Dr. Rebecca Soco’s journey to opening New Moon Integrative Veterinary Care in Hudson, Massachusetts has taken a winding path across the country. Along the way, she built a strong foundation in traditional sciences while also discovering the benefits of alternative medical therapies.

With her love of animals and interest in science, Dr. Soco knew from a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian. Raised in the Brattleboro, Vermont area, Dr. Soco studied biology and environment sciences at Tufts University as an undergraduate.

“I applied to veterinary school, but I didn’t get in,” she explained, “so I moved to the San Diego, California area to become a surfer – and then realized I did not like surfing.” She also taught science as a middle school teacher and met her future husband.

Her path shifted in 2013 when, at the age of 34, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. “It was an opportunity to ask myself, ‘If I look back on my life, what would I regret?’” she said. “I realized I still wanted to work with animals but also do something that made a difference in people’s lives.”

She applied to Tufts Veterinary School in Grafton and when she was accepted, she and her young family moved East. “I had one kid before breast cancer and two after, which was a blessing,” she said. In addition to her 13-year-old daughter, she and her husband have a 5- and a 7-year-old. Dr. Soco remains cancer-free today.

After graduation, Dr. Soco worked for the non-profit Second Chance, providing low-cost services in Worcester. She then delved into integrative medicine and started her own mobile veterinary clinic out of a truck. In February 2026 Dr. Soco opened a brick-and-mortar business in a 3,300 square foot space on Coolidge Street in Hudson. “We want people to feel the positive energy as soon as they walk through the door,” said Dr. Soco. “That energy creates a calming experience to ease stress and foster healing. It doesn’t have that sterile feel that so many spaces have. A lot of patients have followed me here and I’m very grateful for their support.” 

In addition to traditional medical therapies and diagnostics such as ultrasounds, X-rays, surgeries, vaccines, and blood work, New Moon Integrative Veterinary Care offers alternative therapies such as ozone therapy, which is proven to reduce inflammation, improve circulation, and support healing on a cellular level. It also offers halo therapy, red light therapy, and Class IV laser therapy that enhances the body’s natural healing process. Dr. Sheila Henriquez has also joined the practice and specializes in acupuncture and physical therapy. 

After an in-depth consultation that includes the animal’s medical history, lifestyle, diet, symptoms, prior treatments, and a physical exam, Dr. Soco offers a holistic path forward that fits the pet’s needs. “I focus on spending time with patients to discover the specific therapies that will work best for the animal and the owner,” she explained.

“For instance, some people choose a course of antibiotics to treat their pet that tests positive for Lyme disease,” said Dr. Soco. However, there are alternatives. “Ozone therapy is effective to treat Lyme,” she explained. “It takes longer and is a bit more expensive, but you don’t have the need for antibiotics. Antibiotics can cure disease, but they can also cause other problems.”  

New Moon continues to offer appointments where they come to your home to treat your animal. “Mobile appointments work great for cats who get so distraught coming into a veterinarian office,” said Dr. Soco. “Other animals just feel more secure in their home and are easier to treat there. It’s also great for people who are home-bound and can’t manage to get out with their dog or cat.

“I really do feel that combining traditional therapies with proven alternative therapies is what makes us unique,” concluded Dr. Soco. “There are a lot of academics involved in veterinary care, but I love the personal side of this work – getting to know the people who love their animals, getting to understand their concerns and what they envision for their pet’s health.” 

New Moon Integrative Veterinary Care is located at 101 Coolidge Street in Hudson. They are open Monday to Thursday from 9 am to 4 pm, and Fridays 9 am to 3 pm. Their phone number is 508-321-7224 and email is [email protected]. Visit their website at newmoonvet.com.

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