Bear Creek Veterinary Alternatives
Welcome to Bear Creek. Our philosophy is rooted in the ancient belief that all things are interconnected including our physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health and that of our animal companions.
Our holistic approach to veterinary care combines 22 years of conventional medicine practice along with emergency care experience, and holistic medicine including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture, homeopathic, nutrition, and other treatment modalities.
As a holistic practice we respect your financial health. We keep our prices reasonable and maintain our excellent standard of compassionate care for your animals. Please have the same respect for our time and give 24-hours notice if you need to cancel your appointment. Many of the animals we treat are critically ill and we typically schedule 1 to 1½ hours of the doctor’s time for initial appointments. We appreciate your consideration.
Our deep love of nature is reflected in the web site and we hope you will enjoy the photos from our travels and the news, articles, and classes we provide for your education.
Voted Favorite Holistic Veterinarian by Sarasota Pet and Natural Awakenings readers.
Bear Creek is now offering dental cleanings without anesthesia for animals that are pre-screened, suitable candidates. Older or chronically ill animals are particularly suited for this procedure as they are always at risk when undergoing anesthesia. Please call to schedule an exam.
June Seminars
June 3 – 1:30-3 p.m. – "Essential Oils for Pets" – Learn how you can use these therapeutic grade oils & healing techniques for your own pet. Essential oils are powerful plant essences used for relieving anxiety, pain & promoting healing. Sherry Zendel is certified in Healing Touch for Animals™ and in the use of Essential Oils through veterinarian Dr. Shelton. Free.
June 10 – 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. "Sustain Yourself" – workshop with James Wanless, Ph.D. creator of the best-selling Voyager Tarot Deck. (Card decks can be purchased at Elysian Fields and are recommended.)
Wanless says "This workshop is designed to help you get out of your human mindset and explore your nature with Nature, get in touch with your animal-self and learn how to use the cards for communicating with your own nature, with your pets, and with the natural environment."
Using the new, colorful Sustain Yourself Cards, the workshop invites you to adventure into your genetic history. We are an inextricable part of nature connected to the elements, minerals, plants and especially the animals.
The rich symbolism of the 101 eco-principle cards will open your awareness and alter your ordinary state of conscious to allow you to re-enter the natural world from which we are so often disconnected. This process is insightful, inspiring and healing. It will revitalize your relationship with the natural world. And it's fun! The cost is $30 in advance and $35 at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
June 17 – 1:30 - 3 p.m. – "Intro to Reiki Healing" – Reiki is well known for helping to reduce pain and promote recovery from injuries, illness and disease. Reiki can help to maintain a state of inner balance and wellness on all levels of the mind, body, spirit, and emotions. Learn how to keep yourself in balance and thereby help your pet. Gail Condrick will lead a focused awareness meditation. Cost is $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
June 24 – 12:15 – 4:45 p.m. – "Chakra Digital Imaging for People & Pets" – Join Suzanne Baden for an amazing imaging session for you and your pet. Suzanne is a licensed massage therapist and Energy Practitioner, who has been practicing energy work and stone healing since 1998. Her love of nature’s healing stones and her intuitive ability to use them for the benefit of others has made her an expert in her field as well as a teacher and healer. Her certifications also include Reiki, Integrative Energy Therapy, and Sound healing. Call for appointments. The cost is $30 in advance and $35 at the door.
Please call to register 941-312-6825 Space is limited.
