Testimonials

  • Dr. Elisa is, without exaggeration, the kindest and most thoughtful veterinarian I have ever met. Someone else beat me to saying it but it's true! Also, the services that Acupeture provides are so unique, they deserve to be spotlighted and put in front of so many more dog owners who are seeking compassionate, science-based, healing care for their pet. My sweet girl Harriet (rest in peace) was visited every week for full body acupuncture, laser and manual therapy for a range of conditions--she was treated for arthritis, IVDD, and cancer pain. It was of great comfort to us that Dr. Elisa is not only an amazing person to work with and Fear Free (which means no putting unnecessary stress on the dog, very very important for our anxious, old girl), but is highly educated (UC Davis Vet Med) and up to date on the field. Seriously, how often do you find someone who so expertly stands between conventional and holistic methods, has such genuine love for her patients, and is really just lovely to be around? Not often! Harriet fought bravely against everything she dealt with and I firmly believe the love and treatments she received from Acupeture made a difference. Thank you, we love you!!!!!

    - Harriet and Tilly’s Owner

  • "Dr. McAfee has been taking care of my senior chihuahua, Benji, for his IVDD since the summer, and I couldn't be happier with her care. Despite being very skittish, Benji feels completely at ease with her thanks to her calm and intuitive demeanor. She reads his signals so well and adjusts her approach to make him as comfortable as possible. Dr. McAfee is thorough, thoughtful, and always keeps Benji's overall health in mind when deciding on treatments. Her focus on pain management and teaching him full range of motion has made a huge difference--his back has improved significantly, and he has so much more energy now. I highly recommend Dr. McAfee to anyone looking for compassionate and expert care for their pets. She truly goes above and beyond!"

    - Benji’s Owner

  • "Dr. McAfee comes to our home to treat our big dog Woody for spinal pain and nerve issues emanating from his spinal region (above his tail) impairing the mobility of his hind quarters. That completely relieves him (and us) from the stress and pain of managing to get him in and out of the car and the stress of coping in a place that is strange to him and involves navigating other animals who are also under stress. Dr. McAfee's knowledge and skill is tops -- Davis trained, and up on the most current and effective veterinary diagnosis strategies, treatments and therapies. Her gentleness and compassion is unmatched by any vet I have taken any of my animals to in more than 50 years. She's just the best and Woody adores her. We do, too. Thank you, Dr. McAfee. We'd give you a million stars, if we could."

    — Woody’s Owner

  • "Dr. Elisa McAfee is a miracle worker. My lovely dear mini poodle lost the ability to walk and use his hind legs. Elisa started massage, PT and acupuncture and within 3 weeks my boy was walking again. She gave me exercises to do with him and he was back to his old self. There are not enough stars in the world to give to her. She was and is a true Godsend. We will always consider ourselves to be grateful we found her. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You gave Godfrey back his mobility."

    — Godfrey’s Owner

  • "Dr. Elisa is the kindest, calmest most knowledgable and caring vet we have ever met. She cared for our 11 year old Labrador when her hips were failing her. She came to our home, Sushu took to her right away, she spent a lot of time watching Sushu and asking questions to help correctly diagnose her. She gave Sushu a number of sessions of acupuncture-you would think a dog would not tolerate that! But Sushu felt so calm and protected with Elisa that she seemed to look forward to the sessions and eventually relaxed so much that she basically fell asleep for the procedure. I highly recommend Elisa and Acupeture for your loved pet. She is absolutely the best."

    — Sushu’s Owner