LU9 Tai Yuan (太渊) Dog Acupuncture Point
In dogs, LU9 (Tai Yuan, 太渊) is a point on the Lung meridian. Location: Distal to the medial styloid process and the radial carpal bone, on the medial end of the carpal joint crease, medial to the radial artery. Traditional indications in this chart include respiratory problems, cough with sputum, asthma.
This page is educational. It describes a point in dogs as listed in traditional charts and does not give treatment advice. Points should be needled only by trained veterinary professionals. See our Medical Disclaimer.
Quick facts
- Species
- Dog
- Point code
- LU9
- Pinyin
- Tai Yuan
- Chinese name
- 太渊
- Meridian
- Lung
- Element or system
- Metal
- Point category and notes
- Yuan-Source; Hui of Vessels
Where is LU9 Tai Yuan on a dog?
Distal to the medial styloid process and the radial carpal bone, on the medial end of the carpal joint crease, medial to the radial artery.
Point locations are approximate and vary with breed and body size. A trained practitioner finds the point by feeling anatomical landmarks.
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Traditional indications
- Respiratory problems
- cough with sputum
- asthma
- pain in the chest, in the carpus, or inside the foreleg
- circulatory disorders
- vascular disorders
- compared with LU-7, it is used more frequently for internal deficiency disorders
Indications are taken from traditional veterinary acupuncture charts. They describe how the point has been used and are not proof that it treats these conditions in dogs.
Dog conditions that mention LU9 Tai Yuan
PetAcu dog condition guides that name this point:
Points often discussed alongside LU9 Tai Yuan
These points appear in the same dog condition guides. A practitioner chooses a combination for each dog.
See these points together on a printable dog acupuncture point chart with English and Chinese names, available as a digital download from PetAcu.
Safety notes
Needling should only be done by a trained veterinary professional. Needle depth, angle and technique depend on the point, the size of the dog and its condition.
Some owners are shown gentle acupressure by their veterinarian. Do not press on a painful area, and stop if your dog shows pain, guarding or anxiety. If your dog suddenly cannot walk or is in severe pain, see a veterinarian immediately.
Questions about LU9 Tai Yuan
Where is LU9 Tai Yuan on a dog?
Distal to the medial styloid process and the radial carpal bone, on the medial end of the carpal joint crease, medial to the radial artery. Locations are approximate and are found by palpation by a trained practitioner.
What is LU9 Tai Yuan used for in veterinary acupuncture?
The source chart lists respiratory problems, cough with sputum, asthma, pain in the chest, in the carpus, or inside the foreleg, circulatory disorders, vascular disorders, compared with LU-7, it is used more frequently for internal deficiency disorders as traditional indications. This is traditional use and not proof of effect.
Can I use LU9 Tai Yuan at home?
Needling should only be done by a trained veterinary professional. Gentle acupressure is sometimes shown by veterinarians, so ask yours first, especially if your dog is in pain, has a spinal problem or has not been examined.
Is there a printable or downloadable dog acupuncture point chart?
Yes. PetAcu offers a printable dog acupuncture point chart and illustrated point cards as an instant digital download, with English and Chinese names, so points such as LU9 Tai Yuan are easy to find again. Editable files are available for study notes and clinic handouts. See the printable dog acupuncture point cards or browse PetAcu digital products. A chart is a learning and reference aid, not a treatment plan.
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Other Lung points with guides
Species: dog. Point data compiled by PetAcu from Acupuncture for Dogs and Cats: A Pocket Atlas (Eul-Matern, Thieme, 2nd edition, 2022). Back to the dog acupuncture points chart or the veterinary acupuncture points atlas. Looking for a downloadable version? Get the dog acupuncture chart and point cards or other PetAcu digital charts.