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Maryland Animal Chiropractic, LLC

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Maryland Animal Chiropractic, LLC

Maryland Animal Chiropractic, along with your veterinarian, can help your small and large animals with mobility, recovery and athletic performance. Why?
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Dr. Jean Thompson founded Maryland Animal Chiropractic (MAC) in 2009 due to the demand for serving animal patients suffering from neck and back pain, arthritis, sprains and other ailments. Her associate, Dr. Jennifer Henrickson came on board in 2020 with extensive training in chiropractic and a deep passion for all animals. Both are Doctors of Chiropractic, specializing in animals, working mostly

with canine and feline species. Together they bring over 20 years of experience in chiropractic. Dr. Thompson is an international instructor for the elite animal chiropractic school, Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic. Animal Chiropractic is a field of animal health care that focuses on the preservation and health of the neuromusculoskeletal system. Nerves control everything that happens in your animals. Anything adversely affecting the nervous system will have detrimental effects that will resonate throughout the entire body. The command centers of the nervous system are the brain and spinal cord which are protected by the spine. The spine is a complex framework to bones (vertebra), ligaments, muscles and nerves. If the movement and biomechanics of the vertebra become dysfunctional, they can interfere with the performance of the nerves that are branching off of the spinal cord and going to all of the muscles and organs. As this occurs, your animal can lose normal mobility; resulting in stiffness, tension, pain and even organ dysfunction. Additionally, when normal movement is affected, and left unattended, it will ultimately impact your animal’s overall wellbeing and quality of life. Symptoms that your animal could benefit from chiropractic includes:
• Weakness in the hind end
• Arthritis
• Difficulty Jumping
• Gait abnormalities / Lameness
• Stops grooming their hind end
• Cries when being petted
• Pain when being touched, petted or lifted
• Constantly licking or chewing paws
• Negative changes in attitude or behavior
• Altered sitting “Puppy Sitting”

09/13/2024

Want your pet to be on our "MAC Wall of Fame"?If you are a current client of ours, please send us your photo(s) to info@...

09/12/2024

Want your pet to be on our "MAC Wall of Fame"?

If you are a current client of ours, please send us your photo(s) to [email protected]. :-) 📷

Please be sure to send a high resolution photo.

We love seeing these beautiful faces!

09/11/2024

Mark your calendars! MAC will be at DogFest this Saturday, September 14th from 11 - 4 p.m.

Come have a fun day with your canine pal and show your support for the shelter animals at the Baltimore Humane Society in Reisterstown, Maryland on Saturday, September 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Enjoy exciting activities for everyone!

Take part in fun games and contests for your dog like Best Costume, Catch the Treat, Musical Sit, and Best Pet Trick.

Enjoy live music by Shrink the Deficit!

Impressive K-9 demonstrations by the MD Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services K-9 Unit.

Your dog can partake in a agility & lure course.

Swimming for dogs in our Dippin’ Dogs pool area.

Dogs can partake in TORC, which combines the fun of tricks, conditioning and obedience skills, where teams traverse through a course, scoring points along the way.

Have your dog tested for the AKC’s Canine Good Citizen. The C.G.C test is an opportunity to demonstrate your dog’s good social manners and earn a title.

Kids Kennel- Pet-themed arts, crafts, games, and a bounce house.

Enjoy delicious treats from our food trucks and shopping at our vendor marketplace.

We hope to see you and your pups there!

https://bmorehumane.org/dogfest/

09/10/2024

Our pup client "River" came in for an adjustment today with Dr. Thompson. Talk about being photogenic. 📷 He was looking for the camera and making sure we got his good side at all times. You are such a cutie pie River!

09/06/2024

Join MAC in celebrating "Service Dog Appreciation Month" this month!

Pictured below are two of our clients, Teddy and Scotty who are both Service Dogs and Certified Therapy Dogs, through our friends over at Fidos For Freedom in Laurel, MD.

National Service Dog Month is celebrated to recognize the important work that service dogs do for people with disabilities.

Some things to know about service dogs include:

Tasks
Service dogs can perform a variety of tasks, such as picking up dropped items, opening and closing doors, and alerting handlers to medical emergencies.

Types of service dogs
There are different types of service dogs, including guide dogs, signal dogs, hearing dogs, and diabetic alert dogs.

Legal rights
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar legislation in other countries protect the legal rights of service dogs and their handlers.

