Did you know?

Animal chiropractors have been helping animals for more than 25 years in Ontario.
They provide safe, non-invasive care for animals and pets with mobility and performance-related issues. 

Just like humans, animals suffer from problems related to spinal disorders. This can cause pain and stiffness that impacts their daily activities. As spine, muscle and joint experts, animal chiropractors can help reduce pain, restore normal motion and improve performance.
Specialized animal chiropractors have extensive training. They are regulated health professionals that animal and pet owners can access without a referral in Ontario. Animal chiropractic care can be used alongside traditional veterinary treatments as an integrated approach to improving an animal’s overall health and quality of life.

Benefits of animal chiropractic care include:

•  Reduced pain and discomfort
•  Faster recovery from surgery or injury
•  Improved mobility and range of motion
•  Enhanced performance, especially for working animals

Did you know?

Animal chiropractors have been helping animals for more than 26 years in Ontario.
They provide safe, effective care for animals and pets with mobility and performance-related issues. 

Just like humans, animals suffer from problems related to spinal disorders. This can cause pain and stiffness that impacts their daily activities. As spine, muscle and joint experts, animal chiropractors can help reduce pain, restore normal motion and improve performance.
Specialized animal chiropractors have extensive training. They are regulated health professionals that animal and pet owners can access without a referral in Ontario. Animal chiropractic care can be used alongside traditional veterinary treatments as an integrated approach to improving an animal’s overall health and quality of life.

Benefits of animal chiropractic care include:

•  Reduced pain and discomfort
•  Faster recovery from surgery or injury
•  Improved mobility and range of motion
•  Enhanced performance, especially for working animals
Horse receiving chiropractic care

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, animal chiropractic care is a safe and well-established practice that animal and pet owners in Ontario have relied on for more than 25 years. Animal chiropractors are regulated health professionals who complete extensive training in the specialized field of animal chiropractic after becoming licensed chiropractors. Animal chiropractic is regulated by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario (CCO).

No, you do not need a referral to access animal chiropractic care in Ontario.

Animal chiropractors can help reduce pain, restore normal motion, and improve performance in animals and pets that suffer from problems related to spinal and movement disorders.

While animal chiropractic care is effective for both small and large animals, animal chiropractors most commonly see cats, dogs, and horses; however, any animal with a spine could develop spinal problems and may benefit from chiropractic care.

Typically, animal chiropractic care begins when you notice changes in your pet’s mobility or movement behaviour. Your pet may seem “off”, struggle with things they usually do quickly or be less willing to play or interact.
Consider seeing an animal chiropractor if your pet begins to have difficulty with daily activities, including lying down and getting up, going up and down stairs, and/or getting in and out of the car. For larger, working animals like horses, some signs to look out for include difficulty lifting a leg or sensitivity while grooming and/or changing leads.

Much like a chiropractic consultation for a human, your pet’s first animal chiropractic visit will include a comprehensive evaluation. This includes taking a full health history, reviewing your animal’s veterinary record, physically examining your pet and conducting a gait analysis to observe how they move.
In addition, a visit usually involves hands-on treatment of your pet’s muscles and joints. Most animals love this part and relax nicely during the treatment.
Depending on the animal’s condition and needs, the chiropractor may also give you some exercises to do at home with your pet to help them regain strength and mobility.
It’s important to note that any animals exhibiting signs that require immediate veterinary attention before manual assessment e.g., recent trauma, illness, infection, or severe pain, will be referred to their veterinarian right away. While these animals typically don’t go to a chiropractor for care first, animal chiropractors do know the signs and conditions that require immediate veterinarian referral and collaborative management.

No, animal chiropractic care is not meant to replace veterinary care or surgery. Veterinarians and animal chiropractors have different areas of expertise, but they can work together as a collaborative team for the benefit of your pet. Many animal and pet owners in Ontario have long been using animal chiropractic care alongside traditional veterinary treatments as an integrated approach to improving the overall health and quality of life of their animals.
Dr. Kim Adie posed with her three dogs

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Read this blog post by animal chiropractor, Dr. Kim Adie to learn more.