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We love our dogs. They are a part of our family and we would do anything to help them. That is why it hits us so hard whenever they struggle with their health. One of the major populations in our practice are older dogs, and there’s a reason. Aging is...
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Say hi to Hannah! Hannah is a beautiful 15 year old chocolate lab that has been incredibly healthy her entire life. This past month Hannah began to exhibit signs of what looked like a stroke. Her head tilted, she was hardly able to walk, and her appetite was nonexistent (obviously...
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We often get asked for nutrition advice with respect to pets. We are by no mean experts, but we do hear a lot of things through the grape vine. Nutrition is a super complex issue and there are many foods out there. There is wet, freeze-dried, raw, kibble and more....
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Your dog came to us in pain and limping, but after a few adjustments looks great. This is awesome news, but now what? As animal chiropractors, we definitely want to get your pet out of pain. Additionally, we want to stabilize the spine so that your pet’s body resists breaking...
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I don’t think I’ll ever forget the first time a patient whispered that they were treating their dog with CBD hemp oil. She equated it to smoking weed and assumed it was a bad thing. It took all my power not to chuckle at how secretive she was being about...
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People often ask us what supplements we recommend for their dogs. That is a great question that truly depends on the condition an animal presents with. However, one supplement we recommend for pretty much any condition is turmeric. Turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory that helps with joint pain in addition...
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Why would anyone continue visiting the animal chiropractor after their pet is better? After all, your pup came in with a limp and now it is gone. So, the original problem is corrected – right? The answer to that is probably yes. However, there are multiple reasons to get checked...
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Rascal is a senior gal dealing with some arthritis and generalized discomfort. She came to see us because she was struggling with her normal activities and just didn’t have that pep in her step like she once had. Her fur mom wanted to avoid putting her on medications long term...
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Our society has a habit of masking symptoms rather than addressing them. For example, if we have knee pain we pain relief for pets take a pain pill. However, what does this pill really do? It more or less tricks the body into thinking there is no problem with the...
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We often get asked what supplements we recommend for dogs. The answer depends on the condition, but when it Fish stock for dogs comes to joint issues – fish stock is a great option. What is fish stock, what might it help, and why is it a good complimentary supplement...
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Say hi to Buddy! Buddy here had not one, but two cruciate tears. Dealing with one is dreadful enough but to have two gives a whole new meaning to double trouble. They often times warn you about one tear potentially leading to another down the road, but having both simultaneously...
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It’s tough to watch. Your dog used to jump fences and unleash “zoomies” in the back yard. Now, he struggles to get up from laying down. Stairs? Not even in his vocabulary anymore. What happened to the dog that used to play for hours on end before needing a water...
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There is a health revolution making waves through the United States. People are tired of taking one drug after another to address holistic pet care ailments that can be treated naturally. However, did you know there is a shift going on in the pet world as well? Holistic pet care...
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Does your dog suffer with ear infections? Don’t worry, you are not alone. There are many dogs that make their way to our practice because of chronic ear infections. Why is this and how can animal chiropractic help? Read on to find out. Why might dogs with ear infections benefit from...
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Is animal chiropractic an effective way to provide pain relief for dogs? The answer is emphatically yes. In our practice, we see many pets struggling with pain in their back, neck, knee, and much more. Until recently, many of us would treat these problems with drugs without a second thought....
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Natural solutions for senior dogs with mobility issuesPet owners love their dogs and will do anything to help them. That is why it is so hard to watch our senior dogs struggling with mobility issues. Certain issues plague this age group including:Shaky legsTrouble getting up and downTrippingFallingDecline in activityTypically, a...
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If you own a Dachshund, you are probably aware that they are prone to back problems. As a matter of fact, the lifetime prevalence for disc disease in the breed is estimated to be 19%. Essentially, 1 in 5 Dachshunds will experience disc disease during their lifetime. This is a...
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Vaccine Titers and Your Pets There’s a growing trend toward treating diseases naturally throughout the world – for both people and their pets. One of these natural health treatments involves vaccination. One school of thought states that vaccines confer total immunity to many conditions with minimal side effects. The opposition believes...
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Is puppy sitting a bad thing? Well for starters YOU should NEVER sit on a puppy. But that’s not what we’re talking about! No we are talking about the way your little pooch pie sits! Is there anything more adorable than a puppy? Sure, they may eat your shoes and stain...
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Caring for Your Pets During Winter Winter brings beautiful white snow, skiing, snowboarding, and the opportunity for many more fun activities. Unfortunately, it also brings frigid weather, ice, elevated heating bills, and days where the sun doesn’t even make an appearance. This can be both a joyous period as well as...
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Overweight animals are 99% of the time their humans fault. Let’s take a moment and examine why…Feeding human food to our pets. We’re all guilty of it, a little chicken here, some potato chips there, a bit of scrambled egg in the morning. What starts out as a harmless action...
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Today we have the great pleasure of having a guest blogger, someone you may have heard of in a few of our other posts, Dr. Grant Tully (the human chiropractor). Dr. Tully practices out of Rochester Hills, Michigan and is our go-to guy when it comes to all things chiropractic....
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Is it ever too early to start supporting your pet’s joint health? Certainly not! Being a pet owner, you have probably heard of the supplement glucosamine, however, you might have thought this was only needed in elderly animals. You couldn’t be more wrong. Glucosamine sulfate can be added to any...
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Urinary incontinence is something that happens much more often than pet owners realize, and could perhaps be helped through alternative therapies rather than more drastic conventional measures. Whether your pet is elderly or a young stud, incontinence can be a problem. It knows no bounds and can be found in...
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Unfortunately, there is a great deal of misunderstanding when it comes to “aggression” in animals.They get blacklisted as aggressive, fearful, and even mean, when in reality only a portion of these animals have those behavioral traits. It is my firm belief that an animal is not born aggressive. Aggression is...
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The dreaded cruciate tear, something every dog owner fears. Well I’m here to tell you a bit more about this cruciate ligament tear, what options you have, and hopefully lighten the mood a little bit. There is no doubt about it, tearing any ligament is miserable for animals and humans,...
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Hip dysplasia is becoming an all too common problem for canines today. What was once a rarity is now a regular diagnosis, affecting an approximate 4 percent of the canine population. There are many theories as to why hip dysplasia has suddenly become popular. Some point to genetics being the...
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Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia (IMT) is not an uncommon condition found in the equine, canine, and rarely feline world. This disease recently plagued a very dear friend of mine and after seeing it take a four year old husky far too soon, I decided to do a bit more research. Having...
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One condition that truly breaks my heart and has become more prevalent lately involves partial paralysis. Sometimes you’ll see or hear about dogs with three limbs, cats missing legs, and animals in wheelcarts. The last of these tends to be a case of paraplegia. An animal that loses control in...
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Lately I’ve noticed a big difference between all the animals in my household in the amount of water they drink. One of my cats daintily sips her water, playing with it more than anything else. Another will practically dunk his head into the fountain and gulp while the third is...
