Pet Complementary Therapies
in Lake Wylie, SC

Veterinary acupuncture is considered one of the four branches which comprises Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, and has been practiced in China for thousands of years. The other branches include herbal medicine, Tui Na, and food therapy. Our clinical approach at TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Bethel is to combine both modern veterinary science with veterinary acupuncture in order to maximize our patient’s quality of life.

We can help your pet feel relief from veterinary acupuncture. If you believe your pet could benefit from veterinary acupuncture, we invite you to schedule a visit with us at TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Bethel.

Veterinary acupuncture uses a technique consisting of tiny needles being methodically and gently inserted into precise pressure points on your pet’s body. The contact from the needle then releases pain-relieving and natural hormones, which will trigger an anti-inflammatory response to reduce pain and accelerate healing.

At TotalBond Veterinary Hospital at Bethel, we understand that needles can often cause anxiety. We want to assure you that Dr. Harris is highly experienced in gently and safely placing needles to treat both chronic and acute pain. During veterinary acupuncture, small animals typically do not experience pain. In most cases, they even begin to doze off because they feel so relaxed. Larger animals may experience a very low level of discomfort when the needles are first inserted, as the needles are slightly larger to penetrate the skin. For both large and small animals, once the needles are in place, they should not feel any pain.

This ancient technique can only produce positive results, therefore it is considered one of the safest veterinary practices out there. Veterinary acupuncture offers copious amounts of physical and mental health benefits, and can even deter the adverse reactions which may often be caused by surgeries and medications.

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have, please give us a call any time.