Napa Valley Holistic Veterinary Services

Napa Valley Holistic Veterinary Services Napa Valley Holistic Veterinary Services provides integrative care for pets and their families in the comfort of their own home.

Napa Valley Holistic Veterinary Services is a house call practice in Napa, CA specializing in holistic veterinary care for dogs and cats. All of the services we provide are performed in your home. The services we provide include acupuncture, herbal medicine, food therapy, cold laser, essential oils, veterinary hospice and in-home euthanasia.

🌳 Linden: A Gentle, Cooling Herb for DogsLinden is a beautiful, heart-centered tree with powerful healing properties, es...
06/05/2026

🌳 Linden: A Gentle, Cooling Herb for Dogs

Linden is a beautiful, heart-centered tree with powerful healing properties, especially during the summer months. 🌿

This cooling herb has traditionally been used to calm anxiety, ease nervous system tension, and gently support the cardiovascular system. It’s also a deeply comforting remedy for grieving dogs, helping them process emotional loss and release stuck grief with tenderness.

Linden makes a lovely, soothing tea your dog can safely enjoy.

🌿 Dr. Kim’s Tea Instructions:
Use 1–2 teaspoons of dried Linden flowers per 8 oz of boiling water
Cover and steep for 15 minutes
Strain using a stainless steel strainer and compost the used herbs

🫖 Dosage:
Give 1/4 cup per 20 lbs of body weight daily, divided into two doses.

⚠️ Please note: Linden is safe for dogs only and should not be given to cats.

Your pet's microbiome is the foundation of their health, influencing digestion, immunity, mood, and even inflammation. 🌿...
05/28/2026

Your pet's microbiome is the foundation of their health, influencing digestion, immunity, mood, and even inflammation. 🌿

The good news? You can support it every single day through food.

Here are a few simple ways to nourish your pet's gut naturally:
🌱 Fiber-rich foods - pumpkin and leafy greens feed beneficial gut bacteria and keep digestion moving smoothly.

🥛 Fermented foods - small amounts of plain kefir, yogurt (if tolerated), or pet-safe fermented veggies can introduce beneficial bacteria to the gut.

🫐 Polyphenol-rich plants - blue berries help reduce inflammation and support a diverse, thriving microbiome.

🍽️ Variety in the diet - a diverse diet equals a diverse microbiome. Even small rotations in what you feed can make a meaningful difference.

✅ Quality matters - whole, organic, minimally processed foods support the gut in ways that heavily processed diets simply can't.

If your dog can't stop itching, the answer might be more than skin deep. 🐾Allergies are one of the most common causes of...
05/20/2026

If your dog can't stop itching, the answer might be more than skin deep. 🐾

Allergies are one of the most common causes of chronic itchy skin in dogs and the triggers might surprise you. Environmental allergens like pollen, grass, and dust mites are frequent culprits, as are food sensitivities to common proteins like chicken, beef, and dairy. Even everyday household products and flea saliva can set off a reaction in sensitive dogs.

From a holistic perspective, addressing allergies means looking at the whole picture, not just the itch. That includes in-depth allergy testing to identify the true root cause, supporting the immune system, transitioning to a fresh whole foods low-allergenic diet, and incorporating anti-inflammatory herbs to help the body heal from the inside out.

🌿 Without knowing what your pet is actually reacting to, treatment is really just guesswork, which is why testing is such an important first step.
Your dog doesn't have to just live with it.

💛 Dr. Kim is carrying her passion for holistic allergy care into her new telehealth practice, now available to pet parents throughout California. Follow her on Instagram .kimschmidt to learn more.

Dandelion leaf is one of spring's most underrated gifts for pet health!Here's why we love it:🌿 Gentle detoxification: d...
05/12/2026

Dandelion leaf is one of spring's most underrated gifts for pet health!

Here's why we love it:

🌿 Gentle detoxification: dandelion leaf supports the kidneys in flushing waste and toxins from the body, making it a wonderful spring cleanse for your dog after a long winter
💪 Nutrient dense: packed with vitamins A, C, and K, plus calcium, iron, and potassium
🛡️ Antioxidant rich: helps protect cells from oxidative damage and supports overall immune health
🌱 Digestive support: the prebiotic fiber in dandelion leaf feeds beneficial gut bacteria and promotes healthy digestion

One simple way to offer Dandelion to your dog is by gentling steaming the leaves and adding a small amount to their food.

⚠️ The most important thing, make sure any dandelion you use is certified organic and pesticide-free. Never harvest from lawns that have been treated with herbicides or chemicals.

As always, check with your holistic vet before introducing new herbs, especially if your dog is on any medications. 🌿

05/06/2026

Your pet's holistic vet is now just a Zoom call away. 💻🌿

Dr. Kim's telehealth visits are more than a video call, they include real-time observation, a Chinese medicine personality profile, and a fully customized treatment plan for your pet.

Chronic issues. Preventative care. Allergies. All from the comfort of home.

Available anywhere in California. 📍
Book with .kimschmidt

04/28/2026

🌿 Spring is a time to support the liver and nervous system.

In this video, Dr. Kim shares a few of her favorite seasonal herbs, straight from the garden.

🌿 Feeding with the seasons is a core principle in veterinary food therapy.As the environment shifts, so do a pet’s nutri...
04/23/2026

🌿 Feeding with the seasons is a core principle in veterinary food therapy.

As the environment shifts, so do a pet’s nutritional needs. In Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, spring is the season of the Wood Element, associated with the Liver and Gallbladder.

This is a time to support the body with foods that are lighter, green, and gently cooling in nature.

When appropriate, spring feeding may include:
• Proteins such as rabbit, duck, turkey, and whitefish
• Small amounts of lightly cooked leafy greens like kale, spinach, or dandelion greens
• Functional additions such as spirulina

These foods are selected and prepared intentionally, based on the individual pet and their overall balance.

Please note the foods featured in this post are for dogs. Please consult your vet about what seasonal foods are suitable for cats.

04/22/2026

I’m not going anywhere!

Just creating MORE for you over on Instagram .kimschmidt 🌿

If you want more behind-the-scenes of my farm + more consistent tips on natural pet care, herbs, nutrition and allergies…come join me there!

04/14/2026

🌿 As spring brings more time outside, many pets experience minor scrapes, bites, and skin irritation. 🐾

🌼 Calendula is a gentle, supportive herb we often turn to for soothing and restoring the skin.

In this video, we’ll show you how to make a simple calendula rinse you can use at home. 💧✨

Spring in Northern California brings beautiful green hills… and an increase in ticks.With recent rainfall and warm tempe...
04/10/2026

Spring in Northern California brings beautiful green hills… and an increase in ticks.

With recent rainfall and warm temperatures, tick populations can rise significantly. In areas like Marin County, infection rates for Lyme disease can be as high as 30%.

A few simple ways to reduce risk for your pet:
• Stay in the center of trails and avoid brushy or wooded areas
• Check your dog daily, especially after hikes (ears, between toes, under legs)
• Regular grooming and bathing can help you catch ticks early
• Use a tick prevention strategy that fits your dog’s lifestyle

There are a number of tick repellents available. Dr. Kim often recommends Evict RTU applied before hikes. For dogs who are very active or frequently in high-risk areas, stronger (including conventional) repellents may be appropriate.

If you find a tick, remove it carefully, and consider saving it. Ticks can be tested for diseases like Lyme through local labs.

In Napa County, tick testing is available through the Napa County Water & Tick Testing Lab:
📞 707-784-4410

A few small habit changes can go a long way in protecting your pet.

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Napa, CA
94559

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Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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(707) 535-9979

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