Chiropractic Care for Humans and Animals

When our bodies are aligned properly, we empower ourselves to perform at our highest potential

Dr. Baretich helps her patients enjoy better health in many ways:

• Manual Adjustments that are specific to what your body needs that day - from infants to football players, each treatment is unique
• Activator, drop table, flexion distraction, and other gentle adjustment techniques
• Soft Tissue Mobilization
• Kinesiology Taping
• Rehab and Exercise Guidance
• Functional Movement Assessments
• Nutrition and Lifestyle Guidance

Whole Body Benefits of Chiropractic Care

Chiropractic adjustments don't just help your body feel better - it helps you function better as a whole. These are just a few of the incredible ways in which you can improve (and that aren't depicted on pain scale):

• Improved Proprioception Enhances body awareness and balance by improving joint and spinal signaling to the brain.


• Enhanced Nervous System RegulationHelps the body shift out of “fight or flight” and into “rest and repair” by optimizing spinal input to the autonomic nervous system.


• Faster Reaction TimeImproves communication between brain and body — which is critical for athletes (and equine athletes) needing quick, coordinated movement.


• Better Posture & BiomechanicsRestoring alignment reduces aberrant feedback to the brain, helping the body move more efficiently and accurately.


• Reduced Neuromuscular CompensationPrevents overuse or guarding patterns that stem from imbalances in spinal input and muscle tone.


• Increased Range of MotionAdjustments can free up restrictions that limit motion and block clean nerve signaling.


• Greater Adaptability to StressA balanced nervous system supports quicker recovery from physical, emotional, or environmental stressors.


• Improved Focus & CalmEspecially in animals and children, adjustments often result in a calmer demeanor and better mental clarity — a result of parasympathetic activation.

Not just bodywork - The Cowgirl Chiropractor has a unique approach to your horse's care

• Dr. Baretich uses manual adjusting techniques taught in a post-doctorate animal chiropractic program. Only licensed doctors (veterinarians and chiropractors) can attend this school, and graduates have to then pass board certification by either the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association or American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. The adjustments used on animals are safe, specific, effective, and different from those of unlicensed bodyworkers.
• Soft tissue work such as massage and fascial release are always used in conjunction with chiropractic care to offer a thorough approach to care.
• Stretching techniques following your horse's individual range of motion
• Posture and biomechanics analysis
• Exercise guidance to help achieve health goals
• Identifying areas needing veterinary, farrier, or behavioral referral

How Chiropractic Benefits the Equine Nervous System

Chiropractic care helps your horse move better not just by adjusting alignment — but by improving how their nervous system communicates with their body.

• Better Body Awareness (Proprioception)Adjustments help the brain more accurately sense where the horse’s body is in space — improving balance, coordination, and agility, and preventing trips, knocking a jump rail, or tipping a barrel.


• Improved Nervous System RegulationHorses often hold onto stress or tension. Chiropractic helps restore nervous system balance between sympathetic and parasympathetic systems, shifting them into a more relaxed, responsive state.


• Quicker Reaction TimeClearer communication between spine, brain, and muscles means faster reflexes and smoother transitions — especially useful in performance horses.


• More Efficient, Symmetrical MovementRealigning the spine supports better posture, muscle engagement, and balance from poll to pelvis.


• Reduced Compensatory PatternsWhen one area is restricted, other parts of the body can suffer. Chiropractic removes these hidden blockages before they become bigger issues.


• Enhanced Recovery from Physical or Environmental StressHauling, new footing, intense training — it all affects the nervous system. Regular care supports the horse’s ability to heal themselves innately.


• Calmer Mind, Softer BodyA well-balanced spine often results in a calmer, more willing horse. That’s the nervous system shifting from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest.”

Canine Chiropractic

Techniques

Dr. Baretich uses manual adjusting techniques taught in a post-doctorate animal chiropractic program. Only licensed doctors (veterinarians and chiropractors) can attend this school, and graduates have to then pass board certification by either the International Veterinary Chiropractic Association or American Veterinary Chiropractic Association. The adjustments used on animals are safe, specific, effective, and different from those of unlicensed bodyworkers.

How Chiropractic Supports Your Dog’s Nervous System

Chiropractic care isn’t just for pain relief — it helps optimize your dog’s nervous system function for better movement, mood, and overall well-being.

Here's what that looks like:

• Better Balance & Body AwarenessDogs with injuries, aging changes, or neurologic conditions often lose coordination. Chiropractic improves proprioception — helping them move with more stability and confidence.


• Improved Stress ResponseAdjustments support a healthy nervous system, helping dogs shift out of “fight or flight” mode into a more calm, regulated state — especially helpful for anxious or reactive pups.


• Smoother, More Comfortable MovementWhen the spine is misaligned, it can create tension and compensation. Chiropractic restores proper function, reducing stiffness and awkward gait patterns.


• Faster Reaction TimeClean communication between the brain and limbs supports quicker, more controlled movement — vital for agility dogs or aging dogs trying to avoid slips and falls.


• Better Muscle Engagement & PostureDogs who “roach” their backs, favor one limb, or struggle on stairs often have nervous system interference. Adjustments improve how their muscles activate and coordinate.


• Enhanced Recovery from Injury, Surgery, or OveruseWhether your pup is bouncing back from TPLO surgery or just overdid it on the trails, chiropractic helps reduce compensations and support smoother healing.


• Happier, Calmer DemeanorMany owners report their dog seems more relaxed, happy, or affectionate after an adjustment — a sign their nervous system is finally at ease.