Dr. Aja Senestraro

Aja Senestraro, DVM

Holistic Veterinarian

Education & Trainings

Dr. Senestraro received her veterinary degree from Washington State University where she graduated ranked in the top 5 in her class. She has also completed advanced training programs at the Chi Institute of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic and at University of Tennessee. She also has an undergraduate degree in Sociocultural Anthropology.

Dr. Senestraro's professional certifications include: CVA (Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist), CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner), CVTP (Certified Veterinary Tui-Na Practitioner), CMTPT (Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist), CAC-IVCA (Certified Animal Chiropractor- International Veterinary Chiropractic Association)

Activity & Honors

Dr. Senestraro is involved in public service and regulation of the veterinary profession serving on her state regulatory board as well at the national level.

Professional Memberships

AARV (American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians)
AAFP (American Association of Feline Practitioners)
AHVMA (American Holistic Veterinary Medicine Association)
IAAHPC (International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care)
IVAPM (International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management)

Dr. Aja Senestraro is a holistic veterinarian based in Seattle, Washington.

As the founder of Sea to Sky Holistic Vet she is privileged to help pets and pet parents in the comfort of their homes providing integrative house call veterinary services. Dr. Senestraro also serves as an expert witness, veterinary consultant, and a mentor and educator for other veterinary professionals.

She loves sharing her veterinary knowledge and expertise with pet parents so they can help their pets stay happy and healthy!

Recent Articles

False Pregnancy in Dogs

Aja Senestraro, DVM

What Is False Pregnancy in Dogs? False pregnancy in dogs is also called pseudopregnancy or pseudocyesis. This condition can occur in unspayed female dogs because of normal changes in hormone levels. These...

Chagas Disease in Dogs (Kissing Bug Disease)

Aja Senestraro, DVM

What Is Chagas Disease in Dogs? Chagas disease is also known as “Kissing Bug Disease” or “American Trypanosomiasis.” It’s caused by a blood parasite called Trypanosoma cruzi, which is transmitted by kissing...

How to Get Rid of Fleas on Kittens

Aja Senestraro, DVM

Fleas can make kittens itchy, spread disease, and—if they’re really severe—even cause serious blood loss (anemia) and illness. Some methods for getting fleas off pets, such as using a flea comb and bathing...

How to Get Rid of Fleas in the Yard

Aja Senestraro, DVM

Fleas can be a serious problem. They can cause itching and allergic reactions, transmit diseases, and if they’re really severe, cause serious blood loss and illness. You should do your best to keep your...

Dog Blood Types and Dog Blood Donation

Aja Senestraro, DVM

Is there really such thing as a blood transfusion for dogs? Yes, dogs suffering from severe blood loss or blood diseases can receive blood transfusions from another healthy dog to help them recover. But...

How To Tell If a Dog Is in Pain and What You Can Do To Help

Aja Senestraro, DVM

No pet parent wants their dog to be in pain. But because they instinctively try to hide their pain and they can’t tell us when they are hurting, it’s up to us to recognize the subtle signs and to get them...