WHY HOLISTIC MEDICINE? Because your pet matters.
by Dr. Judy Morgan, Churchtown Veterinary Associates

When we tell a new client about our practice, one of the first questions we hear is commonly: “What exactly is Holistic Medicine?” While it can be applied to a wide variety of things, it’s simplest to look at the root word “whole.” Holistic medicine treats the whole of the patient’s mind, body and soul. Around the world this philosophy has been applied to preventative medicine quite commonly and is finally crossing into the western world. Why is it becoming so popular? Simply put, it’s safe, it’s natural and it works.

We all love our pets. They’re part of the family and we try our best to treat them accordingly. We shower them with affection, treats, beds, toys, and their favorite, table food. When we go on vacation we board them in kennels that cost more than our children’s college fund. We really try our best to pamper them.

But some people think that all veterinary experiences are the same. A doctor only needs to be good at knowing what’s wrong with the pet and diagnosing ailments when they come up. Other than that, an office visit consists of the vet freshening up a laundry list of booster shots and sending them packing for the next year.

Holistic medicine is different. Each animal is an individual whose needs are to be catered to personally, on a case by case basis. Most problems can be avoided by formulating a unique care plan for each animal. It is really simpler than it sounds; if you would do it for yourself, then you should do it for your pets. Just like people; diet, mental health, wellness and avoiding unnecessary chemicals and toxins are key to living a long and fulfilling life.

Holistic veterinarians offer many of the same treatments alternative physicians do. If you have back problems and go to a chiropractor, why isn’t your dachshund going to one also? If you’ve got persistent stomach cramps and need to see a nutritionist, why isn’t your Persian cat seeing one too? In conclusion, getting back to a more natural care plan for your pet that includes a focus on alleviating stress and maintaining a well balanced diet not only can save you money in vet bill, but may also save the life of a family member. We know you want to go the extra mile.

About Dr. Judy Morgan

Dr. Judy Morgan has been operating the Clayton Veterinary Associates, located in Clayton, New Jersey, since 1993. Starting in October of 2010, Dr. Morgan will begin practicing in Pennsville, NJ at her second clinic Churchtown Veterinary Associates. She is a 1984 graduate of the University Of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine and more recently, the Chi Institute of Veterinary Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Along with performing acupuncture, she has also been practicing Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation, a form of veterinary chiropractic, on dogs, cats, and horses for over a decade.

Churchtown Veterinary Associates is a full service animal hospital offering 5 days and 3 nights of appointment availability. Beginning in October, they will offer a unique blend of traditional Western medicine with the option of Eastern therapies to achieve a more natural and holistic method of treating their patients.  Their ability to utilize both kinds of treatment offers clients the best of both worlds. 

Dr. Judy Morgan operates the new Churchtown Veterinary Associates, located in Pennsville, New Jersey. To learn more about their integrated holistic, alternative and traditional approach to veterinary medicine visit www.claytonvetnj.com or call (856) 678-3883.