Divergent DVM

07/25/2026

As a veterinarian who spends much of my time evaluating equine movement and performance, I spend a lot of time looking at how horses move—not just whether they're winning ribbons.
Every movement asks something of a horse's body. Some movement patterns allow the spine to lift, the hindquarters to engage, and the joints to move efficiently. Others place more strain on the forehand, limit engagement from behind, and create compensation throughout the body.
My goal isn't to criticize any discipline. Every discipline has trends that can either help or hinder a horse's long-term soundness. Instead, I encourage riders to ask one simple question:
"Is the way my horse is moving something I would want them doing for the next 10 years?"
Healthy biomechanics should promote balance, strength, and longevity—not simply achieve a particular look in the show pen.
Listen Before Lameness™ isn't just about finding pain. It's about recognizing movement patterns before they become problems.
— Dr. Lisa Fox, DVM
Divergent DVM LLC

07/23/2026

Food is more than calories.
It's the raw material your pet uses to build Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids.
Before we ask, "What medication does my pet need?" I also ask, "Does the body have what it needs to heal?"

07/18/2026

🐴 Calling all exhibitors, trainers, and horse show enthusiasts!
One of my goals for this fall and winter is to become involved with more equestrian events throughout Ohio by providing on-site holistic veterinary care and educational opportunities.
If you compete at, organize, or volunteer with a horse show, schooling series, breed show, or equestrian event that you think would be a good fit, I'd love an introduction!
I offer mobile holistic veterinary services, including: ✨ Acupuncture ✨ Spinal manipulation ✨ Laser therapy ✨ TCVM evaluations ✨ Food therapy & herbal recommendations ✨ Rehabilitation guidance
Whether it's a local schooling show, a winter series, a breed show, or a performance event, I'm always happy to explore ways to support exhibitors and their horses.
If you know an event organizer, barn owner, trainer, or show manager who might be interested, please tag them below or send me a message. Some of my best opportunities have come from referrals, and I truly appreciate every introduction!
Thank you for helping me continue to grow Divergent DVM while supporting Ohio's horse community.
Listen Before Lameness™ — Dr. Lisa Fox, Divergent DVM

07/14/2026

🍂 Now Booking Fall & Winter Barn Days & Winter Lunch & Learns! 🐴

It may only be July, but my schedule is already booking into September, so I've officially started planning my fall and winter routes.

As many horses transition to maintenance appointments during the colder months, I begin organizing my winter schedule now so I can continue serving my current clients while welcoming new barns along the way.

I'm also now booking Winter Lunch & Learns—one of my favorite ways to combine education, great conversation, and good food!

Each Lunch & Learn includes:
🐴 A relaxed, interactive discussion on holistic veterinary medicine and how I approach equine cases.
🐴 Two horses receive complete holistic evaluations and treatments (essentially full appointments) while everyone follows along, asks questions, and learns how I assess each horse and develop a treatment plan.
🐴 Demonstrations may include acupuncture, spinal manipulation, laser therapy, TCVM assessment, rehabilitation exercises, food therapy, and more, depending on the individual horses.
🥪 Lunch for 15 catered from Bread & Brew in Wellington, along with tea, coffee, and a few sweet treats, so everyone can relax, learn, and enjoy the afternoon together.

Additional horses may be scheduled for individual appointments following the Lunch & Learn, making it a great opportunity to combine education with a barn day.

If you've been thinking about hosting a Winter Lunch & Learn or would like to get your barn on my fall or winter schedule, now is a great time to reach out before the calendar fills.

I always look forward to spending the quieter winter months helping horse owners better understand their horses while enjoying good food, great conversation, and plenty of questions.

