Time We Discuss: Be an Animal Chiropractor and Help Animals Feel Their Best!
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Dr. O, an animal chiropractor, shared insights into animal chiropractic care in this episode of Time We DiscussHe explains its growing popularity and advantages over traditional veterinary practices. Unlike standard veterinary care, which often involves costly diagnostics and surgeries, animal chiropractic care focuses on treating the nervous system to help animals self-heal. Dr. O. highlighted cases where paralyzed dogs, for instance, were able to walk again after just a few chiropractic adjustments, often for a fraction of the cost of conventional treatments. This alternative approach is gaining traction as a more affordable and non-invasive option, emphasizing the body's inherent healing capacity when interference in the nervous system is removed.
Dr. O. elaborated on the common causes of such nervous interference, which include trauma, toxins, and stress. He provided an example of stress in pets, explaining how a simple change in schedule, like a delayed school bus, could cause anxiety and physical issues in dogs. Dr. O. emphasized the importance of treating these root causes through chiropractic adjustments rather than relying solely on drugs or surgery.
The conversation also covered the types of animals treated through chiropractic care, ranging from small pets to larger farm animals like horses and cattle. In particular, Dr. O. mentioned studies conducted on chickens, where chiropractic adjustments were found to improve growth rates and meat quality. This was tested with a five-star chef and later at a local fair, where consumers preferred the flavor and tenderness of adjusted chickens by a significant margin.
Animal chiropractic is now supported by a specialized educational path, involving 240 hours of coursework that includes both online study and hands-on training at Dr. O's ranch. While the profession remains relatively niche, its popularity is increasing, especially as states adjust their laws to allow more chiropractors and veterinarians to practice animal chiropractic care. Dr. O. encourages prospective students to consult resources like the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) website for guidance, as each state has different regulations regarding who can legally perform animal chiropractic adjustments.
Insurance sometimes covers animal chiropractic care, though Dr. O. mentioned that out-of-pocket payments often prove more economical, given the high costs of veterinary procedures. Moreover, Dr. O. explained that an animal chiropractor is typically a more cost-effective first option for pet owners before opting for invasive veterinary interventions.
In concluding remarks, Dr. O. urged pet owners to consider chiropractic care as the first line of treatment for their animals, emphasizing a holistic, preventative mindset rather than a reactive approach involving medication or surgery. The segment closed with a discussion of Dr. O's hope to raise awareness about the benefits of animal chiropractic, both for animal welfare and for the financial well-being of pet owners.
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