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Holistic Care For Animals

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 32 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(32) 75 low data composite score See reviews on Google
Holistic & Alternative MedicineLow-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Holistic Care For Animals
Services
Holistic & Alternative Medicine, Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Reviews
32

What recent reviews say

Dr. Jan Facinelli runs a holistic veterinary practice in Wheat Ridge that draws strong loyalty from pet owners seeking alternative care. Most reviewers praise her expertise in homeopathy and hands-on approach, though a 2-star review flagged high phone consultation costs and tactless communication when a pet had passed away.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • skilled in holistic medicine
  • compassionate and knowledgeable staff
  • attentive to pet and owner needs
  • treatment transparency during visits
Watch-outs
  • insensitive phone communication
  • high consultation fees
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Best for: Pet owners committed to holistic and alternative medicine approaches.
Think twice if: Phone consultations carry steep fees; ensure communication expectations are clear upfront.

Strengths

  • genuine holistic vet expertise
  • transparent treatment with owners present
  • homeopathy and herbal focus

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Jan Facinelli conducts most assessments and treatments in the same room as the pet owner
  • Office manager Bettina noted for professionalism
  • Treats autoimmune and behavioral conditions via homeopathy
  • Phone consultation charged at $450 for two calls

What reviews say by service

Holistic & Alternative Medicine
Dr. Jan praised for genuine expertise in homeopathy and alternative modalities; one review flagged insensitive phone manner during a pet's death.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.74 average across the 38 holistic & alternative medicine businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 23% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 85
Review volume 66
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 59
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Does Dr. Jan keep owners in the room during treatment?
Yes. Reviewers note she conducts most assessments and treatments with the pet owner present.
What conditions has she treated with homeopathy?
Reviewers mention autoimmune conditions, behavioral issues, and hyperthyroidism among others.
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Last updated 2026-07-07