Demand
There is a high demand for service dogs, especially for veterans who have experienced challenges associated with military service.

Some ways to celebrate National Service Dog Month include:

Spreading the word about service dogs, engaging in educational activities, supporting access rights, and respecting boundaries.

Keep up the great work Scotty and Teddy!

We are so very proud of you both!

09/05/2024

Spatzle puts the "Fast" in the Fast CAT with pure natural ability. He is now adding a fitness routine, following his chiropractic tune-ups, in order to maximize his body's potential and reduce risk of injury.

09/05/2024

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, a time to recognize and address pain in animals. The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) started the month to raise awareness of pain in animals, which can be caused by many things, including injuries, disease, arthritis, and cancer.

Some signs of pain in pets include:

Decreased activity: Pets may be less active, sleep more, or take longer to greet people.

Change in posture: Pets may hold their head and tail low, or favor one side over the other.

Difficulty standing: Pets may have trouble standing up after lying down, or not want to go up or down stairs.

Reluctance to jump: Pets may be less likely to jump up on surfaces, especially cats who like to explore high places.

Decreased eating and drinking: Pets may lose interest in food or water.

Anxious expression: Pets may show anxious expressions.

Submissive behavior: Pets may show submissive behavior.

Whimpering: Pets may whimper.

Howling or growling: Dogs may howl or growl.

Guarding behavior: Pets may show guarding behavior.

Pain can be acute or chronic, and chronic pain can be subtle. Pets often instinctively hide pain, and chronic discomfort can be mistaken for "getting old" or "slowing down".

There are many ways to treat pain in animals, either traditionally or with a more holistic approach such as chiropractic, acupuncture, laser therapy, myo facial massage, aqua therapy, herbal medicines and more.

Maryland Animal Chiropractic is here to help your pets feel their very best. Call us today if your pet seems to be experiencing any level of discomfort.

08/30/2024

Skye thinks the best part of her underwater 💦 treadmill session is the towel rubs 🐾 afterwards.

08/28/2024

It's a scorcher out there today. Keep your dog's protected from heat stroke by knowing the signs to look for. 🔥 🥵

08/27/2024

Our client "MILES" is all "SMILES" during his chiropractic adjustment with Dr. Thompson! 😉

08/26/2024

It's an extra special day for our pups today! Give your pups a few extra treats, an extra long belly rub and an extra long walk to celebrate them and how special they are to you and your family! 🥳 🎉 🎊

08/23/2024

The new school year is an adjustment for our pets too, but there's a few things we can do to make it easier on them! 🏫🎒✏️ 📓

08/23/2024

Caedmon is working on an intense fitness regime. Today, he had his back legs planted on an elevated bench and walked on the Underwater Treadmill with his front legs only to really fire up his core, shoulders and front legs. He is such a hard worker! hiropractic.

08/22/2024

Our client Skye came in with hind leg lameness. Skye is working together with our Canine Fitness Trainer, Abilgail Brown, to regain muscle loss that occurs as a natural result of pups aging. Great job on the the treadmill Skye!

08/22/2024

Whether you prefer a more holistic approach or traditional veterinary care, regular checkups are always important for your feline buddies. 🩺💊💉

08/21/2024

Every month is Dog Month in our book! 😉

08/20/2024

We'd love your feedback! If you've had a positive experience with Maryland Animal Chiropractic, please take a moment to share your thoughts on Google. We appreciate your support our animal wellness center.

https://g.page/r/CcXgzrC7x4zkEAE/review

07/12/2024

Caedmon working on core strengthening and endurance for his sport.

07/08/2024

Thank you to Wally 🐕 and CiCi 🐶 for volunteering your time for our first Open House at ! And to our fellow practitioners and animal care givers who attended as well.

07/01/2024

Pippen is able to dock dive because of his adjustments with Dr. Thompson!🐕💦.

06/20/2024

In just one month’s time of weekly UWTM, Brooke has halved the muscle mass discrepancy she started with after her recovery from knee/stifle surgery. She continues to come weekly and loves to work for kibble, peanut butter and yogurt. 💪🏼🐕🐾🌊

06/20/2024

We love when River & Breeze come into the Center to visit Dr Thompson for tune-ups! We especially love when Robin wears her really cool t-shirts 👀👀🐾🦴!!!

06/19/2024

Benefits of Underwater Treadmill Therapy.