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With disc disease becoming all too prevalent among our animals, one might begin to wonder-what exactly could be the cause? Why does a disc begin to bulge, herniate, or rupture completely? More often than not, we are told that a ruptured disc is the cause of our animals issues, but...
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How to Keep Your Pet Safe During Bath Time: Keep Pet Safe During Bath TimeDid you know that every time you lather up your pet you could in fact be introducing a whole round of toxins into their body? Probably not! The reality is that many commercial products for cleaning our...
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Why Isn’t One Adjustment Enough? A question I have been asked time and time again, thus I’ve had plenty of time to truly perfect my answer. The answer in itself is simple. Nothing natural comes instantly. Whether you have started taking a supplement, eating healthy, exercising, or meditating, nothing of this...
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Obesity – not only has this become an epidemic in humans but also in our animals. One of the biggest issues I’ve come across working with animals is simply how easy it is for them to get far too chunky. Our pets are entirely dependent on us for their nutrition,...
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This article has been inspired by several of our animal clients that have been dealing with liver disease. We all know the importance of this organ; in fact there is a phrase that goes “one cannot LIVE, without the LIVEr”. The liver in animals is no different. Despite being nothing...
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Don’t cry for me little Fido or Fiona…You may have noticed that certain animals have a tendency to express their tears more noticeably than others. That’s not to say that these four-legged fur babies are exceedingly sad or defective, it’s more so attributed to their anatomical makeup. Let’s break it...
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Ever notice your dog start to shake without reason? I’m referencing a shake that isn’t occurring out of fear, anxiety, or distress. This kind of shaking is strictly an uncontrollable one that begins and ends randomly, and doesn’t seem to cause any discomfort or irritation. Often in the hind legs,...
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Not only is she a naturopath-to-be, Erica is also a great home cook. Beyond the standards cupcakes, lasagnas, and bon-bons, Erica makes a mean bone broth. You may be wondering what on earth is a bone broth and why is it so very important for my pet. I’ll be honest,...
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Essential oils have become quite popular with people and as such their fur babies may be getting second hand benefits through the house diffuser. If you’re interested in adding an essential oil into your pets regimen, there are a lot of options and it’s important to do you research ahead...
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Winter is here in full force and you may be content sitting on your couch sipping cocoa and watching television, however I doubt your pooch feels the same. Even with bone chilling temperatures raging across the state, our four-legged friends are desperate for some activity. Unlike humans, most animals (that...
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The temporomandibular joint is one of the most unique joints in both man and animal. It is a hinge joint that experiences different sets of movement depending on the species. For example, canines have a TMJ that can move side to side, where felines have a very tight fitting joint...
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A seizure can be a very scary thing. For the most part, it’s a disorder surrounded by several unknowns. Diagnosing a seizure disorder is usually a process of elimination rather than a definitive diagnosis. Through a battery of tests, one can determine what the seizure is not, easier than telling...
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Ever wondered if your animal is sick and tired of the same thing everyday? Whether that means kibble every meal or raw chicken, the same food can definitely get a little boring, not only to the tastebuds but also to the body. Imagine if you had to eat spaghetti for...
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What exactly is a luxating patella? A luxating patella is known as a “floating kneecap”, and I often liken it to the disease Osgood Schlatters in people. Though the process by which it occurs may differ, the actual movement of the kneecap is quite similar. With luxating patella, the kneecap...
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For years few have questioned whether or not to get their animal fixed. It was routine, the standard of care, and the norm. It wasn’t so much a matter of IF you would get your pet fixed, rather of when. Adopted, rescued, breeder purchased, it didn’t matter, and they all...
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Rachel Witucki is one of our Pet Beastro correspondents. This month she’s decided to do a piece on older dogs, seeing as November is adopt a senior animal month! There are some wonderful tips in her article that should absolutely be tried if you currently have an older dog, or...
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Hip dysplasia is one of the most dreaded diagnoses one can hear as a dog owner. Recently, the prevalence of hip dysplasia seems to have increased; yet the number of solutions remains the same. When it comes to this disease, there is little pet owners are offered. Well, it’s time...
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For years there’s been a debate on whether or not animals need a supplemental amount of roughage in the diet. We here at AAC give two huge paws and hooves up to vegetables and encourage all clients to hand down some carrots and apples when their furry ones are begging....
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The intervertebral disc is so small, yet it plays such a large part in our anatomy. The disc has multiple purposes, such as shock absorption and cushioning, and is an integral part of the spine. Without the disc, we would not be able to function. Each step we take is...
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If you have a white animal or one with very little hair then you may know what I’m talking about. My dog is a tricolor hound mix, and I’ve noticed that throughout the day he is like a mood ring, or at least his belly is! First thing in the...
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It would seem that coconut oil has become one of the hottest used products in the past few years. This oil is like the superman of oils. Not only can it be use for cooking and baking, it can also be used in a person’s daily routine. Whether it’s used...
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Ever wondered if there’s a way to prepare for disaster with your animal? I know I have. Having a puppy has made me even more aware of how necessary it is to have certain things on hand at home in case of emergency. From bug bites to bee stings to...
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There are no guarantees in life – isn’t that the truth? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately and keep coming to the same conclusion. As much as I’d like to be able to guarantee a certain outcome, in life you just can’t do that. The reason I bring...
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Lately there’s been a great deal of discussion regarding animals that consistently get sick. Most of the blame has been put on the weather and allergies, however, that doesn’t explain why only certain animals are affected. Much like humans who tend to constantly be sick, internal factors are more likely...
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We’ve been getting a great deal of questions regarding the best foods for your pet. On several occasions I’ve asked new patients what they feed their animals, the response begins with “well the food is very expensive…so it’s good for them”. Such is not necessarily the case. Have you ever...
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Now that summer is right around the corner we are spending more time outside as are our animals. Whether your cat loves to lie in the sun, your dog likes to go on long walks on the beach, or your horse prefers to spend his days talking sunlit strolls, sunburn...
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Another celebrity post from our residential naturopath, Jill Tack. Spring is here and it’s time to prepare for springtime shenanigans…read more to find out how you can start up your very own homeopathic first aid kit!April 21, 2015 By Jill TackWe recently discussed some common pet emergencies and their homeopathic...
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The term holistic seems to be a trendy word these days. Google reveals holistic doctors, holistic dentists, holistic veterinarians, and even holistic pet food being advertised. Well I have some issue with the way this term has been stretched as of late, because it seems more often than not what...
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Over the last few months a multitude of clients have come my way with a diagnosis of Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD), in various stages of progression. I’m sure part of it has to do with my profession, as an animal chiropractor people naturally think of me when it comes to...
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One condition that truly breaks my heart and has been receiving a bit more notice in the news is animals with paralysis. You often see or hear about dogs with three limbs, cats missing legs, and animals in wheelcarts. The last is usually a case of paraplegia. For some time...
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Something I’ve noticed a lot recently is how many animals are walking around with completely abnormal gaits and nothing is being done about it! My curiosity was peaked while watching a dog show, and it seemed several of the “top dogs” were entirely off balance, some to the point of...
