Canine Incontinence Can be Helped with Acupressure

Urinary  incontinence is a troubling condition characterized by the loss of control over urination. This symptom can exhibit as the inability to hold urine until your dog can reach an outdoor area or to involuntary leakage, often when sleeping.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, urinary incontinence is seen as more than a localized problem but rather as an indicator of an underlying imbalance within the body’s vital energies.

TCM identifies several patterns of disharmony, including Cold invading the Bladder or a Deficiency of Kidney Yang, that can result in incontinence. By focusing on restoring balance and strengthening the body's Chi (vital energy), TCM  addresses both the indicators and the underlying disharmonies resulting in incontinence.

Kidney Source /Jing chi decreases as your dog ages until there's not enough to sustain life. As this aging process occurs there's a general slowing down of the zang-fu organs. Acupressure is an effective way to increase chi and blood circulation and improves your dog's vitality and body functions. This can include relieving or minimizing canine incontinence.

If you have a dog struggles with incontinence, acupressure might be the solution you've been looking for. By applying gentle pressure to specific points on your dog's body, you can help improve their bladder control and overall well-being. Acupressure is a safe and effective alternative therapy that can be easily incorporated into your pet's routine. Give it a try and see the positive impact it can have on your dog's incontinence issues! Is your older dog exhibiting canine incontinence?

Acupressure can benefit this condition. Here's how!

Gently stimulate the points shown on the chart below. Begin applying gently but firm pressure (about 1 pound of pressure) on each acupoint. Hold each point until you feel a release or for about 30 seconds. Begin with Bl 23 and continue your way down to Ki 4. Remember to stimulate Bl 23 and Ki 4 on both the left and right sides of your dog as these points are bi-lateral. CV3 and CV 4 are found on the ventral midline only.  Use the point location provided in the chart below to check your location.