Holistic veterinary medicine since 1991

Care for the whole animal,in a clinic that feels like home.

Janice L. Facinelli, DVM, treats companion animals with homeopathy, acupuncture, veterinary orthopedic manipulation, herbs and nutritional supplements.

  • 4.9 on Google, 33 reviews
  • DVM since 1972
  • 4355 Gray St., serving the Denver metro
Dr. Janice Facinelli sitting outdoors with her border collie
Janice L. Facinelli, DVM

Your first visit, step by step

Plan on 1 to 1.5 hours for the first visit. Here is what to bring and what happens after.

Read more about modalities and the process

  1. Step 1

    What to bring to the initial visit

    • List of all current and past medical problems for the animal
    • Detailed description of current symptoms and behaviors
    • Copies of applicable lab work, x-rays and ultrasound exams
    • List of medications currently being administered
    • List of special diets and nutritional supplements
    • Picture of yourself with the companion animal
  2. Step 2

    What you can expect with the initial office call

    1 to 1.5 hours

    • Discussions of the client’s expectations, our practice philosophy
    • Physical examination
    • Detailed evaluation of past medical history
    • Homeopathic case taking (if using homeopathy)
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine approach (if choosing acupuncture)
    • Client education concerning diet, treatment options and prescriptions
  3. Step 3

    Follow up visits

    Acupuncture and VOM: 15-30 minute visits
    Generally, treatments are given once a week for 3 to 4 weeks, then as needed, perhaps every 2 to 4 weeks.
    Homeopathy: 5-30 minutes
    Follow up consultations, either by phone or in the clinic, are required to evaluate the effectiveness of the remedy.

Book your first visit

Call us to set up an appointment for your companion animal.

All charges and fees are due at time services are rendered. We accept cash, check, Visa and Master Card.

4355 Gray St., Denver, CO 80212

Welcome to Holistic Care for Animals

Holistic is derived from the word whole, and refers to the use of treatment modalities that take into consideration not just physical symptoms, but mental, emotional, environmental and nutritional aspects of a health problem.

Our goal is to honor the relationship between the client and their animal and we are committed to providing the very best health care. Clients are encouraged to become active partners in the decision making during the course of treatment.

At Holistic Care for Animals our experience demonstrates we can help animals return to a state of health using alternatives to conventional medicines. We do this through the use of: homeopathy, acupuncture, veterinary orthopedic manipulation, herbs and nutritional supplements.

Two black-and-white cats and a tabby curled up close together

A Wellness Place

When we were searching for a location for our clinic, we kept in mind how much stress and anxiety animals can develop when visiting unfamiliar surroundings. Our goal was to find a location and building which would give them a sense of feeling “at home”. We hope that when you visit us, you and your companion animal(s), will agree we have met our goal and will immediately feel warm and welcome in our “home” environment.

The clinic, a brick-chimneyed house with a garden, on Gray St.
Our clinic on Gray St.

Your holistic vet

Janice L. Facinelli, DVM

Rocky Mountain Holistic Veterinary Medical Society (Founding Member)

Meet Dr. Facinelli
  1. Education

    DVM, Colorado State University, 1972

  2. Acupuncture Certification

    International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Professional Course, 1989-90

  3. Experience

    Owner, Holistic Care for Animals 1991 to present

  4. Veterinary Orthopedic Manipulation Course

    Certification course, 1999