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Every now and again you may think to yourself that you could really use a break…Perhaps this thought crosses your mind after you’ve completed your fourth thirty minute play session and gone on three walks, yet your pup is still going like the energizer bunny. It’s a fairly common issue...
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No, not Detroit, we are talking about VITAMIN D! Ever wondered why your dogs nose changes color in the colder months? Or maybe you hadn’t even noticed this happening…not every animal will experience a fading in his or her nose color but it is not uncommon. Just the other day...
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Say hello to sweet Jake. This little boxer puppy is only a few months old and when we first met him he was in severe pain. As most puppies can be, Jake was crazy and loved to play and run. Out of nowhere one Sunday he came up to his...
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This little pom is Stella. Don’t let her tiny tongue sticking out fool you, for she is the absolute sweetest girl on this side of the Mason Dixon. She has spunk and sass but mainly she’s a furball of love. Stella started experiencing some severe back pain and lameness in...
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This handsome fellow is Chong. He is a rescue and the epitome of a lovebug, though it took him some time to warm up. He’s a touch nervous and anxious, and his mom could tell something was not quite right in his back end. Chong had always had a bit...
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Oliver here is a handsome Italian greyhound. He is a senior (but don’t tell him that) and was starting to slow down and just not act like his normal self. For an older pup, Oliver had always had energy up the wazoo. He liked to walk, run, and play with...
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Hello handsome! This here is Lucky, and that’s what we consider ourselves for having gotten to know him. Lucky is a german shepherd mix of some sort and one of the sweetest furballs our mom has ever worked on. He is a senior and his fur mama was worried about...
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This is beautiful Belle. She’s pretty as a princess and gave her mom quite a fright when she was unable to lift her neck and she couldn’t stop shaking and crying. Out of nowhere, Belle wouldn’t raise her head without a big yipe of pain quickly following. She couldn’t turn...
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Well it’s that time of year again, the holidays. A time to play with some round balls hung up on trees, eat plants we shouldn’t be eating, sleep in the branches, and add ourselves to the village display. It’s also a time when a lot of our mom’s patients start...
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Well we apologize for the delay in updates, our mom has been incredibly busy and there is much to tell. Let’s start with our first success story, a little dog named “Copper”. Copper is a doodle, he’s eleven years young and has had a history of on/off limping. Every time...
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This curious little beagle you see here is called Diego, and he lives up to that saucy name. He is a huge sweet pea that had a rough go this winter. After a few slip and falls he actually ended up tearing one of his cruciate ligaments, making his hind...
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Check out Max, he’s one heck of a sweetie pie and is always smiling from ear to ear. Max is getting up there in age and he’s got multiple levels of arthritis in his spine as well as some blocked vertebrae. With a history of spinal problems his veterinarian felt...
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This past week our mom had the pleasure of meeting two very special pups, each with his and her own unique story. First we’d like to tell you about Coney. Coney is a lovely little dachshund approximately three years old. He’d never had any major health issues but had on...
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We cannot believe how many wonderful things have happened lately with our mom’s patients. After she gave a talk at a chiropractic center, Javier decided to try chiropractic care. Javier is a rescue dog with a not-so-nice backstory. By only 8 weeks he had incurred thousands of dollars in veterinary...
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This is Diamond. She is a sweetpea that is 14 years old. This past winter she ended up partially tearing one of her cruciate ligaments. Poor thing was hobbling around on three legs and could barely put any weight on the fourth. It didn’t seem to bother her too much...
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This is Cooper, an adorable doxie. Cooper came to our mom a couple months back because he was having pretty bad back pain and was taking various medication to help manage it. His parents thought there had to be something else they could do for their little guy, and then...
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This handsome guy is one of the gentlest giants our mom has ever met. Harlow is still in his adolescent years and he’s kept on his toes thanks to his sister Peyton and his fur parents. This past winter Harlow started having some weakness and pain in his back. His...
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Meet Maggie, a beautiful chocolate lab with many years under her furry belt. Maggie first started seeing our mom because her own fur family was hoping to help her feel a little bit better in her older years. It wasn’t long before that happened, in fact minutes after her first...
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Just in case you hadn’t gotten enough Maggie news, we decided to make today a double feature. This is Maggie the beagle, and isn’t she CUTE! Maggie is still a young pup and is deeply loved by everyone who meets her. She’s a big fan of kisses and when she...
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Meet Moses and Tiara, two gentle giants that are nothing but love and snuggles. Though not considered elderly by small dog standards, these two are up in years according to their breed. They are well taken care of fur babies, and in addition to massage their fur mama decided chiropractic...
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This is Stoli. Stoli is a rescue pup and is 13 years young. One day her mom came home to her limping terribly, crying in pain, and just not wanting to do much of anything. It seemed like every movement caused her pain and she was really not able to...
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It’s about time that we talk about this little girl…what can we say, Katie is a lovebug and then some more. She is a hurricane Katrina rescue and is loved so immensely you’d never know she was homeless for some time. Being from the South, you may think that Katie...
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Prepare yourself for two very gentle giants. Miko and Moses are some of the biggest teddy bears our mom has come across to date. Full of fluff rather than fury, these guys are snugglers and mama’s boys. Needless to say when Moses started to have extreme pain in his lower...
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This gorgeous lady to your right is Tara. She is almost fourteen years old and a retired racing greyhound. Though not quite as fast as she once was, Tara still has that high prey drive and if given the chance to hunt down a chicken, she will bring you back...
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This handsome gentleman to your left is none another than Archibald. Archibald just celebrated his 14th birthday and doesn’t look a day over 10. He gave his mom a bad scare a couple of months ago when he all of a sudden was unable to use his back legs. They...
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This lovely little lady is Piper. Piper is a nine year old dachshund that had yet to experience any outward symptoms of pain or spinal disorder. Her fur mom had had a previous doxie that had to undergo back surgery due to intervertebral disc disease, so she knew that was...
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This adorable kitty to the left is Louise. She is a lovely lady that is quite feisty. For the past year she has been getting adjusted because she had a lot of trouble with her forelimb along with twitching and spasms in her back. When she was younger, Louise actually...
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Sofia the beagle is one of our happiest and sweetest girls. She always lights up the room upon her entrance and loves to snuggle our mom when she gets adjusted. Hard to believe that she first came to see our mom with a not-so-good diagnosis of disc disease or disc...
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Say hello to this beautiful 14 year old pointer named Daisy! Daisy came to see us just a few short weeks ago due to shaking, knuckling, and dragging in her back legs. What that means is that her back two legs had started to lag when going for walks or...
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This sassy little Jack Russell is Casey. She is a terrier that manages to fill our hearts with love every time she pays us a visit. Casey has never necessarily suffered from any particular condition, instead she sees us for preventative and protective purposes. Casey is a very active girl,...
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Maeve here first came to us because of a completely torn cruciate ligament. She was running around one day and came in from outside with her fourth leg completely tucked up and non weight bearing. After going to the vet it was determined the ligament was torn and she would...
