Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Holistic Veterinarian in Denver, CO
Holistic Care for Animals was founded in 1991 with a mission to provide integrative veterinary care that prioritizes whole-body wellness. Our approach combines homeopathy, acupuncture, veterinary orthopedic manipulation, herbal medicine, and nutritional counseling to address physical, emotional, and environmental health factors. Since our establishment, we have focused on fostering client-partnered care, ensuring pet owners are actively involved in treatment decisions. Our clinic environment was deliberately designed to minimize stress for animals, offering a warm, home-like atmosphere that reflects our commitment to compassionate care. With decades of experience in holistic practices, including advanced training in homeopathy and acupuncture, we serve as advocates for natural healing methods.Our team maintains affiliations with professional organizations like the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards. We emphasize client education, particularly in dietary optimization and symptom observation, to support long-term animal health. Through meticulous case assessment and follow-up evaluations, we tailor treatments to each pet's unique needs, aiming to strengthen their innate healing capabilities rather than merely suppressing symptoms.
Services
Homeopathy
Acupuncture
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation
Herbal Medicine
Nutritional Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of holistic veterinary experience
- Our team holds specialized certifications in homeopathy and acupuncture
- We foster client-partnered decision making
- We emphasize natural healing through nutritional optimization
- Our clinic environment prioritizes animal comfort
Associations and certifications
- Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy
- International Association of Veterinary Homeopaths
- American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
- International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
Services
Homeopathy
Our homeopathy treatments utilize highly diluted natural substances to stimulate animals' self-healing mechanisms. This 200-year-old system targets physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms through personalized remedies derived from plants, minerals, and animal sources. Each prescription follows detailed symptom assessment to match the animal's unique condition, requiring careful observation during follow-up consultations to adjust treatment plans as needed.
Acupuncture
We employ acupuncture to address musculoskeletal issues and chronic pain through targeted nerve stimulation. Using ultra-fine needles, laser, or electroacupuncture, this ancient practice enhances circulation, releases natural painkillers, and strengthens immune responses. Treatments focus on restoring balance to hormonal and cardiovascular systems while providing relief for conditions like arthritis and mobility limitations in companion animals.
Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation
Our low-force spinal adjustments using Activator Method technology correct vertebral subluxations in animals. This technique safely addresses pain and mobility issues through precise instrument-guided corrections that bypass muscle tension reflexes. Immediate improvement in comfort levels often occurs after treatment, particularly effective for chronic back and joint conditions affecting pets' quality of life.
Herbal Medicine
Customized herbal formulations complement our holistic treatments by supporting organ function and systemic balance. These natural remedies work synergistically with other therapies to address specific health concerns while minimizing side effects. We carefully select quality-controlled botanical ingredients tailored to each animal's condition and dietary requirements.
Nutritional Counseling
We provide comprehensive dietary guidance emphasizing homemade raw food regimens and whole food supplements. Our nutritional programs address underlying health issues through customized feeding plans that optimize digestive health, immune function, and overall vitality. Client education focuses on identifying quality ingredients and preparing balanced meals for long-term animal wellness.
People
Janice L. Facinelli
Veterinarian, Owner
Dr. Facinelli graduated from Colorado State University in 1972 and completed specialized training in veterinary homeopathy and acupuncture. With decades of experience in holistic animal care, she established Holistic Care for Animals in 1991 after founding the Human Companion Animal Bond Committee. Her expertise includes homeopathic case management and veterinary orthopedic manipulation techniques.
Questions
What holistic treatments do you offer for pets?
We provide homeopathy, acupuncture, veterinary orthopedic manipulation, herbal medicine, and nutritional counseling to address various animal health conditions.
How does homeopathy work for animals?
Homeopathy stimulates natural healing through diluted remedies that mimic target symptoms, triggering the body's self-repair mechanisms without side effects from conventional medications.
What should I bring to the initial consultation?
Bring current medications, medical history, symptom descriptions, diagnostic test results, and a picture of your pet to help us create a comprehensive treatment plan.
How long do treatment results typically take?
Improvement timelines vary by condition complexity; chronic cases often require multiple follow-up sessions over weeks or months to achieve lasting results.
Do you accept urgent veterinary cases?
We focus on scheduled holistic treatments rather than emergency care, recommending immediate conventional veterinary attention for acute medical emergencies.
How do follow-up appointments work?
Follow-ups assess progress and adjust treatment plans, with appointment lengths ranging from 15 minutes for adjustments to 30 minutes for homeopathy evaluations.
