Johnson Chiropractic Animal Clinic

01/06/2026

WINTER WALKING LOOKS DIFFERENT 🐾❄️
Ice, packed snow, deep drifts, and stormy days can change how your dog moves — even if you’re walking less.

On ice, packed snow, and uneven footing, animals naturally try to protect themselves by:

shortening their stride

bracing through the spine

shifting weight to stay steady

Even a “small” slip (or a near-slip) can create compensation patterns and restricted motion through the neck, shoulders, mid-back, low back, and hips.

You might notice things like:
• stiffness after naps
• reluctance with stairs or jumping
• a shorter stride
• your pet seeming a little “off”

Animal chiropractic helps restore normal joint and spinal motion so your pet isn’t constantly compensating — which can make winter movement feel easier and more comfortable.

Pets aligned for life.

01/02/2026

As 2026 arrives, we just want to say thank you. 🐾
Thank you for trusting us with the animals you love. Thank you for caring about their comfort, their mobility, and their quality of life. And thank you for being the kind of humans who notice when something feels “off” and choose support instead of pushing through.

Here’s to 2026—more ease, more play, more cozy naps, and fewer stiff starts to the day.
From our clinic to your home: Happy New Year! 🎉

12/25/2025

Wishing you and your animals a very Merry Christmas and a season filled with comfort, calm, and cozy moments together. 🎄🐾

If you’re traveling, hosting, or your routine is changing this week, keep an eye on the “quiet cues” your pet might show when their body feels off—slower rising, stiffness after rest, less interest in walks, or more irritability. A little support can go a long way in helping them stay comfortable through the holiday hustle.

From all of us at Johnson Chiropractic Animal Clinic—warmest Christmas wishes, and gentle, healthy movement for every body (two-legged and four-legged). 💚

12/16/2025

Did you know animal chiropractic care doesn’t just help joints—it can also support your pet’s circulation?

When the spine and joints are stuck or misaligned, the surrounding muscles, blood vessels, and nerves can get tense or compressed. Gentle chiropractic adjustments help restore normal movement, which can:

Encourage healthier blood flow
Help muscles get the oxygen and nutrients they need
Support faster recovery after activity or injury
Reduce stiffness so your pet can move with more ease and comfort
More freedom in the spine and joints means better “flow” through your pet’s whole body. That often looks like brighter eyes, easier movement, better energy, and a more relaxed nervous system.

Chiropractic care is a beautiful complement to veterinary care—another way to support your animal’s overall health, comfort, and quality of life. 🐾

If any of this sounds like your dog or cat, it might be time for a chiropractic check-in.
Contact Dr. Kelly at Johnson Chiropractic Animal Clinic (JCAC) to ask questions or book an appointment for your pet.

12/10/2025

Is your dog suddenly a “nope” about walks? 🐾

Sometimes it’s not just the weather, the time change, or them being “stubborn.”
Resisting walks can be your animal’s way of saying, “Something doesn’t feel right in my body.”

You might notice:

Planting their feet or refusing to leave the driveway
Turning back toward home sooner than usual
Lagging behind when they used to be out front
Struggling with curbs, stairs, or jumping into the car
Slipping more on floors or taking longer to get up after resting

These can all be subtle signs of:
Joint discomfort in the neck, shoulders, spine, hips, or knees
Reduced range of motion that makes striding uncomfortable
Muscle tension from overcompensating in other areas
Nerve irritation that makes movement feel “off” or unsafe

How animal chiropractic can help?
Animal chiropractic at Johnson Chiropractic Animal Clinic (JCAC), helps:
Restores mobility in stiff or restricted joints
Reduces discomfort so movement feels easier
Improves body awareness and coordination
Makes everyday things—like walks, stairs, and play—feel better and safer
When movement feels good again, most dogs are much happier to head out the door.

If this sounds like your dog, it may be more than “they just don’t feel like it.”
Book an animal chiropractic assessment with Dr. Kelly at JCAC in Perth to support your pet’s comfort, confidence, and love of walking again.

12/02/2025

Reiki for Older Animals 🐾

As our animals age, their bodies change – stiff joints, slower walks, hearing or vision fading, more naps. They’re still the same soul, just in a body that needs more comfort and support.

Reiki helps:
💠Ease tension so sore muscles and joints can relax
💠Support digestion and deeper, more restful sleep
💠Settle the nervous system so they can adapt to hearing/vision loss and use their other senses more clearly
💗Most of all, it gives them a calm space to feel seen, understood, and deeply loved.