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Meet McKinley and India, also known as Mac and Indie. These two massive furballs are some of the sweetest pups in all the land. Both of these babies are in their “senior” years because of their size. Because of how large they are, Mac and Indie’s fur parents heard about...
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This is Dice. Dice is 17 years old and boy is she a beautiful border collie. Her owner has raised her since she was just a 10 year old girl, needless to say the two of them have very similar personalities. When Dice stopped being able to walk on her...
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Today we’d like to talk about two of our all-time favorite terriers…you may think they’re from Boston but no no they are from the great mitten state. These two boys are little bundles of energy, and our mom often calls them her favorite little squirrels. Petey and Chichi (aka Marty),...
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We’d like to tell you about Ramona. She is a gorgeous little shihtzu that is surrounded by more felines than she cares to mention. Ramona is getting up there in years and she had begun to struggle with walking. It also doesn’t help that Ramona is handicapable, being that she...
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Say hello to Tucker! Tucker is an almost four-year-old black lab with some of the most loving fur parents a guy could have. He’s sweet, he’s charming, and he loves to give our mom big fat kisses. You may be wondering why a pup so young started seeing our mom,...
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We’ve got an action packed update for everyone today. Not one, but two, of our stunning malamutes are being featured this holiday week. Meet Bear and Bella, two alaskan malamute malute pups that are just under two years of age. These two have been seeing our mom for over one...
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Another rockstar this Monday morning... Tessa is a tiny little doodle girl that tore her cruciate ligament and opted to not go ahead with surgery. Though she was limping, her attitude remained happy as can be and she was not letting her injury get her down. You’ll see the difference...
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Meet Molly. Two weeks ago she had an MRI and was diagnosed with a bulging disc. Her fur parents thought her only option was surgery, but a quick google search brought her to us. She’s come a long way in 2 weeks and we expect her to continue improving as...
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This is Holly! She is a five year old dachshund and boy is she the total package. The day before the video on the left was taken, she was totally paralyzed in her hind legs. After a visit to the vet, Holly’s folks were told she would likely need to...
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Shout out to sweet Ellie girl. She is a two year old shepherd that injured her cruciate ligament. The left video was taken four weeks ago... the one on the right was taken today after her third adjustment. This girl is a rockstar, her muscle tone is almost equal now...
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It may not seem like much, but when your dog hasn’t been able to walk for two months and after one adjustment she starts standing and moving a little awkwardly, it’s a big deal! Reagan is only five and had lost control of her hind end progressively over two months,...
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You may recognize Murphy from a few weeks back. He is part of dachshund haus rescue and his foster mom has been bringing him in for chiropractic care. He was lacking in muscle tone and had been paralyzed in his back end for over one year. Honestly, we weren’t sure...
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Keeta here has a gorgeous husky sister named Knute. When Knute tore her cruciate ligaments in the summer, Keeta got very jealous with all the attention her sister was getting from the chiropractor... so she decided to join the club and tore her cruciate this fall as well. Well, as...
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Marty McFly is no stranger to back issues and neither is his older doxie sister! After having gone through multiple bouts of paralysis and pain secondary to ivdd with her other pet, Marty’s mom recognizes the symptoms immediately with Marty. He came to see us as he was wobbling and...
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Not all cruciate injuries are alike! Take Ellie here for instance, she tore both of her cruciate ligaments at the end of the summer. Her folks opted to do surgery on the one that was fully torn and were hoping to go the alternative route with the other one. They...
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Who doesn’t love a weenie dog! Smokey here is on his third bout of paralysis. The last two resolved with crate rest and steroids, this episode however was not improving, in fact it was getting worse. They decided to try chiropractic to see if this could help bring him back....
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Check out Chanel’s progress! At the beginning of December Chanel suddenly became paralyzed in her back end. Their vet did not recommend surgery initially and wanted to see how she would respond to steroids and some alternatives. These videos are Chanel right before the holidays and right after. In one...
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Now Mr.Bungle is obviously handsome and inquisitive, but that head tilt he’s rocking in the left video is actually a symptom of vestibular disease in dogs. His head was stuck in that tilt, his stability was off and he really couldn’t do much without falling. Check him out after one...
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Have you ever seen a pinched nerve in a dog? We see them all the time and Jay is a perfect example. He’s a 3 year old beagle that was in severe pain one week ago. He would scream when touched and had severe muscle spasm. As you can see...
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Meet Zoey! This girl got caught while playing with her brother and wound up dangling slightly from her leg off a bed. After going to the vet X-rays revealed she had a displaced femur head which indicated some significant instability in her hip joint. Through gentle exercises and a few...
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This is Abby! Abby is 8 years young and while walking in for a vet appointment two weeks ago she lost control of her back legs. That’s right folks, she went in to have her anal glands checked and ended up needing an entirely different appointment. Abby is a perfect...
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Not all disc issues present the same! Take Louis for instance. He is our injury prone little sunshine that got one heck of a pinched nerve in his neck. Medication alone wasn’t doing the trick and neither was just adjustments. The two together in combination with cbd courtesies of @thepetbeastro...
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Back in December, Ziggy here lost all function in his back legs. He barely had a deep pain reflex in one foot and the other had none. His parents wanted to do everything they could for him, and they certainly did. The video on the left is Ziggy ten days...
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We apologize for the grainy video but just had to share. This is Snickers, he is 12 years old and just three weeks ago could not pick himself up on his own and was dragging something fierce. The video on the left is actually better than he was initially, but...
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The change in Lily has been remarkable. A week ago she was playing outside with her frisbee and came down hard on her bottom. Almost instantly she became ataxic and her back end was not working properly. She was panting and hunched up terribly. It seemed like her back legs...
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Meet Molly! She is fifteen years old and three weeks ago her mom thought she was on her last leg. She wasn’t able to really use her back legs and couldn’t hardly walk. She was disheartened and out of sorts. Molly is a typical disc compression case. While she wasn’t...
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This is a before and after video taken moments after one another. Mandee came in last night with the inability to raise her head up and she was struggling with pain. After her adjustment she couldn’t have held her head any higher. The difference was astounding and we were even...
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When Archie first started seeing us in the start of 2019 he was brought in in a laundry basket because he had no use of his hind legs. This was the second time he’d gone paralyzed, except this time he wasn’t recovering like he did the first round. Archie was...
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This is Chopper! A 12 year old dogo argentino that was dealing with some cruciate problems in the left hind leg. While anti inflammatories helped, he wasn’t seeming to fully recover. We met Choppy about two months ago and instantly fell in love with him. His progress was amazing and...
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Lucy is an 8 year old Rescue. She is perfect! Except for one morning just one month ago when she woke up without use of her one back leg. The vet told her that the best option was to go to the neurologist, however her parents wanted to try an...
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Meet Agnes! A one year old pitt that is too cute to handle. One day she was playing with her puppy siblings and yelped, coming up lame on her front leg. For about six weeks she was limping and then mom decided to try getting her adjusted! This is her...
