Paige Haggett- McTimoney Animal Chiropractor

16/07/2024

How to become a therapists favourite- buy them chocolate🍫

02/07/2024

A pleasure as always Woolley Moor Equestrian🥰
Tom is a pleasure to treat and be around- a lovely gentle giant 🐴
I cannot wait to be part of his journey as his work load increases and see what this pair get up too!

25/06/2024

Yesterday I was back at Mullacott Equestrian Centre to treat some more of their beautiful horses🐴
Dougie was very offended that his treatment had finished and I moved onto the horse next door🙈 Then Penny needed a post treatment snooze which my head was the perfect prop for🥹🥰

I adore treating the horses at Mullacott, Hannah and the team are amazing, always ensuring the horses have everything they could ever need, and they’re always so kind and welcoming.

Mullacott- I’ll see you in a couple of weeks🤩

22/06/2024

I can now officially say I am an advanced practitioner 🐶 🐴
This means I have learnt all the advanced techniques as well as the general treatment. These will be automatically included in your animals treatment and ensures I am providing the best treatment I can 🤩

30/04/2024

✨Rare availability✨

On Friday 10th May I have availability in and around Ilfracombe.
Usually when in this direction I am fully booked so if you’re in this direction and wanting an appointment now is your time to let me know.

Remember, it might not be the spring grass that’s making your animals hypersensitive or show different behaviours.

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23/04/2024

A question I receive a lot is "What is McTimoney treatment and how does it work?" so I thought I would share some information.

The McTimoney treatment is gentle, safe and well accepted by animals.
It aims to restore alignment of the neck and spine and allows full functionality of the muscular, skeletal, and nervous system. In turn this then reduces gait dysfunction and improves range of motion throughout each individual vertebra.
This improves comfort for the animal by reducing aches and niggles and by correcting the animal’s skeletal system this can aid and reduce the risk of injury within the future.
Treatment seeks misalignments, these are common for all animals and can be caused by a huge number of reasons,
For horses, this can include, tack, rider, conformation, discipline, slipping, tripping, previous injuries, current aches, and pains (which horses hide), breed and age. For dogs this can include climbing stairs, jumping in and out of the car, jumping on and off the furniture, slipping and tripping, discipline, breed, age and through trauma, such as collisions with other animals or furniture.
The treatment can be used as part of maintenance for the animal and maintenance measures are better than curative measures as once an injury has occurred, it then cannot be undone. It can also help make the animal more comfortable if they have had a pre-existing injury.

If you would like to find out more or book your animal in then feel free to contact me:
Phone/ Whatsapp: ⁨07570 770925⁩
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: Paige Haggett- McTimoney Animal Chiropractor

18/04/2024

Yesterday I had the opportunity to attend the McTimoney ACRC 2024 conference with my MSc research 📖
It’s such an honour to be asked to do these conferences, and hard to believe that this dissertation has led to all these experiences-
I hope everyone found it interesting!
I have one more conference due at the start of next month to share once again the results of the study.
Thank you to everybody who has made these days possible, it’s hard to believe the dissertation I thought I’d never have to think about again has led to this🤩

02/04/2024

I often post videos of the horse showing a sign of release, such as yawning. Today I thought I’d share a video of the muscle releasing through a technique.

The muscle is fasciculating, which is an involuntary muscle twitching, during a treatment this can be a sign of an area of muscle tension releasing which I locate during palpation. Working on these tension areas can reduce pain and dysfunction whilst improving the horses gait, movement and mental happiness 💫

For me it is so important to look at both the skeletal system and the soft tissue- as they both impact each other.

As always, if you’d like to know more then send me a message or contact me on 07570770925 📱

21/03/2024

When treatment makes you feel this relaxed 🥱

After and during treatment I LOVE to see the animals yawning. It shows that they are processing treatment, fully relaxed and feeling all the benefits.
This was post treatment, and there was 7 yawns in succession!

I have some availability left for April, if you’re wanting to know more about what I do or need to book a session then let me know:
📞 07570770925
💻[email protected]

Paige Haggett- McTimoney Animal Chiropractor

08/03/2024

Some reviews from the week🤩

From a voice note:
“I’ve just seen him stride out in trot like I haven’t seen in years and transition straight into canter without being disunited- I haven’t seen him so comfortable in years”

I love when people update me on how their animals are post treatment, some serious job satisfaction 🤩

29/02/2024

🏡Oxfordshire🏡

It’s nearly that time when I’m back again!
I’m back from March 15th-March 22nd.

