Integrative Medicine for Dogs & Cats in Ormeau

At My Kind of Vet, we believe the best veterinary care looks at the whole patient — not just the symptoms.
Our integrative veterinary care approach combines advanced medical diagnostics and treatment with supportive therapies such as acupuncture, laser therapy, nutrition, and targeted supplementation.

This allows us to create a care plan that addresses your pet’s physical health, comfort, and quality of life from every angle — providing complete, balanced, and compassionate care.

What Is Integrative Veterinary Care?

Integrative veterinary care is about understanding how all the systems of the body work together — and how changes in one area can affect others.
When a pet presents with a problem, we look beyond the surface symptoms to explore the full picture of their health.

For example, a dog showing signs of skin irritation might also have underlying allergies, gut imbalance, or thyroid changes contributing to the issue. A cat with stiffness could have arthritis — but also muscle tension, altered movement patterns, or stress influencing how they feel and behave.

The body doesn’t operate in isolation, and neither should veterinary care.

At My Kind of Vet, we combine modern diagnostic tools (such as bloodwork, imaging, and lab testing) with a detailed understanding of how the nervous system, immune system, digestive tract, and emotional health all interact. This helps us identify the why behind a condition — not just the what.

By taking this broader, integrated view, we can:

• Find and address underlying medical conditions that may be contributing to your pet’s symptoms.

• Identify lifestyle or environmental factors — such as diet, movement, or stress — that influence recovery.

• Develop comprehensive treatment plans that work across multiple systems, improving both immediate comfort and long-term health.

Integrative veterinary medicine doesn’t replace conventional care — it enhances it. It allows us to use every appropriate and evidence-based tool available, from medication and diagnostics to acupuncture, laser therapy, and nutrition, to help your pet heal and thrive.

Our Integrative Veterinary Care Therapies

Depending on your pet’s needs, integrative treatment may include:

• Acupuncture: Used to support pain relief, mobility, and nerve function.

• Laser Therapy: To reduce inflammation, promote tissue healing, and manage chronic pain.

• Nutritional Therapy: Evidence-based diet recommendations for specific medical or metabolic conditions.

• Supplements and Nutraceuticals: Targeted support for joint, gut, or immune health, chosen based on proven efficacy.

• Conventional Medicine: Including prescription medication, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory testing as needed.

All therapies are provided under veterinary supervision, ensuring that every element of your pet’s care is coordinated and safe.

When Integrative Veterinary Care Can Help

Integrative veterinary care can be particularly beneficial for pets with:

• Arthritis or chronic pain

• Post-surgical recovery or injury rehabilitation

• Neurological or spinal conditions

• Digestive issues or inflammatory conditions

• Skin and allergy problems

• Age-related changes such as stiffness or fatigue

• Anxiety or stress-related behaviour

• Complex medical conditions requiring multimodal management

These cases often respond best when we blend medical treatment with additional supportive therapies, ensuring comfort and long-term stability.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Integrative Veterinary Care

At My Kind of Vet, every patient is treated as an individual. We take time to understand:

• The underlying cause of their condition

• Their unique personality and stress triggers

• Their daily environment, diet, and exercise routine

• The owner’s goals and preferences for care

From there, we develop a plan that’s practical, science-based, and fully tailored to your pet — whether it involves acupuncture alongside medication, dietary changes to complement therapy, or laser sessions during recovery.

Why Choose My Kind of Vet

• Comprehensive, evidence-based care for the full picture of your pet’s health

• Fear-free certified team ensuring calm, gentle handling

• Advanced diagnostic tools and complementary therapies under one roof

• Individualised plans tailored to each pet’s condition and personality

• Collaboration with specialists when advanced support is required

We don’t separate medicine from wellbeing — we combine them. Our goal is to improve your pet’s comfort, mobility, and happiness through thoughtful, integrated care that truly makes a difference.

Complete, Compassionate, and Connected Veterinary Care

Whether your pet is recovering from injury, living with a chronic condition, or simply slowing down with age, our integrative approach helps them feel better, move better, and live better.