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We love our dogs. They are a part of our family and we would do anything to help them. That is why it hits us so hard whenever they struggle with their health. One of the major populations in our practice are older dogs, and there’s a reason. Aging is...
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Say hi to Hannah! Hannah is a beautiful 15 year old chocolate lab that has been incredibly healthy her entire life. This past month Hannah began to exhibit signs of what looked like a stroke. Her head tilted, she was hardly able to walk, and her appetite was nonexistent (obviously...
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We often get asked for nutrition advice with respect to pets. We are by no mean experts, but we do hear a lot of things through the grape vine. Nutrition is a super complex issue and there are many foods out there. There is wet, freeze-dried, raw, kibble and more....
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Your dog came to us in pain and limping, but after a few adjustments looks great. This is awesome news, but now what? As animal chiropractors, we definitely want to get your pet out of pain. Additionally, we want to stabilize the spine so that your pet’s body resists breaking...
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I don’t think I’ll ever forget the first time a patient whispered that they were treating their dog with CBD hemp oil. She equated it to smoking weed and assumed it was a bad thing. It took all my power not to chuckle at how secretive she was being about...
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People often ask us what supplements we recommend for their dogs. That is a great question that truly depends on the condition an animal presents with. However, one supplement we recommend for pretty much any condition is turmeric. Turmeric is a strong anti-inflammatory that helps with joint pain in addition...
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Why would anyone continue visiting the animal chiropractor after their pet is better? After all, your pup came in with a limp and now it is gone. So, the original problem is corrected – right? The answer to that is probably yes. However, there are multiple reasons to get checked...
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Rascal is a senior gal dealing with some arthritis and generalized discomfort. She came to see us because she was struggling with her normal activities and just didn’t have that pep in her step like she once had. Her fur mom wanted to avoid putting her on medications long term...
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Our society has a habit of masking symptoms rather than addressing them. For example, if we have knee pain we pain relief for pets take a pain pill. However, what does this pill really do? It more or less tricks the body into thinking there is no problem with the...
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We often get asked what supplements we recommend for dogs. The answer depends on the condition, but when it Fish stock for dogs comes to joint issues – fish stock is a great option. What is fish stock, what might it help, and why is it a good complimentary supplement...
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Say hi to Buddy! Buddy here had not one, but two cruciate tears. Dealing with one is dreadful enough but to have two gives a whole new meaning to double trouble. They often times warn you about one tear potentially leading to another down the road, but having both simultaneously...
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It’s tough to watch. Your dog used to jump fences and unleash “zoomies” in the back yard. Now, he struggles to get up from laying down. Stairs? Not even in his vocabulary anymore. What happened to the dog that used to play for hours on end before needing a water...
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There is a health revolution making waves through the United States. People are tired of taking one drug after another to address holistic pet care ailments that can be treated naturally. However, did you know there is a shift going on in the pet world as well? Holistic pet care...
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Does your dog suffer with ear infections? Don’t worry, you are not alone. There are many dogs that make their way to our practice because of chronic ear infections. Why is this and how can animal chiropractic help? Read on to find out. Why might dogs with ear infections benefit from...
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Is animal chiropractic an effective way to provide pain relief for dogs? The answer is emphatically yes. In our practice, we see many pets struggling with pain in their back, neck, knee, and much more. Until recently, many of us would treat these problems with drugs without a second thought....
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Natural solutions for senior dogs with mobility issuesPet owners love their dogs and will do anything to help them. That is why it is so hard to watch our senior dogs struggling with mobility issues. Certain issues plague this age group including:Shaky legsTrouble getting up and downTrippingFallingDecline in activityTypically, a...
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If you own a Dachshund, you are probably aware that they are prone to back problems. As a matter of fact, the lifetime prevalence for disc disease in the breed is estimated to be 19%. Essentially, 1 in 5 Dachshunds will experience disc disease during their lifetime. This is a...
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Vaccine Titers and Your Pets There’s a growing trend toward treating diseases naturally throughout the world – for both people and their pets. One of these natural health treatments involves vaccination. One school of thought states that vaccines confer total immunity to many conditions with minimal side effects. The opposition believes...
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Is puppy sitting a bad thing? Well for starters YOU should NEVER sit on a puppy. But that’s not what we’re talking about! No we are talking about the way your little pooch pie sits! Is there anything more adorable than a puppy? Sure, they may eat your shoes and stain...
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Caring for Your Pets During Winter Winter brings beautiful white snow, skiing, snowboarding, and the opportunity for many more fun activities. Unfortunately, it also brings frigid weather, ice, elevated heating bills, and days where the sun doesn’t even make an appearance. This can be both a joyous period as well as...
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Overweight animals are 99% of the time their humans fault. Let’s take a moment and examine why…Feeding human food to our pets. We’re all guilty of it, a little chicken here, some potato chips there, a bit of scrambled egg in the morning. What starts out as a harmless action...
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Today we have the great pleasure of having a guest blogger, someone you may have heard of in a few of our other posts, Dr. Grant Tully (the human chiropractor). Dr. Tully practices out of Rochester Hills, Michigan and is our go-to guy when it comes to all things chiropractic....
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Is it ever too early to start supporting your pet’s joint health? Certainly not! Being a pet owner, you have probably heard of the supplement glucosamine, however, you might have thought this was only needed in elderly animals. You couldn’t be more wrong. Glucosamine sulfate can be added to any...
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Urinary incontinence is something that happens much more often than pet owners realize, and could perhaps be helped through alternative therapies rather than more drastic conventional measures. Whether your pet is elderly or a young stud, incontinence can be a problem. It knows no bounds and can be found in...
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Unfortunately, there is a great deal of misunderstanding when it comes to “aggression” in animals.They get blacklisted as aggressive, fearful, and even mean, when in reality only a portion of these animals have those behavioral traits. It is my firm belief that an animal is not born aggressive. Aggression is...
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The dreaded cruciate tear, something every dog owner fears. Well I’m here to tell you a bit more about this cruciate ligament tear, what options you have, and hopefully lighten the mood a little bit. There is no doubt about it, tearing any ligament is miserable for animals and humans,...
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Hip dysplasia is becoming an all too common problem for canines today. What was once a rarity is now a regular diagnosis, affecting an approximate 4 percent of the canine population. There are many theories as to why hip dysplasia has suddenly become popular. Some point to genetics being the...
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Immune Mediated Thrombocytopenia (IMT) is not an uncommon condition found in the equine, canine, and rarely feline world. This disease recently plagued a very dear friend of mine and after seeing it take a four year old husky far too soon, I decided to do a bit more research. Having...
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One condition that truly breaks my heart and has become more prevalent lately involves partial paralysis. Sometimes you’ll see or hear about dogs with three limbs, cats missing legs, and animals in wheelcarts. The last of these tends to be a case of paraplegia. An animal that loses control in...
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Lately I’ve noticed a big difference between all the animals in my household in the amount of water they drink. One of my cats daintily sips her water, playing with it more than anything else. Another will practically dunk his head into the fountain and gulp while the third is...
