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Pet Acupuncture

Acupuncture isn’t just for humans; there's also animal acupuncture! This ancient Chinese practice involves placing tiny needles in specific points of the body to relieve pain, improve circulation, and promote healing. Veterinary acupuncture is particularly beneficial for pets with chronic pain, arthritis, and even anxiety. Don’t worry—most pets tolerate the needles really well, and some even find the sessions relaxing.

Acupuncture is a branch of Traditional Chinese Medical (TCM) which has been practiced for over 5000 years.

Traditional Chinese Medicine theory holds that Qi (vital energy) flows throughout the body along energetic channels called meridians. Each meridian is also associated with a specific internal organ which reflects the physiological and pathological conditions of that organ. The meridians connect the exterior of the body with the interior.

Acupuncture points are located along these meridians, and when stimulated can relieve pain and restore normal body functions. Acupuncture points have specific locations and effects and have been documented over millenia. From a Western perspective, acupuncture has been shown to stimulate a variety of sensory nerves in the body that transmit the signal through the nervous system to the brain, which then releases various chemicals that produce multiple physiologic effects that activate the body’s homeostatic regulatory mechanisms.

Acupuncture Techniques

Dr. Gordon employs traditional acupuncture with dry needles, but prefers aquapuncture.  Aquapuncture involves the injection of saline, Vitamin B12, or other liquids into specified acupuncture points. This is often quicker, easier, and more effective for the pets we see. We have found that dry needling with traditional acupuncture needles is often wrought with difficulties for the pets and their owners, but we certainly can do that if requested. 

"We had two cats that were sneezing quite a bit. We saw good reviews for this location which is very near to our home and gave them a try. We are so pleased with our decision. The location is close, the staff is all very friendly and helpful through the process of becoming a new patient as well as showing genuine care for our cats. We arrived for our appointment on time and were placed in a room very quickly. Dr Cruz came in very quickly and took her time examining each pet. The care and thoroughness were fantastic. The room was clean and comfortable and the exam process was so comfortable that the cats weren't even stressed.We had blood panels done for both pets and Dr. Gordon sent us results and commentary the next morning.We had a great experience and will happily be returning to this clinic for any additional care that our pets need."

Doug W.

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