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Arizona Performance and Competition Animal Chiropractic

Helping Competitive Animal Athletes Stay at Their Peak

Performance animals put their bodies under intense stress. Fast turns, powerful jumps, and long training hours can create wear and tear that affects their comfort, balance and movement. Chiropractic care helps keep these athletes performing at their best by improving flexibility, stride, and joint motion while reducing soreness and injury risk. We care for a wide range of competitive animals including:

Barrel racing and roping horses - improve speed, tight turns, and recovery time
Dressage and jumping horses - enhance balance, collection, and fluid movement
Racehorses and endurance horses - support spinal health and reduce muscle strain
Agility and flyball dogs - boost coordination, speed and jump height
Herding and working dogs - relieve repetitive strain and maintain stamina
Show livestock (cattle, goats, llamas) - help them stand evenly, move smoothly, and stay comfortable during long show days

How do I know if my competition animal might need chiropractic care?

Look for performance changes, slower times, shorter strides, trouble with tight turns, resistance in training, or uneven movement. Even small changes in attitude or willingness can be signs of discomfort.

What benefits can I see in performance?

Many owners notice faster recovery after workouts, improved flexibility, smoother movement, stronger engagement, and more consistent performances in competition.

How soon before a competition should my animal be adjusted?

It's best to schedule adjustments several days to a week before a major event. This gives the body time to adapt to the improved alignment and prevents any post-adjustment soreness from affecting performance.

Will chiropractic interfere with training schedules?

No. Most animals return to normal work right after a session. In fact, many perform better at their next training session because they move more freely.

How often should performance animals get chiropractic care?

Frequency depends on the animal's workload. Active competitors often benefit from monthly maintenance visits, while others may only need tune-ups during competition season or after hard training cycles.

Is chiropractic safe for high level athletes?

Yes. Adjustments are gentle, precise, and tailored to the animal's size and workload. Chiropractic is widely used alongside veterinary care in elite competition programs.