Canine Chiropractic Assessment

Chiropractic is a natural health care modality that utilizes adjustments to misaligned vertebrae. A full clinical examination needs to be performed to determine if/where the spine is misaligned. ​ Every creature with a spine has the potential to become misaligned. This can lead to problems that negatively impact their health, such as pain, joint/muscle dysfunction, and more. ​ Animal chiropractic is not a replacement for veterinary medicine, but is a natural adjunctive health care modality and can help your dog recover from an injury, improve their ranges of motion and feel great!

The initial assessment is $140 ($80 exam + $60 adjustment). Regular follow up adjustment visits after that are $60.

We consult with your veterinarian on your dog's health prior to beginning chiropractic care. Before your first appointment, please send your veterinarian our consultation form so that they can offer their input. ​ Unfortunately some veterinarians are not open to animal chiropractic and are unwilling to participate in this consultation process. If your vet declines to offer consultation notes, please let us know and we will work with you to help get your dog under care.

Generally speaking, the first day after the adjusted your dog is likely to feel a little tired or even a little tender. So it's recommended that you plan your assessment on a day the don't have any big responsibilities. While dogs tend to respond quickly to chiropractic care, it's not uncommon for a dog to require a few visits before changes are noticed. ​ Consistency with the adjustments and home care exercises will be crucial to the recovery of your pet.

One of the most common questions we get is, "Can chiropractic help my dog with (insert condition here)?" The short answer usually is: "It very well could! We'll need to do an assessment to determine if there are any chiropractic misalignments and if chiropractic is the right treatment option for your dog." ​ The reality is, conditions like arthritis, knee injuries, hip problems, shoulder issues, and spinal conditions can be aggravated by or secondary to misalignment of the spine or other major joints. In order to determine if chiropractic can help your dog, we need to start with an assessment. ​ That said, we have successfully worked with dogs with all kinds of issues including arthritis, ACL injuries, strained muscles, IVDD, gait issues, and much more.

Chiropractic is a great tool for helping to relieve stress from the joints, spine and nervous system. The techniques we use are gentle and minimally invasive. Unlike chiropractic videos you might see online, there's no snapping or popping of our canine patients. ​ While Dr. Sean has worked with dogs of all ages (including puppies only a few weeks old) the majority of his patients tend to be mature and senior dogs. Senior dogs tend to be our patient who get the best results- they have dealt with more stress on their bodies for a longer period of time, and appear to love the relief they get after their adjustments.

In order to determine if your dog requires chiropractic care, a physical and neurological examination must be performed. During this hands-on exam, the doctor will describe what he is doing and show you all relevant findings. If it's determined that your dog is a candidate for chiropractic care (and so long as you have our veterinary consultation forms completed), he/she will be adjusted at that first visit. ​ At the end of the appointment, you will be given home care instructions based on the needs of your dog.