When it comes to preparing your dog or cat for a show, trial, or competition, most people focus on grooming, training, and nutrition. But there’s another key element that can significantly enhance your animal’s performance in the ring: chiropractic care. Whether your...
If your dog or cat suffers from chronic pain, arthritis, spinal problems, degenerative joint disease, intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) or post-surgical discomfort, you may have heard of Class 4 laser therapy as a treatment option. But how does it actually work?...
As a certified animal chiropractor and certified canine rehabilitation practitioner, one of the most common breeds I work with—by far—are bulldogs, particularly French Bulldogs. While they’re undeniably adorable and full of personality, bulldogs are also among the...
Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL, called ACL in humans – anterior vs vet med cranial) disease can occur all of the sudden due to a trauma or more commonly due to degenerative changes in the stifle (knee) over time. One of the most common mechanisms of a CCL tear...
Class IV therapeutic laser therapy and extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) are both non-invasive treatments used in healthcare to promote healing and alleviate pain in animals, including dogs and cats. While they share some therapeutic effects, their mechanisms of...
