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Learn Animal Acupressure Online for Horses, Dogs, & Cats

Discover the healing power of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) through our online acupressure courses for pet owners and professionals. Whether you're just starting out or deepening your skills, our courses provide step-by-step instruction on meridians, Chi, the Five Element Theory, point location, and energy assessment techniques—specifically for horses, dogs, and cats. Study at your own pace with video lessons, downloadable acupressure charts, and detailed point guides. Learn how to support your animal’s health naturally with acupressure for anxiety, digestion, pain, seasonal changes, and more. Start your journey into holistic animal wellness today from the comfort of your home.

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What's included: Self-paced video lessons • Downloadable acupressure charts • Point location guides • Energy assessment techniques • Lifetime course access

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Learn how to support your animal's health naturally. Click any course below for complete details.

Practitioner performing equine acupressure on a horse to support holistic wellness and energy balance
Equine Acupressure being practiced on a horse after taking the online courses from Poll to Pastern.

Course Overviews

Professional Level I Courses (Equine, Canine, & Feline)

Master the foundations of animal acupressure through Traditional Chinese Medicine principles, meridian systems, and species-specific techniques.

 

Each Professional Level I course covers:

  • Core TCM Foundations: Acupressure theory, Vital Substances, and Zang-Fu organ systems

  • Meridian Mastery: Identify major meridian pathways and accurately locate key acupoints for your chosen species

  • Assessment Skills: Four Examinations (Looking, Listening/Smelling, Asking, Palpating), Vitality Rating, and energy flow evaluation

  • Point Categories: Source, Alarm, Master, Influential, Connecting (Luo), and Jing-Well Points

  • Species-Specific Anatomy: Skeletal and muscular landmarks for accurate point location

  • Hands-On Techniques: Safe, effective touch adapted to each animal's comfort and body language

  • Photopuncture Introduction: Red and near-infrared light therapy as a complementary tool

  • Practical Applications: Support for anxiety, digestion, respiratory function, mobility, allergies, and more

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Five Element Theory for Animals (Professional Level II or Independent Study)

Deepen your practice by mastering the Five Element Theory—a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

 

This advanced course teaches you to:

  • Elemental Constitutions: Understand Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water elements and their influence on animal behavior, health, and emotions

  • Creation & Control Cycles: Apply elemental relationships to assessment and point selection

  • Energy Pattern Assessment: Identify Hot/Cold, Excess/Deficiency, Yin/Yang, Acute/Chronic, and Interior/Exterior patterns

  • External Pathogen Recognition: Work with Wind, Cold, Heat, Damp, Dryness, and Summer Heat

  • Seasonal Shift Support: Adjust sessions based on seasonal energy changes

  • Advanced Session Planning: Create tailored protocols using elemental constitution, Command Points, and case study analysis

 

Foundations for Owners Courses (Equine & Canine) 

Perfect for pet and horse owners who want to support their animal's wellness at home. These accessible courses teach foundational acupressure techniques without the advanced professional-level content. Learn key points and simple sessions to help with everyday health and behavioral support.

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About Your Instructor

Learn from a Nationally Certified Expert

Stephanie Pope brings both hands-on practice experience and a deep commitment to education to every course she creates. As the founder of Poll to Pastern and a practicing acupressure practitioner since 2019, Stephanie has worked with hundreds of horses, dogs, and cats—giving her real-world insight into what works in the field.


Qualifications & Certifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Animal Science (Equine Specialization), University of Florida – Magna Cum Laude

  • Nationally Certified Equine Acupressure Practitioner (NBCAAM)

  • Nationally Certified Small Animal Acupressure Practitioner (NBCAAM)

  • 300-Hour Equine Acupressure Practitioner Certification, Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute

  • 300-Hour Small Animal Acupressure Practitioner Certification, Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute

  • Certified in Red Light Therapy for Animals

  • Current Veterinary Technology Student


Why Learn from Stephanie?

Stephanie doesn't just teach theory—she practices what she teaches every day. Her courses are built on years of hands-on experience working with animals of all temperaments and conditions. She understands the nuances of reading animal body language, adapting techniques to individual personalities, and building confidence in new practitioners.

Her teaching philosophy is simple: make Traditional Chinese Medicine accessible, practical, and immediately applicable. Whether you're a pet owner wanting to support your animal's wellness at home or a professional building a holistic practice, Stephanie's courses give you the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

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Stephanie's Commitment to Your Success

Learning animal acupressure is a journey, and Stephanie is with you every step of the way. Through course discussion boards and direct communication, you'll have access to her expertise as you practice and grow. Her goal is not just to teach you techniques, but to help you develop the confidence and intuition needed to truly support animal wellness through Traditional Chinese Medicine.

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What You'll Receive

All Professional Level I Courses (Equine, Canine, Feline) include:

  • Certificate of Completion 

  • NBCAAM Continuing Education Credit (approved for CE hours)

  • Lifetime Course Access

  • Direct Instructor Support

  • Downloadable Resources: Acupressure charts, point guides, and reference materials you can use in practice

 

Five Element Theory Course includes:

  • Certificate of Completion

  • NBCAAM Continuing Education Credit (approved for CE hours)

  • Lifetime Access to all course content

  • Direct Instructor Support

  • Downloadable Resources

 

Note: Foundations for Owners courses provide certificates of completion but are not NBCAAM-recognized, as they are designed for personal use rather than professional practice.

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