Acupuncture is a powerful natural therapy that can significantly improve your pet’s quality of life. By stimulating specific points on the body, acupuncture activates the body’s own self-healing mechanisms. It works through pathways similar to those targeted by strong pain relief medications, making it especially effective for musculoskeletal and arthritic conditions.
Beyond pain management, acupuncture can support a wide range of medical conditions including epilepsy, seizures, autoimmune diseases, feline gingival stomatitis, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), skin conditions, behavioural issues and palliative care for sick pets. It often complements Western medicine beautifully and can be adapted for most health concerns.
Dr Emma is IVAS qualified in both equine and small animal acupuncture. This means she has completed extensive study and rigorous exams to provide the highest level of care.
She is skilled not only in traditional needling but also in:
Electroacupuncture: where a mild electrical current is applied through the needles to enhance treatment effects
Aquapuncture: injecting points (often with Vitamin B12) to create longer-lasting responses
Gold Bead Therapy: implanting tiny gold beads into acupuncture points for permanent stimulation
Small animals:
Initial consultation: $230 (approx. 1 hour)
Booster treatments: $190 (approx. 45 minutes)
Can be performed alongside routine arthritis medications (not with vaccinations)
Home visits available with an additional travel fee
Horses:
Initial consultation: $320 (includes travel between clinic and Nana Glen)
Booster treatments: $270
Travel fees may apply depending on location and number of horses
Includes basic lameness evaluation and light sedation if needed
Nerve blocks and advanced diagnostics are not included
Horse availability is limited
Costs include electroacupuncture if needed, but B12 injections and gold bead therapy are charged separately.
Acupuncture often has a calming effect, and many owners report their pets appear relaxed during sessions. Dr Emma routinely applies calming points at the start of treatments.
For highly anxious small animals, calming medications can be prescribed prior to appointments. Horses may receive light sedation to ease the process. Most animals become comfortable with acupuncture over time, reducing or eliminating the need for sedation.