06/14/2024

Looking to soothe sore muscles for your canine companion?

NOW BOOKING - CANINE MASSAGE SESSIONS IN ELLICOTT CITY!

I am so excited to announce that Boomerang K9 will be offering massage at Maryland Animal Chiropractic's office in Ellicott City.

Appointments are available on Tuesdays; to schedule, email [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there and helping your pup feel just as relaxed as sleepy Bigby!

06/14/2024

06/11/2024

The sheep herding crew visiting Dr Jean for their tune-ups!!

06/05/2024

Don’t forget to show them how much you love them!!🐾♥️.

05/31/2024

Grady is making it happen on the Underwater Treadmill! We believe in you Grady!!♥️🐾.

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10788 Hickory Ridge Road
Columbia, MD
21044

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 1pm

Website

http://Marylandanimalchiropractic.com/

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Yes! Your cat may benefit from acupuncture sessions at Maryland Animal Chiropractic. Acupuncture can help your cat find relief from pain, soothe their anxiety, and help them feel good. As always, please check in with your veterinarian first. Once you get the okay, send us a message. We would love to help your kitty! #cats #animalchiropractor #jointpainreliefnaturally #wellnessforcats #cathealth #meowmeow

You may shocked to find out… Animal chiropractor and acupuncture sessions can also benefit small animals like hamsters, Guinea pigs, and ferrets who have arthritis. As always, check with your vet to get the okay then give us a call at Maryland Animal Chiropractor to see if animal chiropractic sessions can help your pet. We look forward to soothing your pet. #reels #chiropractic #animalchiropractor #wellnessforpets #backpainrelief #neckpainrelief #petarthritis #smallpetcarevisits🐱🦎🐇

If meds have brought your pup zero pain, or anxiety relief there maybe another option. Animal acupuncture can help with pain, while soothing their nerves. Speak with your vet and then send us a message. Let’s find your pet some relaxation and pain free movement. #reels #dogreels #dogarthritis #doganxiety #helpmydog #anxietyreliefdordogs #petservicesmaryland #petservices #acupuncturefordogs

Your senior dog is able to learn new tricks! So the saying, “you can’t teach old dogs new tricks” or irrelevant. what are you going to teach your senior dog? #reels #dogreels #marylandlifestyle #animalchiropractic #chiropractorfordogs #animalchiropractor #petchiropractorneeded

Canine fitness tip: Mix up your exercise routine to keep it fun! Try frisbee, do a yoga class together, or get them a new toy to mentally stimulate your dog. #seniordog #seniordogsrule #seniordogsofig #caninefitnessmonth #caninefitness #animalchiro #marylandanimalchiropractic

The summer is coming! Be careful of hot tar which can burn sensitive paws! #animalchiropractic #animalchiropractor #animalchiro #dogtips #summerdogs #maryland

What do you love most about your dog? Share it with us in the comments. #reels #dogreels #ᴅᴏɢsᴛᴀɢʀᴀᴍ #animalchiropractic #animalchiropractor #holisticpetsofinstagram

Does seasonal allergies drive your dog crazy? Maryland Animal Chiropractic can help your dog find allergy relief. Our acupuncture sessions help regulate the digestive tract which helps alleviate miserable allergies. Ask your vet if acupuncture could a helpful allergy relief service today, then send us a message to book your appointment. #reels #petallergy #petallergyrelief #acupuncuturefordogs #dogimmunitysupport #animalchiropractic #animalchiropractor #marylandanimalchiropractic

📖Happy National Book Day📖 This is your sign to take a break, grab that book you just bought, and cuddle up with your doggo! #reels #nationalbookday #nationalbookday📚 #readingwithdogs #dogbookworm #animalchiropractor #marylandanimalchiropractic

🐾If you want to exercise your canine who is in their senior years, chances are their bodies aren’t the same as when they were puppies. Which means you have to find effective exercise that will help them stay healthy without banging on their joints. One way to do this is to walk them from the house to the light pole of your street and back. It’s effective enough to help them shed calories but it’s low impact so it doesn’t hurt them. #reelsinstagram #dogreels #dogfitness #dogfitnesstraining #seniordog #seniordogsrule #maryland #animalchiro #animalchiropractor #marylandanimalchiropractic