Listen Before Lameness™

— Dr. Lisa Fox, Divergent DVM

07/12/2026

07/09/2026

🐴 I'm excited to be back with Angel Haven Horse Rescue this weekend—this time at the Lewis Road Horse Show!
July 12th Lewis Road in Olmsted Falls.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by my booth at the Carlisle show. I loved meeting new horse owners, catching up with current clients, and answering questions about holistic veterinary care.
I'll be set up again this weekend under the Divergent DVM LLC – Listen Before Lameness™ tent, offering discounted horse show specials for:
🐎 Acupuncture
🐎 Equine spinal manipulation
🐎 Laser therapy
🐎 Aromatherapy
🐎 Herbal consultations
If your horse has finished showing for the day and could use a little post-class recovery—or you've been curious about how holistic veterinary medicine can help—I'd love to meet you!
🎟️ Stop by to enter my season-long drawing for $100 off a future barn visit! If you entered at Carlisle, you're already in the drawing, but I'd still love for you to stop by and say hello.
See you this weekend at Lewis Road! 🧡
EquineWellness

07/02/2026

🐟 THE LONGEVITY FOOD YOUR DOG & CAT SHOULD BE EATING

One of the world’s largest nutrition studies found that women who regularly ate small fish had a 32% lower risk of dying from any cause and a 28% lower risk of dying from cancer over 9 years. Sardines may be small, but they’re one of the most nutrient-dense whole foods you can share with your dog or cat.

Every sardine provides:

• 🧠 Omega-3s (EPA & DHA) to support brain health, heart health, joints, kidneys, skin, and a healthy inflammatory response in dogs and cats.

• ⚡ CoQ10 to help fuel your pet’s mitochondria, the tiny powerhouses that produce energy inside every cell.

• 💪 High-quality protein + leucine to help dogs and cats maintain muscle as they age.

• 🦴 Vitamin D + calcium (especially from the edible bones) to support strong bones and healthy muscles.

• 🛡️ Selenium to support antioxidant defenses and immune health.

🧩 Nutrition researchers also talk about the “food matrix effect”—the idea that whole foods often provide greater benefits than isolated supplements because their nutrients work together naturally.

Serving guide: Feed 1 fresh sardine or 2 canned sardines (packed in water) for every 20 lb (9 kg) of body weight, 2–3 times per week. For cats and small dogs, simply feed a proportionally smaller amount.

🌿 Longevity hack: Top your pet’s sardines with a pinch of fresh parsley, dill, basil, or cilantro. These herbs are rich in polyphenols, natural plant compounds that complement omega-3s and add a wider variety of antioxidants to your pet’s bowl.

Tip: If you choose canned sardines, look for BPA-free cans. BPA is commonly used in can linings to help prevent corrosion, but it can also act as an endocrine disruptor.

06/28/2026

It was a great day at the Angel Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show! Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Divergent DVM LLC tent to say hello, and a special thank you to the Angel Haven team for making me feel so welcome.
I'll be back at the next Angel Haven Horse Rescue Fun Show at Lewis Road in two weeks and will once again be offering discounted horse show specials throughout the day.
If you've been curious about holistic veterinary care, stop by and chat! I offer:
• Acupuncture • Equine spinal manipulation • Laser therapy • Aromatherapy • Herbal consultations
Whether your horse is feeling a little stiff after showing, you're looking to support long-term performance, or you simply have questions, I'd be happy to talk with you.
📍 Stop by the Divergent DVM LLC – Listen Before Lameness™ tent. 🎟️ Be sure to enter for a chance to win $100 off your next barn visit!
I look forward to meeting more of Ohio's horse community at the next show!

If you'd like your horse evaluated at the show, send me a message ahead of time so I can reserve you a time.

06/28/2026

🐴 A huge congratulations to the Angel Haven Horse Rescue Junior/Senior Drill Team and the Boys Drill Team on a fantastic performance during today's intermission! You all did an amazing job!
Thank you to Heidi, Lydia, and the entire Angel Haven Horse Rescue team for welcoming Divergent DVM LLC to your shows and for being so gracious in announcing me throughout the day. It means more than you know, and I'm grateful to be part of such a supportive horse community.
I'll be here for the rest of the show, so if your horse could use a little post-class TLC, stop by the Divergent DVM LLC tent! I'm offering discounted horse show pricing on holistic veterinary services, and don't forget to enter for a chance to win $100 off your next barn visit!
Best of luck to everyone still competing! 🐴🧡