Guest Tess32 Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Do people regularly take puppies to chiros? They really do run and tumble like idiots so I'm wondering if it's worth regular visits? If so, does anyone know a good one down Frankston way or somewhere in this area? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purpley Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 There is Tony in Hampton Park. He is a manipulator. I take my girl there regularly, and Shooey takes her brats there also. Quite a few people use him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 I had a chiro visit us at home - she was awesome and very, very gentle (lots of massage first). Qualified in human and animal chiro. I noticed Zig just didn't look quite right across his spine - he's quite hyper and throws himself around a lot so I'm not surprised I will definitely be getting her back for a follow up in the next few weeks. Here's the website plus the Australian Veterinary Chiropractic Association for more members. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pomquest Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 A good chiro is invaluable. A bad one (read back yard wanna be) can cause irrepairable damage. Get lots of positive feedback on the one you choose to use. When you do choose one and take your dog to him/her, if you can usually tell if they know what they are doing. You know when you get that feelling that all is not well. Well I do anyway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Staff'n'Toller Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 I have used Georgia from Optimal as well. She is great. No way I would ever let anyone unqualified put their hands on my dogs. Mel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavNrott Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 I prefer myotherapy to chiro. It works on the muscles and keeps them strong. If the muscles are strong everything else will probably be held in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flaves Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 There is Tony in Hampton Park. He is a manipulator. I take my girl there regularly, and Shooey takes her brats there also. Quite a few people use him. Me me!! I take Daire too He is great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShellyBeggs Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 I recommend George Scofield here in Mickleham (not far from the airport).... He has done wonders with my dogs who are ALWAYS hurting themselves doing zoomies and playing.... The first time I went i took both dogs, one with an obvious problem and the other just for a check coz I was there. Turned out the one without the obvious problem was worse.....his shoulder was out. At 8mo he wasn't a settled sleeper, and was obviously due to the shoulder........now he sleeps like a lamb all night and most mornings I have to wake him up to come out of his crate. George is very gentle and highly recommended by a LOT of people! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blacklabrador Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 Do people regularly take puppies to chiros? They really do run and tumble like idiots so I'm wondering if it's worth regular visits? Yep, it's particularly important while they are young and growing so quickly. My Vetchiro likes to see them three times before they are one, just as a matter of course. This keeps them in alignment while they are growing and prevents muscle imbalances. Is your pup for showing? Many breeders will not allow their pups to engage in rough play because of the number of injuries they can end up with (minor strains) and also the belief that it can lead to higher hip/elbow scores. Some people just let them be pups too so it's all a matter of opinion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tess32 Posted January 9, 2008 Share Posted January 9, 2008 Nope I decided not to show him. I don't let him play too rough with the adults, but he tends to just do zoomies and throw himself on the ground anyway! I might take him to one after he's had his shots then, see how he goes. I want him to try agility hopefully so I want him in top shape. I will try one of the recommend ones, a home visit would be great as I could do all three! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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