🐾Looking for ways to celebrate Earth Day 2024 with your pet? Here’s a fun, non-expensive idea: Make it a picnic pawty! Grab some of your furry best friends. Pack a picnic with food for yourself and for your pet. If you really want to go the cheap route, host the picnic pawty in your backyard and plant some pet-safe plants! If your pup shows signs of soreness, contact your vet to see if a session on our new aquatic treadmill can help. #happyearthday #earthday2024 #marylandpetservices #animalchiro #animalchiropractic #softissuetherapy #holsiticpetcare #aquatictreadmill

Animal chiropractic sessions are a great way to help improve the mobility of your dog's spine. A rigid, stiff stine can be gently maneuvered through animal chiropractic sessions to enhance your pup's movement. As always please consult with your veterinarian first. Once you get the green light send us a message to book an appointment we'd love to help your pup feel better! #caninecompanion #doggies #caninespine #canineathletes #animalchiropractor #Maryland

It's National Pet Owner Appreciate Day! Take some time to go out and celebrate! #Maryland #petsarefamily #nationalpetownerappreciationday #petownership #petparentlife #animalchiropractor

If you're looking for a sweet way to treat your dog, you can give them peaches. Keep in mind you cannot give them the pits, canned, or jarred peaches. It must be small, cut-up, pieces of peaches off of a fruit. Peaches can be a healthy source of vitamin A and fiber. Have a peachy day! #chihuahualife #seniordogsofinstagram #seniordogsarethebest #seniorlife #animalchiropractor #animalchiropractic

Exercise is essential. But so isn't rest. After a long day of activity make sure your dog has somewhere they can relax. #restisimportant #giveitarest #marylanddogs #animalchiropractor #dogslife #Maryland

If your canine seems to be bored of their leisurely walk, canine sports are a great way to get them motivated to exercise. From frisbee to football, to watersports and everything in between there is no limit to the possibilities of exercise for your canine. In addition, they can meet other pawfriends, and you can mingle with other pet owners. It's a great way to get the entire family involved in fitness as well! #caninecompanion #CanineFitnessMonth #dogreels #caninesports #atheleticcanines #animalchiropractor

With the summer coming it may be tempting to take your dog with you. However, if you go to a place that doesn't allow dogs, leave them at home where they are cool. How hot is too hot? Do not leave your dog in the car on hot summer days that are higher than 70 degrees. Additionally, what feels like 70 for us feels like 120 degrees for them. #animalchiropractor #animalchiropractic #maryland #summerdog #dogtips #canines #seniordogsrule

Wondering if a chiropractic session is right for your dog? Here are signs to tell if your dog can benefit from a chiropractic session: 1. Limpiing- your dog may have a gaited walk, limp, or may take their time moving. This can be a sign that there may be a chiropractic session. 2. Crookedness- If your dog is sitting or lying down in a crooked manner it could mean they are trying to avoid a painful spot. 3. Whimpering- your dog may whimper when trying to move a paw or lay down on one side. Whimpering when touch is applied to a certain area of their body can mean something may be hurting them. If your dog shows any of these signs please contact your veterinarian. Once they've ruled out any serious issues they can refer your dog to us for a chiropractic session to improve your dog's mobility and ease their pain. #reels #dogpain #seniordog #athleticdog #germanshepherd #animalchiropractor #maryland

Summer is right around the corner. Unfortunately, that also means it's blue-green algae poisoning. If you see a green substance resembling pea soup or green pain, you should probably grab your dog and get home ASAP. Green-blue algae is incredibly fatal to dogs and humans. #bluegreenalgae #summerdogtips #dogtips #Maryland #marylanddogs #marylandcanines

Playtime for most dogs involves a lot of jumping, bending, and twisting. If they are having trouble moving it can make it harder to perform these moves. There are things you can do to help them get their flexibility back. Such as visiting us at Maryland Animal Chiropractic. Our aquatic treadmill is a gentle, and low-impact way to exercise your athletic dog or senior dog. The gentle water, coupled with the movement of the treadmill will help them exercise and release painful joints. Contact your vet to see if Maryland Animal Chiropractic's aquatic treadmill is a safe option for your dog. *Please note we are only booking sessions right now. Our new treadmill will be ready to go in May.* #dogs #dogsoffacebook #dogsofinstagram #dogrehabilitation #animalchiropractic #dogexercise #athleticdog #animalchiropractor #dogplaytime #seniordogs