In addition to our traditional veterinary pet care services, Lynnwood Animal Hospital is proud to offer integrative veterinary care, including acupuncture and cold laser therapy. These unique treatment approaches complement traditional care with therapies that have been proven safe and effective for a host of chronic conditions.
Acupuncture for Dogs & Cats
Help your beloved pet lead a healthier and happier life with acupuncture designed specifically for dogs and cats at Lynnwood Animal Hospital. Acupuncture enhances blood circulation, stimulates nerves, and boosts the immune system β paving the way for natural healing.
Acupuncture for Dogs & Cats
Help your beloved pet lead a healthier and happier life with acupuncture designed specifically for dogs and cats at Lynnwood Animal Hospital. Acupuncture enhances blood circulation, stimulates nerves, and boosts the immune system β paving the way for natural healing.
How Acupuncture for Pets Works
Your veterinarian inserts thin, sterile needles into specific points on your pet’s body to stimulate healing and relieve symptoms. This non-invasive procedure not only addresses physical ailments but also nurtures emotional well-being, making it a comprehensive solution for health improvement.
Acupuncture is commonly used to treat arthritis and hip dysplasia, but it also can help with trauma, injuries, gastrointestinal disorders, and anxiety.
How Acupuncture for Pets Works
Your veterinarian inserts thin, sterile needles into specific points on your pet’s body to stimulate healing and relieve symptoms. This non-invasive procedure not only addresses physical ailments but also nurtures emotional well-being, making it a comprehensive solution for health improvement.
Acupuncture is commonly used to treat arthritis and hip dysplasia, but it also can help with trauma, injuries, gastrointestinal disorders, and anxiety.
Why Choose Acupuncture for Your Pet?
Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is based on promoting harmony and balance within the body. As with people, acupuncture can make a significant difference in your pet’s well-being. Whether you’re dealing with chronic conditions or sudden injuries, acupuncture offers a variety of benefits:
- Pain Relief: By releasing endorphins and cortisol, acupuncture serves as a natural painkiller and anti-inflammatory, reducing discomfort and improving mobility.
- Stress Reduction: Pets, like humans, experience stress. Acupuncture sessions can promote relaxation and improve overall well-being.
- Anti-Inflammatory: Reduce inflammation associated with conditions like arthritis and skin allergies, aiding in long-term wellness.
- Enhanced Circulation: Improved blood flow accelerates healing and helps in the removal of toxins from the body.
- Neurological Improvement: This treatment can help manage neurological issues by stimulating nerve activity, promoting better bodily functions.
- Boosts Immunity: Strengthen your pet’s immune system to better fight off illnesses and improve resilience.
- Digestive Health: Ease digestive troubles like diarrhea or constipation.
- Improved Quality of Life: For pets battling chronic conditions, acupuncture can enhance quality of life by reducing pain and increasing functionality.
- Supports Cancer Treatments: Although not a cure, acupuncture can alleviate the side effects of treatments like chemotherapy, offering relief and comfort.
Why Choose Acupuncture for Your Pet?
Rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, acupuncture is based on promoting harmony and balance within the body. As with people, acupuncture can make a significant difference in your pet’s well-being. Whether you’re dealing with chronic conditions or sudden injuries, acupuncture offers a variety of benefits:
- Pain Relief: By releasing endorphins and cortisol, acupuncture serves as a natural painkiller and anti-inflammatory, reducing discomfort and improving mobility.
- Stress Reduction: Pets, like humans, experience stress. Acupuncture sessions can promote relaxation and improve overall well-being.
- Anti-Inflammatory: Reduce inflammation associated with conditions like arthritis and skin allergies, aiding in long-term wellness.
- Enhanced Circulation: Improved blood flow accelerates healing and helps in the removal of toxins from the body.
- Neurological Improvement: This treatment can help manage neurological issues by stimulating nerve activity, promoting better bodily functions.
- Boosts Immunity: Strengthen your pet’s immune system to better fight off illnesses and improve resilience.
- Digestive Health: Ease digestive troubles like diarrhea or constipation.
- Improved Quality of Life: For pets battling chronic conditions, acupuncture can enhance quality of life by reducing pain and increasing functionality.
- Supports Cancer Treatments: Although not a cure, acupuncture can alleviate the side effects of treatments like chemotherapy, offering relief and comfort.
What Conditions Does Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture can support and provide relief from a variety of conditions, helping your pet feel their best.
- Arthritis and joint conditions
- Hip dysplasia and chronic pain management
- Behavioral issues and anxiety
- Neurological disorders like intervertebral disc disease
- Recovering from surgery and managing pain
- Skin conditions and allergies
- Asthma and other respiratory issues
- Digestive problems like diarrhea and vomiting
- Urinary conditions, including feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD)
- Aging-related decline and weakness
- Immune-mediated diseases
- Liver and kidney diseases
- Endocrine disorders like hypothyroidism and Cushing’s disease
- Cancer supportive care
- Rehabilitation after injury
- Chronic ear infections
- Certain fertility issues
- Certain eye conditions, such as dry eye and uveitis
- Non-healing wounds
What Conditions Does Acupuncture Treat?
Acupuncture can support and provide relief from a variety of conditions, helping your pet feel their best.
