Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture
Mobile practice · Serving San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa & Ramona
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About Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture
Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture is a mobile veterinary practice serving San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa & Ramona that lists acupuncture and pain management for dogs and cats.
Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture is a single-practitioner mobile veterinary acupuncture clinic serving San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa, and Ramona. The practice brings treatment directly into the pet's home, explicitly avoiding the stress of car travel and waiting rooms — a model that is especially valuable for anxious pets, seniors, and pets with limited mobility.
Every treatment begins with a combined Western and Eastern medical exam, after which a customized Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) acupuncture plan is developed for the individual patient. This dual evaluation ensures that acupuncture is used appropriately within a broader understanding of the pet's overall health.
Services listed by the practice
- In-Home Veterinary AcupunctureAll treatments at the pet's home.
- TCVM AcupunctureTraditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine approach.
- Combined Western + Eastern ExamDual evaluation before treatment planning.
- Customized Treatment PlansIndividualized to each patient.
- Low-Stress HandlingDesigned for anxious or reactive pets.
- Senior Pet SupportGeriatric-focused acupuncture protocols.
- Mobility SupportTreatment aimed at improving comfort and function.
- Chronic Condition ManagementOngoing treatment for long-term conditions.
Before you book
- Fees: Fees are set by the practice. Ask what the first visit costs and how many sessions are usually suggested.
- Referral and records: Ask whether the practice needs your regular veterinarian to refer you or send your pet’s records.
- Insurance: Ask your pet insurance provider whether acupuncture is covered. See our pet insurance guide.
- What to bring: your pet’s records, current medications and a list of questions.
Animals treated
- Dogs
- Cats
Areas of care
Areas the practice lists on its website:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Orthopedic Pain
- Neurological Issues (incl. IVDD)
- Gastrointestinal Problems
- Skin Problems
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Cancer-Related Symptoms
Conditions such as heart disease, liver disease, cancer-related symptoms need a veterinary diagnosis and monitoring. Acupuncture does not replace them.
Read our condition guides to learn more. Acupuncture is used alongside, not instead of, veterinary diagnosis and care. See the Medical Disclaimer.
Practitioner
Dr. Wendy Lipman, DVM
UC Davis DVM (1994) · Trained and certified in veterinary acupuncture at Chi University (Reddick, Florida) · Certified in acupuncture in 2018 · Provides mobile veterinary acupuncture across San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa, and Ramona.
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Questions about this practice
What areas does Four Paws serve?
The practice serves San Diego, El Cajon, La Mesa, and Ramona. All appointments are in-home — the practice does not operate a walk-in clinic.
Is this a clinic or a mobile practice?
According to the practice, Mobile only. Treatment is brought directly to the pet's home, specifically avoiding the stress of car travel and waiting rooms.
What acupuncture techniques are used?
Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) acupuncture, with treatment plans customized after a combined Western and Eastern medical exam.
Who is the practitioner?
Dr. Wendy Lipman, DVM. According to the practice, She earned her DVM from UC Davis in 1994 and completed her acupuncture certification at Chi University (Reddick, Florida) in 2018.
Does Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture offer acupuncture for dogs and cats?
Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture lists acupuncture among its services for dogs and cats. Ask the practice who performs the acupuncture, what training they have and whether your animal and its condition are a good fit.
Where does Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture work?
Four Paws Mobile Veterinary Acupuncture is a mobile practice. Service area: San Diego · El Cajon · La Mesa · Ramona (mobile only). Confirm with the practice that it visits your address.
How do I contact the practice?
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