Holistic Veterinary Care
Dear Reader: The following was a letter posted to our group by P4H's web designer and moderator. IF YOU PERSONALLY know or have a veterinarian who falls under the following criteria, could you please forward their names and city/state to me? We're collecting information to form a list of GOOD holistic veterinarians that we can trust as worthy recommendations for people needing assistance finding a reliable holistic veterinarian.
1. Does not suggest vaccinating animals; understands the risks and dangers of vaccinating and informs their clients of such risks. *May* be found to recommend homeopathic nosode treatment as an alternative to vaccines for clients who insist on "some" kind of extra protection.
2. Estimated 80% or better of their entire practice is holistic healthcare. These holistic veterinarians operate most of their practice as natural healing modalities including at least 2 of the following but not limited to: acupuncture, chiropractor, homeopathic treatment (clinical, classical, heilkunst etc), Reiki, natural diet consultation, Chinese medicine, Western Herbs, + more.
3. Does NOT SELL typical foods such as Eukanuba, Science Diet etc. in their clinic; recommends a raw diet first; a home cooked diet as a 2nd choice; recommends a top quality human grade pet food as a last resort if home diets cannot be prepared.
All 3 of these are important. A vet practicing one criteria alone will not suffice - there's no reason to send recommendations for vets who have not opened their eyes to these concerns on animal health care. Much thanks for these referrals; our list is by personal recommendations only. ~~ Laura & Lita
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Here is a list of some questions one of our clients has used as a guide when selecting her veterinarian. We have added little to it. We do pay for our services and have the right to be very selective when chosing a vet for our animals.
1) What is your vaccination policy?
2) What percentage of your practice is holistic?
3) What are your business days and hours?
4) How do we contact you in event of an emergency?
5) In the event of emergency, is it possible to have a walk-in appointment?
6) What is your recommended diet for toy (or whatever type you have) breed dog?
7) How will you work with my conventional vet?
8) In the event that you are out of town or on vacation, is there any Holistic Vet that you can recommend as a backup?
This query list should also apply to a conventional vet. And so the following questions are added.
9) Are you opposed to allowing me to stay with my animal if he/she is sick? And, will I be allowed in the back of your office to see any proceedures being done?
10) Will you respect the fact that I feed my animal non-commercial foods and use alternative's such as herbs, homeopathy and supplements when possible?
Vet List Alphabetical by U.S. States, Canada inserted
Provided below is a listing of veterinarians who fit a specific criteria which we felt important in the search for quality holistic vet care. We provide this information as a guide, not as a promise or guarantee that you will like them or find their services suitable. Our comfort level in adding vets to this list came from strong personal recommendations and testimonials from actual clients of theirs. It is up to you to make the phone calls, ask questions, and determine if the veterinarian and his or her clinic is one in which you will feel comfortable and confident in taking your companion animals for health related services.
Arizona, Arkansas, CANADA, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia Louisiana New Jersey, New Mexico, New York Ohio Pennsylvania Texas Washington
Arizona
Arkansas
Dr. Pat Bradley
Conway, AR 72032
homeopathic : 75-100%
(501) 329-7727
Notes: AVH Certified : Will do phone consultations
Paula Jo (PJ) Broadfoot DVM
Broadfoot Veterinary Clinic
6509 Alma Hwy
Van Buren,AR 72956
Integrative Strategies for Health w/ Homotoxicology, Nutrition, Supplements
479-632-2256 ---- 479-632-5569 (fax)
CANADA
Dr. Moira Drosdovech
Pawsitive Veterinary Care
250-862-2727
6-1551 Sutherland Avenue
Kelowna B.C.
Website
Dr. Cynthia Harcourt, DVM
21894 Woodbine Ave
Queensville, ON
Canada L0G 1R0
(905) 468-1995
Dr. Alison Seely
Chiropractic Practice / Small Animals & Equine
RR#1 Beachburg, ON, KOJ 1C0
Home number: 613-582-7476
kmhoney@rec.ing.net
Dr. Marlene Smith-Schalkwijk D.V.M.
TCM, Acupuncture, Herbs, Homeopathy
educates and mentors other vets on holistic concerns
such as dangers of vaccination & introduction to raw feeding.
Tree of Life Veterinary Care
1777 Riverside Lane, Courtenay B.C., V9N 2K8, Canada
(Vancouver Island, British Columbia)
Phone: 1 250 338-2316 / Fax: 1 250 338-8814
Website
California
Dr. Tamara Hebbler, D.V.M.