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With disc disease becoming all too prevalent among our animals, one might begin to wonder-what exactly could be the cause? Why does a disc begin to bulge, herniate, or rupture completely? More often than not, we are told that a ruptured disc is the cause of our animals issues, but...
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How to Keep Your Pet Safe During Bath Time: Keep Pet Safe During Bath TimeDid you know that every time you lather up your pet you could in fact be introducing a whole round of toxins into their body? Probably not! The reality is that many commercial products for cleaning our...
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Why Isn’t One Adjustment Enough? A question I have been asked time and time again, thus I’ve had plenty of time to truly perfect my answer. The answer in itself is simple. Nothing natural comes instantly. Whether you have started taking a supplement, eating healthy, exercising, or meditating, nothing of this...
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Obesity – not only has this become an epidemic in humans but also in our animals. One of the biggest issues I’ve come across working with animals is simply how easy it is for them to get far too chunky. Our pets are entirely dependent on us for their nutrition,...
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This article has been inspired by several of our animal clients that have been dealing with liver disease. We all know the importance of this organ; in fact there is a phrase that goes “one cannot LIVE, without the LIVEr”. The liver in animals is no different. Despite being nothing...
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Don’t cry for me little Fido or Fiona…You may have noticed that certain animals have a tendency to express their tears more noticeably than others. That’s not to say that these four-legged fur babies are exceedingly sad or defective, it’s more so attributed to their anatomical makeup. Let’s break it...
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Ever notice your dog start to shake without reason? I’m referencing a shake that isn’t occurring out of fear, anxiety, or distress. This kind of shaking is strictly an uncontrollable one that begins and ends randomly, and doesn’t seem to cause any discomfort or irritation. Often in the hind legs,...
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Not only is she a naturopath-to-be, Erica is also a great home cook. Beyond the standards cupcakes, lasagnas, and bon-bons, Erica makes a mean bone broth. You may be wondering what on earth is a bone broth and why is it so very important for my pet. I’ll be honest,...
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Essential oils have become quite popular with people and as such their fur babies may be getting second hand benefits through the house diffuser. If you’re interested in adding an essential oil into your pets regimen, there are a lot of options and it’s important to do you research ahead...
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Winter is here in full force and you may be content sitting on your couch sipping cocoa and watching television, however I doubt your pooch feels the same. Even with bone chilling temperatures raging across the state, our four-legged friends are desperate for some activity. Unlike humans, most animals (that...
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The temporomandibular joint is one of the most unique joints in both man and animal. It is a hinge joint that experiences different sets of movement depending on the species. For example, canines have a TMJ that can move side to side, where felines have a very tight fitting joint...
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A seizure can be a very scary thing. For the most part, it’s a disorder surrounded by several unknowns. Diagnosing a seizure disorder is usually a process of elimination rather than a definitive diagnosis. Through a battery of tests, one can determine what the seizure is not, easier than telling...
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Ever wondered if your animal is sick and tired of the same thing everyday? Whether that means kibble every meal or raw chicken, the same food can definitely get a little boring, not only to the tastebuds but also to the body. Imagine if you had to eat spaghetti for...
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What exactly is a luxating patella? A luxating patella is known as a “floating kneecap”, and I often liken it to the disease Osgood Schlatters in people. Though the process by which it occurs may differ, the actual movement of the kneecap is quite similar. With luxating patella, the kneecap...
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For years few have questioned whether or not to get their animal fixed. It was routine, the standard of care, and the norm. It wasn’t so much a matter of IF you would get your pet fixed, rather of when. Adopted, rescued, breeder purchased, it didn’t matter, and they all...
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Rachel Witucki is one of our Pet Beastro correspondents. This month she’s decided to do a piece on older dogs, seeing as November is adopt a senior animal month! There are some wonderful tips in her article that should absolutely be tried if you currently have an older dog, or...
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Hip dysplasia is one of the most dreaded diagnoses one can hear as a dog owner. Recently, the prevalence of hip dysplasia seems to have increased; yet the number of solutions remains the same. When it comes to this disease, there is little pet owners are offered. Well, it’s time...
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For years there’s been a debate on whether or not animals need a supplemental amount of roughage in the diet. We here at AAC give two huge paws and hooves up to vegetables and encourage all clients to hand down some carrots and apples when their furry ones are begging....
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The intervertebral disc is so small, yet it plays such a large part in our anatomy. The disc has multiple purposes, such as shock absorption and cushioning, and is an integral part of the spine. Without the disc, we would not be able to function. Each step we take is...
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If you have a white animal or one with very little hair then you may know what I’m talking about. My dog is a tricolor hound mix, and I’ve noticed that throughout the day he is like a mood ring, or at least his belly is! First thing in the...
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It would seem that coconut oil has become one of the hottest used products in the past few years. This oil is like the superman of oils. Not only can it be use for cooking and baking, it can also be used in a person’s daily routine. Whether it’s used...
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Ever wondered if there’s a way to prepare for disaster with your animal? I know I have. Having a puppy has made me even more aware of how necessary it is to have certain things on hand at home in case of emergency. From bug bites to bee stings to...
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There are no guarantees in life – isn’t that the truth? I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately and keep coming to the same conclusion. As much as I’d like to be able to guarantee a certain outcome, in life you just can’t do that. The reason I bring...
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Lately there’s been a great deal of discussion regarding animals that consistently get sick. Most of the blame has been put on the weather and allergies, however, that doesn’t explain why only certain animals are affected. Much like humans who tend to constantly be sick, internal factors are more likely...
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We’ve been getting a great deal of questions regarding the best foods for your pet. On several occasions I’ve asked new patients what they feed their animals, the response begins with “well the food is very expensive…so it’s good for them”. Such is not necessarily the case. Have you ever...
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Now that summer is right around the corner we are spending more time outside as are our animals. Whether your cat loves to lie in the sun, your dog likes to go on long walks on the beach, or your horse prefers to spend his days talking sunlit strolls, sunburn...
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Another celebrity post from our residential naturopath, Jill Tack. Spring is here and it’s time to prepare for springtime shenanigans…read more to find out how you can start up your very own homeopathic first aid kit!April 21, 2015 By Jill TackWe recently discussed some common pet emergencies and their homeopathic...
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The term holistic seems to be a trendy word these days. Google reveals holistic doctors, holistic dentists, holistic veterinarians, and even holistic pet food being advertised. Well I have some issue with the way this term has been stretched as of late, because it seems more often than not what...
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Over the last few months a multitude of clients have come my way with a diagnosis of Intervertebral Disk Disease (IVDD), in various stages of progression. I’m sure part of it has to do with my profession, as an animal chiropractor people naturally think of me when it comes to...
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One condition that truly breaks my heart and has been receiving a bit more notice in the news is animals with paralysis. You often see or hear about dogs with three limbs, cats missing legs, and animals in wheelcarts. The last is usually a case of paraplegia. For some time...
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Something I’ve noticed a lot recently is how many animals are walking around with completely abnormal gaits and nothing is being done about it! My curiosity was peaked while watching a dog show, and it seemed several of the “top dogs” were entirely off balance, some to the point of...
