A Certification Built for Real Small Animal Practice

Dogs and cats are not small horses. Their anatomy, behaviour, stress responses, tolerance levels, handling needs, and session structure require a thoughtful approach. This course teaches acupressure in a way that respects the differences between species. You will learn how to work with dogs and cats appropriately, how to adjust pressure and session length, how to read body language, and how to recognize when an animal needs a gentler approach, a break, or a referral. This is practical education for real animals - not just theory on a page.

Meridian-Based Learning That Goes Beyond Point Memorization

You will learn key acupoints, but the course does not stop there. A strong acupressure practitioner needs to understand how points connect to meridians, how meridians relate to body systems, and how tension, behaviour, digestion, stress, mobility, and overall wellness may all be connected. This course helps you build that deeper understanding so you can choose points with more purpose and begin thinking like a practitioner, not just following a list.

Structured Training With Certification Assignments

This course is designed to guide you from foundational knowledge into hands-on application. You will move through acupressure theory, small animal anatomy and safety, meridian pathways, point location, session planning, protocols, case study expectations, and professional considerations. Certification assignments help you apply what you are learning so you can build skill, confidence, and accountability as you progress.

Is this course right for you?

This certification may be a good fit if you are: A canine or feline bodyworker wanting to add acupressure to your services A massage, Reiki, red light, cupping, myofascial, or holistic animal practitioner wanting to expand your toolbox A student building a foundation in animal wellness and bodywork A practitioner who wants to better understand meridians, point selection, and energetic patterns An animal professional who wants to support dogs and cats through a gentle, non-invasive modality A dedicated owner who wants a deeper, certification-level education in small animal acupressure No previous acupressure experience is required, but students should be prepared to study, practice, observe, and complete certification assignments with care.

Curriculum

15 Chapters · 83 Lessons

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      Disclaimer

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      Introduction, Housekeeping and More

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      Student Discounts

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      Canine Meridian Charts

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      Feline Meridian Charts

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      Introduction to Acupressure

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      Acupressure Methods

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      Acupuncture Vs Acupressure

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      Introduction to Acupoints

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      Acupoint Locations

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      Acupoint Effects

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      Influential Points

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      What do Acupoints do

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      Ting Points

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      Source Points

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      Connecting Points

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      Xi-Cleft Points

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      Alarm points

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      Back Shu Points

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      Command Points

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      Distal Points

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      Anatomy Terms

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      Canine Skeletal System

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      Canine Musculator System

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      Canine Joints

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      Canine internal organs

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      Canine Cardiovascular System

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      Canine Lymphatic System

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      Canine Nervous System

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      Feline Skeletal Anatomy

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      Feline Muscular Anatomy

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      Feline Intugementary System

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      Feline Nervous System

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      Behaviour & Handling

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      Benefits of Acupressure

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      Contraindications of Acupressure

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      Using Acupressure for Assessment & treatment

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      Methods of Application

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      Tonification and Sedation

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      Deficiency vs excess

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      Introducing Acu-Modalities

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      Introduction to TCM

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      Terminology in TCM

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      Flow Of Energy

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      Channels & Meridians

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      Types of Animals

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      5 Elements Chart

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      TCM & Tongues

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      Tongue Diagnosis Examples

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      Tongue Diagnostic Checklist

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      ARTICLE: Types of Dogs

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      VIDEO: Types of Cats

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      The 5 Elements

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      The 5 Emotions

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      Functions and Vital Substances

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      Points to Start a Session

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      YinTang

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      Bai Hui

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      Shu Points

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      Treating Scar Tissue

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      VIDEO: Pressure Demonstration

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      Specific points

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      Massaging Meridians

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      VIDEO: Meridian Massaging

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      Protocols

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      All Points Location & Indication and Localization

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      Creating a Protocol

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      Blank Protocol Feline

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      Blank Protocol Canine

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      Acupressure as a Treatment

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      VIDEO: Warm Up Massage

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      After the session

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      Following a Protocol

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      Using cold laser

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      ARTICLE: Laser Acupuncture (Peer Reviewed)

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      Using Kinesiology

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      Taping acupoints

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      Meridian taping

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      ARTICLE: Moxibustion

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      Cupping Acupoints

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      Using Essential Oils

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      Certification Requirements

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      Grading Rubric

What Can Acupressure Support?

Acupressure is a gentle modality that works with specific points and meridian pathways to encourage balance within the body. In small animal wellness care, acupressure may be used to support: Relaxation and nervous system settling General muscle comfort and mobility support Digestive wellness Senior animal comfort Emotional balance and stress support Immune and seasonal wellness Recovery support after regular activity Whole-body balance Connection and trust between animal and practitioner Acupressure does not replace veterinary medicine and is not used to diagnose, treat, prescribe, or cure disease. Instead, it can become a valuable supportive modality within a holistic wellness approach.

Start Your Small Animal Acupressure Certification

If you are ready to expand your knowledge, support dogs and cats through a gentle holistic modality, and develop a deeper understanding of meridian-based wellness, this certification is a meaningful place to begin. Learn the points. Understand the meridians. Read the animal. Build confidence in your hands. Enroll in the Small Animal Acupressure Certification today.

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