General Questions

Why would I want to bring my pet to the Animal Therapy Center?

The Animal Therapy Center is a specialized veterinary facility offering alternatives to conventional Western medicine. We have two divisions, one for Rehabilitation and one for Integrative medicine. Rehabilitation focuses on helping restore neuromuscular function following surgery or an accident or for treating chronic conditions such as arthritis or degenerative myelopathy. As in human medicine, rehabilitation is becoming the standard of care for animals having experienced any orthopedic or neurologic surgery. We also provide fitness training to help your dog get and stay healthy and can provide an individualized program for your performance dog, tailored to your dog’s needs. In our Integrative Medicine department we focus on alternative medical approaches such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, and stem cell therapy.  These treatments can be implemented in a wide variety of diseases and conditions.

What is the difference between your many programs?

If you are interested in any form of rehabilitation, fitness, or aquatic therapy, please read our section: Which Program is Right for My Dog? (link). Call us if you are still unsure. If you are interested in acupuncture, herbal medicine or any  treatments in our Integrative Medicine department (link), your pet will first need to be seen for an Integrative Medicine evaluation.

How much does this cost?

Fees vary according to which service is appropriate for your pet. Please call for more information.

How often will my pet need to come for treatment?

Frequency and number of treatments depends greatly on the specific condition of your pet and the type of treatment used. After evaluating your pet we will recommend a treatment plan.