 | Veterinary Chiropractor
Dr. Helen Berschneider is a licensed veterinarian who utilizes holistic solutions including chiropractic and acupuncture. Her results are astounding. If you find that conventional techniques aren't working, or just want to try an alternative approach, I strongly urge you to give alternative methods a try. Dr. Berschneider comes to PDX here in Chattanooga every other Monday. Her ticket fills quickly, so call us at 423-870-7740 to reserve your spot. Cost varies based on treatment, but usually runs between $60 and $80 for the first visit, and between $30 and $40 for follow-ups. We schedule appointments between 12:30pm and 6:30pm. Dr. Berschneider can take cash or personal checks for payment. Please be sure to potty your dog before AND after your visit - adjustments and acupuncture often lead to a deep relaxation, so it's best to have the biologicals out of the way! -- Bev Holistic care for your companion animal 
| Foothills Holistic Veterinary Services FHVS is a mobile, specialty practice focusing on complementary care for horses, dogs and cats. Dr. Berschneider, a graduate of Iowa State University and former Associate Professor of Veterinary Nutrition and Physiology at North Carolina State University, has been trained by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, and the American Veterinary Chiropractors Association (certified). Services provided by FHVS will not replace primary health care, such as vaccinations and surgical procedures, by your regular veterinarian. FHVS serves a wide area in middle Tennessee, from Nashville to Chattanooga. | | What is holistic health care? | Holistic health care for animals is an approach to veterinary medicine that evaluates multiple aspects of the patient’s life and health and then provides or suggests options both within and outside conventional veterinary approaches. Holistic health care isn’t exclusively herbal, natural, or energy-based treatments. It considers all of the options. Pharmaceutical agents and surgery are sometimes the best treatment available. Occasionally, multiple modalities or treatments can be combined to provide the best care for the patient. The ultimate goal of Holistic Health Care is optimal health and longevity for your dog. | | Nutrition | Nutrition is the basis for life and health. A good, balanced diet containing fresh, high quality ingredients is as important for the health of a dog as it is for a human. While the pet food industry has worked hard to create a variety of quality products for our companions, for many individuals a little more is needed. New information about the benefits of fresh foods is discovered daily. Some animals just need a little more or less of a specific nutrient to help them through a critical period. Selecting the right food and adjusting the diet to fit the individual’s needs can be a daunting task, but the health rewards are worth the effort required. | | Chiropractic | Chiropractic care for animals generally involves careful, physical manipulation of spinal, or other skeletal elements. It is most frequently used to treat musculoskeletal problems such as lameness and sore backs in veterinary medicine. Regular chiropractic care is of great benefit for working and performance animals. It is frequently used in conjunction with acupuncture or physical therapy and massage to provide the quickest recovery from injuries and stress. Anyone performing these manipulations on animals should be well trained both in the technique and in the anatomy and physiology of the animal. | | Acupuncture | Acupuncture is an ancient technique developed by the Chinese some 3000 years ago. It is based on the idea that chi, a form of energy, flows through specific channels in the body proving the foundation and coordination for bodily functions. Blockages of that flow cause pain and disease. Various forms of acupuncture use needles, electrical current, injected substances or laser light to remove blockages and stimulate the proper flow of chi through the body. | | Herbal Remedies | Herbal remedies are nature’s pharmacy. Many of today’s prescription drugs started out from an extract of a plant. Herbs are potent treatments and can pose a significant danger to an animal if not properly administered. All herbal remedies contain a variety of natural chemicals which can affect body functions. Herbs are usually gentler than prescription drugs and may have a larger safety margin and fewer side effects. They should not be given to your pet without the knowledge and advice of a veterinarian. | | Flower Remedies | Flower remedies are delicate extracts of a wide variety of blooms. They are usually preserved with alcohol or a vinegar/tea mixture. These remedies hold the energetic essence of the flower from which they were made. They are usually used to address emotional and behavioral issues, though they may also have profound effects on physical ailments in some cases. | | Allergy Elimination | Nabudripad’s Allergy Elimination Technique is a relatively new procedure, NAET combines principles of immunology, neurology, acupuncture and chiropractic. It helps to reprogram the body to eliminate inappropriate physiological responses to specific substances. |
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