Center for Integrative Animal Medicine

08/24/2026

Meet Dr. President Yamate!

Meet AHVMF President Dr. Madeline Yamate: A leader in the global advancement of integrative veterinary medicine.

With a background spanning biology, marketing, and advanced veterinary degrees, Dr. Yamate brings a wealth of expertise in acupuncture, Chinese herbology, and food therapy to our foundation. Her dedication to teaching and researching humane, effective therapies ensures that the AHVMF stays at the forefront of modern animal care.

05/28/2026

Dr. Yamate takes concierge veterinary care to a whole new level. When yesterday’s downpour rolled in, our 17‑year‑old acupuncture patient took her rightful place in the center of the umbrella while her mom and Dr. Yamate squeezed in around her. Priorities: correct.

05/21/2026

A rare gathering of Cardigan Welsh Corgis

02/15/2026

Who’s your valentine ?

02/06/2026

There's a canine longevity conference in San Diego Oct 10-11 and I'll be speaking on one of my favorite subjects, GERIATRIC DOGS!!! The 4th Annual Feed Real Summit will cover practical paths to canine longevity and is appropriate for veterinary professionals and the general public alike (ok, actually more like dog lovers. If you aren't obsessed with dogs, maybe this isn't the place for you 😜).
This will be the first time I will be speaking at a conference that is not vet exclusive so I'd love to see my peeps out there. For my holistic vet friends, it will be several days after the AHVMA conference (also in San Diego) so we can hang out and enjoy some down time in gorgeous San Diego and earn some extra CEs (the summit is RACE approved). The price of admission includes breakfast and lunch, hands on workshops such as how to help your clients make fresh food at home, how to make herbal tinctures and more! If you are into medicinal mushrooms, Lee Carroll Herbalist (one of my mentors) will be leading a workshop on making mushroom treats for your furry companions.
Last year's summit was featured in the Wall Street Journal so they're stirring up interest and gaining traction. Check out their website at https://www.feedreal.com/summit
Pic below is of Kamali & my client (now dear friend) Debby Rochlin Liberman. Kamali was over 13 yo here and had survived almost 9 years post diagnosis of high grade GI lymphoma. Geriatric dogs rock!

01/30/2026

Remember the days when people dressed up for air travel? Well, Dylan established a higher fashion standard for vet visits as he entered wearing a custom fitted, hand knit cashmere sweater that seamlessly flowed with his own elegant coat. Yes, he is ALL THAT!

01/14/2026

I think we had a SECRET SHOPPER come by. Paws crossed we get a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review!!

12/25/2025

We have THE MOST appreciative clients, we really do. Our table was filled with yummy treats and heartfelt wishes. It’s an honor to be entrusted with the care of your MVPs (most valuable pets). Happy Holidays!