- Arthritis and joint conditions
- Hip dysplasia and chronic pain management
- Behavioral issues and anxiety
- Neurological disorders like intervertebral disc disease
- Recovering from surgery and managing pain
- Skin conditions and allergies
- Asthma and other respiratory issues
- Digestive problems like diarrhea and vomiting
- Urinary conditions, including feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD)
- Aging-related decline and weakness
- Immune-mediated diseases
- Liver and kidney diseases
- Endocrine disorders like hypothyroidism and Cushing’s disease
- Cancer supportive care
- Rehabilitation after injury
- Chronic ear infections
- Certain fertility issues
- Certain eye conditions, such as dry eye and uveitis
- Non-healing wounds
Cold Laser Therapy for Pets
Because animals cannot express pain the same way humans can, we often overlook our petβs discomfort. The truth is, unfortunately, many animals experience the same aches and pains that we do on a daily basis. If your pet is suffering from a chronic painful condition, cold laser therapy could be an effective option.
Cold Laser Therapy for Pets
Because animals cannot express pain the same way humans can, we often overlook our petβs discomfort. The truth is, unfortunately, many animals experience the same aches and pains that we do on a daily basis. If your pet is suffering from a chronic painful condition, cold laser therapy could be an effective option.
Can Cold Laser Therapy Help My Pet?
Animals who are recovering from an injury or live with ongoing arthritis pain can benefit from cold laser therapy. This treatment goes does deep into the tissues to reduce inflammation as well as pain. You will notice an increase in your petβs range of motion. Many pet owners love the fact that this is a drug-free option for their petβs pain management.
It is also important to note that Lynnwood Animal Hospital uses what is known as a “class IV” cold laser therapy device, which is stronger and more effective at treating such chronic conditions as chronic pain, arthritis, wounds and infections.
How Does Cold Laser Therapy Work?
A laser is simply a light source, which generates very concentrated light on one wavelength. Your veterinarian holds the device and treats the affected area in your pet. This low-powered laser initiates a healing and anti-inflammatory response in the treated area.
Although it is difficult to evaluate the effectiveness of this treatment in pets, you as the pet owner will be able to tell if your pet is feeling better. On a scientific level, we know that when the laser beam comes into contact with the cells, it releases a chemical called nitric oxide. This chemical opens up the blood vessels so that blood flow is increased. This increased blood flow brings more oxygen into the affected area thus creating a healing response.
Another benefit of cold laser therapy is that it desensitizes local pain receptors so that your pet is literally in less pain following a treatment. Humans who use cold laser therapy for their pain management report that this treatment option gives them the same or better results when compared to anti-inflammatory drugs.
Will My Pet Enjoy this Therapy?
In most cases, animals are nervous about a new experience at first. However, your veterinarian will do everything they can to put your pet at ease. Youβll also discuss everything you need to know about the procedure before beginning the treatment plan for your pet. And then, after a few treatments, your pet will probably begin to look forward to this procedure.
Herbal Therapy for Pets
Herbal therapy has gained popularity in pet care, offering a holistic approach to health that complements traditional veterinary medicine. Ayurvedic herbs, with their roots in ancient Indian healing practices, play a significant role in this alternative treatment.
Herbal Therapy for Pets
Herbal therapy has gained popularity in pet care, offering a holistic approach to health that complements traditional veterinary medicine. Ayurvedic herbs, with their roots in ancient Indian healing practices, play a significant role in this alternative treatment.
How Herbal Therapy for Pets Works
At Lynnwood Animal Hospital, we are proud to offer these alternative treatment options under the guidance of Dr. Rupali Sodhi. By incorporating Ayurvedic herbs into pet care, owners can support their petβs health in a gentle, non-invasive manner, addressing a variety of issues β ranging from anxiety to digestive problems β while minimizing the potential side effects associated with pharmaceutical treatments for certain pets.
Herbs like Ashwagandha, known for its stress-relieving properties, and Turmeric, renowned for its anti-inflammatory effects, can help manage various conditions in pets. These natural remedies aim to balance the bodyβs energies, promoting overall well-being.
How Herbal Therapy for Pets Works
At Lynnwood Animal Hospital, we are proud to offer these alternative treatment options under the guidance of Dr. Rupali Sodhi. By incorporating Ayurvedic herbs into pet care, owners can support their petβs health in a gentle, non-invasive manner, addressing a variety of issues β ranging from anxiety to digestive problems β while minimizing the potential side effects associated with pharmaceutical treatments for certain pets.
Herbs like Ashwagandha, known for its stress-relieving properties, and Turmeric, renowned for its anti-inflammatory effects, can help manage various conditions in pets. These natural remedies aim to balance the bodyβs energies, promoting overall well-being.
What Conditions Can Herbal Therapy Treat?
Herbal therapies have been developed to address a range of issues that often challenge conventional veterinary medicine. Common conditions treated include:
- Epilepsy
- Chronic kidney failure
- Chronic lameness
- Hormonal imbalances
- Behavioral problems
- Allergic skin conditions
- Liver failure
- Inflammatory bowel disease.
Additionally, some herbs serve as βtonics,β supporting the normal function of healthy organs.
What Conditions Can Herbal Therapy Treat?
Herbal therapies have been developed to address a range of issues that often challenge conventional veterinary medicine. Common conditions treated include:
- Epilepsy
- Chronic kidney failure
- Chronic lameness
- Hormonal imbalances
- Behavioral problems
- Allergic skin conditions
- Liver failure
- Inflammatory bowel disease.
Additionally, some herbs serve as βtonics,β supporting the normal function of healthy organs.
To explore integrative care for your dogs and cats, call (425) 771-6300, email info@lynnwoodanimalhospital.com, or schedule online.