Healing Hope
Reiki Healer and Chiropractitioner
1-877-738-4673 (1-877-Pet-Hope)
Website
Walter A. McCall, DVM
Specializing in Chronic Diseases
San Jose, California
Phone: 408 378-5190
Website
Colorado
Jim Friedly, DVM ***** UPDATED CONTACT INFORMATION 2011
Natural HealthCare Center for Animals
7111 McLaughlin Road, Falcon, CO 80831
Phone: 719 494-1156
Website
Wild About Wellness For Animals
19830 Thunder Rd East
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 510-0687
drspattondvm@gmail.com
http://www.wildaboutwellnessforanimals.com/
Florida
Larry A. Bernstein, V.M.D.
Natural Holistic Health Care
751 N.E. 168th Street
N. Miami Beach, Florida 33162
305-652-5372 - Voice
Certified in Homeopathy (AVH), Diplomate in Classical Homeopathy (PCHom.)
Certified in Acupuncture (IVAS)
Website
Joseph Demers, DVM
Melbourn, FL
100% Holistic Animal Clinic / (321) 752-0140
Acupuncture, Masters of Homeopathy, Advanced Chinese Medicine
Note: May do phone consults; call to inquire
John H. Fudens, D.V.M., H.M.C
Affinity Holistic Clinic
309 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL 33765
Phone: 727- 446-3603
P4H Note: best articles ever read on vaccine awareness
Dr. Marcia Martin, DVM
Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Gentle Chiropractic
6900 Congress Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33467
561-999-3000
At The Holistic Center at Calusa Veterinary Center
***Dr. Martin is the only holistic vet at this Veterinary center
Dr. Gerald Wessner
14402 S. Hwy 475
Summerfield FL
United States
Phone 352-245-2025
Website
Georgia
Kimberly Parker DVM, EDO
615 Hembree Pkwy Suite 100
Roswell, Georgia 30076
(770) 343-8402
Website
Dr. Cameron Moorehead, DVM and Holistic Vet Mainstreet Veterinarians of Stone Mountain.
868 Main Street
Stone Mountain, GA
770-498-4620
Does not sell Science Diet, Recommends Raw Food, and Sells Solid Gold For Those Who Cannot Tolerate Raw Food for Various Reasons
http://mainstvets.com
Dr. Karen Ellis, DVM Atlanta Holistic Veterinary Care
13775 Highway 9
Milton, GA
404-202-9677
info@atlantaholisticvetcare.com
Also consults on the side - practices holistic modalities including intravenous vitamin c therapy proved to be very successful by the famous and now retired vet Dr. Wendell Belfield.
Dr. Mary Brennan, DVM
Alternative Veterinary Services
546 Cook Lane Blairsville, GA
406-781-2033
http://www.thealternativevet.com
Dr. Brennan has published two holistic care books, "The Natural Dog" and "The Complete Holistic Care and Healing for Horses". She has also written numerous magazine articles and spoken to local and national organizations concerning holistic veterinary medicine.
Her practice is multifaceted and includes acupuncture, chiropractic, homeopathy, herbs, essential oils, Bach Flowers, nutritional evaluation, patient management, Prolo Therapy and N.A.E.T. She has worked with a variety of performance horses, including individuals competing in the Olympics,Thoroughbreds racing in Breeders' practice, Dr. Brennan is a competitive dressage rider.
Louisiana
Dr. Adriana Sagrera
3825 Hessmer Ave
Metairie, LA 70002
504.834.2023
Website
New Jersey
Mark D Newkirk VMD
Margate Animal Hosp & Alt Care Ctr
9200 Ventnor Ave, Margate NJ 08402
Phone: 609-823-3031 Fax
mnewk@aol.com / www.alternativevet.com
Small Animal Exotic Avian
Notes: Bunny Savvy : Will do phone consult.
Rosemary Manziano, D.V.M.
Colts Neck Animal Clinic, For Holistic Health Care
85 Route 34 North, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Phone: (732) 780-4211 / Fax: (732) 294-4699
Email: docvet@mindspring.com
Background: http://www.theavh.org/members/custom/rmanziano.htm
Note: will do phone consults.
Vet At The Barn
790 Chestnut Ridge Road, Chestnut Ridge, New York 10977
phone: 845 356-3838 / fax:845 356-4307
Website
New Mexico
Dee Blanco, DVM Holistic Veterinary Care and Education
Classical Homeopathy and Nutritional Therapeutics
Teleclasses/webinars on vaccinations, species appropriate diets, natural preventative care.
