Worried about how your dog will react? Dogs actually like acupuncture. Most dogs fall asleep or become very relaxed once the needles are placed.Acupuncture is very effective for a wide range of canine ailments, but don't expect too much from a single treatment. Acupuncture in dogs (and humans) has a cumulative effect.
The treatment is often used for pain and chronic disease, and movement disorders such as hip dysplasia, especially in older dogs. Acupuncture works through helping to maintain the health of the body. The basic principles of acupuncture are the same in animals as in humans.
Chinese medical theory states that disease is the result of a blockage in energy flow (Qi or Chi) along pathways in the body. Inserting needles into these pathways unblocks the energy and restores health.
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Jeanie has created online classes for pet owners with detailed instructions on how to help ease your pet's pain, stress and common ailments. Watch Jeanie Marie give an acupuncture treatment to Chula, a Shepherd/Labrador mix, as seen on WHDH TV News in Boston. Click play on the video to the right to learn more about acupuncture and dogs! Watch Jeanie give an acupuncture treatment to Chula, a Shepherd/Labrador mix, as seen on WHDH TV News in Boston.
Known as Wu, she was a Border Collie Newfoundland mix who was abandoned in the 2010 Floods of Tennessee. She loved people, taking time to smell the flowers, belly rubs and carrots. She disliked rain, thunder and fireworks. We miss her. Nubi is a 14-year-old Jedi Master who spends most of his day in his Time Machine watching Star Wars movies.
Jeanie Marie offers telephone/Zoom consultations, starting in 2022, applying the considerable breadth of Oriental medicine to your pet's health issues. Through these phone consultations, Jeanie Marie can work with pets and their owners across the country. Jeanie has studied traditional Chinese medicine extensively for more than 10 years.
Herbs and Natural Remedies for Dogs: Holistic solutions for pain, stress and common K9 ailments. Holistic solutions for pain, stress and common K9 ailments taught by veterinary acupuncturist, herbalist and author: jeanie mossa MS LAc. Learn about treating canine pain, stress, arthritis, hip dysplasia, cancer and common ailments with herbs, homeopathic remedies, supplements, Chinese herbal formulas and topical liniments.
Jeanie has published articles on canine acupuncture and health on the Acufinder website. Acufinder is one of the premier sites in the United States for information about acupuncture and features the most comprehensive acupuncturist finder on the 'net to help you find a professional in your area. Barkopaedia contains everything your dog wants you to know.
Reviews (4)
Rachel Sarah Latour
Dec 12, 2019
Heather Greenfelds
Mar 20, 2019
Our 8 yr old dog Sarge has hip dysplasia, arthritis and difficulty moving since the winter. Our vet recommended that we contact Jeanie at Four Paws Acupuncture. After three acupuncture sessions we began to notice an improvement in Sarge's walking and he seems much happier. And he loves Jeanie's special treats and pampering. Thank you!
Tracy Andrews
Mar 13, 2019
Our 12 year old dog Bella suffers with arthritis and hip problems. We were so happy that Jeanie was able to come to our home to treat her. She took her time, explained what she was doing and also gave me excellent info on herbs and supplements to use for Bella. She not only did acupuncture but she used a laser and showed me how to do acupressure to help her through the week. Bella is still old, but now is walking much better and loves her acupuncture sessions. Thank you Jeanie!
Maria Ortiz
Feb 20, 2019
At first I had my doubts that acupuncture could help my 7 year old Shepherd mix, Lucia. But after her third session we saw improvement in her walking and she seems happier. Jeannie is professional, always on time and honest. She has given us so much information on how we can help Lucia. I highly recommend her. Thank you!