What is Holistic Veterinary Care?
Holistic veterinary care is a total medical care system in which your veterinarian evaluates every aspect of your pet’s body, both physically and mentally. Your veterinarian will evaluate your pet’s diet, lifestyle, emotional well being, and environmental influences to determine why your pet became ill instead of simply treating your pet’s symptoms.
The goal of holistic veterinary care is to assist your pet’s body to support its healing processes without invasive or unnecessary procedures. The therapies used include, but are not limited to, acupuncture, herbal remedies, chiropractic care, laser therapy, and nutritional counseling. A custom plan will be developed based on the individual needs of your pet to ensure they receive the best possible long term health and comfort.
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Why Choose Holistic Medicine for Your Pet?
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Gentle and compassionate care
Pet owners have become increasingly interested in exploring alternative and complementary approaches to traditional veterinary care. Many are seeking safer options that do not involve aggressive or invasive treatments. Holistic medicine provides a gentle approach to the total wellness of your pet by reducing the need for aggressive medications and invasive medical procedures.
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Effective for chronic and behavioral conditions
The most beneficial applications of holistic veterinary medicine exist for pets suffering from chronic illness, pain or behavioral problems. Unlike many conventional treatments which focus solely on providing temporary relief from symptoms, holistic medicine seeks to find and treat the underlying cause of the problem. This allows for a greater likelihood of a positive outcome for the pet’s long term health.
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Integrative treatment approach
Holistic veterinarians combine conventional treatments such as surgery and medications with complementary therapies. Examples of complementary therapy include acupuncture for pain management, using herbs to enhance an animal’s immune system, and nutritionally adjusting diets to improve digestive function and overall health.
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Immediate Relief and Long Term Health Benefits
Because holistic medicine involves combining several different types of therapies, it has the ability to produce both immediate relief from symptoms as well as promote lasting changes in your pet’s health. A combined approach will help your pet enjoy an improved quality of life while promoting their body’s ability to heal itself.
Common Holistic Therapies for Pets
Acupuncture
Acupuncture helps stimulate certain areas of the body that can help decrease or eliminate pain and discomfort by reducing inflammation, promoting normal functioning and enhancing overall health. Acupuncture is often utilized to treat various types of arthritis, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), skin conditions, breathing problems, gastrointestinal disturbances and mobility support.
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine is a type of holistic treatment that utilizes natural plant based products as an alternative to pharmaceuticals. Herbal medicines are useful in supporting the recovery process from illness or injury, improving immune function and aiding in the proper functioning of organs. Because herbal medicines have far fewer side effects compared to some conventional treatments, they are beneficial in treating such common canine ailments as skin irritations, digestive problems, stress related disorders and chronic conditions.
Chiropractic Care and Physical Rehabilitation
The focus of this holistic approach includes providing better spinal alignment, increasing the range of motion within joints and improving muscular balance. Chiropractic Care and Physical Rehabilitation can help recover from injuries, reduce chronic pain and regain lost movement through the use of chiropractic manipulations and specific exercise programs designed to restore optimal physical function when performed by trained veterinary rehabilitation professionals.
Laser therapy
Laser therapy employs low-intensity lasers or light-emitting diodes to deliver energy to affected areas to decrease inflammation, pain and swelling. This method also promotes faster healing of damaged tissues. Laser therapy is used in a wide variety of applications, including post-operative recovery, treating arthritis, tendinitis and other degenerative soft-tissue conditions.
Nutritional therapy
Nutritional therapy provides a tailored dietary plan based on each pet’s unique health requirements. Nutritional therapy aids in digestive improvement, enhancement of immune function, obesity prevention/management and the maintenance of normal metabolic function. Therefore, nutritional therapy improves your pet’s overall health and extends their life expectancy.
Aromatherapy (supportive use)
When administered properly in a safe environment, aromatherapy can be a valuable tool in decreasing your pet’s level of anxiety and stress. Aromatherapy employs essential oils, which are specifically selected to provide a calming effect on animals under strict veterinary guidance, as some essential oils can be toxic to pets, especially cats.
Holistic Medicine and Conventional Care
Holistic Medicine and Conventional Care
Modern Vet uses a combination of conventional veterinary treatment and holistic veterinary medicine because this approach can provide improved comfort and quality of life when used alongside standard medical care.
A good example of how we use both approaches at Modern Vet is the dog that has been diagnosed with arthritis. In addition to receiving pain medications (conventional), the dog also receives acupuncture and controlled-exercise therapy (holistic). The cat that is being treated for cancer will likely be receiving medical therapy (conventional) in conjunction with nutritional care and natural methods of managing its symptoms (holistic).
Combining both types of approaches creates an environment where pets can have improved recoveries, improved comfort, improved long term health, and ensures that all of their important medical treatments are being met.
How Holistic Medicine Works
at Modern Vet
Your pet's complete medical history is evaluated along with your pet's environmental influences (lifestyle, diet, behavior), so we can address the root cause(s) of why your pet has become ill instead of just addressing their symptoms.
Our team of veterinarians and holistic practitioners develop a customized integrated treatment plan based on what they see is needed specifically for your pet. The different components of your pet's plan may involve such things as acupuncture, herbs/nutritional supplements, physical rehabilitation, and naturopathic care.
At Modern Vet, our goal is to establish balance in your pet's life and prevent future health problems. We encourage regular follow-up appointments to assess how your pet is doing and make any adjustments to their treatment plan if needed.
You will also receive clear direction regarding the care your pet should receive at home to aid in their recovery, enhance their treatment results and maintain good overall health until your next visit to Modern Vet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Holistic veterinary medicine addresses all aspects of an animal’s life including their physical condition, emotions and overall well-being. In contrast to conventional care which focuses primarily on identifying and treating specific disease symptoms in animals.
Holistic treatment plans can provide relief for chronic pain, arthritis, skin allergies, digestive disorders, anxiety, respiratory issues, neurological disorders and post surgical recovery in addition to general wellness support.
Yes. As long as administered properly by veterinarians who are also trained in Holistic treatments. Holistic treatment plans are typically developed to address individualized needs and concerns; therefore, the risks associated with this type of treatment will likely be reduced. Additionally, many Holistic treatment methods may provide fewer adverse reactions compared to certain pharmaceuticals, but this varies depending on the therapy used.
No. Both types of care work together. While emergency/critical situations demand standard medical treatment, Holistic care can aid in both the recovery process and long-term maintenance of your pet’s overall health.
If your pet has a chronic condition that you would like to manage naturally (with less medication), or if you are experiencing ongoing discomfort for your pet, or if you would prefer to use natural supportive therapy for your pet. Your veterinarian will be able to determine whether or not your pet would benefit from Holistic care.
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Modern Veterinary Clinic is the UAE’s only 24-hour multi-specialty vet hospital. What truly sets us apart is our team of highly qualified specialists, all dedicated to one goal, keeping your pets healthy. With a multinational team, years of experience, and many successful treatments, you can trust that your pet is in safe hands with us.
What our customers say
Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many thanks to all the staff at the clinic, especially Emy for her professionalism and kindness, she always receives us with a big smile!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very goodPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience at the vet clinic. The receptionist emmy was very helpful, kind, and efficient. They made the check-in process smooth and answered all my questions patiently. It really helped reduce the stress of the visit. Thank you for the excellent service!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic experience at Modern Vet! Joan was welcoming and efficient, and Nurse Paul was so gentle and patient with my cat. They made the whole visit stress-free — highly recommend! Thank you for an excellent service 👍Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Good service and all the staff are approachable specially JM and nurse Paul
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