Pet Acupuncture in Arlington, VA

For pets living with pain, mobility issues, or chronic conditions, veterinary acupuncture can offer gentle relief. At Cherrydale Veterinary Clinic in Arlington, VA, we use acupuncture as part of a thoughtful pain management plan for dogs and cats — a drug-free option that can work alongside traditional veterinary medicine, or when it isn’t enough.

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What Is Pet Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is an ancient practice that involves placing very small needles at specific points on the body to prompt a natural healing response. Today, we understand these points have a neuro-anatomic basis, and clinical research has shown acupuncture can have positive effects. At Cherrydale, it’s one valuable tool in how we manage pain and support healing for our patients.

Drug-Free Relief

A gentle option that can ease pain and support healing, alongside traditional treatment or when medications aren’t enough.

Certified Care

Dr. Davina Catbagan earned her certification in Veterinary Medical Acupuncture from Colorado State University in 2010.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering whether acupuncture could help your pet? Here are answers to what Arlington pet owners ask us most about this gentle, drug-free therapy.

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What conditions can veterinary acupuncture help with?

Acupuncture can be part of the treatment plan for a wide range of orthopedic, neurologic, and degenerative problems in dogs and cats. It's often a good option when traditional Western treatments haven't been enough, are no longer controlling symptoms well, or when medication side effects limit their use.
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Is acupuncture safe for my pet?

Yes. Acupuncture is a gentle, low-risk therapy, and many pets find it relaxing. At Cherrydale Veterinary Clinic, treatments are performed by Dr. Catbagan, who is certified in Veterinary Medical Acupuncture, so your dog or cat is in experienced hands.
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How do we get started with acupuncture?

If you think your pet could benefit, just reach out and we'll set up a consultation. Our team will evaluate your pet's condition and let you know whether acupuncture is a good fit as part of their care plan.
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When Acupuncture Can Help

Acupuncture is often most valuable for pets dealing with chronic pain, arthritis, or age-related decline — especially when other treatments have reached their limits. It can complement traditional care as part of a broader pain management approach, and for many senior or chronically ill pets, it offers real comfort and a better quality of life. It pairs especially well with our Pet Geriatric Care and recovery support after surgery.

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A Gentle Approach to Pain Management

For many pets, acupuncture means better comfort with fewer medications.

We believe in caring for the whole pet, and acupuncture reflects that. Rather than relying on medication alone, it gives us another way to ease discomfort and support healing — something families of senior and chronically ill pets especially appreciate. Our goal is always your pet’s comfort and quality of life.
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Whole-Pet Care

Acupuncture works alongside traditional medicine as part of a thoughtful, individualized pain management plan.

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Experienced Hands

Treatments are provided by Dr. Catbagan, certified in Veterinary Medical Acupuncture since 2010.

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