Pet Acupuncture

What is Pet Acupuncture?

A key practice in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), acupuncture restores energy balance by stimulating specific points (meridians) in the body. This improves blood flow, reduces pain, and promotes healing.

How It Works

• Fine needles stimulate nerves, boosting circulation and releasing natural pain relievers.
• Reduces inflammation and relaxes muscles.
• Can be combined with traditional medical treatments for better results.

Alternative Techniques

• Acupressure: Uses pressure instead of needles for sensitive areas.
• Laser Acupuncture: Targets deeper tissues without needle insertion.

Benefits

• Increases oxygenation and waste removal.
• Relieves pain and muscle tension.
• Reduces reliance on pain medication.
• No systemic side effects, safe for dogs with health issues.

Conditions Treated

• Arthritis, joint disease, and back pain.
• Spinal conditions (IVDD, spondylosis).
• Lameness, hind-end weakness, and general pain.

What to Expect

• First Visit: Medical history review, exam, and treatment plan.
• Sessions: 20–30 minutes, 1–3 times per week, tapering as improvement occurs.
• Aftercare: Some dogs may feel tired or stiff for 24–48 hours.

Our Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist tailors treatments using dry needling, electroacupuncture, and aquapuncture for optimal pet care.