Veterinary Acupuncture
In-home veterinary acupuncture throughout Nassau County and western Suffolk County
Dr. Dawn Greenberg provides personalized veterinary acupuncture in the comfort of your home. She completed both her undergraduate and veterinary education at Cornell University and is certified in veterinary acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine through Chi University. Drawing on her training in both conventional and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Greenberg takes a thoughtful, evidence-informed approach to each patient, integrating both perspectives to develop an individualized treatment plan.
What is Veterinary Acupuncture?
Veterinary acupuncture involves the placement of very thin, sterile needles at specific points on the body. Most acupuncture needles are considerably thinner than needles used for injections, and most pets tolerate their placement very well. Many dogs and cats become deeply relaxed during treatment.
From a modern medical perspective, acupuncture stimulates the nervous system and produces physiologic effects both locally and throughout the body. Research suggests that acupuncture can influence pain signaling, stimulate the release of naturally occurring pain-relieving substances such as endorphins, help relax muscles, and affect local blood flow. These effects are among the reasons acupuncture is commonly incorporated into treatment plans for pain, mobility problems, and certain neurologic conditions.
Traditional Chinese veterinary medicine describes acupuncture in terms of restoring balance and promoting the normal flow of Qi through pathways known as meridians. Dr. Greenberg's integrative approach draws upon her training in both conventional veterinary medicine and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine when developing an individualized treatment plan for each patient.
What Conditions Can Veterinary Acupuncture Help?
Veterinary acupuncture is most commonly used to manage pain, improve mobility, and support pets with neurologic and chronic medical conditions. It may be used alone or alongside conventional veterinary care as part of an individualized treatment plan.
Pain & Musculoskeletal Conditions
Arthritis, chronic pain, back and neck pain, mobility changes, musculoskeletal injuries, and post-surgical recovery.
Neurologic Conditions
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD), hind-end weakness, paralysis, degenerative neurologic disease, and laryngeal paralysis.
Cancer & Palliative Support
Pain and discomfort, appetite and nausea, weakness, quality-of-life support, and support during conventional cancer treatment.
Chronic Medical Conditions
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and other chronic digestive problems, chronic kidney disease, heart and liver disease, urinary incontinence, and chronic allergic or skin conditions.
What is an Acupuncture Appointment Like?
Learn what to expect during your pet’s first in-home acupuncture visit, including how appointments work and how treatment plans are individualized.
"After several visits with Dr. Dawn and watching her give them acupuncture, ultrasound and herbal medications, we not only avoided surgery, but it has been years since the treatment and they continue to run around, happily. I can’t recommend her enough."
— Nina, Teddy and Louie’s Mom
Veterinary Acupuncture Service Area
Dr. Greenberg provides in-home veterinary acupuncture throughout Nassau County and western Suffolk County, including Melville, Huntington, Dix Hills, Woodbury, Syosset, Commack, East Northport, and nearby communities.
Could Acupuncture Help Your Pet?
If you’re wondering whether acupuncture may help your pet feel more comfortable, mobile, or simply more like themselves, please complete our brief Request Care form so we can learn more about their needs.