Business Details
Integrative Veterinary Care in Arlington, MA
At Sleepy Dog Veterinary, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality integrative veterinary care, combining conventional and alternative medicine to prioritize your pet's well-being. Our team focuses on preventive medicine, pain management, and chronic disease support through acupuncture, chiropractic care, herbal therapies, and advanced diagnostics. We maintain a calm, patient-centered environment while fostering open communication with clients and colleagues. Our clinicians bring decades of combined experience in general practice, geriatric care, and rehabilitation, serving pets and their families across Arlington and surrounding communities.We emphasize nutritional guidance, low-stress dental procedures, and regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma to enhance healing. While we do not offer emergency services, we collaborate with referral partners to ensure comprehensive care options. Our practice culture centers on respect, positivity, and tenderness for both animals and their human companions.
Services
Integrative Care
Acupuncture
Chiropractic
Cold Laser Therapy
Dentistry
Herbal Medicine
Home Visits
Nutrition
Physical Rehabilitation
End-of-Life Care
Highlights and features
- We offer integrative medicine combining conventional and alternative therapies
- Our team includes certified specialists in acupuncture and rehabilitation
- We prioritize low-stress, patient-centered veterinary care environments
- 20+ years of combined experience in integrative veterinary medicine
- Active community involvement in local animal welfare initiatives
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
- Certified LGBT Business Enterprise
Services
Integrative Care
Combining conventional and alternative therapies to create customized treatment plans. We prioritize herbal remedies and physical therapies while maintaining access to traditional diagnostics and medications. Our approach addresses chronic conditions, pain management, and preventive care for long-term wellness.
Acupuncture
Using traditional Chinese medicine techniques to treat arthritis, inflammatory diseases, and chronic pain. Our certified practitioners employ fine needles to stimulate healing responses, often combined with cold laser therapy for enhanced effectiveness in musculoskeletal conditions.
Physical Rehabilitation
Specialized recovery programs for pets with mobility challenges or post-injury rehabilitation needs. We utilize therapeutic exercises, massage techniques, and regenerative therapies like platelet-rich plasma to improve joint function and muscle strength in aging or recovering animals.
Dentistry
Comprehensive dental services focusing on preventive care and low-stress procedures. Our approach includes routine cleanings, surgical interventions, and home care education to maintain oral health, using quiet environments to minimize patient anxiety during treatments.
End-of-Life Care
Compassionate support for pets and families during terminal illness or aging transitions. We provide pain management strategies, quality-of-life assessments, and gentle euthanasia services in comfortable settings, accompanied by grief counseling resources for pet owners.
People
Dr. Beth Innis
Founder & Veterinarian
Founder of Sleepy Dog Veterinary with certifications in acupuncture, chiropractic, and herbal medicine. Specializes in integrative care, focusing on alternative therapies while maintaining conventional treatment options when necessary.
Dr. Chagit Steiner
Veterinarian
15+ years of experience in Massachusetts veterinary care. Specializes in internal medicine, geriatrics, and dermatology. Provides compassionate care with emphasis on client communication and understanding pet owner concerns.
Dr. Jan Jeffers
Veterinarian
Graduate of Tufts Veterinary School with extensive Boston-area experience. Focuses on general practice while maintaining strong community connections with local pets and their owners through personalized care approaches.
Breena Roper
Practice Manager
Veterinary professional with 20+ years of experience managing both general and emergency practices. Oversees clinic operations while advocating for animal welfare, bringing expertise in practice management systems.
Sherry Farrell
Veterinary Nurse
30+ years of veterinary nursing experience. Specializes in client education about treatment processes, helping pet owners understand medical decisions while providing compassionate care to animal patients.
Questions
What types of veterinary services do you offer?
We provide integrative care combining conventional and alternative therapies, including acupuncture, chiropractic treatment, dentistry, herbal medicine, physical rehabilitation, and end-of-life support.
Are you equipped for emergency care?
We do not offer emergency or urgent care services. Our team can help identify appropriate referral sources for after-hours or critical care situations.
What makes your practice different?
We specialize in integrative medicine, combining traditional Western approaches with alternative therapies like acupuncture and herbal treatments while maintaining a calm, patient-centered environment.
Do you offer home visits?
Yes, we provide home visits for certain treatments like acupuncture in the Arlington area. Please contact us to determine if this option would work well for your pet.
What are your clinic hours?
Appointments available Monday-Friday 9:30am-6:00pm. We recommend contacting us in advance to schedule visits with your preferred veterinarian.
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