More Happy Dogs!

We are in the process of adding more pawsome stories about how acupuncture has helped a few dogs on the North Shore area of MA on the Four Paws Acupuncture Happy Dogs Page website.

Meanwhile... here is a sneak preview!

"My dog, Mino, has been getting acupuncture once a week for the last month and is showing good improvement! He’s back to chasing his two sisters and is *running* in bursts around the yard
Arthritis sucks."  Leslie S.

"Lucy has been acting 5 years younger since getting acupuncture treatments!" Rick B

 "Maddy loves to chase his favorite ball in the yard!" Meg O

http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/happydogs.html

These happy dogs all had a combination of acupuncture, laser therapy, acupressure as well as some recommendations for herbal and or homeopathic remedies to ease pain and reduce symptoms. 

The owners aka guardians of these dogs all participated in their dog's healing process by following recommendations for herbal/homeopathic remedies, doing massage and acupressure on their dogs daily and using the "stinky herbal liniment" during the massages. Thanks to their help, these dogs had a much faster rate of recovering than most dogs. 

Unfortunately many dog owners think that it will only take one acupuncture session to "heal" their dog's symptoms and that no participation at home is necessary. Acupuncture is not a miracle cure. It takes at least 3-4 sessions in a row (one per week) to see a positive change in your dog's symptoms. Just like joining a gym, you cannot expect to leave thin and fit after your first workout!

It also takes a combination of supplements, herbs or other natural remedies to speed up the healing process along with acupressure done at home. 

A big FOUR PAWS up thanks to all those dog guardians who have been such wonderful pet parents!

For more information on animal acupuncture & holistic medicine for dogs & cats please visit the Four Paws Acupuncture website. http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com

Animal Acupuncture House-calls available on the North Shore of MA in Salem, Peabody, Beverly and Marblehead MA. Jeanie Mossa MS, L.Ac. also treats dog and cat patients at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA. 

To schedule an acupuncture & holistic therapy session for your pet please fill out our Contact Us form. http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/contact.html

Herbal Flea Spray

Here is a simple recipe to make a safe and natural flea spray. Wash all pet bedding first with BORAX for best results.

Four Paws Acupuncture Hours

Tuesdays & Wednesdays
House-calls on the North Shore of MA in Salem MA, Peabody MA, Beverly MA and Marblehead MA.

Thursdays & Fridays
I treat dog and cat patients with acupuncture & holistic medicine at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA.

Closed Saturday, Sundays and Holidays so I can spend time with my fur-kids and family!

For more information on dog acupuncture and other holistic therapies for pets please visit the Four Paws Acupuncture website.

www.fourpawsacupuncture.com

Happy Summer!

Friday June 21 is the official start of summer. Time to make sure you keep your pets cool and safe. 

Make sure they have plenty of water, a cool place to rest inside with either a fan or AC on during brutally hot days. 

Please never keep your dog in a car without the AC on or the windows open during hot days.

Learn more about Heat Stroke in Dogs

 https://www.petmd.com/dog/emergency/common-emergencies/e_dg_heat_stroke

Summer is a wonderful time to put up a kiddy pool in your yard for your dog to stay cool and even get some aqua-therapy. Swimming is gentle exercise for dogs with arthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia and back problems.

Clyde goes swimming!

Four Paws Acupuncture makes animal acupuncture house-calls on the North Shore of MA in Salem, Beverly, Peabody and Marblehead MA. 

Jeanie Mossa MS, L.Ac. licensed acupuncturist and herbalist is now accepting dog and cat patients at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA.

649 Lowell St F, Peabody, MA 01960

To learn more or to schedule an acupuncture & holistic medicine session for your dog or cat please visit the Four Paws Acupuncture website at http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com

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One of the most FAQ about animal acupuncture I get asked is how often should my dog or cat get treatments?

Depending on how acute or chronic its condition will determine how many treatments it takes to see positive results.

Acupuncture is not a one time miracle fix for people or animals! There are no instant cures for anything. 

Healing any condition takes time and a combination of several therapies. The patient may feel relief after the first session, in some cases it may experience some pain which will subside in a day. This is because acupuncture helps energy aka chi or qi to move. When there is stuck energy, there is pain.

It is recommend that the patient get treatments at least four weeks in a row for the maximum benefit. Usually by the third session you will notice a major improvement in yourself, your dog or cat.

Just like exercise, it is a cumulative process for the body to adjust and start to mend. It is like joining a gym, going once or twice and expecting to wake up thin and fit. 

Treating animals has made me think outside the box. My sessions includes more than acupuncture. I like to combine traditional Chinese Medicine, laser therapy, acupressure with herbal liniments and sometimes Reiki depending on the patient's needs.

More info:
http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/services.html

All owners receive an info packet with samples and recommended supplements, dietary changes or remedies and where to buy them. They also are shown acupressure points to massage in between sessions. I find that the dog or cat will recover much faster when their guardians follow this advice. 

