Dr. Fisher employs a diverse range of acupuncture techniques to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes. These techniques include Direct Needling, Electro-acupuncture, Aqua-acupuncture, Hemo-acupuncture, and Pneumo-acupuncture. Her practice is diverse, offering acupuncture services across various species of animals.

Acupuncture has a rich history, having been utilized on both animals and humans for thousands of years. The process involves the insertion of sterile needles into specific acupoints to elicit a therapeutic effect. These acupoints are concentrated in areas with a high density of free nerve endings, lymphatic vessels, small blood vessels, and white blood cells. By stimulating these acupoints, acupuncture encourages the release of beta-endorphins, serotonin, mesenchymal stem cells, and neurotransmitters, fostering healing and alleviating pain.

Therapeutic lasers provide an effective form of phototherapy that helps to down-regulate pain and facilitate tissue healing. The targeted red and infrared light emitted by these lasers works by enhancing cellular energy production, which leads to cellular regeneration, vascular dilation, and increased collagen production. These processes contribute to both healing and pain relief.

It is important to note that not all lasers are created equal; the quality of the laser can significantly influence treatment outcomes. At Horse & Hound, we utilize the high-quality Activet Pro laser from Multi Radiance to ensure optimal results for all species, both large and small. This particular laser has been supported by over 300 published studies, with more than 90% of the findings indicating its positive effects on tissue healing.

The Activet Pro laser is equipped with both red and blue light modalities, allowing for versatile healing techniques tailored to the specific needs of each patient. This combination enables targeted treatment approaches that can further enhance recovery and pain management.

If you are looking for a holistic veterinarian that offers an integrative approach, we are here to help. Our practice provides several natural methods of healing and diagnostic testing, alongside traditional western approaches. While we do not offer vaccines, routine parasite preventions, or diagnostic imaging, we focus on creating a comprehensive plan for your animal's health. This includes diagnostic lab tests (if needed) and employing natural healing methods.

Maintaining a relationship with your general practitioner is essential for your pet’s well-being. With nearly 10 years in general practice, I can assist in bridging the gap and collaborating closely with your regular veterinarian. This partnership can support your pet in achieving optimal wellness. Our goal is to ensure a balanced approach to your animal's health care, combining the strengths of both holistic and traditional practices for the best possible outcomes.

We provide an extensive range of diagnostic lab work tests tailored for horses, dogs, and cats. Our services include screening tests that help identify potential health issues early, monitoring tests that track ongoing health conditions, and diagnostic tests that aid in the accurate identification of diseases. Each test is conducted with precision to ensure reliable results, supporting your pet's ongoing health and well-being. Our team is committed to delivering comprehensive care through advanced diagnostic options.

It is crucial to ensure your animal has adequate immunity against potentially deadly viruses. Offering vaccine titers provides a means of limiting unnecessary vaccine exposure while confirming your pet's protection.

A titer test analyzes your pet’s blood to identify antibodies specific to certain diseases. This testing helps ascertain whether your pet still retains protective antibodies from earlier vaccinations, which guard against illnesses.

By opting for this blood test, you can determine if revaccination is necessary for your pet. This approach is an economical and effective way to support your pet’s ongoing health.

Massage and stretching can be integral to healing and maintaining general health in animals. These therapeutic practices can improve circulation, enhance flexibility, and reduce muscle tension, promoting overall wellness.

Incorporating massage and stretching into your animal’s treatment plan help to yield optimal results. This approach can be tailored to address specific needs, whether it's recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or simply maintaining peak performance.

Ask us how we can integrate these techniques into your patient's care plan for effective outcomes.

Canine proprioceptive techniques are exercises specifically designed to improve a dog's balance and enhance their awareness of body position. These exercises facilitate a quicker and more effective response to changes in position, providing benefits in various scenarios, including recovery from injuries or enhancing athletic performance.

