Explanation of Services at

Animal Holistic Care Specialists: 608-655-1800

Animal Chiropractic:  Chiropractic care has been an important part of human medicine for decades. In the past twenty years it has become an important part of veterinary care. A chiropractic adjustment is a gentle treatment that corrects mechanical problems. It works to align the joints, relieve associated muscle and nerve dysfunction, with the ultimate goal of restoring healthy mechanical function. Animal chiropractic can help animals with disc disease, arthritis, back and neck pain, pain associated with hip dysplasia, TMJ, and animals who’ve been injured or have developed weaknesses or trouble getting up or moving. Chiropractic is especially useful after falls or injuries, after surgery, or dental procedures.  Our chiropractor, Dr. Julie Kaufman, is a licensed chiropractor and Dr. Dawn Mogilevsky, a licensed veterinarian are both certified through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. Dr. Julie has been practicing large and small animal chiropractic since 1989, and Dr. Dawn, since 2003, though she has been a veterinarian for over 15 years.

 Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs: Acupuncture is the stimulation of specific points on the body using fine needles to release neurotransmitters, (brain chemicals), that decrease pain. Acupuncture increases the body’s natural pain killers, (endorphins). Acupuncture treatments increase the body’s immune system, relieve pain, and increase an animal’s energy and well being. Acupuncture is often used for musculoskeletal problems such as arthritis, muscle soreness, or disc disease, as well as relieving post-surgical pain and shortening healing. In addition, acupuncture is also effective for gastro-intestinal problems such as ulcers, diarrhea or constipation, and chronic conditions such as kidney disease, geriatric weakness, respiratory problems, seizures, skin disease, thyroid and endocrine diseases, and hormonal imbalances. Our Acupuncture and Chinese herbal specialists are Dr. Lynne Dennis and Dr. Jody Bearman. Dr. Lynne is a veterinarian who graduated from NCSU-CVM in 1993 has been certified by The Chi Institute of Chinese Medicine since 2003.  Dr. Jody Bearman 

Animal Communication: Animal Communicators are Asia Voight and Kim Janus. Both are nationally recognized for their superb intuitive healing work with large and small animals. Veterinarians, animal professionals, and animal owners alike covet our communicator's unique gift to “hear” what animals are saying about their environment, their health and their relationship to you. Communicators are often able to solve behavioral problems and uncover health problems that have gone undetected. If you are wondering what your animal has to tell you, then a session with Asia Voight will be an amazing experience.

 Massage and Reiki:  Massage is a relaxing technique that helps rid the body of waste products. It increases oxygen flow and releases tension throughout the body. Massage helps prevent injuries by keeping muscles pliable, relaxed and healthy. Enhance your animal’s athletic performance, reduce stress, increase circulation and aid in recovery from soft tissue injuries, or just treat your animal to a day at the “spa”. Our massage therapist, Rita Wilhelm, Animal Massage Therapist, Reiki Master Teacher provides animal Reiki, a gentle energetic healing touch.

Holistic and Nutritional consultations: Our veterinarians are available in person and by telephone to go over your animal's medical history and diagnosies to help you make decisions on natural approaches to health care. We strive to offer unique solutions as we work with your regular veterinarian to provide quality options to address your animal's health needs.