London Veterinary Acupuncture

Mobile clinic in South London

London Veterinary Acupuncture

Mobile clinic in South London

About Me

Compassionate Care

I offer veterinary acupuncture to dogs and cats in South London. I provide a mobile service, with treatments taking place in the comfort of your own home, where your pet is most relaxed. I am committed to reducing the environmental impact of my business and use an electric car with zero emissions for all home visits.

Experienced Veterinarian: Carolyn Smith MSc MA VetMB CertAVP(SAM) MRCVS

I qualified as a vet from the University of Cambridge in 2011 and I founded London Veterinary Acupuncture in 2021. I am a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and a member of the Association of British Veterinary Acupuncturists. I have a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (Small Animal Medicine), giving me the experience and knowledge to treat your pet in a complete and effective way.

A Personal Approach

Once you have registered interest with London Veterinary Acupuncture, I will contact your vet for your pet's medical history, to enable me to have the information I need to formulate an individual treatment plan. I will also require your vet to sign a consent to treat form.

Information For Referring Vets

If you would like to refer a case for acupuncture, please send me a message using the box at the bottom of the page or send me an email at info@londonveterinaryacupuncture.co.uk.

Price List

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@londonveterinaryacupuncture.co.uk if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What is acupuncture?

Acupuncture involves the insertion of fine, sterile needles into muscles at certain points on the body to stimulate sensory nerves and encourage release of endorphins.

Will my pet sit still during the treatment?

Most pets relax during the treatment and do not mind the needles going in. For some of our friends, in-out needling is more appropriate - this means the needles still going in at the same points but these are not left in-dwelling. This can still have beneficial effects and allows the pet to have treatment at their own pace.

How soon will my pet feel better?

In most cases, I recommend an initial block of 4 sessions at weekly intervals - by weeks 3-4, there should be a noticeable improvement in many conditions. If this is the case, then we can continue treatments every 2-4 weeks as required. If not, it is likely that your pet may not respond to further sessions. Treatment plans vary by condition and this will be discussed with you in more detail at the first session.

What conditions can acupuncture be used for?

Pain is the most common symptom we treat. This can be back pain (disc disease, muscle pain, arthritis), joint pain (arthritis, cruciate ligament rupture) and post-surgery. Other conditions include chronic pancreatitis, feline lower urinary tract disease and peripheral nerve problems.

Do I stop my pet's pain medication when they start having acupuncture?

There is no need. Acupuncture works as an adjunctive treatment - complimenting the treatment they are already on.

How long do sessions last?

The first session lasts 45-60 minutes, with needles being in for up to 20 minutes, depending on how your pet reacts. The subsequent sessions last 30-45 minutes, sometimes with different or additional needles placed, depending on how your pet is progressing.

How much do sessions cost?

There is a flat fee of £95 per session, without an additional charge for mileage. All sessions are a home-visit service. We work with your insurer to process claims (without any admin fees) and most insurers will cover acupuncture - please check your policy for details.

What do I do if I'm worried about a side-effect of the treatment afterwards?

Contact us by phone or email info@londonveterinaryacupuncture.co.uk. After normal office hours, there is an emergency vet based at Parkvets Hospital who will be able to help you:

Parkvets Hospital, 53-55 Maidstone Road, Sidcup, DA14 5HB - 0208 300 8111