Business Details
24 Years
experience
Integrative Veterinary Care in Philadelphia
Holistic Veterinary Care Service has been providing integrative veterinary care in Philadelphia since 2002. Our practice combines conventional medicine with holistic therapies to address the physical, emotional, and environmental needs of dogs and cats at every life stage. We specialize in home visits, offering personalized preventive care, nutritional guidance, and treatment plans tailored to each pet's unique requirements. Our team prioritizes minimizing stress for pets through in-home services while maintaining rigorous professional standards. We collaborate with specialists across Philadelphia to ensure comprehensive care when advanced treatments are needed.With decades of combined experience, our veterinarians and technicians deliver compassionate, evidence-based care focused on long-term wellness. We emphasize transparent communication, empowering pet owners with knowledge to make informed healthcare decisions. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures we incorporate the latest advancements in integrative veterinary medicine. By blending traditional diagnostics with complementary therapies, we address both acute conditions and chronic health challenges. Our practice philosophy centers on treating each animal as an individual, recognizing that no two patients have identical needs.
Services
Primary Care
Preventive Health
Home Visits
Nutritional Counseling
Lab Work
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of veterinary experience with integrative medicine expertise
- Our home visits reduce stress for pets requiring medical care
- We combine conventional diagnostics with holistic treatment approaches
- Personalized care plans tailored to each pet's specific health needs
- Collaboration with Philadelphia specialists for comprehensive treatment options
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective treatments
Stress-free home visits
Personalized plans
Responsive support
Services
Primary Care
Our primary care services address all stages of pet development from puppies/kittens to senior animals. We provide physical exams, vaccination protocols, parasite prevention, and chronic condition management. Our integrative approach combines conventional diagnostics with holistic therapies to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each pet's specific needs.
Preventive Health
Preventive care focuses on early detection and proactive health management. Services include nutritional counseling, exercise recommendations, and customized vaccination schedules. We emphasize whole-animal wellness through diet optimization, stress reduction techniques, and regular health monitoring to prevent disease progression.
Home Visits
Our house call service brings veterinary care directly to your doorstep. This reduces stress for pets requiring medical attention while maintaining professional diagnostic standards. Services include physical exams, lab work collection, and treatment administration in the comfort of your pet's familiar environment.
Nutritional Counseling
We develop customized nutrition plans considering each pet's age, breed, and health status. Services include raw diet formulation, supplement recommendations, and food allergy management. Our approach emphasizes whole-food nutrition while accommodating practical feeding constraints for optimal digestive and immune health.
Lab Work
In-home diagnostic capabilities include blood work analysis, urinalysis, fecal testing, and cytological evaluations. We perform heartworm/Lyme disease screening and blood pressure monitoring to support comprehensive health assessments. Results guide treatment decisions while minimizing pet transportation stress.
People
Dr. Natasha Kassell
Veterinarian
Dr. Kassell has practiced veterinary medicine since 1994, specializing in integrative care since completing advanced training in 2002. She founded Holistic Veterinary Care Service to combine conventional diagnostics with holistic therapies for comprehensive pet wellness.
Laura Lally
Veterinary Technician
Certified Veterinary Technician with 19 years' experience in anesthesia and surgery, Laura brings specialized expertise to our home care services. She focuses on compassionate patient handling and client education while managing her own multi-pet household.
Zoe Kassell Osborne
Veterinary Assistant
With 15+ years assisting veterinary operations, Zoe manages social media and supports clinical services. She contributes extensive hands-on experience with nutrition workshops, diagnostic testing, and animal handling while pursuing her career at the University of Pennsylvania.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Northwest Philadelphia including Germantown, Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, East Falls, Roxborough, Manayunk, and adjacent neighborhoods.
Do you accept new patients?
We currently accept new patients only in Northwest Philadelphia. Due to high demand, expect a waiting period for initial appointments.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Venmo and personal checks for all services at the time of visit.
Do you provide emergency care?
We don't provide after-hours emergency services. For urgent care needs, we recommend contacting one of Philadelphia's 24-hour veterinary hospitals.
What services do you not provide?
We don't perform acupuncture, chiropractics, critical care, anesthesia procedures, or at-home euthanasia. We'll coordinate referrals for these specialized services.
