Animal Chiropractic for pets
Hands-on adjustment of the spine and joints in animals to support nervous-system function, mobility, and comfort.
Animal chiropractic applies manual adjustment techniques to an animal's spine and joints. Practitioners assess how each joint moves, then use controlled, low-force contacts to address restricted areas, aiming to support normal movement and nervous-system communication. It is most commonly used for dogs and horses with stiffness, gait changes, or sport-performance concerns, and is intended to complement veterinary care rather than replace it.
What to expect: A first visit usually runs 30–45 minutes and starts with history and a moving-and-standing assessment. The practitioner palpates the spine and limbs, then applies specific, quick, low-force adjustments by hand. Most animals tolerate it calmly. Many practitioners ask for a recent veterinary exam first and coordinate findings with your vet. Owners often notice looser movement within a few sessions; ongoing or maintenance visits depend on the animal and the goal.
Good fit for: Your vet has examined the animal and cleared complementary bodywork, The issue is stiffness, mobility, or performance rather than acute illness, You want care coordinated with your primary veterinarian, Your animal generally tolerates handling
Not the right fit if: The animal has an undiagnosed limp, pain, or neurological sign. See a vet first, There is a suspected fracture, disc rupture, infection, or cancer, The animal cannot be handled safely without sedation, You are looking for a cure for a medical disease
Complementary care, not veterinary medicine. For an emergency, contact your veterinarian.
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