The most common comment I receive when parents bring their dog to receive chiropractic care is, "I wish I had known about animal chiropractic and brought my dog in sooner." While the majority of my patients come in with acute injuries or when arthritis starts to set in, I also think that puppies can benefit from chiropractic care.  While you wouldn't immediately think of bringing your puppy to the chiropractor, periodic appointments to check their musculoskeletal health is just as important to their developing health as veterinarian appointments. As puppies tend to rough house a lot and ..read more

Arthritis in dogs refers to any condition that causes inflammation of the joints between bones (arthritis literally means joint inflammation). This inflammation causes pain and stiffness around the joints, which can make normal activities more difficult for your dog. Arthritis affects millions of pets each year; if not managed properly, it can cause significant pain and dramatically reduce your pet's ability to live a happy, active life. With that said, there are plenty of ways you can help your arthritic dog live a happy, healthy lifestyle without allowing his condition to slow him down. We’v ..read more

What is Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD)? Canine hip dysplasia is a common skeletal condition affecting the hip (coxofemoral joint). It occurs when a dog’s hip joint(s) doesn’t develop correctly. Just like people, a dog’s hip joint functions as a ball and socket. In a healthy hip joint, the ball (femoral head) and socket (acetabulum) move together, sliding smoothly. The femoral head should fit inside of the acetabulum and move snugly without friction. In dogs with CHD, the joint doesn't develop properly and the ball and socket grind and rub against one another. Over time, the constant grindin ..read more

WHAT IS DEGENERATIVE JOINT DISEASE (DJD)? Degenerative joint disease (DJD) is more commonly known as osteoarthritis. It is a progressive, non-infectious condition of weight-bearing joints leading to the loss of joint movement and, in many cases, pain. Degenerative joint disease is characterized by thinning cartilage, buildup of fluid within the joint, and the formation of bony outgrowths (osteophytes) around the joint. This joint degeneration can be caused by trauma, infection, the body’s own immune system, malformation during development but is most commonly caused by aging changes in a join ..read more

Are you tired of seeing your dog in pain or struggle with their loss of agility? Have you tried medications or other veterinary interventions to help relieve their discomfort, but haven’t seen the results you seek? If your dog hasn’t responded well or has had negative side effects from medications or other standard treatments, or if your dog isn’t a candidate for surgery, it may be time for you to consider a dog chiropractor. The following are the top five reason your dog needs a chiropractor. 1) Musculoskeletal Conditions Degenerative Joint Disease (arthritis, osteoarthritis) Intervert ..read more