Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in North Carolina & Virginia
Restoring balance & enhancing comfort.
At Happy Earth Pet Hospice, I believe that the best care happens when we treat the whole pet: body, mind, and spirit. That’s why I integrate Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) into my in-home hospice and palliative care visits across North Carolina and Virginia.
TCVM is a time-honored approach based on thousands of years of observation, healing, and holistic principles. It helps us understand where your pet’s energy is out of balance, and how we can gently restore harmony using natural therapies. These techniques are especially helpful for aging pets and those with chronic or life-limiting conditions.
Interested in exploring TCVM for your pet? Call us at (252) 310-5858 or book a consultation online.
I’ll help you decide which therapies may best support your pet’s comfort and quality of life.
Acupuncture For Pets
Acupuncture is one of the most well-known TCVM modalities, and for good reason. By stimulating specific points along the body’s energy channels (called meridians), acupuncture helps promote circulation, ease pain, and rebalance the body’s internal systems.
I use acupuncture to help pets with:
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Arthritis & mobility issues
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Neurologic conditions
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Chronic pain
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Kidney or liver support
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Anxiety and restlessness
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Digestive Issues
Most pets tolerate acupuncture beautifully, with many relaxing or even falling asleep during treatments. I tailor each session to your pet’s comfort level, starting slowly and gently.
Food Therapies for Cats & Dogs
In TCVM, food isn’t just fuel; it’s medicine. Food therapy considers your pet’s individual constitution, health concerns, and even the season of the year to recommend foods that support healing, strengthen organs, and rebalance energy.
Food therapy is ideal for pets with:
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Digestive sensitivities
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Inflammatory conditions
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Appetite loss
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Weight or muscle loss
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Chronic illness or recovery from illness
After assessing your pet, I’ll provide custom food recommendations you can prepare at home or integrate into your current routine. This gentle, nourishing approach is often one of the easiest, and most powerful, ways to support your pet.
Veterinary Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years to restore harmony in the body and treat both acute and chronic conditions. TCVM herbal formulas are carefully balanced to be both effective and gentle, often reducing symptoms without the side effects of pharmaceutical drugs.
I use custom-selected formulas for:
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Pain management
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Kidney, liver, and heart support
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Skin issues
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Anxiety and cognitive changes
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Incontinence or urinary issues
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Cancer care and immune support
Every herbal plan is tailored to your pet’s specific pattern and presentation. I only use high-quality, veterinary-approved herbal products from trusted suppliers.
Tui-Na Massage for Pets
Tui-na is a therapeutic form of hands-on bodywork, similar to acupressure or medical massage. It’s used to release tension, improve mobility, stimulate circulation, and support internal organ function. It’s also deeply calming and connective, making it an excellent tool for pets who benefit from gentle, physical reassurance.
This modality can be used during home visits or taught to you so you can offer healing touch to your pet between visits. Many families find it to be a meaningful way to stay connected and involved in their pet’s comfort.