Mandala Integrative Veterinary Care

A specialty veterinary clinic in the mountains of Boulder County, Colorado

Dr. Kelly Keeney is an integrative veterinarian whose lifelong relationship with dogs, cats, horses and the natural world has quietly shaped every step of her journey and continues to guide her work today. Rooted in deep respect for the wisdom of animals and the land, her path as a holistic veterinarian has unfolded from these early connections, leading her to a vocation that honors both science and spirit. As a steward of the beings in her care, she holds space for profound healing, listening closely not only to the physical body but also to the emotional and energetic stories that each animal carries. Together with her partner, she extends this heartfelt presence to the humans who come to the ranch, offering an intimate, safe, and sacred space where animals, people, and place are all part of the healing conversation.

Our clinic is a quiet, integrative specialty practice where each appointment is intentional, spacious, and tailored to the unique needs of every animal and their family. Working by appointment only, we focus on deeper, whole‑being care rather than urgent or emergency services, ensuring that each patient has the time, attention, and calm environment they deserve. Dr. K weaves Chinese medicine, acupuncture, osteopathy, laser therapy, herbal prescriptions and recommendations, and thoughtful dietary consults into individualized care plans that support the body’s natural capacity to heal. In this soft, heart‑centered setting, we partner with you to create a path of wellness that honors your animal’s physical health, emotional balance, and energetic harmony.

• Doctorate Veterinary Medicine - Colorado State University

• Chi Institute Certified in Veterinary Acupuncture

• Graduate Diploma of Western Herbal Medicine

• Certified in Veterinary Chinese Herbal Medicine

• IVCA Certified in Animal Chiropractic

Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine

TCVM is often viewed as a form of complementary therapy and is best when used in conjunction with Western Veterinary Medicine (WVM). Both TCVM and WVM have their own strengths and weaknesses. TCVM is a holistic approach that is suited to assessing the well-being of the whole patient, and treatments are generally non-invasive with few side effects. However, TCVM lacks the tools necessary to pinpoint illness to specific disease-causing agents like pathogenic bacteria or viruses, and treatments are better suited for chronic conditions than acute ones. On the other hand, WVM utilizes the tools of modern science to diagnose disease with great precision, and Western drugs and procedures are powerful and fast-acting. However, its insistence on detailed diagnosis may come at the expense of getting the larger picture. Furthermore, while modern medicine can perform miracles for trauma and acute injuries, it has little to offer chronic conditions like liver failure and atopy which can be treated effectively with acupuncture and herbal medicine. In many ways, TCVM and WVM each has what the other lacks. Thus, the best medical system involves the integration of the two systems, so that the strengths of one can compensate for the weaknesses of the other.

Chinese and Western Veterinary Herbal Medicine

Dr. Keeney is passionate about herbal medicine and believes wholeheartedly in partnering with these amazing plants to bring sophisticated and potent healing to her patients. She has a graduate diploma in Western Veterinary Herbal Medicine along with her certification in Chineses Veterinary herbal medicine .

Animal Chiropractic and Osteopathy

Animal chiropractic supports the body’s natural healing ability by ensuring the spine and nervous system are functioning optimally. It is focused on the health of the neuro-musculo-skeletal system—the spine, joints, muscles, and nerves that support movement and communication throughout the body. It enhances mobility, reduces pain, and improves quality of life—making it a valuable tool for both injured animals and healthy pets. Dr. Keeney is trained and IVCA certified in Animal Chiropractic and brings her very gentle approach to this healing modality by using non forceful adjustments in partnership with the individual. After completing her extensive training in Animal Chiropractic she expanded her more structural body care to include broader training in osteopathy. seeking preventative care.

Laser Therapy

This modern, non-invasive technology uses focused light energy to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and ease discomfort. Laser therapy can be an ideal adjunct to both Western and holistic treatment plans—accelerating recovery and improving quality of life for pets of all ages.

Dietary Consultations/Food Therapy

The healing power of food is a huge part of Dr. K’s practice philosophy. Food therapy is one of the four major branches of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM). Diet plans can be tailored to individual patients based on their constitution, age, species, geographical location, and current disharmony or disease process. Food ingredients are evaluated for the individual based on their energetic properties, which include both thermal energetic property and taste.