Acupressure for animals is based on an ancient healing art that moves and balances chi energy by use of pressure applied to specific acupoints along a meridian system. Meridians are channels that are part of a network carrying chi energy.
Calm Your Dog Before Acupressure
Run your hands, palms down, across the length of your dog using long, gentle strokes. Work slowly to relax your dog and use soothing tones to encourage calmness.
Move from front to rear, top to bottom. Start acupressure treatments this way every time to relax your dog.
Create Balance with Good Body Mechanics
Keep both hands on your dog while giving a treatment. One hand does the point work, while the other feels reactions, such as muscle spasms or releases. Cup your hands slightly as you move down your dog's body about an inch away from either side of her spine. Place an open hand softly against your dog's right side.
Finding the Meridian to Prevent Reflux and Nausea
Massage the acupoint on the outside of the 13th or last rib on your dog's left side. Apply gentle pressure; all movements must be smooth and even, no abrupt changes in pressure. Exhale as you ease into a point; inhale as you release the point.
Find a Meridian in a Dog
Find acupoints by feeling under the dog's fur for a soft, cool, recessed area under the skin or areas that are hard, warm to the touch and slightly protrude.
Results
When the point is released and energy flow is restored, the point begins to pulse again, though it is lighter to the touch. Repeat three to five times daily until symptoms are relieved.
When Not to Perform an Acupressure Treatment
Do not perform acupressure just after feeding. Wait 3 to 4 hours before beginning a treatment.
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