Veterinary Acupuncture and Pain Management

23/09/2024

Unfortunately I have come back from my break with COVID. Clients with appointments this week will be contacted by Alison tomorrow to rearrange, if wanted, as although I may be feeling better in myself to return to work on Wednesday, I cannot guarantee I will be testing negative. I have FFP2 masks available that offer additional protection to the standard surgical mask but appreciate some people may not wish to risk exposure. I apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding that somethings are beyond our control. Please email the clinic directly for any concerns re medications etc and I will do my best to sort what I can: [email protected]
Hoping for a negative test soon!

08/09/2024

Just a reminder that the clinic will be closed from lunchtime tomorrow until Wednesday 25th of September as we take a well earned break to recharge the batteries. For urgent veterinary advice please contact your primary care vet.

05/07/2024

Acupuncture in human medicine as well as veterinary medicine can be a divisive topic. Learning more about how it works and which cases may benefit is important to ensure that patients who may benefit from this adjunctive modality are given access to it. Our view is that acupuncture is a very useful addition to your multimodal management of your chronic pain cases, especially in those cases who suffer adverse effects to pharmaceuticals.

In this webinar, Dr Isi Iff guides you through how acupuncture works, referencing a number of studies which illustrate those various benefits. She also discusses cases where acupuncture has made a difference to managing that patient’s pain.

To learn more about acupuncture, follow the link to our website below.

https://www.zeropainphilosophy.com/webinars

05/06/2024

A little heads up… I will be taking a break in September. Make sure you plan your future appointments when you are next in 😊

05/06/2024

Thank you all for keeping me busy and entrusting your beloved pets into my care. Unfortunately due to my current very high caseload, I am unable to accept any new clients. I have to keep my plates spinning and ensure I can continue to deliver a high standard of care to my exisitng patients. We will be operating a waiting list so we can get people in as soon as an opening becomes available. The waiting time may be upto 3-4 months. Any referrals that are already being processed will still go ahead. Many thanks for your understanding.

02/05/2024

Short break to recharge the batteries. Back at work on Wednesday 8th May 😊

09/02/2024

Ball launchers have become a popular accessory for dog owners who want to keep their dogs active and entertained. However, these devices can have negative effects on your dog's health and wellbeing.

Ball Launchers Can Cause Obsession:

Some dogs become obsessed with fetching a ball, which can lead to behavioural problems. They may become aggressive or anxious when they are not playing with the ball launcher, making it difficult to enjoy time with your pet. It's important to recognise the signs of obsession and to limit your dog's use of the ball launcher.

Ball Launchers Interrupt Natural Behaviour:

Dogs are naturally curious and enjoy exploring their surroundings through sniffing and relaxing. However, when they become obsessed with fetching a ball, they may lose interest in these natural behaviours. This can lead to boredom and frustration, causing your dog to become less active and less healthy.

Ball Launchers Can Cause Joint Problems:

Repeatedly launching a ball puts a lot of stress on your dog's joints, especially if they are a high energy breed. This can lead to joint problems such as arthritis, which can be very painful and expensive to treat. It's important to limit the amount of time your dog spends playing with a ball launcher and to give them plenty of rest breaks.

While ball launchers may seem like a fun and easy way to keep your dog entertained, they can have negative effects on their health and wellbeing. They interrupt natural behaviour, can cause joint problems, and lead to obsession. If you want to keep your dog healthy and happy, it's best to limit their use of ball launchers and encourage them to engage in natural behaviours such as sniffing, scent work, exploring and simply relaxing.

08/02/2024

The loss of a pet is always hard. Many of us just can't face thinking about when the day will come, but come it will and having help and support in making that difficult decision can make the process easier. This is a lovely site that is 100% dedicated to pet loss and the processes and feelings that surround it.

Sometimes being prepared can make the whole experience smoother and easier to negotiate, rather than to be faced with making decisions at the last minute, when emotions cloud our ability to think clearly about what we might want for our pet and ourselves, both at the time and afterwards.

We owe it to them to not let them suffer and make the end a peaceful one 💜

https://www.facebook.com/TheRalphSite/

Pet loss support from like-minded people who "get it". Private Facebook group, website and blog.

01/02/2024

What better way to enjoy your 13th birthday than a bit of relaxing acupuncture and laser for the old bones 😊. Happy birthday Lily xx (little brother Archie comes for moral support… or the treats perhaps!)