Mom Speaks | Dog Stories

Max, Raven and Cooper have done a great job telling you a tiny bit about themselves on their maiden voyage into cyberspace.  Of course, I see them as a Mom sees her children, with great love and tenderness. I can't imagine life without them, as I'm sure most dog owners feel towards their own darlings.


Our boys want to tell you about their life as dogs living with us. My husband, Skip and I want to explain how we as parents experience these wonderful beings in our family. How they've changed us and how they entertain us on a daily basis, and most of all, how much richer our lives are because of them.


You will also meet other wonderful furry friends that I have the honor of helping through my practice. Classical Five Element Acupuncture is not only for humans but also for small animals. I love treating them and they become part of my extended animal family. So, from time to time you will read and share some of their stories. We will also share stories about the adventures with our three "boys."


The Chinese have treated animals with acupuncture for thousands of years. Initially, acupuncture was used agriculturally for cattle, pigs and horses. We now use it to treat dogs, cats, horses, birds, and virtually any domestic animal. Realizing that humans and animals suffer from many of the same health problems, positive effects from acupuncture are enjoyed by all. It helps not only for physical problems but also for emotional/behavioral issues. A lessor know fact is that acupuncture can be used to keep our pets healthy. Animals respond very quickly to acupuncture. They usually love to be treated and relax as soon as the first needles are inserted.

I have been treating humans since 1996 and received my animal acupuncture certification in Maryland in 2001. Raven has been receiving acupuncture since he was six months old, as has Cooper. Max has had regular treatments since he joined the "Pak" two years ago, when he was nine years old. Max had major back surgery in 2006, which is a common problem for his breed. A year later in 2007 he had another surgery for a herniated bowel. When he joined our family he was having trouble walking and still had issues with his bowels. I am happy to report, as is his fathe, he now too gets regular treatments. At the present time he doesn't have any physical signs of ever having back problems. He jumps off the furniture, without our permission, (remember he is a "little" stubborn), chases Raven and Cooper and plays with all his and their toys.....which he loves to steal. He's even rekindled his young manhood desires with a number of his favorite "babies." One may sight that concerning Max's back surgery, " He's over the hump ".


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