A Certified Veterinarian Acupuncturist, Dr. Jennifer Burke, works at 9575 El Camino Real in Atascadero, CA 93422. Phone (805) 466-3880. Great recommendation from clients who have used Dr. Burke. She says acupuncture can help with a variety of issues including those affecting internal systems, orthopaedic and neurological challenges. Other holistic practices: Bach flower remedies; dietary advice; Chinese herbal remedies.
Dr. Burke received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from UC Davis in 1988. In 1996, she became certified in Veterinary Acupuncture. In addition, she continued her training at Emperor’s College in Santa Monica, taking courses in 1998 and 1999.
She is one of the few veterinarians on the Central Coast to practice small animal acupuncture.
Dr. Todd Metcalf of Sunshine Holistic Veterinary Services.
Dr. Todd Metcalf of Sunshine Holistic Veterinary Services. Dr. Todd applies the combination of acupuncture, chiropractic, herbs, and nutritional treatments, choosing the modality that he expects will improve your animal’s health. Free 10-minute consult. Phone number: (928) 848-9828 available from Monday to Saturday 9 am- 5 pm PST.
Dr. Metcalf has been practicing veterinary medicine for more than 36 years adding holistic veterinary care as a specialty for the past 17 years. He serves in San Luis Obispo, California in-person as well as offering online holistic coaching services.
CHIROPRACTIC CARE FOR LARGE AND SMALL ANIMALS
Sherry D. Gaber, DC
certified animal chiropractor
“Chiropractic focuses on maintaining mobility, alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for your animal partners. By having your pet aligned you can prevent long term discomforts and health problems. Dogs, cats, horses, other pets, farm animals, and even rescued wild animals have overcome the effects of trauma and experienced rapid relief from the following symptoms after one of my chiropractic adjustments:
call or text (505) 690-1107
Difficulty standing up or walking
Poor appetite and/or digestion
Constipation
Listlessness
Uneven gait
Incontinence
Sleep problems
Ear infections
Excessive licking
Lack of a desire for playDifficulty standing up or walking
Poor appetite and/or digestion
Constipation
Listlessness
Uneven gait
Incontinence
Sleep problems
Ear infections
Excessive licking
Lack of a desire for play”
Pet Loss Support Groups
Support Groups/Hotlines
Dr. Ella Bittel – Animal Hospice
Dr. Ella Bittel offers a free helpline for anyone attempting to hospice their animal companion, and also online classes for those preparing for their animal’s transition. Dr. Bittel says “learning about it ahead of time, best when an animal is still well, is ideal given the complexity of issues one can encounter.” She lives in Costa Rica nowadays.
Dr. Bittel is a leader in animal hospice care. She has created a weekend seminar as well as online classes for anyone interested in options in end-of-life care for our animal companions.
https://www.facebook.com/p/Spirits-in-Transition-Animal-Hospice-EOL-Care-100068366328688/
- Hospice of San Luis Obispo – Pet Loss Support Group 805-544-2266.
- ASPCA Pet Loss Support Hotline 877-474-3310.
- Ohio State C.A.L.L. (Companion Animal Listening Line) 614-292-1823.
- Pet Loss and Grief Counseling 855-738-5677.
- University of Illinois C.A.R.E. Pet Loss Helpline 877-394-2273.
- https://www.facebook.com/p/Spirits-in-Transition-Animal-Hospice
This pet grief and loss support group is a service of Hospice of San Luis Obispo. This support group helps those grieving the loss of an animal friend. Meeting: 5:00 pm to 6:15 pm, the last Wednesday of each month. http://www.hospiceslo.org/support-groups
Edna Valley Vet Clinic
Dr. Jeff Alwen is a veterinary surgeon.
Dr. Alwen came to the San Luis Obispo in 2002. With 25 years of experience, Dr. Alwen offers advanced surgeries such as orthopedics, TPLO (Tibial plateau leveling osteotomy), Arthroscopy, MRI, neurology, and oncology, in addition to quality general health care. After falling in love with the area they purchased the Broad Street clinic on January 1, 2003. It later became the Edna Valley Veterinary Clinic and Surgical Services. Since then, Dr. Alwen has expanded and enhanced the clinic’s services to include a low-cost mobile vaccine clinic.
Veterinary Ophthalmology
Veterinary Ophthalmology is for your Animal Friend’s vision. Kristiane S. Schmidt, DVM, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists received her BS and Doctor of Vet Medicine degrees from the University of California at Davis. She received Board Certification in Veterinary Ophthalmology and became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) in 2005.
Dr. Schmidt completed credentials for surgical and medical ophthalmic diseases in small animals, exotic animals, and large animals. She’s at 118 North Mason Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420 (805) 473-3332.
