Dr. John provides gentle, specific chiropractic care for horses to support proper movement and overall function. Whether your horse is a performance athlete or a companion, maintaining balanced joint motion can play an important role in how they move, respond, and perform.
Care is focused solely on chiropractic adjustments. For injuries, lameness, or medical concerns, we recommend working directly with your veterinarian.
Horses often show subtle changes before more noticeable limitations appear. Chiropractic care may be helpful when you observe:
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Changes in gait or stride
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Stiffness or reduced flexibility
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Difficulty bending or collecting
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Behavioral resistance under saddle
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Uneven performance or decreased responsiveness
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General decline in movement quality
What to Expect
Each visit is straightforward and focused on the individual horse.
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Brief history and movement observation
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Hands-on assessment of joint motion
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Specific chiropractic adjustments as indicated
Adjustments are gentle, controlled, and tailored to your horse. Many horses show improved ease of movement and comfort following care.
Dr. John is certified through the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA), a nationally recognized standard in animal chiropractic education.
This certification reflects advanced training in safe, effective chiropractic care for animals.
Equine chiropractic care is provided through scheduled barn visits in:
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Gig Harbor
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Tacoma
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Key Peninsula
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Pierce County
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Kitsap County
While the practice is primarily focused on canine chiropractic care, equine services remain available for established clients and referrals.
Consistent chiropractic care can help support your horse’s ability to move freely and perform comfortably.
Request a Barn Visit
Available on Fridays & Saturdays for Barn Calls.
Dr. John is an Animal Chiropractor Specializing in Equine
& Canine Chiropractic Care.