About Animal Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese medicine that has been around for thousands of years. Acupuncture involves placing fine needles into different trigger points to create releases through out the body. It was designed to help bodies become harmonious and to aid the bodies natural healing ability.
Over the years it has been improved and adapted while still keeping the essential foundations to provide successful treatment.
What conditions will acupuncture help treat?
Acupuncture can help with a variety of health conditions in dogs and horses.
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Chronic conditions; inflammatory bowel disease, urinary incontinence, skin disease and seizures among others
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Weight conditions - maintaining a healthy weight.
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Dogs and horses that are recovering from surgeries
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Natural pain relief for conditions like arthritis.
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Acute and chronic pain
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Stomach ulcers
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Digestive support
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Palliative care
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Neurological and nerve disorders
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Reproductive and hormonal health
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Please contact us today regarding your animals condition to see if we can help relieve your animals discomfort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I expect?
A: Each session begins with a comprehensive full-body assessment. This may involve observing your animal's physical movements or applying gentle pressure to identify trigger points. We will discuss your animal's medical history in detail, including current conditions and concerns.
Once we have gathered sufficient information, we will proceed with acupuncture treatment. This involves strategically placing needles at specific points tailored to address your animal's condition.
Q: How many treatments will my animal need?
A: Each animal's condition is unique, and we tailor an individualized treatment plan accordingly.
Typically, we recommend an initial series of weekly sessions over four weeks. Following this initial phase, we reassess each animal to determine the ongoing treatment needs.
It's important to note that even a single treatment can have a positive impact on your animal, though the effects may be less pronounced or enduring compared to multiple sessions.
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Q: Will acupuncture hurt my animal?
A: Acupuncture is widely regarded as a minimally invasive and low-risk procedure for animals. Many animals find it enjoyable as it triggers the release of endorphins. While some animals may initially react to needle placement, our first treatment focuses on creating a positive experience to help them understand how acupuncture supports healing.
As animals become familiar with the process through subsequent treatments, even skeptical individuals often begin to relax and may even fall asleep during sessions.
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Call
027 261 0090
Locations
Wairarapa
Wellington
Palmerston North