Telephone consultations (505.986.3434)
Santa Fe, NM
Website
Don Hamilton, DVM
New Mexico / Phone: 575 666-2091
New York
Smith Ridge Veterinary Center
600 Oakridge Commons
South Salem, NY 10590
(914) 533-6066
Hope Veterinary Clinic
390 Atlantic Ave.
Boerum Hill ~ Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718)852-4219
Website
Ohio
Pamela Fisher, DVM
Holistic Veterinary Practice & Natural Pet Store
7211 Wales Ave NW
North Canton, Ohio 44720
330-266-2500/ fax 330-266-2501
Website
Pennsylvania
Dr. Barrie Barr VMD, CVA
Harmony Animal Health Care Center
Holistic and Conventional
5255 Old York Road
PO Box 327
Holicong, Pa 18928-0327
Phone # 215-794-9434
Fax # 215-794-9436
Texas
Dr. Will Falconer
drfalconer@alt4animals.com
250 Lotus Circle
Austin, TX 78737
Website
Washington
H Jonathan Wright, DVM
Small Animal, BF, CR, CN, HC, HO, Heilkunst Sequential Therapy
13405 E Palouse Hwy, Valleyford, WA 99036
Phone: 509-891-9077 / Fax: 509-891-9077
Email: lilypad@dc4pc.net
Note: Works with phone consults.
Arizona
Arkansas
Dr. Pat Bradley
Conway, AR 72032
homeopathic : 75-100%
(501) 329-7727
Notes: AVH Certified : Will do phone consultations
Paula Jo (PJ) Broadfoot DVM
Broadfoot Veterinary Clinic
6509 Alma Hwy
Van Buren,AR 72956
Integrative Strategies for Health w/ Homotoxicology, Nutrition, Supplements
479-632-2256 ---- 479-632-5569 (fax)
CANADA
Dr. Moira Drosdovech
Pawsitive Veterinary Care
250-862-2727
6-1551 Sutherland Avenue
Kelowna B.C.
Website
Dr. Cynthia Harcourt, DVM
21894 Woodbine Ave
Queensville, ON
Canada L0G 1R0
(905) 468-1995
Dr. Alison Seely
Chiropractic Practice / Small Animals & Equine
RR#1 Beachburg, ON, KOJ 1C0
Home number: 613-582-7476
kmhoney@rec.ing.net
Dr. Marlene Smith-Schalkwijk D.V.M.
TCM, Acupuncture, Herbs, Homeopathy
educates and mentors other vets on holistic concerns
such as dangers of vaccination & introduction to raw feeding.
Tree of Life Veterinary Care
1777 Riverside Lane, Courtenay B.C., V9N 2K8, Canada
(Vancouver Island, British Columbia)
Phone: 1 250 338-2316 / Fax: 1 250 338-8814
Website
California
Dr. Tamara Hebbler, D.V.M.
Healing Hope
Reiki Healer and Chiropractitioner
1-877-738-4673 (1-877-Pet-Hope)
Website
Walter A. McCall, DVM
Specializing in Chronic Diseases
San Jose, California
Phone: 408 378-5190
Website
Colorado
Jim Friedly, DVM ***** UPDATED CONTACT INFORMATION 2011
Natural HealthCare Center for Animals
7111 McLaughlin Road, Falcon, CO 80831
Phone: 719 494-1156
Website
Wild About Wellness For Animals
19830 Thunder Rd East
Colorado Springs, CO 80908
(719) 510-0687
drspattondvm@gmail.com
http://www.wildaboutwellnessforanimals.com/
Florida
Larry A. Bernstein, V.M.D.
Natural Holistic Health Care
751 N.E. 168th Street
N. Miami Beach, Florida 33162
305-652-5372 - Voice
Certified in Homeopathy (AVH), Diplomate in Classical Homeopathy (PCHom.)
