Head to Tail Wellness

Head to Tail Wellness Dr. Lacy Smiesko, DC, CVCP, cAVCA - helping people and pets function their best!

01/18/2026

Dr. Lacy and her puppy are learning new tricks Petsmart Monroeville!

“Leave it” helps keep your puppy safe by preventing them from picking up harmful objects like trash, toxic foods/medications, or sharp items. It also builds impulse control, teaching them to pause and look to you for guidance instead of acting on instinct. Over time, this command strengthens trust, improves focus, and makes everyday walks and playtime calmer and safer for both of you.

🐾 Why Should My Puppy See a Chiropractor? 🐾Puppies grow fast—and just like human kids, their bodies go through a lot of ...
01/14/2026

🐾 Why Should My Puppy See a Chiropractor? 🐾

Puppies grow fast—and just like human kids, their bodies go through a lot of changes along the way! Gentle chiropractic care during the early stages of life can help support proper alignment as puppies grow into strong, healthy adults.

From slips on the floor, playful tumbles, learning stairs, or roughhousing with siblings, everyday puppy activities can create small imbalances in the body. When left unaddressed, these minor issues can contribute to compensation patterns that show up later as pain, stiffness, or injuries.

Chiropractic care for puppies is gentle, safe, and tailored to their growing bodies, focusing on prevention and wellness—not just pain relief. Starting early helps set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy movement, comfort, and vitality. 🐶💙

✨A healthy start leads to a healthier future!

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Happy Howlidays from Head to Tail Wellness 🐾❤️🎅🏼 We know you all have been good boys and girls this year! That means ext...
12/25/2025

Happy Howlidays from Head to Tail Wellness 🐾❤️🎅🏼 We know you all have been good boys and girls this year! That means extra treats for everyone! 🍪🐱🐶

7 year old Lena was having trouble getting up the stairs, climbing onto the couch and into bed, and was limping on her b...
12/20/2025

7 year old Lena was having trouble getting up the stairs, climbing onto the couch and into bed, and was limping on her back left leg. Lena’s veterinarian recommended trying chiropractic.

⏭️ after the first visit, she was climbing onto the couch and the limping had resolved.
⏭️⏭️ after the second visit, she started climbing onto the bed again! (She even wags her tail at the end of her visit!)

We love helping pets do the things they love! 🐾

Do you know someone with a pet that is having the same issues? Share our page with them or have them find an AVCA certified chiropractor in their area. 🐕

Our newest assistant started training today 💻 🐶 Pretty soon he’ll be completing chart notes and scheduling appointments!...
12/19/2025

Our newest assistant started training today 💻 🐶 Pretty soon he’ll be completing chart notes and scheduling appointments! 😜

Did you know Dr. Lacy’s favorite “human” supplement manufacturer also has a veterinary line? 🐶🐱 She has used their felin...
12/19/2025

Did you know Dr. Lacy’s favorite “human” supplement manufacturer also has a veterinary line? 🐶🐱 She has used their feline and canine formulas to support her pets for the last 5 years. Swipe to see some of her favorite products ➡️

If you’re interested in using their products to support your own pet send us a message and we can share more information on products they offer.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 Thank you for supporting us all these years! None of this is lost on us 🙏🏼🤎
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 Thank you for supporting us all these years! None of this is lost on us 🙏🏼🤎

The possibility of surgery can always be scary for a pet owner. We are so happy this sweet girl did better with chiropra...
11/19/2025

The possibility of surgery can always be scary for a pet owner. We are so happy this sweet girl did better with chiropractic care and didn’t need to have surgery.

After the relief stage of care, wellness care can help keep your pet moving and feeling their best!

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November is National Senior Pet Month, a month dedicated to celebrating senior cats and dogs. Senior pets can offer so m...
11/06/2025

November is National Senior Pet Month, a month dedicated to celebrating senior cats and dogs. Senior pets can offer so much love, loyalty and companionship to pet owners!

Dr. Lacy loves working with senior pets and has helped them continue to do the things they love like going on walks or climbing onto the couch to be next to their favorite human 🐶🐱 she has worked with countless dogs, ages 12-16. The most common phrases heard from pet parents are “he/she is acting 10 years younger” and “he/she hasn’t done that in years!”

We recommend wellness “tune ups” for seniors to kee them feeling their best!

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11/04/2025

The first time Dr. Lacy met Buddy he was bedridden and couldn’t use his hind legs. His parents said he had an MRI and was diagnosed with a fibrocartilaginous embolism. The emergency vet recommended rehabilitation to give him the best chance at walking again. His parents tried to schedule aquatic therapy but the equipment was being serviced. Their last resort was seeing Dr. Lacy for chiropractic therapy. After the first visit, Dad said Buddy was able to stand on all four paws for 10 minutes without assistance. After the second visit, no more knuckling with the right hind leg. Three years later and now Buddy is enjoying walking a mile (and more) around his neighborhood.

Happy Howl-o-ween! 🐶 🎃 Does your pet dress up in a costume? If so, post a pic in the comments! We’d love to see!
10/31/2025

Happy Howl-o-ween! 🐶 🎃 Does your pet dress up in a costume? If so, post a pic in the comments! We’d love to see!

Oaks was a big fan of TMJ traction today 🐴 The TMJ has two primary functions: mastication and balance. The TMJ is highly...
10/24/2025

Oaks was a big fan of TMJ traction today 🐴

The TMJ has two primary functions: mastication and balance.

The TMJ is highly innervated, and consists of structures that dictate a horse’s balance and sensory perceptions. There is an intricate web of information weaving throughout the TMJ, throat latch, and poll that directly affect biomechanics and neurology of the whole horse.

💥 Indications of possible TMJ dysfunction:
• pain/sensitivity around the ears
• uneven tooth wear
• inability to shift the mandible from side to side
• clicking sound while chewing
• chewing more on one side or always chewing in the same direction
• dropping large amounts of food when eating
• taking longer than normal to complete a meal
• passing whole food through the manure
• throwing head while riding
• difficulty taking the bit

A neuromuscular dentist is key to the health of your horse’s TMJ. And addressing any injuries or restrictions to the neck, shoulder and jaw with body work can help relieve tension and promote proper function. 🌟

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