Chiropractic treatment complements but does not substitute for regular veterinary care. Before considering chiropractic for your dog, first visit your primary-care veterinarian and get a diagnosis of and treatment for any problems that require a traditional medical approach.
Your dog's chiropractor should be either a licensed veterinarian or a licensed chiropractor with special training in animal chiropractic.
Locate a practitioner certified by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. AVCA-certified practitioners have completed five 30-hour modules of classroom and hands-on instruction and have passed comprehensive written and practical examinations. For a list of certified practitioners in your area, call the AVCA at (309) 658-2920.