Is There A Traveling Acupuncturist In Central Nc?

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

Looking for an accupuncturist that isn't an hour and 15 minutes away. Also wasn't very impressed with the lady that was setting up our appointment. It was like get me in and get me out.

[Maddiesmom]

Where in NC are you? I have friends that work in the medical field in Charlotte that may have recommendations.

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

Salisbury

[Saharasmom]

I took Coltrane to one in High Point. I know she does house calls, but I doubt she would go all the way to Salisbury. (Is Salisbury near Lexington?)

Edited August 29, 2009 by Saharasmom

[macoduck]

Try looking at this page to search for holistic vets that do acupuncture in NC

Edited August 29, 2009 by macoduck

[Maddiesmom]

Salisbury

 

 

I thought it might have been for you, but Ducky gave you some info. You are not to far from GFNC in Greensbror0, they are having an open house in October on the 24, maybe we can see you there?

 

Amy

 

[Guest FrostyBottoms]

My chiropractor (for humans) has come to my house for me, and he offered to do acupuncture on Vinny for his allergies last year. It was late in the season, so Vinny didn't need it. Do you have someone you go to? If so, ask them if they will do it on your dog. If not, call around. I am sure you will find one.

[EllenEveBaz]

We have used the accupuncture vet in High Point -- probably the same one as Saharasmom. You can contact the vet through Greensboro Veterinary Hospital on High Point Road, or directly at her number in High Point (the one in the directory that Macoduck listed). Vet's name is Katharine DeVore. House calls were helpful first for Baz and then for Scout. Sending good wishes for Cougar.

Edited August 30, 2009 by EllenEveBaz

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

Yes, Salisbury is close to Lexington. Salisbury is 5 miles down the interstate and Lexington is about 10 miles up the interstate from us. I would much rather drive to High Point than negotiate I-77 traffic in Charlotte. I wonder if we could find some place to meet in the middle.

 

Ellen - it's great to hear from you. I always thought you had a soft spot for Cougs!

 

Thanks everybody. Off to check out the list...

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

The address listed for Dr. Devore is 49 minutes away according to mapquest.

 

Now, does anybody know if she has strictly an 8 to 5 Monday - Friday hours?

 

Thanks!

 

[Saharasmom]

Dr. DeVore has contacted me on the weekends, but I'm not sure if she normally works them. If you call the Greensboro Vet Hospital mentioned above, they can give you her direct contact information. She really was a big help in managing Coltrane's incontinence.

[EllenEveBaz]

Ellen - it's great to hear from you. I always thought you had a soft spot for Cougs!

My secret crush is revealed! Hugs to Cougiebaby.

 

DeVore hours -- She's come to my house at 5 or 5:30, but our location would be on her way home from Greensboro. I prefer contacting her at the High Point number listed in the online directory, just because I think she does the accupuncture work on her own, not in association with Greensboro Veterinary Hospital. The High Point number is a separate line at her house, I think.

 

Scout's home visit costs were around $120 for a standard visit, but more for the first one. Besides the accupuncture, she served as a valuable source of veterinary research and holistic health suggestions for his many exotic ailments and dietary needs. I think she's the main reason he made it through his last 9-10 months. Next time, I won't wait as long to contact her.

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

I left a message on her machine Tuesday but haven't heard anything yet.

 

Do you remember how long the treatments usually took?

[EllenEveBaz]

They lasted roughly an hour or more. She gives the dog time to check her out, then checks out the dog, asks you a lot of questions, feeds the dog biscuits while placing the needles. ... When the needles go in, they stay in for 10-15 minutes? Both Baz and Scout got so relaxed that they often just dozed while we were waiting. She uses a laser (other people have posted about that in GT) in areas where she thinks the dog may be too sensitive to want somebody messing around with needles. Although those are soft and flexible needles that don't hurt (yes, you know I had to try one).

 

Not like her to take too much time replying. However, if she's traveling (which seems to be frequently), she generally leaves a message saying so on the answering machine.

Edited September 4, 2009 by EllenEveBaz

[Guest TaraCoachCougar]

I'll probably try her back tomorrow. Could be that my message got garbled or something. I also thought she may be away. I'd really like to get started as quickly as possible.