Helping Animals Move Better, Feel Better & Live FREER.

Animals enrich our lives in countless ways, and their health and quality of life matter deeply. Whether they are beloved family companions, dedicated working partners, or competitive athletes, they deserve to move comfortably, perform confidently, and thrive. At Sunkissed Health & Wellness, we provide gentle, evidence-informed animal chiropractic care designed to support mobility, comfort, performance, and overall well-being. Our goal is to help your animal move with greater ease, function at their best, and enjoy a healthier, more active life through personalized, compassionate care.

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  • Animal chiropractic focuses on evaluating and restoring normal motion to the joints of the spine and extremities. Proper joint motion supports healthy nervous system function, mobility, comfort, and overall performance.

  • Any animal with a spine! Exotic animals, horses - both working & athletic, companion animals, including dogs & cats. puppies & senior pets, performance & farm animals.

  • Whether it is maintenance care, pain management, fertility issues, or maintaining performance, all animals can benefit. Other issues include:

    • Have difficulty getting up

    • Seem stiff after activity

    • Limp

    • Are recovering from injury

    • Are aging

    • Jump less

    • Struggle with stairs

    • Have reduced athletic performance

    • Show decreased flexibility

    • Have uneven gait

    • Have chronic discomfort

  • All treatments are mobile, unless requested otherwise. During the initial exam, a health history, gait analysis, and movement assessment will be examined. A report of findings will be given. The chiropractic adjustment will be performed assuming no additional contraindications. Lastly, home recommendations will be addressed to help with the longevity of treatment.

  • Animals are really sensitive to energy. They may not say much, but their body language speaks for them. At Sunkissed Health & Wellness, we are mindful of our own energy in how we approach all of our patients. We look at an wholistic approach to care, maintaining the integrity of the nervous system.

Signs Your Animal May Need Chiropractic Care

  • Difficulty getting up or lying down

  • Limping or favoring one leg without an obvious injury

  • Stiffness, especially after resting or exercise

  • Decreased performance or unwillingness to work

  • Changes in gait, stride length, or posture

  • Difficulty jumping, climbing stairs, or getting into vehicles

  • Reluctance to turn the head or neck

  • Sensitivity when being touched along the neck or back

  • Uneven muscle development or muscle tightness

  • Reduced flexibility or range of motion

  • Frequent tripping or dragging the toes

  • Tail carried to one side or difficulty wagging

  • Behavioral changes such as irritability, anxiety, or resistance to handling

  • Changes in saddle fit or performance (horses)

  • Difficulty picking up correct leads, collecting, or maintaining balance (horses)

  • Reluctance to perform previously easy tasks

  • Recovering from injury or surgery (with veterinary approval)

Common Reasons Owners Seek Animal Chiropractic Care

  • Age-related stiffness

  • Athletic performance support

  • Recovery after falls, slips, or trauma

  • Chronic musculoskeletal discomfort

  • Preventive wellness and mobility maintenance

Important Note

Animal chiropractic care is not a substitute for veterinary care. Animals showing sudden severe pain, inability to bear weight, paralysis, fever, open wounds, or other emergency signs should be evaluated by a veterinarian immediately. Chiropractic care is most effective when integrated with appropriate veterinary diagnosis and treatment.

Could your animal benefit from chiropractic care?
If your companion, working, or performance animal is showing signs of stiffness, limping, difficulty moving, changes in posture, decreased performance, or reluctance to perform everyday activities, chiropractic care may help restore comfortable movement and support overall function. Every visit begins with a thorough assessment to determine whether chiropractic care is appropriate and to ensure your animal receives the care they need.

FAQs

Does it hurt?

1

No. Most animals tolerate chiropractic care extremely well. If an animal is already in pain, pain may be slightly aggravated, but will promptly relieve after treatment settles.

How long is an appointment?

2

Treatment can range from 30 minutes to a hour, depending on needs of patient. We thoroughly assess an overall approach of animals to gauge their physical & emotional health.

How many visits will my pet need?

3

Every animal is different depending on their condition, age, activity level, and goals. However, adjustments typically hold longer with animals which may help with frequency of return.

Does my veterinarian have to refer me?

4

Missouri: Yes, a referral is necessary for all chiropractors to see animals. No worries though, we will help you with this process, ensuring it is as seamless as possible.

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