Seven years ago, I began the journey into holistic veterinary medicine when I began the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society program. It has changed my life in numerous and often unexpected ways. Not surprisingly, the people who bring their pets to my practice for holistic care are dedicated pet owners. Their pets are treated as family members and there is a strong bond between my patients and their caretakers. But one thing that has surprised me is the number of clients who are involved in rescue organizations and the number of patients who are from rescue facilities: the Animal Rescue League, Animal Lifeline, breed rescues, and more individual, private rescue efforts. (Read the rest of the article)

Natural Solutions, formerly Des Moines Veterinary Acupuncture, offers a variety of holistic treatments including acupuncture, veterinary spinal manipulation therapy and homeopathy to maintain your pet's health and well-being.

A holistic approach addresses health concerns by looking at a patient in his or her entirety, as a physical, emotional and spiritual being. It focuses on lifestyle as a means of treatment and prevention of disease. It believes that what an individual eats, the environmental toxins he or she encounters and life’s emotional issues impact health maintenance and disease development.

Treatment goals aim to reduce or eliminate symptoms and prevent future disease without side effects. As a holistic veterinarian, I believe I’m part of a team that includes you, your family and your pet. We share a common goal of adding years to your pet’s life and life to your pet’s years.