I gave her extract of maitake and reishi mushrooms. You can find the extract in tablet form in health-food stores. I think it helped Coca live much longer and more comfortably than her standard veterinarian had predicted. She did very well up until the end. If you decide to see an acupuncturist for your pet, make sure that person has been trained in animal acupuncture, and not just on humans.
Animal anatomy is very different.
You may also want to try some acupressure on your own. I'm sure a loving massage by you could do wonders to relieve your dog's pain. Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. All material provided in the Ask Dr. Weil program is provided for educational purposes only.