Nancy Saxe Nancy Saxe - Volunteer Veterinarian Nancy Saxe, D.V.M., has been an invaluable asset to the Center, donating time, expertise and surgery when needed. She graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Ohio State University and moved to Florida to work for several veterinary practices before establishing Lantana Animal Hospital in Lantana, FL, in 1980. After selling her thirty-year-old practice in Lantana, Nancy established Saxe Veterinary Services, P.A., in 2009. She now offers mobile veterinary service and will treat your pet at your home or, if needed, at her home.

Marcia Froehlig sits in her bayside Key Largo home holding her pet still as veterinarian Nancy Saxe begins placing needles into Sabby. Saxe, who is also certified by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, said her treatment avoids irritating internal organs. That's something her clients consider when choosing whether or not to pursue surgery, she said. Saxe, though, isn't anti-traditional medicine. When necessary, she can also take out the knife and perform minor surgeries. For more serious operations, she recommends local veterinarians. Since she is mobile only, her service can be ideal for cat owners. "Some people cannot get their cats in cat carriers," she said. Saxe also comes to homes to put down animals when it's easier for the owner. Saxe even treats birds with acupuncture when volunteering at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center. Birds are treated with aquapressure therapy. Saxe said she inserts a needle into the bird that injects vitamin B12, and quickly removes the needle. Saxe, who began practicing acupuncture in 1990, says she requires a one-hour examination and physical with each new patient before beginning treatment. "I don't just show up and start sticking them with needles," she said. To reach Saxe at her office, those interested may call (561) 818-2598.