Haven Animal Chiropractic

Haven Animal Chiropractic Haven Animal Chiropractic is a holistic provider focused on the health and well-being of your four-legged companions.
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Our doctor uses chiropractic adjustments, rehabilitation, and education to help owners and their animals live their best lives

05/26/2026

Let’s be real, there’s way more than 5 that I could think of 😅

At Haven Animal Chiropractic I do things a bit differently! If you’re curious about chiropractic for your pet, just send me a message and let’s connect!

My patients who take the longest to heal typically have this in common:➡️ Excess weight and chronic inflammation.Keeping...
05/21/2026

My patients who take the longest to heal typically have this in common:

➡️ Excess weight and chronic inflammation.

Keeping pets at a healthy weight is about so much more than appearance. Extra weight places additional stress on joints, muscles, ligaments, and the spine while also increasing inflammation throughout the body.

I often see overweight dogs struggle more with:

mobility
arthritis discomfort
recovery after injury
endurance
compensation patterns
overall healing

Even a few extra pounds can make a huge difference in how a dog moves and feels, especially in seniors or dogs already dealing with orthopedic issues.

One of the most impactful things you can do for your dog’s long-term comfort and mobility is help them maintain a healthy body condition.

05/20/2026

Meet Prince!

An injury left this pup unable to stand or use all 4 legs. Their vet recommended an MRI, but the decided to try chiropractic while waiting to get in.

And boy are we all happy they made that decision! Within a few weeks of adjustments, laser therapy, and rehab at home Prince was able to walk into the office for the first time this week 🙌

There are moments in this work that completely change the way people see what animals are capable of.

This was one of them.

We’ve normalized seeking supportive care for ourselves long before things become “serious.”But with animals, many people...
05/19/2026

We’ve normalized seeking supportive care for ourselves long before things become “serious.”

But with animals, many people don’t realize supportive options exist too.

Veterinary medicine is essential, but it’s not the only tool available to help animals move and feel better.

Animal chiropractic, rehab, acupuncture, mobility work, massage, and other supportive therapies can all play a role depending on the individual animal and situation.

Sometimes the biggest shift is simply realizing there ARE options.

05/18/2026

A hyperactive cutaneous trunci reflex is just a fancy way of saying a dog’s “skin twitch” response along the back is more sensitive or reactive than normal. 🐾

When we lightly touch or pinch the skin, the muscles along the back twitch. If that reaction is extra strong, it can sometimes mean the body is more sensitive in that area.

It may be associated with:

🔹 Back or spinal discomfort
🔹 Disc issues (like IVDD)
🔹 Sore or tight muscles
🔹 Nerve irritation or sensitivity
🔹 Old injuries or compensation patterns

In animal chiropractic, I don’t use this as a diagnosis, I use it as a clue. It helps me notice where the nervous system may be more “on alert” and where the spine or surrounding muscles may not be moving or feeling their best.

From there, we look at the whole picture and focus on improving comfort, mobility, and how well the nervous system is communicating throughout the body. ✨

05/15/2026

If looks could book appointments, she’d already be on the table 😂

Call or text us to schedule your pup’s appointment!
📱 865-643-1313

There’s a lot of fear and misinformation surrounding animal chiropractic care, and honestly, I understand why. Most peop...
05/14/2026

There’s a lot of fear and misinformation surrounding animal chiropractic care, and honestly, I understand why. Most people picture forceful movements or “cracking,” when in reality, properly performed animal chiropractic is gentle, specific, and adapted to the individual animal.

Good animal chiropractic care should never be about forcing movement. It should be thoughtful, intentional, and based on a thorough assessment of the animal in front of you.

That’s also why it matters who is providing the care. Animal chiropractic should only be performed by a licensed vet or chiropractor who has completed additional certification and training in animal chiropractic.

My goal is always to help animals move more comfortably, function better, and feel more at ease in their bodies with calm, respectful care tailored to them.

05/13/2026

Sometimes clients come in for one thing… and leave with improvements no one expected. 🐾

This sweet senior pup originally came in for back arching and limping, but after care his mom noticed he also stopped peeing on his bed and blankets, and even his breath improved!

While chiropractic care isn’t a treatment for those specific issues, improving movement, comfort, and nervous system function can have ripple effects throughout the body. The body is incredibly connected.

One of my favorite parts of this work is hearing all the little “bonus changes” owners notice along the way. 💙

Animals respond best when they feel safe.That’s why my approach is gentle, calm, and intentional—not forceful or overwhe...
05/12/2026

Animals respond best when they feel safe.

That’s why my approach is gentle, calm, and intentional—not forceful or overwhelming. A thorough assessment and effective adjustment do not have to be long, dramatic, or aggressive to create meaningful change.

So much can be learned through observation, movement, tissue tone, posture, and the way an animal responds throughout care.

The goal is never to force the body. It’s to listen to it and work with it. 🐾

05/07/2026

Most dog owners miss this 👇🏼
Dirty ears. Constant paw licking. Chewing.

These aren’t random issues—they’re signals.

If you keep treating the symptoms without asking why, it will keep coming back.

Look deeper. That’s where real healing starts.
Ready to get to the root? Let’s talk.

Dogs are incredibly good at hiding pain. It’s an instinct that comes from their wild ancestors. Showing weakness could m...
05/06/2026

Dogs are incredibly good at hiding pain. It’s an instinct that comes from their wild ancestors. Showing weakness could make them vulnerable, so they often continue to move, play, and act “normal” even when something doesn’t feel right.

That’s why observation matters so much.

Small changes are often the first clue:

📣hesitation jumping or climbing
📣subtle stiffness when getting up
📣changes in posture or gait
📣less enthusiasm for normal activities
📣shifts in behavior, mood, or energy

Pain doesn’t always look like limping or obvious discomfort. Sometimes it looks like “they’re just slowing down a little.”

The better we know what is normal for our dogs, the quicker we can notice when something isn’t right—and the sooner we can support healing, comfort, and function.

Because they won’t always tell us with sound…
but they will show us in the quiet details.

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11320 Kingston Pike
Farragut, TN
37934

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