Welcome to The Royal Treatment Veterinary Center
Owned and operated by Dr. Barbara Royal, DVM, The Royal Treatment is both a general as well as a specialty, complementary veterinary practice. We provide traditional veterinary services as well as complementary medicine and rehabilitation, including underwater treadmill therapy, acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, herbal and nutritional consultation, holistic medicine, and chronic care.
Recent News
Leading Service Animal Society Issues Edict Condeming Raw Food. Raw Food Author and Expert Responds, Cites Inaccuracies in Their Position.
Posted on August 12th, 2010
The Delta Society, a leading service animal organization, recently issued an edict that none of their therapy dogs be allowed to eat raw food for fear this poses a health risk to humans petting the service dog. Not true, states Lew Olson, author of Raw and Natural Diets for Dogs who responded to their edict.
The Canine Therapy Corps Associate Board Presents “The Royal Treatment”: A Spa Experience for You and Your Dog
Posted on April 12th, 2010
Thursday, April 15th, 7pm-10pm. Join us for a special night just for humans and dogs! Hosted by Royal Treatment Veterinary Center and Stay, A Modern Dog Hotel, we’ll have special events for dogs and humans alike, including massages and Doga (human and dog yoga), palm and paw readings along with wine and cheese plus chocolate (just for the humans).
Dr. Royal Makes Surprise Appearance on Oprah
Posted on January 29th, 2010
Jan 29, 2010: As a board member of PAWS Chicago as well as Oprah Winfrey’s Chicago veterinarian, Dr. Barbara Royal made an appearance presenting Oprah with her new puppies adopted from PAWS Chicago!
Dr. Royal Featured on New Smithsonian Channel TV Series “Zoo Vets: Claws, Paws and Fins”
Posted on January 27th, 2010
Dr. Royal was interviewed by the Smithsonian Channel and is being featured on their new tv series. Read more here and see a preview including footage of Dr. Royal at the Brookfield Zoo treating a camel with acupuncture, an elephant with laser, and loads of other zoo vets working with fascinating animals.
Dr. Royal Elected to Board of Directors of PAWS Chicago
Posted on December 10th, 2009
Barbara Royal is honored by her election to the PAWS Chicago Board.
