The main focus of Four Paws Wellness Center is to provide excellent veterinary care to dogs and cats in a unique and integrative medicine setting.

Four Paws Wellness Center (FPWC ) is a small animal clinic in Bend, Oregon, owned and operated by Steve Blauvelt, DVM- Dogwan Alternatives, Inc.   

Since opening in May, 2013, FPWC has had a 'seamless' and stable transition from Dr Blauvelt's 6 year association with Sage Veterinary Alternatives, also of Bend, Oregon. 

Our Clinic provides the following to make you and your pet's experience an enjoyable one:

• Controlled independent ambient sound for a calming atmosphere in the surgery, recovery, exam and acupuncture/massage rooms

• Non slip flooring for pet safety

• Relaxing / Calming Essential Oil infusion

In addition, Four Paws Wellness Center makes use of laser therapy options, diagnostic blood pressure equipment, acupuncture-enhanced surgical recovery, and medicinal cannabis therapy. FPWC is a relatively small, non-mainstream, veterinary clinic in one of the most pet-friendly communities of the world. Additional services provided will only enhance the long term success of this practice, and improve the quality of life of its patients. 

Dr. Steve Blauvelt

Dr. Steve Blauvelt has practiced small animal veterinary medicine for over 25 years, since graduating from Oregon State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987. His undergraduate studies were completed at Humboldt State University, earning a B.A. degree in Zoology in 1981. Originally a native of Southern California, he has called Oregon home for over 30 years. 

Focusing on the health care of dogs and cats, Dr. Blauvelt's main focus in practice is to integrate the ancient wisdom of eastern medicine with the strengths of modern western medicine, providing a more balanced and unique veterinary option for Central Oregon pet owners and their companions. 

In 2002-2003, Dr. Blauvelt completed a continuing education course in veterinary acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. A working knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine using acupuncture and Chinese herbals has significantly enhanced his practice of veterinary medicine. 

'Dr. Steve' enjoys the Bend, Oregon area lifestyle with his wife, two children, two dogs( Maya and Clover), one cat (Elvira), and two backyard chickens (Pearl and Grayson). In his leisure time, he enjoys fly fishing, long walks with his dogs, x-c skiing and family holiday gatherings.

Tammy 

Tammy has been with Four Paws Wellness Center since the beginning in May of 2013. She manages the front office, pharmacy and assists with patient procedures in the clinic. 

Tammy is married has two grown children, 5 grandchildren, 3 pooches, 2 cats and a guinea pig! When not in the office she enjoys camping, reading, gardening and family time..