Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats

Getting to the Point-Acupuncture for Small AnimalsWhere is the gallbladder channel and what happens when GB-6 is needled? Which point helps with food refusal? How should I needle, and does the point really fit my intended therapy concept?This unique acupuncture atlas for small animals makes long searches superfluous!Special Features:An introduction to the basics of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and a comprehensive discussion of the channel system and acupuncture point categories.Quick orientation thanks to the easy-to-use double-page spread layout: Indication, localization, technique, and depth of insertion are listed for each point on the left-hand page. On the right-hand page, a photo illustrates the position of the point on the dog's body in relation to muscles and bones.New to the Second Edition:A chapter on the psycho-emotional basics of small animal acupunctureFor important acupuncture points, the psychogenic effects are now describedThis handy pocket-sized atlas is unique in the field and an ideal companion for veterinarians, animal acupuncturists, students, and trainees whose goal is to provide the highest level of treatment to the animals in their care.

I Basic Concepts of Acupuncture1. What Does Acupuncture Have to Offer?2. History of Acupuncture3. The Principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine4. The Channels5. Psychoemotional Foundations of Veterinary Acupuncture6. Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Diagnostics7. Acupuncture Points8. Point Selection9. Point Identification and Needling10. Forms of AcupunctureII Atlas of Acupuncture Points11. Lung Channel12. Large Intestine Channel13. Stomach Channel14. Spleen/Pancreas Channel15. Heart Channel16. Small Intestine Channel17. Bladder Channel18. Kidney Channel19. Pericardium Channel20. Triple Burner Channel21. Gallbladder Channel22. Liver Channel23. Governing Vessel24. Controlling Vessel25. Extra Points26. Subject Index27. Points Index