Your Questions, Answered
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We are a full service veterinary hospital that offers wellness and sick exams, urgent care, vaccinations, holistic therapies, both soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, boarding, and grooming. Please visit our home page or give us a call to see how we can meet your needs.
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Integrative veterinary medicine combines conventional (Western) medicine with complementary therapies such as acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, and rehabilitation. Our goal is to treat the whole patient—addressing the root cause of illness while supporting overall wellness.
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Integrative medicine blends traditional veterinary care (diagnostics, surgery, medications) with evidence-informed complementary therapies. It is not an alternative to conventional medicine—it works alongside it.
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Common conditions include:
Arthritis and mobility issues
Chronic pain
Allergies and skin conditions
Gastrointestinal disorders
Anxiety and behavioral concerns
Chronic kidney or liver disease
Cancer support and palliative care
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Yes. We provide full-service veterinary care, including exams, diagnostics, surgery, dental care, vaccinations, and preventive medicine.
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Yes. Veterinary acupuncture is very safe when performed by trained professionals. Most pets tolerate it well and many find it relaxing.
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Not necessarily. Some patients benefit from reduced medication use over time, while others use integrative therapies alongside prescription treatments. We create personalized care plans.
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Please bring:
Previous medical records
Current medications or supplements
Diet information
Any recent lab results
They can also be emailed to info@cawlmvet.com
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Most adult pets should be examined annually. Senior pets and those with chronic conditions may benefit from exams every 6 months.
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Yes, we do, but availability varies. Please call us as soon as possible for urgent needs.
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We accept the following:
Major credit cards
Zelle
Venmo
Trupanion DirectPay
We do not accept cash.
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Yes. We offer prescription diets and carefully selected supplements that align with our integrative approach.
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Yes. We carry high-quality veterinary-recommended supplements in-house or through trusted partners.
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Yes! We carry many medications within the facility. We also have an online pharmacy. All third party pharmacy requests will be processed through our online pharmacy.
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Yes, we do. We can help guide, evaluate, and formulate balanced nutritional plans, including fresh or home-prepared options when appropriate.
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No, at this time we do not offer wellness plans.
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Absolutely! Senior pets often benefit greatly from acupuncture, mobility support, nutritional therapy, and pain management strategies.
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Yes, we do. The house call fee is $100. This does not include the physical exam fee. If the appointment is outside of our service area, additional charges will apply for extended driving.
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Yes. We offer bathing, haircuts, nail trims, ear cleaning, and more.
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Absolutely! Grooming services are available for both dogs and cats.
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Yes, for the safety of all pets and staff, current vaccinations are required.
Rabies
Distemper (DHPP for dogs, FVRCP for cats)
Bordetella (for dogs)
Canine influenza, although not required, is strongly recommended.
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Yes. Because we are a veterinary practice, we are uniquely equipped to groom pets with health concerns.
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Yes, we offer comfortable boarding accommodations for both dogs and cats.
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No, but we require up-to-date vaccines prior to boarding.
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Our requirements include:
Rabies
Distemper (DHPP for dogs, FVRCP for cats)
Bordetella (for dogs)
Canine influenza, although not required, is strongly recommended.
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You may bring:
Special food or medications
Comfort items (blanket or small toy)
Bedding, if preferred.
If your pet has a history of eating the bedding and other comfort items, it is not recommended to bring them.
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Yes. As a veterinary facility, we can administer medications and monitor pets with medical needs. This fee is not included in the boarding price.
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Because we are a veterinary hospital, your pet can be examined and treated promptly if needed.
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Don’t worry! We can provide the vaccinations at check-in. A physical exam may be required.
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Absolutely! Food can be provided for an additional fee.
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Yes. We issue health certificates for travel within the United States in accordance with airline and state regulations.
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Yes. We assist with international health certificates, including required exams, vaccines, testing, and USDA endorsement paperwork.
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We recommend contacting us as soon as you know your travel plans—some countries require testing months in advance.
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Requirements vary by country but may include:
Microchip verification
Rabies vaccination certificate
Rabies titer testing
Specific parasite treatments
USDA endorsement
Please visit the Pet Travel resource tab to learn about what you may need in preparation for the visit.
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Yes. Our team stays updated on current regulations and will help ensure compliance.
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Airlines will have varying policies for domestic travel. We strongly recommend a domestic health certificate and contact the airline you will travel with for more information.
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Yes. We provide limited ambulatory equine services focused on preventive care, regulatory testing, select treatments, and integrative therapies.
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Yes. We provide on-site services at your barn. A $100 barn/trip fee applies per visit. If the appointment is outside our service area, additional fees will apply.
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Yes. We provide blood collection for Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) testing, commonly known as a Coggins test.
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Results are typically available within several business days, depending on laboratory processing times.
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A current negative Coggins is generally required for:
Boarding facilities
Shows and competitions
Interstate travel
Sales or transfers
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Yes. We administer rabies vaccination in accordance with state guidelines.
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Yes, we do. Please contact us to discuss your horse’s specific needs.
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Yes. We provide health certificates for both in-state and interstate travel.
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We recommend scheduling at least 1–2 weeks before travel to allow time for any required testing.
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We can assess and treat minor lacerations, abrasions, and superficial wounds. We will advise if referral to a surgical or specialty facility is necessary.
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Acupuncture may benefit horses with:
Back or neck pain
Lameness and arthritis
Muscle soreness
Performance issues
Recovery from injury
Stress or tension