Partnership
At Longevity Veterinary Center, we are proud to partner with Ardent Animal Health to bring cutting-edge regenerative medicine to our patients. This advanced, science-backed approach uses your pet's own cells to reduce pain, accelerate healing, and restore healthy function.
We currently offer Cell Therapy, Proactive Cell Banking, and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy. Regenerative medicine works with the body's natural healing systems, without drugs or steroids, resulting in a low risk of side effects and strong clinical outcomes.
What is Cell Therapy?
Ardent Cell Therapy uses a small sample of your pet's fat tissue to isolate a powerful population of regenerative cells known as the stromal vascular fraction (SVF), which is rich in mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs).
These cells help support healing at a root-cause level by reducing inflammation, improving tissue repair, and supporting healthier joint structures. Once processed and activated, these cells are administered directly to the areas that need support.
This autologous therapy is natural, well-tolerated, and widely considered a gold-standard option for several conditions.
Why Pet Owners Choose Cell Therapy
- Uses your pet's own regenerative cells
- Drug-free treatment option
- Minimally invasive procedure
- Low risk of adverse reactions
- Supports long-term healing
- May help reduce the need for surgery
How Cell Therapy Helps
- ✓ Reduce inflammation within the joint
- ✓ Improve comfort and mobility
- ✓ Support cartilage and soft-tissue repair
- ✓ Enhance joint lubrication
- ✓ Slow progression of degenerative joint disease
- ✓ Reduce surgical need
- ✓ Improve post-operative recovery
- ✓ Strengthen overall joint health and stability
Many pets experience improved movement, increased activity levels, and a better quality of life to enjoy that invaluable time with the ones they love most.
Who Can Benefit from Cell Therapy?
- Declining mobility
- Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
- Hip or elbow dysplasia
- Soft-tissue injuries
- Chronic joint inflammation
- Age-related mobility concerns
- Post-surgical recovery
- Joint-space deterioration or instability
If your pet's condition is not listed, Cell Therapy may still be a good option. Please contact your veterinarian or the Ardent Animal Health team at 859-885-7111 for guidance.
How the Process Works
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Cells Activated & Prepared
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Targeted Injection Performed
Your veterinarian collects a tiny sample of fat and isolates your pet's most powerful healing cells. Those cells are then placed exactly where the body needs support. Once they're in, they begin calming inflammation, supporting natural repair, and helping pets move more comfortably over the long term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cell therapy, specifically involving the stromal vascular fraction, has been studied in over 100 clinical trials among animals and humans. Studies have demonstrated that this treatment is generally safe for various conditions. Since the cells are completely autologous, meaning they come from your pet, the chance of an adverse reaction is very low.
Yes. A short anesthesia is required to collect the fat sample and is ideally performed during another procedure when your pet is already sedated, such as a spay or neuter. If tissue has already been collected for future use, no additional anesthesia is needed for collection. Injections are typically performed with mild sedation depending on the treatment area.
Results vary from pet to pet. Some pets may show improvement in as little as 14 days, while others may take several weeks. Many pets continue to improve over time. Taking before-and-after videos can help you notice those positive changes.
Coverage varies by provider and policy. Pet owners should check with their insurance company or submit a claim for review. Regenerative therapies are increasingly being recognized by insurance providers.
Yes. Cell Therapy often works well alongside PRP therapy, rehabilitation, physical therapy, and post-surgical recovery plans. Your veterinarian can recommend the best treatment protocol based on your pet's needs.
Ready to Learn More?
Talk to your veterinarian today or contact Ardent Animal Health at 859-885-7111 to find out if Cell Therapy may be right for your pet.
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