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Animal Chiropractic Care in Phoenix, Arizona
Welcome to Better Animal Health
At our Phoenix based animal chiropractic clinic, we specialized in helping your pets, horses, livestock and competitive animals live happier, pain-free lives. Dr. Campo provides gentle, drug-free chiropractic care that relieves pain and restores mobility for animals of all shapes and sizes. From aging dogs struggling with arthritis to a performance horse needing a tune-up, we bring warm, compassionate expertise at our clinic or for larger animals, right to your doorstep. Dr. Campo travels across Arizona to treat animals on farms and ranches. As a 6th generation Arizonan, spending weekends with his grandfather learning the cowboy ways, he is very familiar with our beautiful state. Our mission is simple, to improve your animal's well-being so they can move, play, and perform at their best for years to come.
Dr. Chris' Lifelong Bond with Animals
Dr. Chris' interest in animal chiropractic is more than professional, it's personal. Long before becoming a chiropractor, he grew up riding alongside his grandfather, who instilled in him the cowboy lifestyle. Horses were part of his weekends, teaching him respect, patience, and the unique bond that develops between humans and animals.
His interest in animal chiropractic grew when he and his wife were starting their growing family and their Anatolian Shepherd needed 2 hips replaced at 4 years of age. With challenging costs for surgery, he sought out an animal chiropractor since he saw with his own severe injury how effective a variety of therapies can be towards improving mobility and leading a pain free life.
The chiropractic treatment restored their dog's mobility and he lived happily to the age of 9, which is 2 years beyond the breed's average lifespan. The incredible improvement sparked the pursuit of advanced animal chiropractic training, where he learned to adjust horses, livestock and pets of all sizes.
His passion for animals extends beyond the clinic as he volunteers with the Scottsdale Charros, a community organization dedicated to supporting youth, education and western heritage. The Charros work includes caring for their own horses, which play a role in local events and community traditions. This involvment keeps him close to his western traditions while giving back to the community.
For Dr. Chris, animal chiropractic is more than easing pain, it's about honoring the bond between people and their animals.
How can chiropractic help animals?
Animal chiropractic care offers a natural path to healing and wellness for your beloved companions. Here are some key reasons pet, horse and animal owners turn to use for chiropractic services:
Relieves Pain & Restores Mobility - Chiropractic adjustments can improve your animal's gait and reduce pain, often immediately after an adjustment. By correcting subtle joint misalignments, we alleviate pressure on nerves and muscles, helping stiff pets move more comfortably again. Pet parents frequently report seeing their pets become more active and playful with increased stamina.
Boost performance - For atheletic animals like agility dogs, barrel racing horses or working ranch horses, regular adjustments can enhance flexibility, stride length, and overall performance. Horses often compensate for minor injuries or overuse, leading to restricted joints that inhibit movement. Chiropractic care relieves those "kinks" restoring freedom of movement and allowing these athletes to perform at their peak without discomfort.
Aids Senior Pets & Injury Recovery - Geriatric pets benefit from adjustments as older dogs and cats can seem less stiff and more comfortable after treatment. Many start acting youthful again, with a spring in their step and a willingness to play that owners haven't seen in a while.
Gentle, Drug-Free Care - One of the best advantages is that chiropractic therapy is all-natural, no drugs or invasive procedures. Chiropractic adjustments treat the source of the pain, joint restrictions, and restore nerve function and comfort without medication. Treatments are performed by hand with controlled, specific movements, and animals are never sedated. Sedation is avoided because it can interfere with the body's response and even risk injury. The result is a safe, gentle experience that most pets accept very well, when performed by a properly trainined professional.
Holistic Wellness & Injury Prevention - Chiropractic care takes a holistic approach, focusing on the neuro-musculo-skeletal system, the crucial connection between nerves, muscles, and bones. By keeping the spine and joints moving freely, we improve circulation, and reduce inflammation, which can boost your animal's overall health. Proper alignment can even help the body clear toxins more effeiciently by supporting lymphatic and blood flow. Maintaining good joint mobility and alignment may help prevent injuries or reduce their severity by easing undue stress on the body.
What animals can be helped by chiropractic?
Almost any animal with a spine can potentially benefit from chiropractic adjustments. In our practice, we primarily treat the following:
Dogs & Cats - From tiny Chihuahuas to senior Great Danes, all breeds and ages can benefit from chiropractic care. We often help pets with chronic back or neck pain, arthritis, hip dysplasia, or those who just aren't as spry as they used to be. Does your dog hesitate to jump into the car or onto the couch? Is your cat no longer leaping to high benches? These can be signs of discomfort we can address. Read more on our Dog Chiropractic or Cat Chiropractic page.
Horses - Equine chiropractic is one of our passions, as Dr. Campo is a true horseman who understands the demands placed on performance horses and the aches that even pleasure horses can develop. We see horses for uneven gait, lameness that isn't explained by hoof problems, resistance to bending or taking the lead, or a general poor performance. Read more in our Horse Chiropractic page.
Livestock & Other Large Animals - While our primary patients are dogs, cats and horses, we do occasionally get called to treat other animals. This includes livestock such as show cattle, goats and others, especially when they have a show or performance need. Read more on our Horse & Large Animal page and our Performance/Competition page.
What happens during an animal chiropractic visit?
Compassionate, low-stress care is our priority. A typical appointment starts with a thorough evaluation of your animal. Dr. Campo will review their medical history, listen to your concerns, then examine your animal's posture, movement and spine. During the exam, Dr. Campo carefully palpates each joint and checks it range of motion from the neck and spine down to the limbs. If he finds areas that are "stuck" or not moving properly, he'll perform a chiropractic adjustment on those specific joints.
Is animal chiropractic safe? Does it hurt the animal?
When performed by a trained professional, animal chiropractic is very safe and gentle. Adjustments involve quick, light pressure, the do not involve forceful cracking or long-lever manipulations that might injure the animal. Your pet may feel a little soreness for a day or so, similar to how you might feel after a new exercise, but this is usually mild. We often hear pet parents say their pet seems very relaxed or sleepy after a treatment, which is a sign of tension release. Typically, the next day, you'll notice your animal moving more freely, if not soon after the adjustment. Dr. Campo's rule is to use the minimum pressure necessary and listent to the animal's response. If at any point your animal seems uncomfortable, we pause. When adjustments are done correctly, they provide relief.
Do I need a referral from my veterinarian?
In Arizona, you do not need a veterinary referral to seek animal chiropractic. We highly value our veterinary colleagues and prefer to work in partnership with your regular vet. It's a good idea to rule out any serious underlying conditions with your veterinarian. We often receive referrals from vets who recognize when a patient could benefit from adjustments.
Will chiropractic care replace regular veterinary care or medications?
No, think of animal chiropractic as a complementary addition to your animal's health regimen, not a replacement for standard veterinary care. Traditional vet medicine is crucial for diagnosing and treating illnesses, injuries, and infections, as well as preventative care such as vaccinations and blood work. Our chiropractic treatments focus on the muscloskeletal and nervous system, working to improve biomechanical function and comfort. There are many situations where an animal may still need medication or surgery, and chiropractic won't change that. Chiropractic can't cure a torn ligament or an internal organ issue. But it can enhance your animal's overall wellness and often reduce the need for pain medications by naturally easing discomfort. Chiropractic is one piece of the puzzle and works best alongside proper veterinary care, good nutrition, and exercise to give your animal the happiest, healthiest life possible.
Curious if chiropractic wellness can help you?
We're happy to answer questions and discuss your health concerns and goals.
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Hours:
Monday 8:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday Large Animal House Calls 8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday & Thursday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am - 12:00pm
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