Description of experience: "Ella performs acupuncture, massage, electro-stimulation and Chinese herbs for me and my dog, Otis."

Member comments: "When my dog fell ill with cancer, I was referred to Ella by a vet. For about four months, my 6-year-old pug saw her weekly for acupuncture and Chinese herbs.

"Her ability to work with animals is truly inspiring. She's helped keep his immune system working well enough to avoid chemotherapy.

"One day, I was under a lot of stress and had a migraine, so Ella offered to treat me with acupuncture. I was anxious and doubtful. However, Ella's calm personality put me at ease. Now I see her once a week.

"She's helped me work on my stress, immunity, headaches, stiff muscles, digestion, sleep and even a lower-back injury. I'm so very thankful I found her and for the help she's provided to both me and my dog."