Lost Mountain Animal Chiropractic

08/07/2025

We couldn’t say it better ourselves.

There are people out there who claim to be “animal chiropractors”…

Some say they manipulate animals.
Some use the term “animal chiropractor” in quotes or parentheses, because they aren’t actually trained or certified.

🚨 This is a serious red flag.

Becoming an animal chiropractor requires years of education, training, and certification. Here’s a look at what’s involved:

✅ A Bachelor’s degree (typically in biology or a related field)
✅ A Doctorate in either Chiropractic (DC) or Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
✅ Passing all required board exams (for chiropractors: Parts I, II, III, IV, and Physiotherapy)
✅ Completion of an accredited 220hr animal chiropractic program
✅ Passing of the AVCA certification exam and/or IVCA certificate exam
✅ A current active DC or DVM license
✅ Ongoing continuing education for professional licensure, whether DC or DVM
✅ Ongoing continuing education to maintain animal chiropractic certification
✅ Malpractice insurance, which those who are unlicensed can not obtain
✅ Compliance with your state’s laws (in Illinois, for example, a veterinarian must sign off on animal chiropractic care)

As you can see, becoming an animal chiropractor takes 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 of commitment and rigorous training.

👉 Please do not trust anyone who is not properly educated, licensed, and certified to perform chiropractic care on animals. It’s not just unethical, it can be dangerous.

💡 Always ask:
Are they licensed?
Are they certified?
Do they follow state laws?

🐕‍🦺 If you love your pets, protect them by choosing qualified professionals only.

𝑨𝒕 𝑽𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑨𝒏𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒍 𝑪𝒉𝒊𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒓𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒄, 𝒘𝒆 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒅𝒍𝒚 𝒎𝒆𝒆𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒆𝒙𝒄𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚 𝒓𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒊𝒓𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕. 𝒀𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒕’𝒔 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒅𝒆𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔.

If you’re not in our area, we still want your pets in good hands. Search for certified professionals near you here:
🔹 animalchiropractic.org (AVCA)
🔹 ivca.de (IVCA)

AVCA is the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association and IVCA is International Veterinary Chiropractic Association. If a doctor completes their education passing their certification exam and maintains their required continuing ed, they will automatically be listed. Question those who are not. If they do have the qualifications, they should welcome you asking, just like Dr. Cat and I would.

07/09/2025

Sweet Abby the 4 1/2 year old opossum.

06/06/2025

When your performance horse or agility dog isn’t moving like they used to...
It might not be about training—it might be about alignment.
Chiropractic care keeps their body balanced so they can stay strong, fast, and focused.

🏇 Book a session to support your animal’s peak performance—naturally.

05/30/2025

Your Pet Deserves to Feel Their Best 🐾
At Lost Mountain Animal Chiropractic, we believe pets aren’t just animals — they’re family. Whether it’s your aging golden retriever who’s slowing down or your performance horse in their prime, we’re here to help restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve quality of life through gentle, effective chiropractic care.

✨ Help your pet move better, feel better, and live better.

📅 Appointments available — message us to schedule your pet’s adjustment today!

📲 Because they can’t tell you what hurts… but we can help you find out. 💛

04/15/2025

Noticing your pet is moving slower these days? 🐾

Struggling to jump on the couch or get up from lying down?

These are signs that their body may be out of alignment.

Animal chiropractic care gently restores mobility so they can move freely and comfortably again.

✨ Because every step should feel good.

📲 Ready to help them move better? Send us a message to book an appointment!

04/02/2025

Your active pet isn’t just a companion—they’re an athlete. Whether they compete, run trails with you, or just love to play hard, their bodies go through a lot.

That’s where animal chiropractic care comes in. 🐶💨

✨ We help improve:
✅ Performance & endurance
✅ Joint mobility & flexibility
✅ Pain management
✅ Recovery after activity
✅ Overall well-being and balance

When their spine and nervous system are aligned, your pet can move better, feel better, and live their happiest, healthiest life.

📩 Ready to support your furry athlete’s health naturally? Message us to schedule their chiropractic evaluation today!

03/28/2025

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will distribute oral rabies vaccine (ORV) by aircraft across Catoosa County and surrounding northwest Georgia areas from April 7-15. This operation is part of a nationwide effort by USDA to prevent the spread of raccoon rabies in the eastern United States.

Helicopter and fixed wing aircraft will distribute more than a half million baits containing RABORAL V-RG across nearly 3,000 square miles in northwest Georgia. The baits are packets of vaccine coated with fish crumbles. USDA says the baits are marked with a toll-free number for people seeking information to call and are not harmful to pets.

USDA asks that anyone who finds these baits to leave them alone for wildlife to find. However, if bait is found intact and out in the open it can be tossed deeper into woods or brush. People should wear gloves or use a towel if needed to handle ORV bait and wash their hands afterward.

In the past USDA has completed its annual ORV bait drop in Georgia during October. However, last year’s bait drop was postponed due to the extensive damage and recovery efforts in neighboring states due to Hurricane Helene. This year USDA will drop ORV bait in April and resume its usual baiting in October. Helicopter ORV bait drop operations are scheduled for April 12-15 with fixed wing airplane drops from April 7-12.

For more information call USDA at 1-866-487-3297 or visit: https://tinyurl.com/jn9ub9a5

03/24/2025

Is your pet struggling with stiffness, discomfort, or mobility issues?

Our Animal Chiropractic Services help restore balance, alleviate pain, and improve overall well-being—naturally!

Whether they’re an active competitor, a working companion, or a beloved family pet, gentle chiropractic care can make a difference.

📅 Book an appointment today and give your pet the care they deserve!

03/21/2025

💙💛We love our Bubba💙💛

💙💛Happy World Down Syndrome Day Eason Michael, and to all of our buddies rocking an extra chromosome💙💛

03/15/2025

Thank you Perimeter Working Dog Club for having us out today and taking care of your incredible athletes. 20+ dogs came over for an adjustment!

03/13/2025

Is Your Horse Moving Correctly? 🐴✨

A horse in a hollow frame struggles with balance, often carrying too much weight on the forehand, leading to short, choppy strides and potential discomfort. A round frame, on the other hand, allows for fluid movement, better engagement from the hindquarters, and overall improved performance.

Chiropractic adjustments can help your horse achieve and maintain a round frame, improving posture, stride length, and overall comfort. If your horse is stiff, resistant, or struggling with movement, an adjustment could make all the difference!

📍 Schedule an appointment with Lost Mountain Animal Chiropractic today and help your horse move, perform, and feel its best! 🐎💨