Our Roanoke veterinarians believe every pet deserves relief, comfort, and care tailored to their unique needs. That’s why we’re proud to offer cat and dog acupuncture, a time-honored therapy that helps pets heal from the inside out. Whether used on its own or alongside traditional veterinary medicine, acupuncture can relieve pain, improve mobility, and support your pet’s overall well-being.
By increasing blood flow and releasing natural pain-relieving hormones, acupuncture helps reduce inflammation and discomfort associated with joint pain, allowing your pet to move more comfortably.
For pets with intervertebral disc disease or traumatic nerve injury, acupuncture supports nerve regeneration, eases muscle tension, and improves coordination during recovery.
Conditions like lick granulomas and allergic dermatitis often improve as acupuncture helps regulate the immune system and reduces chronic inflammation.
Acupuncture can help normalize digestive function and ease symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, or appetite loss by stimulating the nerves that control the GI tract.
For pets with asthma or other breathing issues, acupuncture may help open airways, reduce spasms, and decrease inflammation in the respiratory system.
Certain reproductive issues may benefit from acupuncture, which can help regulate hormones and support healthy organ function.
When performed by a trained veterinary acupuncturist, acupuncture is safe and well-tolerated. Side effects are rare and typically mild. For example, your pet may seem a bit tired after a session, but that effect passes quickly.
That depends on your pet’s condition and response to treatment. Some pets improve after one or two sessions, while others, particularly those with chronic conditions, benefit most from a series of treatments.
Absolutely. Acupuncture often works best alongside conventional medicine, surgery, physical therapy, or medications as part of a comprehensive care plan.
Many pets show improvement within the first few visits, though chronic conditions may take more time. Our veterinarians will create a personalized schedule to maximize results.