Four Paws Acupuncture makes house calls on the North Shore of MA in Salem, Beverly and Peabody MA. Jeanie Mossa MS, L.Ac. also treats dog and cat patients at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA. 

To schedule a session: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/contact.html

Can Acupuncture Treat Serious Dog Agility Injuries?

Can Acupuncture Treat Serious Dog Agility Injuries? 

Serious injuries such as fractures, dislocations, torn tendons, and serious internal injuries should be first treated by a veterinarian. 

Recovery from many of these injuries, however, can be augmented by acupuncture, herbs and nutrition. 

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine can also help reduce the pain and symptoms of post-operative surgery, arthritis, neurological issues, hip and elbow dysplasia, knee and shoulder injuries and pain. 

Most dog patients have improved performance in their agility after a series of acupuncture sessions. 

Prevention of Sports & Agility Injuries 

Chinese medicine has many tools to help prevent injuries and the recurrence of injuries. Through acupuncture, nutrition, herbal support, and proper preparation and training, injuries can be minimized or avoided. Oriental medicine is also helpful in treating old injuries that sideline your dog’s play in later years. Regular treatment helps your dog’s body stay in balance. A body in balance is less susceptible to injury and illness. 

Oriental medicine approaches health in a holistic manner. In the Chinese medical framework, the body is seen as an energetic collection of functions, in contrast to the Western view of the body as a mechanical collection of parts.  

Jeanie Mossa MS, L.Ac. makes acupuncture house-calls in Salem, Beverly and Peabody MA. She is also accepting new patients at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA. To schedule a session: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/contact.html

Please note before I can schedule an acupuncture session for your dog, I must receive a signed consent form from your veterinarian. Click here for the form: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/infofees.html

Learn more about our services and holistic medicine for pets: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com

The Four Paws Acupuncture June e-letter

Happy June! I hope everyone is enjoying the warmer weather. And of course warmer weather means FLEAS! This mini-edition includes a few natural solutions to those pesky bugs. Please note that Four Paws Acupuncture will be closed fromWednesday June 12 through June 17, 2019. I will not be making house-calls or seeing patients at Our Family Veterinary Services that week. Please make arrangements to schedule your pet's sessions before or after this week in advance.  Wishing everyone a peaceful and flea-free June! Thank you, jeanie mossa MS, L.Ac. http:www.fourpawsacupuncture.com Four Paws Acupuncture Facebook https://www.facebook.com/4PawsAcupuncture/

When Fleas Invade   To rid your home of fleas, get a box of 20 Mule Team Borax (available in your grocery store laundry aisle), and spread it lightly over your carpet. Use a broom to sweep it deeply into the carpet. Wait a couple of hours then vacuum. The residual Borax that remains in the carpet will kill the fleas and their larvae simply by drying them out. Make sure your pets do not walk on the floor while the Borax is there. It can be absorbed into their feet. When washing dog or cat beds, towels and sheets sprinkle Borax on them before washing as a precaution to kill any eggs that might be hiding in the fibers. Herbal Flea Spray This is recommended after vacuuming the Borax off the carpets and washing all pet beds.  In a large spray bottle mix: 4 liters of apple cider vinegar 2 liters of water 500 ml of lemon juice 250 ml of witch hazel Spray the natural flea remedy to your home on carpets, furniture, pet bedding, window sills, and floors. DO NOT SPRAY ON YOUR PETS! Plants That Keep Fleas Away: Penny Royal Chrysanthemums Lavender Spearmint Four Paws Acupuncture Hours   Mondays Herbal & Nutritional Phone Consultations Tuesdays & Wednesdays Acupuncture/ Holistic Medicine House-calls  Salem, Beverly, Peabody and Marblehead Thursdays & Fridays Acupuncture/ Holistic Medicine Office Visits Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA Closed Weekends & Holidays To schedule a session please contact me directly. Please note we will be closed Wednesday June 12 through Monday June 17.  New patients please fill out our Contact Us form first with as much information as possible. I will be in touch within 24 hours of receiving it during normal business hours.  http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/contact.htm

Is your dog in pain? Acupuncture can help!

Acupuncture can help your dog!

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine can help relieve symptoms & pain due to:

Hip & Elbow Dysplasia

Arthritis

Back Pain

Shoulder Pain

Knee Pain

Stress

Allergies

& more

Learn more: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/

Jeanie Mossa MS, L.Ac. licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and author makes house-calls to Salem MA, Beverly MA, Peabody MA. 

Also accepting new dog and cat patients at Our Family Veterinary Services in Peabody MA.

Our services include acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine and a combination of holistic therapies. Learn more:

http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/services.html

To schedule a session: http://www.fourpawsacupuncture.com/contact.html

Four Paws Acupuncture keeping tails wagging on the North Shore of MA!