What We Offer

We are offering a dedicated mobile acupuncture service in Waimakariri/North Christchurch to provide supportive treatment for cats and dogs in the comfort of their own home.

Professional Care

Tara has been treating pets with acupuncture within companion animal vet clinics for over 9 years. She holds a Certificate in Advanced Studies in Western Veterinary Acupuncture and Chronic Pain Management. About Me

How Does Acupuncture Work?

Acupuncture involves the placement of very fine needles into the skin or muscle to stimulate a response in both the local cells and nervous system. It is commonly used for pets to help relieve chronic pain, especially in arthritic cats and dogs and those with spinal disease. For more information on how acupuncture works, please click here

Pain Management

Improved Mobility

Holistic Healing

Testimonials

Lily

Testimonial 1

"After my Jack Russell, Lily, was hit by a car she was left with severe nerve damage to her face, Dr. Tara's acupuncture treatments made an incredible difference. Her empathy and gentle approach helped Lily feel safe and calm, and over time Lily regained full nerve function in her eye and nose. Dr. Tara's care truly restored her quality of life — she healed not just physically, but emotionally too. I can't recommend Dr. Tara highly enough."

Molly

Testimonial 2

"Molly surprised me with her relaxed response to acupuncture as she is such an active cat. She would just relax as the needles were placed and she would watch the birds out the window. The treatments made a huge difference for her painful knee and enabled her to make a full recovery without surgery."

Addie

Testimonial 3

Dr. Tara's acupuncture worked wonders for my dog Addie's neck. The treatment was gentle and pain-free, and Addie loved every moment—her neck problem completely resolved, and she's now happy, relaxed, and pain-free!"

Integrated Care

AcuPaws is a dedicated veterinary service in North Canterbury providing acupunture for pets in their home environment. Acupuncture should be used as part of a multi-modal pain management programme. We will work closely with your vet and/or physio to optimise outcomes for your pet. For emergency care you should contact your primary veterinary clinic directly.