Dauchshund Back Surgery and Acupuncture
 

About four months ago, our beloved mini dauchshund had to have major back surgery for a slipped disk. She also had preventative fenestration work done.

However, recently she is having what seems to be some minor discomfort when she goes to the bathroom.

I heard there is a doctor in town that treats for this type of thing using accupunture.

Has anyone heard of doggie accupuncture for back pain and/or post op pain?

Thank you.

I am so sorry about your dog, we have just had to have our Springer spaniel put to sleep due to a nasal tumour.
I do not know about accupuncture for dog's however on google it does show pictures of dog's have accupuncture done.
This link tells you where they put the needles in.
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This link tells you about canine acupuncture.

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Hope these help
Alison

Vowel Lady, yes I've heard of it and there is a vet in our town who practices that. But I haven't ever used their services.

My daughter and son-in-law have a mini dachsund, and I worry about the way my SIL sometimes rough houses with Otto, tossing him in the air like ... well I don't know like what! Like men do with little kids, who knows why! My daughter convinced him to stop doing that for fear of injuring his back.

I love dachsies, they are so warm and cuddly. Like having a heating pad in bed with you. :winky:

Ali...I'm rushing right at the moment, but later I will check your link. Many thanks. It's always helpful for me to educate myself first about something new.
Doody...I have had many dogs and loved them all. But one day I visited a family (actually for the weekend...long story) with a mini dachsie and I was IN LOVE. I think folks were a little ticked that I spent so much time with the DOG! I was AMAZED. They have no idea (or care) that they are so little. However, I cringed when you mentioned that your relative rough houses with her doggie. :eek: Ours was very hearty and healthy and we were careful, but did let her on the couch and so forth. A few times she jumped off the couch when we weren't looking. (They have a mind of their own). I think that is what did it. I hired a neuro surgeon for the surgery. He has a medical degree and a PHD. It was a very complicated surgery. She was paralyzed. She is now walking. I did the pt on my own (the doctor taught me), but I think she needs some more. I'm STILL PAYING THE BILL. People think I'm a nut for paying for all of this. I am ga ga for this dog...as you can tell...they are awesome!!!!!:D

I know, they are too precious. I get to see Otto, the mini dach, (and of course my precious grandson) tonight for my Friday night movie night with my daughter. Otto will sleep with me as usual. I love the way the mini dachs tunnel, LOL! He scoots under the covers and winds around until he finds a nice place to curl up and cuddle, usually right in front of my tummy or behind my legs. I swear, just like a heating pad they are.