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Every now and again you may think to yourself that you could really use a break…Perhaps this thought crosses your mind after you’ve completed your fourth thirty minute play session and gone on three walks, yet your pup is still going like the energizer bunny. It’s a fairly common issue...
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No, not Detroit, we are talking about VITAMIN D! Ever wondered why your dogs nose changes color in the colder months? Or maybe you hadn’t even noticed this happening…not every animal will experience a fading in his or her nose color but it is not uncommon. Just the other day...
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Say hello to sweet Jake. This little boxer puppy is only a few months old and when we first met him he was in severe pain. As most puppies can be, Jake was crazy and loved to play and run. Out of nowhere one Sunday he came up to his...
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This little pom is Stella. Don’t let her tiny tongue sticking out fool you, for she is the absolute sweetest girl on this side of the Mason Dixon. She has spunk and sass but mainly she’s a furball of love. Stella started experiencing some severe back pain and lameness in...
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This handsome fellow is Chong. He is a rescue and the epitome of a lovebug, though it took him some time to warm up. He’s a touch nervous and anxious, and his mom could tell something was not quite right in his back end. Chong had always had a bit...
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Oliver here is a handsome Italian greyhound. He is a senior (but don’t tell him that) and was starting to slow down and just not act like his normal self. For an older pup, Oliver had always had energy up the wazoo. He liked to walk, run, and play with...
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Hello handsome! This here is Lucky, and that’s what we consider ourselves for having gotten to know him. Lucky is a german shepherd mix of some sort and one of the sweetest furballs our mom has ever worked on. He is a senior and his fur mama was worried about...
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This is beautiful Belle. She’s pretty as a princess and gave her mom quite a fright when she was unable to lift her neck and she couldn’t stop shaking and crying. Out of nowhere, Belle wouldn’t raise her head without a big yipe of pain quickly following. She couldn’t turn...
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Well it’s that time of year again, the holidays. A time to play with some round balls hung up on trees, eat plants we shouldn’t be eating, sleep in the branches, and add ourselves to the village display. It’s also a time when a lot of our mom’s patients start...
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Well we apologize for the delay in updates, our mom has been incredibly busy and there is much to tell. Let’s start with our first success story, a little dog named “Copper”. Copper is a doodle, he’s eleven years young and has had a history of on/off limping. Every time...
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This curious little beagle you see here is called Diego, and he lives up to that saucy name. He is a huge sweet pea that had a rough go this winter. After a few slip and falls he actually ended up tearing one of his cruciate ligaments, making his hind...
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Check out Max, he’s one heck of a sweetie pie and is always smiling from ear to ear. Max is getting up there in age and he’s got multiple levels of arthritis in his spine as well as some blocked vertebrae. With a history of spinal problems his veterinarian felt...
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This past week our mom had the pleasure of meeting two very special pups, each with his and her own unique story. First we’d like to tell you about Coney. Coney is a lovely little dachshund approximately three years old. He’d never had any major health issues but had on...
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We cannot believe how many wonderful things have happened lately with our mom’s patients. After she gave a talk at a chiropractic center, Javier decided to try chiropractic care. Javier is a rescue dog with a not-so-nice backstory. By only 8 weeks he had incurred thousands of dollars in veterinary...
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This is Diamond. She is a sweetpea that is 14 years old. This past winter she ended up partially tearing one of her cruciate ligaments. Poor thing was hobbling around on three legs and could barely put any weight on the fourth. It didn’t seem to bother her too much...
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This is Cooper, an adorable doxie. Cooper came to our mom a couple months back because he was having pretty bad back pain and was taking various medication to help manage it. His parents thought there had to be something else they could do for their little guy, and then...
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This handsome guy is one of the gentlest giants our mom has ever met. Harlow is still in his adolescent years and he’s kept on his toes thanks to his sister Peyton and his fur parents. This past winter Harlow started having some weakness and pain in his back. His...
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Meet Maggie, a beautiful chocolate lab with many years under her furry belt. Maggie first started seeing our mom because her own fur family was hoping to help her feel a little bit better in her older years. It wasn’t long before that happened, in fact minutes after her first...
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Just in case you hadn’t gotten enough Maggie news, we decided to make today a double feature. This is Maggie the beagle, and isn’t she CUTE! Maggie is still a young pup and is deeply loved by everyone who meets her. She’s a big fan of kisses and when she...
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Meet Moses and Tiara, two gentle giants that are nothing but love and snuggles. Though not considered elderly by small dog standards, these two are up in years according to their breed. They are well taken care of fur babies, and in addition to massage their fur mama decided chiropractic...
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This is Stoli. Stoli is a rescue pup and is 13 years young. One day her mom came home to her limping terribly, crying in pain, and just not wanting to do much of anything. It seemed like every movement caused her pain and she was really not able to...
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It’s about time that we talk about this little girl…what can we say, Katie is a lovebug and then some more. She is a hurricane Katrina rescue and is loved so immensely you’d never know she was homeless for some time. Being from the South, you may think that Katie...
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Prepare yourself for two very gentle giants. Miko and Moses are some of the biggest teddy bears our mom has come across to date. Full of fluff rather than fury, these guys are snugglers and mama’s boys. Needless to say when Moses started to have extreme pain in his lower...
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This gorgeous lady to your right is Tara. She is almost fourteen years old and a retired racing greyhound. Though not quite as fast as she once was, Tara still has that high prey drive and if given the chance to hunt down a chicken, she will bring you back...
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This handsome gentleman to your left is none another than Archibald. Archibald just celebrated his 14th birthday and doesn’t look a day over 10. He gave his mom a bad scare a couple of months ago when he all of a sudden was unable to use his back legs. They...
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This lovely little lady is Piper. Piper is a nine year old dachshund that had yet to experience any outward symptoms of pain or spinal disorder. Her fur mom had had a previous doxie that had to undergo back surgery due to intervertebral disc disease, so she knew that was...
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This adorable kitty to the left is Louise. She is a lovely lady that is quite feisty. For the past year she has been getting adjusted because she had a lot of trouble with her forelimb along with twitching and spasms in her back. When she was younger, Louise actually...
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Sofia the beagle is one of our happiest and sweetest girls. She always lights up the room upon her entrance and loves to snuggle our mom when she gets adjusted. Hard to believe that she first came to see our mom with a not-so-good diagnosis of disc disease or disc...
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Say hello to this beautiful 14 year old pointer named Daisy! Daisy came to see us just a few short weeks ago due to shaking, knuckling, and dragging in her back legs. What that means is that her back two legs had started to lag when going for walks or...
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This sassy little Jack Russell is Casey. She is a terrier that manages to fill our hearts with love every time she pays us a visit. Casey has never necessarily suffered from any particular condition, instead she sees us for preventative and protective purposes. Casey is a very active girl,...
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Maeve here first came to us because of a completely torn cruciate ligament. She was running around one day and came in from outside with her fourth leg completely tucked up and non weight bearing. After going to the vet it was determined the ligament was torn and she would...
