Chiropractic Care for Animals

Dogs, cats and other furry creatures can benefit from chiropractic as well. It can be difficult for pet owners to know if their fur baby could use care, but in general, pets suffering from stiffness, arthritis, sports injuries, periods of cage rest or confinement and post-surgical soreness can benefit tremendously.

Here are some other signs to look for:

• Change in mood (sad, grumpy, aggression) or behaviour

• Disinterest or inability to do usual activities

• Showing sensitivity or watching while being touched or groomed

• Muscle atrophy or wasting

• "Hunched" or sagging spine

• Difficulty going up/down stairs/furniture

• Limping

• Excessive licking of limb

• Difficulty getting up off the floor

• Splaying/slipping legs on the floor

• Incontinence

• Keeping head low or tucking the tail under

• Vestibular disease or balance issues

• Sitting with legs to one side

• Difficulty squatting or lifting a leg to urinate

• Standing with back legs in wide or narrow stance

• Reluctance to wear collars and harnesses

• Decreased or changed performance in an athlete

• Abnormal gait includes short-striding, overreaching, side-winding, crabbing, bunny-hopping, pacing, stumbling and head-bobbing.

• Just seems "off"

It is important to note that chiropractic is not an alternative to veterinary care but rather a complement to it. Optimally, the chiropractor and veterinarian can collaborate to provide the most integrative care possible for your pet.

Dr. Larisa offers Chiropractic Care for Animals WEDNESDAYs, 9:30am – 12:30pm.