GVT Weijian Dog Acupuncture Point
Wěi Jiān 尾尖（兽用）Professional veterinary acupuncture overview of GVT Weijian (尾尖) in dogs, including anatomical location, wind-stroke, heat stroke, and diarrhea applications, vet emergency point function, blood-letting technique, clinical pairings, and safety notes.
| Chinese Name | 尾尖（兽用） |
| Pinyin | Wěi Jiān |
| Meridian | Governing Vessel (Vet) / Extra Point (督脉兽用) |
| Anatomical Location | At the tip of the tail, on the dorsal midline at the very end of the tail. In dogs, this point is located on the dorsal surface at the terminal end of the tail. |
| Main Indications | Wind-stroke, heat stroke, diarrhea, emergency situations, collapse, acute neurological conditions, syncope, coma, convulsions, seizures, fever, acute abdominal pain, back pain, tail pain, paralysis. |
| Classical Function | ⭐ Vet emergency point; Blood-letting point (confirmed in Image 1). |
| Meridian Color | Governing Vessel (Vet) | Sea of Yang Meridians | Blue |
Clinical Overview
In veterinary acupuncture practice, GVT is one of the most critical emergency points for treating acute conditions, heat stroke, wind-stroke, and collapse in dogs.
TCVM practitioners often include GVT in emergency protocols aimed at reviving the sprite, clearing heat, stopping diarrhea, and treating acute neurological conditions.
Veterinary Disclaimer
This educational content is not intended to replace professional veterinary diagnosis or treatment. Acupuncture and electroacupuncture should only be performed by a licensed veterinarian or certified veterinary acupuncturist.
Vet Emergency & Blood-Letting Point
GVT is a **vet emergency point** and **blood-letting point** (confirmed in veterinary acupuncture images). It is a primary point for **acute emergency conditions, heat stroke, wind-stroke, and collapse** in dogs. This point is often used in **emergency resuscitation protocols**, **heat stroke treatment**, and **acute neurological crisis** management. GVT helps **revive the spirit (Shen)**, clear excess heat, and open the meridians in emergency situations.
Emergency Use Warning
GVT is primarily used for emergency situations only. Blood-letting technique at this point should **only be performed by licensed veterinarians** in emergency settings. This is not a routine acupressure point for home use. Immediate veterinary care is essential for heat stroke, wind-stroke, or collapse.
GVT Canine Acupuncture Point Placeholder
Use this area for the canine GVT map or your future TCVM illustration (Figure 1 红点标 GVT).
Pinpoint Location
Anatomical Landmark
On the dorsal surface of the tail, locate the very tip/end of the tail. GVT is at the tip of the tail, on the dorsal midline at the very end of the tail. In dogs, palpate the tail from base to tip, and this point is located at the terminal end on the dorsal (top) surface.
Primary Clinical Indications
- Wind-stroke: A classic emergency point for wind-stroke, acute neurological conditions, syncope, and coma.
- Heat stroke: Frequently used for heat stroke, fever, and excess heat conditions. GVT clears heat and revives the spirit.
- Diarrhea: Key point for acute diarrhea, especially in emergency settings with collapse or dehydration.
- Emergency collapse: Commonly included for collapse, convulsions, seizures, acute abdominal pain, and life-threatening conditions.
Recommended Point Pairings
In clinical veterinary acupuncture, GVT is typically used as a single emergency point, but may be paired with other emergency and resuscitation points in critical situations.
Frequently paired with GV26 (Naohai) for emergency resuscitation, collapse, syncope, and coma. This is the classic "emergency duo" for critical conditions.
Often combined with GV14 (Dazhui), LI11 (Quchi), and BL12 for heat stroke, fever, and excess heat conditions.
May be integrated with GV20 (Baihui), GV24 (Shenting), and PC7 for convulsions, seizures, and acute neurological conditions.
Modern Veterinary Interpretation
From a modern veterinary emergency perspective, GVT is positioned at the tail tip and is highly effective for heat stroke, wind-stroke, collapse, and acute neurological crisis.
Integrative veterinarians may use this point within broader emergency resuscitation, heat stroke treatment, and acute neurological support plans involving acupuncture, blood-letting, and emergency medical management.
Safety & Technique Notes
Professional Veterinary Use Only
GVT blood-letting technique should ONLY be performed by licensed veterinarians in emergency settings. Recommended technique for blood-letting: pinch the tail tip and use a sterile needle to prick the tip and let 1–3 drops of blood, or clip a small portion of the tail tip nail to release blood. This is strictly for emergency use.
Home Use Warning
This is NOT recommended for home acupressure. GVT is an emergency point primarily for veterinary use in critical situations. If your dog shows signs of heat stroke, wind-stroke, or collapse, seek immediate veterinary care rather than attempting home treatment.
Editorial & Veterinary Review
This educational resource was prepared by the PetAcu editorial team using veterinary acupuncture references, TCVM educational materials, canine rehabilitation resources, and integrative veterinary literature.
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