Holistic Care at Whole Health Veterinary
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Thank you for your interest in Whole
Health Veterinary! In order for you
to become familiar with our
approach to holistic medicine and
the role you will play in your pet’s
care and treatment, please read this
information carefully.
Health Veterinary! In order for you
to become familiar with our
approach to holistic medicine and
the role you will play in your pet’s
care and treatment, please read this
information carefully.
While we do offer conventional care such as new pet exams,
vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, heartworm testing, etc., we
handle each and every patient from a holistic perspective.
“Holistic” seems to mean something different to each person
who hears the word, but at WHV it means we are going to always
consider the entire animal, and treat each pet as the individual
being that it is. While vaccinations are a part of preventive
health care, we evaluate each pet’s specific risk factors and
overall health, and then recommend a minimal-vaccine plan that
fits those needs. We will always consider diet, whole food
supplements, essential fatty acids, probiotics, Chinese herbs,
flower essences, homeopathic remedies, chiropractic care,
and/or other natural treatments, and not immediately resort to
prescribing a “magic pill” that will quickly suppress symptoms
but not move your pet one step closer to true lasting wellness.
If you are not looking for true holistic veterinary care, this is not
the clinic for you. We will not provide services that do not fit our
philosophy simply because someone “expects” it.
vaccinations, spay/neuter surgery, heartworm testing, etc., we
handle each and every patient from a holistic perspective.
“Holistic” seems to mean something different to each person
who hears the word, but at WHV it means we are going to always
consider the entire animal, and treat each pet as the individual
being that it is. While vaccinations are a part of preventive
health care, we evaluate each pet’s specific risk factors and
overall health, and then recommend a minimal-vaccine plan that
fits those needs. We will always consider diet, whole food
supplements, essential fatty acids, probiotics, Chinese herbs,
flower essences, homeopathic remedies, chiropractic care,
and/or other natural treatments, and not immediately resort to
prescribing a “magic pill” that will quickly suppress symptoms
but not move your pet one step closer to true lasting wellness.
If you are not looking for true holistic veterinary care, this is not
the clinic for you. We will not provide services that do not fit our
philosophy simply because someone “expects” it.
As a holistic specialty practice, our appointments tend to be
about twice as long as those at conventional veterinary clinics.
We feel this time is important, so that we can discuss your pet
in detail, and present the range of preventive, diagnostic,
and/or treatment options you might wish to consider. We
believe in education and partnership. It is our ethical obligation
(and our promise) to always present all relevant information, as
well as our best treatment recommendations. Your role in this
partnership is to consider this information, make a decision that
best suits your needs, and then follow those recommendations
and remain in touch with us regarding results and progress. It
is also very important that you make (and keep) follow-up
appointments, and give the treatment plan time to work.
While we are happy to serve as your primary veterinary
practice, if you are coming to us for a holistic consultation,
chiropractic, homeopathy, or diet consultation, you may wish to
maintain your relationship with another veterinary practice for
primary care. This is not uncommon, and we work in
partnership with numerous clinics in this capacity. We will ask
that you provide us with copies of your pet’s medical history at
least 24 hours prior to your appointment, and we will send
copies of your visit with WHV to your other veterinarian. This
exchange of information is an important part of making sure
your pet receives appropriate, consistent care.
about twice as long as those at conventional veterinary clinics.
We feel this time is important, so that we can discuss your pet
in detail, and present the range of preventive, diagnostic,
and/or treatment options you might wish to consider. We
believe in education and partnership. It is our ethical obligation
(and our promise) to always present all relevant information, as
well as our best treatment recommendations. Your role in this
partnership is to consider this information, make a decision that
best suits your needs, and then follow those recommendations
and remain in touch with us regarding results and progress. It
is also very important that you make (and keep) follow-up
appointments, and give the treatment plan time to work.
While we are happy to serve as your primary veterinary
practice, if you are coming to us for a holistic consultation,
chiropractic, homeopathy, or diet consultation, you may wish to
maintain your relationship with another veterinary practice for
primary care. This is not uncommon, and we work in
partnership with numerous clinics in this capacity. We will ask
that you provide us with copies of your pet’s medical history at
least 24 hours prior to your appointment, and we will send
copies of your visit with WHV to your other veterinarian. This
exchange of information is an important part of making sure
your pet receives appropriate, consistent care.
Some clients must travel a considerable distance in search of
holistic care for their pets. In some cases, a phone
consultation can be done, but please understand that without
an actual physical examination, our doctors are limited, legally
and due to lack of hands-on information, in what they are able
to recommend. Phone consultations can also be done for
existing clients. For any phone consultation, it is critical that
you be available at the scheduled time and able to devote your
full attention to the discussion. You will first speak to the front
desk staff to provide your credit card information for payment.
Following your appointment, your invoice will be compiled so
that the receptionist can tell you the exact amount that will be
charged to your card.
Due to an extremely busy appointment schedule, our doctors
cannot spend time on the phone with non-clients. If you have
general questions or simply need more information about our
practice, our receptionists and technicians are able to answer
those questions for you. If necessary, they can relay specific
questions to the doctor and get back to you.
holistic care for their pets. In some cases, a phone
consultation can be done, but please understand that without
an actual physical examination, our doctors are limited, legally
and due to lack of hands-on information, in what they are able
to recommend. Phone consultations can also be done for
existing clients. For any phone consultation, it is critical that
you be available at the scheduled time and able to devote your
full attention to the discussion. You will first speak to the front
desk staff to provide your credit card information for payment.
Following your appointment, your invoice will be compiled so
that the receptionist can tell you the exact amount that will be
charged to your card.
Due to an extremely busy appointment schedule, our doctors
cannot spend time on the phone with non-clients. If you have
general questions or simply need more information about our
practice, our receptionists and technicians are able to answer
those questions for you. If necessary, they can relay specific
questions to the doctor and get back to you.
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