Aussie pet owners turning to acupuncture to cure ailing animals

You have probably heard of acupuncture for humans, but the ancient Chinese therapy is growing in popularity among pet owners too as a holistic supplement to traditional veterinary care.

Just like with people, small needles are inserted into the animals’ skin at defined points to try and relieve pain through stimulated blood circulation.

Acupuncture, massage, food therapy and herbal medicine are increasingly being seen as viable options for ailing pets, says Cindy Tan, Queensland’s representative for Australian Veterinary Acupuncture.

Watch the full story and our chat with Dr Tan above!