In a similar manner, SURE FOOT Pads offer a valuable tool for boosting a horse's physical awareness and balance. By focusing on the horse's proprioception, these pads activate small postural muscles essential for maintaining stability. The varying densities of the pads create a customized experience, accommodating the individual needs of each horse. Regular use of SURE FOOT Pads can lead to significant improvements in coordination and body awareness, which are crucial for both equine athletes and horses in rehabilitation.

The Help 'Em Up Harness is an innovative solution recommended by the AKC and various veterinary universities and specialists for dogs with mobility challenges. This full-body lifting device consists of front and back sections, with the back portion featuring the patented "Hip Lift." This distinctive design aids in lifting your dog comfortably from beneath the chest and pelvis, allowing for an even distribution of weight. This design helps to prevent undue stress on the joints, ligaments, abdomen, or bladder.

The harness is generously padded and crafted with air-flow materials, ensuring your dog's comfort and temperature regulation during use. This makes it an excellent choice for pets undergoing physical therapy or rehabilitation while also helping their owners protect their physical health while handling them.

At Horse & Hound Veterinary Acupuncture & Wellness, we prioritize the overall comfort and mobility of our patients. It is essential that your pet can walk comfortably, and proper nail care plays a significant role in this.

We provide traditional nail trims as well as Dremel nail trims to ensure that your pet's nails are maintained at a safe length. For dogs experiencing mobility issues, we offer Dr. Buzby’s Toe Grips, which can enhance stability and improve movement. Additionally, we perform sanitary shaves and anal gland expressions to promote overall wellness and comfort.

Our goal is to address all aspects of your pet's health rigorously, ensuring that they can enjoy a happy and active life free from discomfort.

Receiving a cancer diagnosis in a beloved pet is a profoundly difficult experience for any owner. Making informed decisions about treatment options can be overwhelming, particularly when choosing between traditional methods and integrative therapies.

Traditional cancer treatments, such as surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation, often provide the best outcomes for many types of tumors. However, integrative therapies can also be effective and, in some cases, result in similar or even better outcomes for certain tumor types.

Even if traditional therapies yield the best outcome for a tumor type, the owner may opt for less invasive and less costly approaches and find holistic oncology can still allow more quality time with their pet.

A combination of treatment modalities is another common choice. Many pet owners find that a strategy incorporating traditional oncologic therapies along with holistic techniques optimizes outcomes for their pets. At HHVAW, Dr. Fisher is very knowledgeable about traditional Western Veterinary Medicine as well as Holistic Veterinary Medicine, so she can help you to make the best decision for you pet and your family.

Cancer often brings significant pain, necessitating effective pain relief strategies. Options may include medications prescribed by veterinarians, acupuncture to reduce discomfort, and customized herbal supplements to support the pet's specific needs. This integrative approach can greatly enhance your pet’s comfort during this challenging period.

Managing the side effects of cancer treatments is also critical. Pets may experience symptoms such as inappetence, nausea, and diarrhea as a result of their treatment. By combining traditional veterinary medicine with nutritional adjustments and alternative therapies, we can help mitigate these side effects. This comprehensive strategy aims to maintain your pet's quality of life throughout the treatment journey.

Regardless of whether your pet is receiving conventional treatments or taking a different path, our overarching goal is to bolster their overall health. This approach promotes a less hospitable environment for illness and supports resilience through natural methods that enhance immune health.

Veterinary Exercise Program

A veterinary exercise program is beneficial for animals needing to regain or maintain strength. It is also useful for active dogs that require a safe method to burn off additional calories. Developed by veterinarians, these routines are designed to improve movement, strength, balance, and flexibility, with an emphasis on recovering injured areas.

Individualized Approach

These programs are customized to meet the specific needs of each animal. Veterinarians conduct thorough assessments of individual conditions to create safe and effective exercise plans that facilitate rehabilitation.

Exercise Components

The exercises involved can range from basic walking to more complex tasks such as navigating obstacles. Sit-to-stand movements are crucial for building core strength, which is essential for overall mobility. Additionally, strengthening exercises may incorporate specialized equipment to enhance outcomes.