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Canine Chiropractic Care
Supporting Mobility, Comfort & Performance
Chiropractic care for dogs is a gentle, effective, and drug-free way to help your pet move and feel better. Whether your dog is a competitive athlete, a hardworking service animal, or a cherished family companion, chiropractic adjustments can promote comfort, prevent injury, and support long-term wellness.
Unlocking Athletic Potential in Canine Competitors
Dogs involved in agility, flyball, dock diving, herding, or other competitive sports perform demanding physical tasks. Repetitive motions, high-impact landings, and twisting movements can lead to joint restrictions, muscle imbalance, and spinal misalignment.
Chiropractic care supports proper alignment and neuromuscular coordination, helping your dog move more efficiently, recover faster, and perform at their best. Many handlers notice enhanced stride, quicker response, and improved focus following regular adjustments.
Supporting Service and Working Dogs
Police K9s, guide dogs, search and rescue, and medical alert animals perform essential, physically demanding roles. These dogs endure daily strain that can lead to overuse injuries or structural compensation.
Routine chiropractic care helps reduce this wear and tear, improves balance and posture, and supports their ability to stay active and focused. It’s a valuable way to protect the health of those who serve us.
Natural Relief from Pain and Stiffness
Is your dog showing signs of discomfort—like difficulty rising, reluctance to play, or changes in gait? These can be signs of underlying musculoskeletal issues such as arthritis, hip dysplasia, or spinal restrictions.
Chiropractic care targets the root of discomfort by improving joint mobility, relieving nerve pressure, and relaxing tense muscles. It’s a safe, non-invasive option that can complement your dog’s existing veterinary care.
Preventing Injuries and Promoting Longevity
Routine adjustments help correct small biomechanical issues before they lead to more serious injuries. By maintaining alignment and natural movement patterns, chiropractic care reduces the risk of sprains, strains, and degenerative changes.
Dogs of all ages—from active puppies to aging seniors—benefit from regular care that supports strength, coordination, and overall vitality.
Enhancing Quality of Life and Behavior
Physical discomfort can lead to changes in behavior—such as irritability, decreased activity, or reluctance to be touched. After chiropractic care, many owners notice their dogs are happier, more relaxed, and more playful.
Improved comfort leads to better mood, better movement, and a stronger bond between pet and owner.
Book a Session for Your Dog
If your dog is active, aging, recovering from injury, or simply in need of better mobility and comfort, canine chiropractic care can help. Contact us today to learn more or schedule an evaluation.
Come in and have your dog added to the album of well adjusted pups!!
Please note:
Dr. Emily McKillican is a Doctor of Chiropractic, licensed in the care of humans. He has attended several hundred hours in the education specific to animal chiropractic.
Dr. McKillican IS NOT a veterinarian and cannot take responsibility for the primary care of an animal.
Chiropractic care IS NOT intended to replace traditional veterinary care, but is considered an alternative therapy, to be used concurrently and in conjunction with a primary veterinarians’ care.
Dr. McKillican will work directly with your animal’s veterinarians to provide the best chiropractic care possible for your large or small pet.
Chiropractic care for animals is for the detection and correction of a vertebral subluxation, to improve function. Your certified animal chiropractor will never diagnose, treat, or give recommendations for the medical care or treatment of any condition. This is the job for your veterinarian.