
We offer laboratory services such as essential vitamin testing (Vitamin D, B12, Magnesium), and wellness screens for young to old patients.
Hospice Care
Veterinary hospice is care for animals, focused on the patients and family’s needs, on living life as fully as possible until the time of death (with or without intervention), and attaining a degree of preparation for death. It is a philosophy of care that respects and values the dignity of the individual pet. It offers supportive care both medical and non-medical. Hospice provides a path toward the end of life that can and should be tailored to meet the needs of the individual pet and family. It allows for a unique relationship between the family and veterinary care team that places the pet in the center of the caregiving circle.
In Home Euthanasia
Saying goodbye is never easy when our four legged family member can no longer continue on. In home euthanasia allows for your beloved pet to spend their final moments relaxed in their home surrounded by loved ones. It provides a compassionate and peaceful experience for your cherished animal and their family members.