Not exact matches
Merri became involved in self publishing over 40 years ago... first helping a veterinarian publish a book
on a very specific market...
animal acupuncture.
Vikki Trupin, DVM is certified by IVAS for
Acupuncture treatments
on both huge and tiny
animals and a member of the AAEP.
Her training and treatments are focused
on an
animal's anatomy and recent scientific evidence for
acupuncture.
Veterinary
acupuncture involves the insertion of tiny needles into specific points
on an
animal's body.
Chris Bessent DVM practices holistic veterinary medicine, utilizing Chinese herbs,
acupuncture, food therapy and chiropractic
on all
animals.
Dr. Weiner studied
animal acupuncture, which she practices
on patients at RAH who could benefit from it.
The western approach to veterinary
acupuncture typically involves inserting the needles in the region where the
animal feels pain rather than in one of the traditional acupoints elsewhere
on the body.
She later went
on to study Traditional Chinese Medicine under
animal care pioneer Dr. Huisheng Xie at the Chi Institute, where she achieved certifications in both veterinary
acupuncture and Chinese herbology.
Acupuncture can be used
on all species of
animals, and has documented efficacy
on a wide range of species, including elephants, cattle, horses, dogs, cats, monkeys, and rabbits.
Because of the differences in anatomy, and the potential for harm if the treatments are done incorrectly, only a properly trained veterinarian should perform
acupuncture on animals.
On which species of
animals is
acupuncture practiced regularly?
We offer conventional and integrative medicine, TCVM,
acupuncture, herbs, food therapy, nutraceuticals, conventional diet formulations, dentistry, surgery, ultrasound, exotic and wildlife medicine,
animal rehabilitation with an underwater treadmill, therapeutic ultrasound, K - Laser and a full - time CCRP
on staff.
He has authored or co-authored books
on the spiritual link between
animals and humans, including Kindred Spirits, The Compassionate Equestrian, Love, Miracles and
Animal Healing, and Veterinary
Acupuncture.
The mission of the AJTCVM is to provide practitioners, students and researchers with the highest level of peer - reviewed articles
on veterinary
acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui - na and food therapy, to promote the generation and publication of scientific research
on the efficacy of these therapies in
animals and to support the practice of evidence - based medicine.
Some common applications for dogs and cats include: • Degenerative joint disease • Neurological disease (seizures, disc disease) • Gastrointestinal issues (anorexia, diarrhea, vomiting) • Cardiovascular and respiratory disease • Renal disease • Skin disease • Urogenital disease (incontinence) • Immune - mediated diseases • Chronic ear infections • Neoplasia • Post operative healing • Behavioral issues
Acupuncture can also be used to provide the best possible quality of life for
animals on palliative care.
Some kids like to dress up pets like dolls and put barrettes
on long - haired dogs, but Rachel Barrack, a veterinarian with
Animal Acupuncture, has also seen cases of kids trying to add color.
It also can be used in
animals that will not allow
acupuncture to be performed
on them.
The mission of the American Journal of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (AJTCVM) is to provide practitioners, students and researchers with the highest level of peer - reviewed articles
on veterinary
acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tui - na and Food therapy, to promote the generation and publication of research
on the efficacy of these therapies in
animals and to support the practice of evidence - based medicine.
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese form of medication that has been practiced
on humans as well as
on animals from a very long time.
This ensures that the acupuncturist has been trained to safely use
acupuncture on animals.
A:
Acupuncture can be used
on all species of
animals, and has documented efficacy
on a wide range of species, including elephants, cattle, horses, dogs, cats, monkeys, and rabbits.
Many of Tallgrass Equine and Small
Animal Introductory, Intermediate, and Advanced Hands -
on Acupressure Courses are PDA approved by the National Certification Commission for
Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM), Provider # 1181.
On an annual basis, Dr. Laflin attends advanced seminars in veterinary
acupuncture,
animal chiropractic, applied kinesiology, muscle releasing techniques, Chinese and Western herbology, Veterinary NAET / NET, and veterinary homeopathy.
Find a qualified professional with certification to practice
acupuncture on animals and make an appointment for your dog.
The acupuncturist places needles at specific sites
on the
animal's body called
acupuncture points, and may also incorporate hands -
on techniques to facilitate the healing process.
16.25.9.20 DIRECT SUPERVISION OF NON-VETERINARIANS: Non-licensed individuals are prohibited from practicing veterinary medicine which includes but is not limited to chiropractic, physical therapy,
acupuncture, acupressure, homeopathy, therapeutic massage, dentistry, embryo transfer or any other related services
on animals as defined in NMSA 1978, Section 61 -14-2 (B)(1), except under the direct supervision of a New Mexico - licensed veterinarian.
An excellent book
on acupuncture and Chinese medicine for
animals: Four Paws, Five Directions, by Dr. Cheryl Schwartz.
The 1st use of
acupuncture on animals can be traced to the western Jin dynasty period of China from 136 to 265 A.D. Studies have shown that
acupuncture can increase blood flow, lower heart rate and improve