Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Chinese Herbal Formulas and Homeopathy are a few of the healing modalities provided by Dr. Sheffield, to address your pet's individual health care needs. Exceptional healing possibilities may be realized by active dogs (engaged in agility competition, tracking, hunting, etc.), senior animals experiencing pain and limitation of movement, and even with the pet challenged by chronic diseases, which are non-responsive to Western medicine; all in a non-toxic and non-invasive manner. Dr. Sheffield also emphasizes the importance of preventive care and health maintenance, beginning with nutritional guidance and a regimen personalized for your companion animal.<br /><br /><br /> The relationship between you and your companion animal is a very special bond. Dr. Sheffield feels honored to be a part of that relationship, and help you to make better, well informed health care decisions.. We shall honor the body,mind,spiritual connection between all creatures great and small. We will serve both animals and people by facilitating healing in a non-invasive and non-toxic manner. We are honored to educate those who have companion animals to make better health care decisions and expand the horizons of healing possibilities.
Clinic Services:
Acupuncture:
Used for pain management,post-surgery pain relief and rehab,for relief of symptoms of arthritis,for back pain,for auto-immune disease and liver disease. It is also used for digestive problems,epilepsy,paralysis,and multiple other challenges. Sometimes,"acupressure" may be used in place of acupuncture.
Chinese Herbal Formulas:
The cornerstone of traditional Chinese medicine has been herbal formulas. These herbal prescriptions are used to address most of the medical issues seen in clinics and hospitals today. Examples of these include skin disorders,ear infections,"arthritis" issues,as well as digestive and auto-immune challenges.
Chiropractic:
Chiropractic may be used in a variety of techniques for structural challenges including back problems and spine alignment issues (acute or chronic.) For example,injuries to the "Frisbee" dog,the "agility and eventing" dog,as well as the small lap dog injured from by a jump off the bed or couch.
Homeopathy:
This unique field of medicine has roots that can be traced back to the ancient Greeks.