Acupuncture For Canines

By zoe | Jan 30, 2010

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Acunpuncture is a method renowned for its healing effects. But did you know it works equally well on animals? Canine acupuncture is a common form of therapy used by many pet owners to help their dogs.

Acupuncture is an ancient form of Chinese therapy which has been used for over 3000 years. This form of therapy is carried out by entering thin needles into certain acupuncture points in the body along pathways called meridians , to provide relief for various disorders. This is based on the theory that in order to heal, the energy in the body needs to be well-balanced.

If you are considering canine acupuncture for your dog,you should visit a canine acupuncturist, who would commence canine acupuncture treatment after carrying out a thorough check up. It is important that you go to a canine acupuncturist who is licensed, so as to ensure safe treatment. It is best that you first take your dog to its regular doctor who will refer you to an acupuncturist. Several websites online also have lists of veterinarian acupuncturists.

Canine acupuncture is said to be relaxing and may therefore make your dog drowsy. Canine acupuncture is said to be quite painless. Pet owners therefore need not worry about their dogs having to undergo a lot of discomfort during a canine acupuncture session.

Canine acupuncture could treat other diseases such as arthritis, various allergies and problems with regard to fertility, to name a few. Canine acupuncture therapy is quite short. It generally takes around 10 to 15 minutes, provided the animal does not struggle too much, but it could go on for even half an hour. The number of times that you would need to implement canine acupuncture would depend on your dogs ailment and its history of various ailments and condition in general. Usually it would take around 5 sessions to cure the dog of its diseases. Not only does canine acupuncturist heal physical diseases, but is also known to help improve psychological and emotional diseases. What better way to keep your dog healthy!

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