Integrative Veterinary Medicine

What is Integrative Veterinary Medicine?
Integrative Veterinary Medicine combines the best of western or "conventional" therapies with alternative and complementary therapies. Dr. Hawker is certified in Traditional Chinese Herbal Veterinary Medicine and offers consultations for dogs and cats.
Utilizing Integrative Medicine allows us to address medical issues such as:
  • Behavior Problems
  • Anxiety
  • Digestive Problems
  • Arthritis
  • Urinary Issues
  • Skin and Allergy Conditions
  • Quality of Life and longevity for pets with Cancer
  • Many Other Conditions
Dr. Hawker works with you and your pet to formulate a customized plan based on your pet's condition. Our goal is to maximize quality of life and preserve the bond between you and your pet.
If you are interested in scheduling an integrative medicine consultation with Dr. Hawker, please speak to our reception staff or call 248-363-1508
Our Integrative Medicine Program offers:
  • Chinese Herbs
  • Nutritional Supplements
  • Acupuncture
  • Specialized Diets
Are Chinese Herbs Safe?
  • We only use herbs that are manufactured in the US and Canada
  • These products are routinely tested for purity from metals, toxins, and pesticides to ensure their safety.
  • Traditional Chinese medicine has been utilized for thousands of years.
  • 30% of the Western medicine that we use today are derived from plants or a synthetic version of a plant.
  • Herbal therapies are often utilized when the side effects of Western drugs are unacceptable.
  • Chinese herbs are often safer, less expensive, and can be more effective in treating disease.
Union Lake is also proud to partner with Dr. Matt Januszewski who specializes in Acupuncture, spinal manipulative therapy, herbal and nutrition consultation. You can find our more at his website.