Certified in Acupuncture (IVAS)
Website
Joseph Demers, DVM
Melbourn, FL
100% Holistic Animal Clinic / (321) 752-0140
Acupuncture, Masters of Homeopathy, Advanced Chinese Medicine
Note: May do phone consults; call to inquire
John H. Fudens, D.V.M., H.M.C
Affinity Holistic Clinic
309 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL 33765
Phone: 727- 446-3603
P4H Note: best articles ever read on vaccine awareness
Dr. Marcia Martin, DVM
Homeopathy, Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Gentle Chiropractic
6900 Congress Avenue
Boca Raton, FL 33467
561-999-3000
At The Holistic Center at Calusa Veterinary Center
***Dr. Martin is the only holistic vet at this Veterinary center
Dr. Gerald Wessner
14402 S. Hwy 475
Summerfield FL
United States
Phone 352-245-2025
Website
Georgia
Kimberly Parker DVM, EDO
615 Hembree Pkwy Suite 100
Roswell, Georgia 30076
(770) 343-8402
Website
Dr. Cameron Moorehead, DVM and Holistic Vet Mainstreet Veterinarians of Stone Mountain.
868 Main Street
Stone Mountain, GA
770-498-4620
Does not sell Science Diet, Recommends Raw Food, and Sells Solid Gold For Those Who Cannot Tolerate Raw Food for Various Reasons
http://mainstvets.com
Dr. Karen Ellis, DVM Atlanta Holistic Veterinary Care
13775 Highway 9
Milton, GA
404-202-9677
info@atlantaholisticvetcare.com
Also consults on the side - practices holistic modalities including intravenous vitamin c therapy proved to be very successful by the famous and now retired vet Dr. Wendell Belfield.
Dr. Mary Brennan, DVM
Alternative Veterinary Services
546 Cook Lane Blairsville, GA
406-781-2033
http://www.thealternativevet.com
Dr. Brennan has published two holistic care books, "The Natural Dog" and "The Complete Holistic Care and Healing for Horses". She has also written numerous magazine articles and spoken to local and national organizations concerning holistic veterinary medicine.
Her practice is multifaceted and includes acupuncture, chiropractic, homeopathy, herbs, essential oils, Bach Flowers, nutritional evaluation, patient management, Prolo Therapy and N.A.E.T. She has worked with a variety of performance horses, including individuals competing in the Olympics,Thoroughbreds racing in Breeders' practice, Dr. Brennan is a competitive dressage rider.
Louisiana
Dr. Adriana Sagrera
3825 Hessmer Ave
Metairie, LA 70002
504.834.2023
Website
New Jersey
Mark D Newkirk VMD
Margate Animal Hosp & Alt Care Ctr
9200 Ventnor Ave, Margate NJ 08402
Phone: 609-823-3031 Fax
mnewk@aol.com / www.alternativevet.com
Small Animal Exotic Avian
Notes: Bunny Savvy : Will do phone consult.
Rosemary Manziano, D.V.M.
Colts Neck Animal Clinic, For Holistic Health Care
85 Route 34 North, Colts Neck, NJ 07722
Phone: (732) 780-4211 / Fax: (732) 294-4699
Email: docvet@mindspring.com
Background: http://www.theavh.org/members/custom/rmanziano.htm
Note: will do phone consults.
Vet At The Barn
790 Chestnut Ridge Road, Chestnut Ridge, New York 10977
phone: 845 356-3838 / fax:845 356-4307
Website
New Mexico
Dee Blanco, DVM Holistic Veterinary Care and Education
Classical Homeopathy and Nutritional Therapeutics
Teleclasses/webinars on vaccinations, species appropriate diets, natural preventative care.
Telephone consultations (505.986.3434)
Santa Fe, NM
Website
Don Hamilton, DVM
New Mexico / Phone: 575 666-2091
New York
Smith Ridge Veterinary Center
600 Oakridge Commons
South Salem, NY 10590
(914) 533-6066
Hope Veterinary Clinic
390 Atlantic Ave.
Boerum Hill ~ Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718)852-4219
Website
Ohio
Pamela Fisher, DVM
Holistic Veterinary Practice & Natural Pet Store
7211 Wales Ave NW
North Canton, Ohio 44720
330-266-2500/ fax 330-266-2501
Website
Pennsylvania
Dr. Barrie Barr VMD, CVA
Harmony Animal Health Care Center
Holistic and Conventional
5255 Old York Road
PO Box 327
Holicong, Pa 18928-0327
Phone # 215-794-9434
Fax # 215-794-9436
Texas
Dr. Will Falconer
drfalconer@alt4animals.com
250 Lotus Circle
Austin, TX 78737
Website
Washington
H Jonathan Wright, DVM
Small Animal, BF, CR, CN, HC, HO, Heilkunst Sequential Therapy
13405 E Palouse Hwy, Valleyford, WA 99036
Phone: 509-891-9077 / Fax: 509-891-9077
Email: lilypad@dc4pc.net
Note: Works with phone consults.
