admin By the time you can identify fleas on your pet, it is likely that your home is already infested. While adult fleas reside on your pets, the earlier life stages of the fleas live and grow in your carpets, pets’ bedding, etc. A single female flea can lay 10 to 50 eggs per day and … Read moreFlea and Tick Recommendations
For thousands of years acupuncture has been used to re-balance the total energy system of animals’ bodies to facilitate health and healing. It effectively treats many varied conditions such as arthritis, disc disease, nerve pain, kidney failure, liver failure, cancer, and heart disease to name a few. Acupuncture affects every major system of the body, … Read moreAcupuncture
At the Integrative Veterinary Center of Richmond, we offer acupuncture for your pets. For thousands of years, acupuncture has been used to re-balance the total energy system of animals’ bodies to facilitate health and healing. It effectively treats many conditions, such as arthritis, disc disease, nerve pain, kidney failure, liver failure, cancer, and heart disease. … Read morePet Acupuncture
What is spinal manipulation? What is pet chiropractic care? Is there a difference? Technically, the term ‘chiropractic’ can only be applied to humans. Thus, ‘chiropractic care’ does not technically exist within veterinary medicine. However, while the term may not technically be approved, the art of chiropractic care is alive and well within veterinary medicine. To … Read moreSpinal Manipulations & Chiropractic Care
We have specific tools to help your pet recover from an operation or injury. We are pleased to provide individualized rehabilitation therapy, such as massage and exercise ball therapy. These techniques can help your pet recover at its own pace while being closely monitored by our veterinary team, which has received specialized rehabilitation therapy training … Read morePhysical Rehabilitation
Regular veterinary exams are a vital part of preventative healthcare, discover the many benefits of twice-yearly evaluations.
Pet Surgery At the Integrative Veterinary Center of Richmond, we can perform almost any procedure your cat or dog may need or refer you to the appropriate professional. Our skilled veterinarians provide a wide range of surgical services at our clinic, from routine to complex procedures. Our veterinary team goes above and beyond to ensure … Read moreSurgery & Dental Care
Traditional Chinese Medicine & Chinese Herbal Formulas Acupuncture, Chinese herbs, and nutrition can all be tied to the doctrine of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). TCM can be used to optimize body functions. Qi (translated as natural energy, life force, and energy flow) is the underlying principle in traditional Chinese medicine and even martial arts. Whether … Read moreHerbal Therapy
Did you know that by the age of 3 years old, 80% of dogs and 60% of cats have some degree of dental disease? Routine dental care is essential for the health and well-being of our pets. We have a daily dental routine for ourselves including brushing, flossing, and regular visits and cleanings with our … Read moreAre you brushing your pet’s teeth?
This is one of the most common questions that clients ask when coming to seeking a more holistic approach for their pets’ health. And it’s a GREAT one!! Improving nutrition is the best, most impactful way to improve your pets overall health and well being. The catch is that the answer is not necessarily as … Read moreWhat type of food is best for my pet?