Animal Healing Center
1228 Vega St, San Diego, CA 92110
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About Animal Healing Center
Animal Healing Center is a veterinary practice in San Diego, CA that lists acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, chiropractic care and pain management for dogs and cats.
Animal Healing Center is a fully holistic and complementary veterinary center in San Diego — not a general practice hospital. Clients typically use the center alongside their primary veterinarian rather than as a sole provider of care.
The center uses Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), thermal scanning, and gut microbiome assessment as part of its diagnostic process. Acupuncture, herbal therapy, homeopathy, chiropractic, and massage are offered as an integrated whole-pet approach rather than as isolated services.
This makes the center particularly relevant for cases where conventional diagnostics have reached a dead end, for pets managing chronic disease, and for owners looking to reduce reliance on pharmaceuticals when possible.
Services listed by the practice
- Veterinary AcupunctureTCVM-style needling for pain and chronic conditions.
- Chiropractic CareSpinal and joint alignment for mobility.
- Chinese Herbal MedicineCustom herbal formulas.
- HomeopathyComplementary homeopathic support.
- Nutritional TherapyDiet planning for chronic conditions.
- Massage TherapyHands-on soft tissue and mobility work.
- Thermal ScanningUsed as part of the diagnostic evaluation.
- Gut Microbiome AssessmentDiagnostic tool for chronic conditions.
Before you book
- Fees: Fees are set by the practice. Ask what the first visit costs and how many sessions are usually suggested.
- Referral and records: Ask whether the practice needs your regular veterinarian to refer you or send your pet’s records.
- Insurance: Ask your pet insurance provider whether acupuncture is covered. See our pet insurance guide.
- What to bring: your pet’s records, current medications and a list of questions.
Animals treated
- Dogs
- Cats
Areas of care
Areas the practice lists on its website:
- Chronic Disease
- Cancer Support
- Unexplained Skin / Paw Irritation
- Seizure Management
- Arthritis
- Chronic Pain
Conditions such as cancer support, seizure management need a veterinary diagnosis and monitoring. Acupuncture does not replace them.
Read our condition guides to learn more. Acupuncture is used alongside, not instead of, veterinary diagnosis and care. See the Medical Disclaimer.
Practitioner
Dr. Heather Carter
and Dr. Diana Drumm — Holistic medicine specialists.
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Questions about this practice
Where is Animal Healing Center located?
The center is located at 1228 Vega St, San Diego, CA 92110, in the Old Town / Mission Valley area.
Is this a full-service vet hospital?
No. Animal Healing Center is a fully holistic/complementary center, not a general practice hospital. Clients typically use it alongside their primary veterinarian.
What makes the approach different?
The center uses Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), thermal scanning, and gut microbiome assessment as part of the diagnostic process, and offers acupuncture, herbal therapy, homeopathy, chiropractic, and massage as an integrated whole-pet approach.
Who practices at the center?
Dr. Heather Carter and Dr. Diana Drumm are holistic medicine specialists. Practitioner availability should be confirmed directly with the clinic.
Does Animal Healing Center offer acupuncture for dogs and cats?
Animal Healing Center lists acupuncture among its services for dogs and cats. Ask the practice who performs the acupuncture, what training they have and whether your animal and its condition are a good fit.
Where is Animal Healing Center?
1228 Vega St, San Diego, CA 92110.
How do I contact the practice?
Call the practice on (619) 276-5900 or its website. PetAcu is a directory and does not take bookings or answer questions about treatment.
What does “Listed” mean?
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