Evaluation
A thorough assessment of your pet’s history, gait, and posture, with palpation of the spine and extremity joints.
Functional Medicine
Veterinary Spinal Manipulation
Animal chiropractic. Restoring movement, relieving discomfort.
Animal Chiropractic
Healthy Movement Is a Critical Part of a Pet’s Quality of Life.
Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (VSMT) is used alongside traditional veterinary medicine to help relieve discomfort, improve mobility, and support your pet’s overall function.
The Healing Haven Difference
Every Pet Receives a Thorough Evaluation Before Treatment.
Every adjustment is tailored to their size, condition, and comfort level.
Rather than treating VSMT as a standalone therapy, we integrate it with traditional care and other supportive treatments for long-term comfort and mobility.
Certified in VSMT
The Basics
What Is VSMT?
A hands-on technique using precise, low-amplitude, high-velocity thrusts to specific joints — most often along the spine — to restore normal motion and optimize neuromuscular function.
When a spinal segment doesn’t move well, the quality of sensory input to the nervous system can change, leading to altered movement patterns, muscle guarding, and discomfort. Gentle adjustments aim to normalize that input so the body can move more freely and efficiently.
Who It Helps
When VSMT May Help
Working & Sport Dogs
Better turning, jumping, and collection.
Back or neck stiffness or soreness
Compensatory gait changes after injury or surgery
Recurrent muscle tightness or trigger points
Performance issues in working and sport dogs
Senior pet mobility concerns
Your Visit
What to Expect
Treatment
Targeted adjustments to hypomobile areas. Most pets tolerate the quick, gentle thrusts well and relax during treatment.
Aftercare
Some pets feel brief, mild soreness. Light leash walks and plenty of water are encouraged; we may suggest exercise restrictions.
Frequency
Many pets start with 1–2 visits in the first 2–3 weeks, then taper to maintenance or transition to exercise-based care.
Because every plan is highly personal, recommendations for your pet — including activity and exercise guidance — are explained at their initial visit.