I still have some availability, so the books are open.
If you’re wanting an appointment and you have not heard from me then this is your warning ❗️

📞 07570770925

23/02/2024

Straight from the Horses Inside Out conference straight back into work. Here the horse was showing muscle tension throughout the Deltoid muscle and his right scapula was lower than his left, after the adjustments and soft tissue work I was rewarded with a big yawn!

15/01/2024

My first 2 gorgeous clients of the day, Rocky and Bert🥰
Both boys behaved beautifully for their treatment and showed lots of signs of release😴
It was such a nice change to be able to treat in the sun today ☀️

If you’re looking to make an appointment or find out more about treatment:
📞 07570770925
✉️ [email protected]

12/01/2024

A fantastic article found by a fellow practitioner about how to play safely with your dog.
Playing ball is a high risk game in terms of misalignments both acute and chronic.

Enjoy safe playtime! Learn how to play ball safely with your dog, preventing injuries and ensuring a joyous, healthy fetching experience.

10/01/2024

💫Oxfordshire clients💫
If you are wanting a treatment for your animal on my next return now is your time to shout.
I’m back on 23rd January and this time around I have some availability left!
Remember it might not be the weather that’s causing them to be hypersensitive, lethargic, unwilling to listen or trying to avoid being tacked up at all!

08/01/2024

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Thank YOU all for supporting small and local businesses.

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06/12/2023

A couple of days ago I had a message from a new client who had been to the vet and referred them to me.
The dog has got a slipped disc and is struggling to walk, I went over to offer the start of the course of treatment and within a few hours the improvement is marked and noted🥰

I cannot wait to see these clients again to help Rudi further. I am so in love with my job❤️

28/11/2023

Vernon, the Most Unusual Cat...

We've all heard of McTimoney chiropractic care for horses and dogs, but did you know it can also be an effective treatment for cats?

This case study tells the story of Vernon, a 15-year-old Burmese cat who suffering from a lifelong health condition; he was diagnosed with a portosystemic shunt (liver shunt) as a kitten. Vernon's owner, Pollyanna FitzGerald, is also a McTimoney Animal Chiropractor, and she decided to use her skills to help him.

McTimoney chiropractic care is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that can help improve range of motion, reduce stiffness and pain, and support the nervous system. Vernon responded well, regaining steadiness and exhibited an overall improvement in his quality of life.

Read Vernon's full story: https://mctimoneyanimal.co.uk/vernon-the-most-unusual-cat/

Pollyanna Fitzgerald is based in Oxfordshire and can be contacted through https://pollyannaequine.co.uk/

Learn more about McTimoney chiropractic care for animals:https://mctimoney-college.ac.uk/

19/11/2023

With the winter well underway it means that the shooting season is too.
As well as taking its toll on us, it’s hard work for them whether it’s picking up, beating or do***ng in. The hard work they do can cause muscle tension, aches, pains and therefore misalignments. Treatment will restore full functionality of the musculoskeletal system and therefore allow them to work optimally and free from pain.

So, I am offering a gun dog discount until December 20th, this can be for any dog doing any kind of gun dog work throughout the winter. Any appointments booked before this time will be included within the discount, so Oxfordshire clients you will not miss out. I’m back at the end of December so can do appointments for you then.

To claim the discount, simply book a session and ask for the discount- it’s that simple.

Book quickly before slots fill up, I do work Sundays to ensure I can get everybody seen in a timely manner.

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Paige Haggett- McTimoney Animal Chiropractor

12/11/2023

How many people give their horse a full cool down after a ride?
This time allows the horse to stretch their top line, stretch their muscles and disperse of any lactic acid which may have build up which can then cause soreness, similar to if we’ve had a hard day. This can help relax the muscles and then reduce stiffness and tension building up.

If you’re looking for an appointment this side of Christmas in North Devon area then message as soon as possible as the diary is filling up. Oxfordshire clients I’ll be back around Christmas time- I already have full days booked so if you’re wanting a session then let me know sooner rather than later so I can fit you all in!

22/10/2023

Today was back to see regular client Beth, the ex racing greyhound.

Beth loves her sessions and tries to snooze as much as she can during and after 😴

The animal being more lethargic after a treatment is completely normal, as the body is working to accommodate the adjustments.

20/10/2023

⭐️The difference a treatment can make⭐️
The first video shows Bea pre treatment, you can see that she is avoiding the contact, her gait is stiff and shuffly, she is leaning on my hands, avoiding the right bend and making a 20m circle quite hard to ride!
The second video (in the comments) is a week after treatment, you can see that she is taking the contact quietly, her gait is more even, she is using her hind quarters more, she is bending more to the right and is listening to me and my aids.
I treat Bea once a month and on palpation the most marked misalignment was that her pelvis had dropped down on the right.
It proves that pre treatment she was not having "an off day" she was trying to tell me that she was uncomfortable and struggling with what I was asking.
Subtle behaviours like this can be a sign that the horse is in need of a treatment. If your horse displays any changes in behaviour then it might be time 📱07570 770925

19/10/2023

Did you know that pre domestication horses were prey animal, and this instinct is still there even after domestication.

