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Dr. Karmen Couret

Was born in New York City in 1966. She grew up in midtown Manhattan and graduated from Hunter College High School in 1984. She stayed in New York to do her undergraduate work at Columbia College of Columbia University, majoring in biology and German literature, graduating in 1988. She earned her Veterinary degree in 1992 from Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Couret’s interest in alternative medicine began in 1999 after a battle against cancer with her own dog.
She took the IVAS acupuncture course and was certified in 2002. She took the Healing Oasis chiropractic course and was certified in 2002 as well. She is a member of IVAS, AAVA and the AVCA. In addition she has completed over 500 hours of training in Chinese herbal medicine. Her interests include many different complementary medical modalities including Homeopathy and Physical Therapy.
Dr. Couret currently resides in Litchfield Connecticut with her husband Michael and son Pierce. Her furry family includes their English Pointers Cole and Tristan and orange tiger cat Harry. She enjoys Aikido, horse back riding and scuba diving.

Services for small animals

Acupuncture

Recommended link for info on this treatment:
The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
www.ahvma.org
Common Indications:
Arthritis (joint, spinal)
Soft tissue injuries (sprains, strains)
Spinal cord disorders including disc disease
Chronic digestive disorders
Seizures
Pain and nausea related to cancer

Chiropractic

Recommended link for info on this treatment:
The International Veterinary Chiropractic Association
ivca.de
Common Indications:
Arthritis
Pain (neck, back, leg)
Disc disease
Bowel and bladder incontinence
Enhanced athletic performance
Improved conformation

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Recommended link for info on this treatment:
College of Integrated Veterinary Therapies
www.civtedu.org
Common Indications:
Epilepsy
Chronic kidney failure
Allergic skin disease
Inflammatory bowel disease
Behavioral disorders
Cancer

Client Reviews

Just Amazing

April 15, 2024

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Couret! Over many years I have taken two of my girls to Dr. Couret. My very large lab blew a disk at five years old. This injury led to arthritis and general back discomfort. Acupuncture and chiropractic care gave her much appreciated relief. I am now taking my 12 year old giant schnauzer for care. At her first visit Dr. Couret fixed multiple issues with her spine, sacrum and pelvis. She also suggested herbal remedies for arthritis. I am so grateful for the care and compassion Dr. Couret has given my fur babies

Dawn Adams

Great Pet Care

September 28, 2020

Karen has always treated my pups with the best care. She is passionate about what she does and makes both animals and human feel comfotable.

Jane

Grateful

April 1, 2020

Dr. Couret has done amazing work with my Roxy. Roxy just turned 15 years old. Dr Couret has helped he with mobility problems and fecal incontinence. Her chiropractic adjustments and acupuncture has helped give my girl some really good quality days. We are able to go for short walks. Dr Couret has even loaned me a Help Em up harness that has been a god sent! I am grateful for her gifted hands and the comfort that she brings to Roxy

Alice Pistritto

Amazing Diagnostic Ability

October 7, 2019

Dr. Couret has worked on 6 of my Shetland Sheepdogs, doing both chiropratic and acupuncture....one for seizures, one for hip displaysia, and four for overall balance and performance in the show ring. She can put her hands on a dog and tell you what the problem is. When my young puppy had hip problems, my mainstream vet sent me to Dr. Couret. Because of her care and advice, we were able to have the needed surgery on her hips early enough to cresult in complete mobiility. Dr. Couret is wonderful to deal with and my dogs love her too. That's the best recommendation I can give!

Ann Compton

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    Schedule

    Dr. Couret is available at four different locations in Connecticut.
    To schedule an appointment please call the desired location and they can book one for you.
    Every other Monday. 9:00am – 4:00pm
    Maple Ridge Animal Clinic
    730B Main Street South
    Southbury, CT 06488
    203-262-0595
    www.mapleridgeanimalclinic.com
    Tuesdays & Fridays. 12:00pm – 5:30pm
    Litchfield Pet Supply
    583 Bantam Rd
    Bantam, CT 06750
    860-567-7737
    litchfieldpetsupply.com
    Wednesdays. 9:00am – 5:00pm
    Stone Veterinary Hospital
    51 Depot St
    Watertown, CT 06795
    860-945-9339
    www.stonevet.com
    One Saturday a month. 12:00pm – 5:30pm
    Canine Sports Center
    416 Old Middle St
    Goshen, CT 06756
    860-491-3904
    www.caninesportscenter.com
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