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Meet McKinley and India, also known as Mac and Indie. These two massive furballs are some of the sweetest pups in all the land. Both of these babies are in their “senior” years because of their size. Because of how large they are, Mac and Indie’s fur parents heard about...
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This is Dice. Dice is 17 years old and boy is she a beautiful border collie. Her owner has raised her since she was just a 10 year old girl, needless to say the two of them have very similar personalities. When Dice stopped being able to walk on her...
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Today we’d like to talk about two of our all-time favorite terriers…you may think they’re from Boston but no no they are from the great mitten state. These two boys are little bundles of energy, and our mom often calls them her favorite little squirrels. Petey and Chichi (aka Marty),...
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We’d like to tell you about Ramona. She is a gorgeous little shihtzu that is surrounded by more felines than she cares to mention. Ramona is getting up there in years and she had begun to struggle with walking. It also doesn’t help that Ramona is handicapable, being that she...
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Say hello to Tucker! Tucker is an almost four-year-old black lab with some of the most loving fur parents a guy could have. He’s sweet, he’s charming, and he loves to give our mom big fat kisses. You may be wondering why a pup so young started seeing our mom,...
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We’ve got an action packed update for everyone today. Not one, but two, of our stunning malamutes are being featured this holiday week. Meet Bear and Bella, two alaskan malamute malute pups that are just under two years of age. These two have been seeing our mom for over one...
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Another rockstar this Monday morning... Tessa is a tiny little doodle girl that tore her cruciate ligament and opted to not go ahead with surgery. Though she was limping, her attitude remained happy as can be and she was not letting her injury get her down. You’ll see the difference...
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Meet Molly. Two weeks ago she had an MRI and was diagnosed with a bulging disc. Her fur parents thought her only option was surgery, but a quick google search brought her to us. She’s come a long way in 2 weeks and we expect her to continue improving as...
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This is Holly! She is a five year old dachshund and boy is she the total package. The day before the video on the left was taken, she was totally paralyzed in her hind legs. After a visit to the vet, Holly’s folks were told she would likely need to...
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Shout out to sweet Ellie girl. She is a two year old shepherd that injured her cruciate ligament. The left video was taken four weeks ago... the one on the right was taken today after her third adjustment. This girl is a rockstar, her muscle tone is almost equal now...
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It may not seem like much, but when your dog hasn’t been able to walk for two months and after one adjustment she starts standing and moving a little awkwardly, it’s a big deal! Reagan is only five and had lost control of her hind end progressively over two months,...
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You may recognize Murphy from a few weeks back. He is part of dachshund haus rescue and his foster mom has been bringing him in for chiropractic care. He was lacking in muscle tone and had been paralyzed in his back end for over one year. Honestly, we weren’t sure...
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Keeta here has a gorgeous husky sister named Knute. When Knute tore her cruciate ligaments in the summer, Keeta got very jealous with all the attention her sister was getting from the chiropractor... so she decided to join the club and tore her cruciate this fall as well. Well, as...
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Marty McFly is no stranger to back issues and neither is his older doxie sister! After having gone through multiple bouts of paralysis and pain secondary to ivdd with her other pet, Marty’s mom recognizes the symptoms immediately with Marty. He came to see us as he was wobbling and...
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Not all cruciate injuries are alike! Take Ellie here for instance, she tore both of her cruciate ligaments at the end of the summer. Her folks opted to do surgery on the one that was fully torn and were hoping to go the alternative route with the other one. They...
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Who doesn’t love a weenie dog! Smokey here is on his third bout of paralysis. The last two resolved with crate rest and steroids, this episode however was not improving, in fact it was getting worse. They decided to try chiropractic to see if this could help bring him back....
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Check out Chanel’s progress! At the beginning of December Chanel suddenly became paralyzed in her back end. Their vet did not recommend surgery initially and wanted to see how she would respond to steroids and some alternatives. These videos are Chanel right before the holidays and right after. In one...
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Now Mr.Bungle is obviously handsome and inquisitive, but that head tilt he’s rocking in the left video is actually a symptom of vestibular disease in dogs. His head was stuck in that tilt, his stability was off and he really couldn’t do much without falling. Check him out after one...
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Have you ever seen a pinched nerve in a dog? We see them all the time and Jay is a perfect example. He’s a 3 year old beagle that was in severe pain one week ago. He would scream when touched and had severe muscle spasm. As you can see...
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Meet Zoey! This girl got caught while playing with her brother and wound up dangling slightly from her leg off a bed. After going to the vet X-rays revealed she had a displaced femur head which indicated some significant instability in her hip joint. Through gentle exercises and a few...
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This is Abby! Abby is 8 years young and while walking in for a vet appointment two weeks ago she lost control of her back legs. That’s right folks, she went in to have her anal glands checked and ended up needing an entirely different appointment. Abby is a perfect...
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Not all disc issues present the same! Take Louis for instance. He is our injury prone little sunshine that got one heck of a pinched nerve in his neck. Medication alone wasn’t doing the trick and neither was just adjustments. The two together in combination with cbd courtesies of @thepetbeastro...
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Back in December, Ziggy here lost all function in his back legs. He barely had a deep pain reflex in one foot and the other had none. His parents wanted to do everything they could for him, and they certainly did. The video on the left is Ziggy ten days...
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We apologize for the grainy video but just had to share. This is Snickers, he is 12 years old and just three weeks ago could not pick himself up on his own and was dragging something fierce. The video on the left is actually better than he was initially, but...
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The change in Lily has been remarkable. A week ago she was playing outside with her frisbee and came down hard on her bottom. Almost instantly she became ataxic and her back end was not working properly. She was panting and hunched up terribly. It seemed like her back legs...
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Meet Molly! She is fifteen years old and three weeks ago her mom thought she was on her last leg. She wasn’t able to really use her back legs and couldn’t hardly walk. She was disheartened and out of sorts. Molly is a typical disc compression case. While she wasn’t...
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This is a before and after video taken moments after one another. Mandee came in last night with the inability to raise her head up and she was struggling with pain. After her adjustment she couldn’t have held her head any higher. The difference was astounding and we were even...
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When Archie first started seeing us in the start of 2019 he was brought in in a laundry basket because he had no use of his hind legs. This was the second time he’d gone paralyzed, except this time he wasn’t recovering like he did the first round. Archie was...
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This is Chopper! A 12 year old dogo argentino that was dealing with some cruciate problems in the left hind leg. While anti inflammatories helped, he wasn’t seeming to fully recover. We met Choppy about two months ago and instantly fell in love with him. His progress was amazing and...
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Lucy is an 8 year old Rescue. She is perfect! Except for one morning just one month ago when she woke up without use of her one back leg. The vet told her that the best option was to go to the neurologist, however her parents wanted to try an...
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Meet Agnes! A one year old pitt that is too cute to handle. One day she was playing with her puppy siblings and yelped, coming up lame on her front leg. For about six weeks she was limping and then mom decided to try getting her adjusted! This is her...
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