This means that not only are they scared of plastic bags, that they hide discomfort and soreness so as not to appear weak and therefore making themselves an easy target for potential predators.

This means that if they’ve had a slip in the field, are sore after a hard day competing or just uncomfortable due to misalignments throughout the skeletal system they will hide this. They may shows signs and symptoms which owners can detect, these can include:
• Unwilling to be caught, tacked up, groomed or mounted.
• Struggling to work on one rein
• Becoming disunited or struggling with a canter lead
• Lethargy or hypersensitivity
• Evasion to rider aids
• Shortening of strides

Any changes in behaviour can show that the horse is uncomfortable. McTimoney treatment can aid to realign the skeletal system, reduce tension through the muscular system, allow full functionality through the nervous system and allow all these systems to work together optimally.

Maintaining the systems of the horse can also help to reduce the risk of a more serious injury in the future, due to reduce gait dysfunction that the horse adapts in order to cope with the discomfort.

I have a few times available for the end of October and November is filling fast, so if you want to get booked in then get in touch.

📱 07570770925
📧 [email protected]

07/10/2023

What can I say apart from wow🥰

A fantastic ride with Mullacott Equestrian Centre, an activity that has been on my bucket list for a very long time and now a day I will remember🤍

Cannot wait to do it again!

22/09/2023

The treatment really can and does help any animal. A very interesting read!

Meet Jeff - he's benefited from McTimoney chiropractic for Metabolic Bone Disease. Toppling over is no longer an issue and he's even been seen using his hind leg to scratch some loose head-shed!

Read all about it here: https://mctimoneyanimal.co.uk/jeff-the-bearded-dragon/ with Emma Chivers McTimoney Animal Chiropractor

11/09/2023

This is Beth, she is a retired racing greyhound who now enjoys a quieter life (sometimes🤣). Her owner came to me as she was starting to loose strength through her hind quarters.
She is now on a treatment programme and it’s clear to see she is feeling much stronger throughout her musculoskeletal system with some impressive tight turning zoomies🥰

I love to see and hear how they react post treatment, especially ones like Beth who stand so beautifully throughout the process, albeit the occasional side eye 👀, who then show how well they’re feeling through behaviour like this🥰

01/09/2023

These horses really are saints 🤣 a pleasure as always to be at MEC treating their horses🥰

How good are our horses. Look closely and you will see the grinder sparks. A busy day today with farrier Josh Cottam and Jade. With Paige Haggett- McTimoney Animal Chiropractor also doing our horses backs. Not many horse would stand still with that lot going on, especially an ex racer Milo and Freisian Kai. Our horses have routine farrier, teeth and back checks to make sure they are comfortable and happy for their jobs at MEC.

18/08/2023

This week we had new client day🤩

This is meatball, he is an XL bully crossed with a patterdale. He was recently rehomed and the owner thought best to keep on top of his musculoskeletal system to try and reduce the incidence of injury within the future.

Safe to say he enjoyed treatment and felt relaxed after with this view as my parting gift🤣

01/08/2023

As some of you will know I have had to take a couple of weeks off work, last Monday I had a doctors visit which then lead to a hospital trip to have some tests done.
These weeks I have had to take to get myself fitter and stronger, as I would not have been able to give you and your animals the treatment they deserve, and that is not what I want to provide.
I have got to head back to the hospital over the weekend for (hopefully) the last lot of tests to be done, hopefully I will then be able to gradually introduce myself back into work!

For all those who I’ve had to cancel during this time I can only apologise, and thank you for all being so kind and understanding- I really truly do appreciate it. I am hoping I can rearrange these appointments for you quickly, so you’re not waiting any longer than you have been.
To all those I already have booked in I am keeping these appointments in the diary, so unless you hear any different- I’ll see you then!

08/07/2023

Some treatment jealousy!

As I was treating one horse who needed a snooze mid treatment, the horse next door decided that they wanted to get involved instead of being ridden🐎

As far as this week goes I’ve got availability in and around Hartland Thursday from 1pm, so if you’re from this area wanting an appointment then let me know.

I’m sure I’ve managed to get everyone an appointment who has sent me a message- if I’ve missed you and your waiting for a day or time then let me know, the books are open this afternoon 📔