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Chronic Disease & Pain Management for Pets
Compassionate Care for Chronic Conditions
Successfully caring for a cherished pet dealing with a chronic disease can be challenging. While navigating a diagnosis of cancer or arthritis may initially feel overwhelming, our compassionate team is here to support you and your pet. Each step you take towards managing these conditions is a testament to your commitment to the well-being and longevity of our beloved furry companions.
Doylestown Veterinary Hospital believes in a comprehensive and customized approach to chronic disease and pain management. Care may include holistic therapies to maximize your pet’s quality of life.
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Comprehensive Services Offered
At Doylestown Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to ensuring the well-being of your pet by addressing not only their physical needs but also fostering their overall health and happiness.
Supportive Cancer Care
Our team offers customized and compassionate cancer care tailored to your pet’s needs, such as holistic treatments that focus on the underlying cause of disease symptoms.
Through partnership with Ardent Animal Health, we are pleased to offer innovative new advances, such as a customized canine cancer vaccine that is changing the lives of pets and their owners in amazing ways.
Acupuncture
Our certified veterinary acupuncturists provide effective, drug-free treatments to enhance mobility, improve circulation, reduce inflammation, manage pain, and support digestive health. Unleash your pet’s inner vitality and joy in life. Sessions – conducted in a quiet, comfortable setting – involve a series of tiny needles strategically placed on the body and gently manipulated to stimulate the nervous system and provide relief.
Cold Laser Therapy
Beneficial for animals of all ages, the non-invasive method is particularly effective in the treatment of post-surgical recovery and joint pain management in senior animals. Cold laser therapy uses a focused light source to stimulate healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance tissue repair.
Chiropractic Care
Chiropractic care is a natural therapy that facilitates rapid recovery and sustained function after minor injuries, extends periods between injuries, aids in post-surgical healing and pain management, and optimizes overall health by enhancing neural integrity throughout the body, ensuring pets’ bodies function optimally.
Pain Management
Our veterinarians specialize in pain assessments for pets, particularly those at risk due to obesity or age. We emphasize the importance of recognizing and treating pain associated with diseases like osteoarthritis.
Pharmaceuticals: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and corticosteroids.
Nutritional Counseling: Guidance for weight loss and increased activity. Customized diets take breed, lifestyle, and medical history into consideration.
Nutraceuticals: Supplements like omega-3 fatty acids and glucosamine/chondroitin.
Herbal Remedies: Treatments are designed to enhance nutrient and pharmaceutical absorption.
Our Partner in Healing
Doylestown Veterinary Hospital is proud to partner with the Lexington, KY-based Ardent Animal Health to offer advanced treatments like stem cell and platelet-rich plasma therapy.
These treatments have shown remarkable results in managing conditions like osteoarthritis and hip dysplasia.
Ardent’s innovative approach also includes the K9-ACV (canine autologous cancer vaccine) and a focus on biological treatments that encourage the body’s natural healing processes.
At Doylestown Veterinary Hospital, we are committed to providing your pet with the highest quality of life through our holistic and comprehensive chronic disease management services. Your pet’s health and happiness are our top priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if my dog has cancer?
If your dog has been diagnosed with cancer, it’s important to explore all possible treatment options. At Doylestown Veterinary Hospital, we offer integrative and holistic approaches, including a customized canine cancer vaccine and therapies like acupuncture and nutritional counseling that can relieve pain and enhance quality of life. We recommend scheduling a consultation to discuss the best course of action tailored to your pet’s specific needs.
I’m already seeing a veterinary oncologist, what else can you do for my pet?
To complement conventional veterinary oncology treatments, we can offer your pet various holistic therapies. This includes acupuncture for pain relief, herbal medicine to support overall wellness, and nutritional counseling to optimize your pet’s health. Our integrative approach aims to enhance your pet’s quality of life alongside ongoing veterinary oncology treatments.
What is the typical course of treatment?
The course of treatment at Doylestown Veterinary Hospital is highly individualized, integrating conventional medicine with holistic modalities. Depending on your pet’s condition, it may include acupuncture, chiropractic care, herbal remedies, homeopathy, nutritional therapy, or cold laser therapy. Our goal is to create a balanced treatment plan that addresses your pet’s specific health needs.
How do I recognize if my pet is in pain? What can you do to help?
Signs of pain in pets can include changes in behavior, decreased activity, reluctance to move, or changes in eating habits. At Doylestown Veterinary Hospital, we offer comprehensive pain assessments and various treatment options like pharmaceuticals, acupuncture, and cold laser therapy to alleviate discomfort and improve quality of life.