Reiki doesn’t replace your vet or medications – it works alongside them to support comfort and quality of life. This is my boy Buddy at 12. Reiki was a big part of how I supported him as he got older.

I offer home and barn visits so your senior can relax in their own space.
You can also see me in person at Johnson’s Chiropractic Animal Clinic (JCAC) in Perth, Ontario on Thursdays from 1–7 pm.

Message me if you’d like to explore Reiki support for your older animal. 💚

11/29/2025

Come see us today!!!

Friendly reminder that we have our Santa Paws event at Crystal Palace this Saturday November 29th from 10am to 3pm! 🎅🏻🤶🏻🐾

We will have tons of things for not only your furry friend to enjoy but you as well!

Some of our vendors include:

It Takes A Village Dog Rescue which is a foster based rescue who have helped give many dogs a second chance

Freedom Dog Rescue which is an Ottawa based non profit rescue

Endless Pawtential
Rachel does group classes, one on one training & Bowen therapy

Johnson Chiropractic Animal Clinic
Their goal is to minimize dis-ease of your pets nervous system in order to maximize well-being, mobility & longevity

Momentous Reiki
Mo will be doing animal reiki which is an energy healing technique that restores & balances the body’s natural energy

Pups At The Altar
Krystal chaperones your pups on your special day so they can be there for vows, photos & memories

The Loft Massage Therapy- Horse Hound & Human
Horse, hound or human
Jenni Ulrich is a registered massage therapist & equine/canine massage therapist

Happy Hooves Soaps & Stuff
Nicole & Kim mother daughter duo offer high quality goat milk soaps, salves, lotions & more

Liz Moffat Art
Liz makes your pets come to life with custom pet
portraits!

All In 1 Dog Training
Joanna Hoskins is a dog trainer who is passionate about dog agility! Offering 4 different levels of agility classes for all dogs & has an outdoor agility field!

This & That Canine Co.
A Canadian company that carries high quality human grade treats & chews for our feline & canine friends

Lifetime & Wholesome Blend Pet Food
Canadian dog & cat pet food that offer high quality recipes made with the highest quality ingredients

Sunflower Pet Care
🐾 Nail trims will be provided from 10am-3pm by Allison with Sunflower Pet Care! She offers nail trim and paw care services in your home to eliminate stress and provide convenience!

We are so excited to see you all Saturday! ✨

11/23/2025

When your pet’s joints don’t glide smoothly, they don’t move or feel their best.

Tiny “adhesions” (think internal sticky spots) can form between the joint capsule, ligaments, and surrounding soft tissues. These adhesions limit normal motion, pull on sensitive structures, and can contribute to stiffness, compensation, and discomfort.

Gentle animal chiropractic adjustments help:

Improve joint motion

Reduce the stress on surrounding tissues

Encourage the body to remodel those sticky adhesions over time

The result? More comfortable, fluid movement and a happier animal.

For the best outcome, have your veterinarian and a qualified animal chiropractor work together as part of your animal’s care team.

11/11/2025

Why do some pets carry their tail to one side? It’s often compensation. When the hips, pelvis, or lower back are tight, the tail becomes a lever to offload strain. You might also see shorter strides, difficulty sitting square, trouble jumping, or a “C-shaped” stand.
What chiropractic can do:
• Assess spine, pelvis, tail, and gait as one system
• Gentle, species-appropriate adjustments to restore motion
• Soft-tissue work and simple home exercises
• Guidance on ramps, traction, and activity pacing

Red-flag vet first: sudden severe pain, dragging tail, incontinence, fever, open wounds, or trauma.

Let’s make those wags even again—schedule today.

10/30/2025

From boo-boo backs to boo-tiful moves. 🎃
✔ smoother head turns (bye, “ghoul cricks”)
✔ comfier strides & stairs
✔ fewer stiffness “spells” after naps/play
Gentle adjustments, calmer nervous systems, happier zoomies.
Call to book or email drkelly@johnsonchiropractic.ca

10/22/2025

Pets Aligned For Life
Yes, the dog in the photo is ridiculously cute. But cute shouldn’t have to limp, bunny-hop stairs, or skip playtime.

When the spine is out of sync, pets move like they’re 12 going on 90. Animal chiropractic helps them get their wiggle back.

What you’ll first notice:

Improvement in mobility and flexibility

Reduction in pain and discomfort

Enhancement in their quality of life

We work alongside your vet so your pet gets the full picture of care.
Ready to see your pet move like themselves again? Comment WAG and we’ll message you, or call now to book.

10/17/2025

Senior pets don’t have to “just live with it.” Gentle, low-force animal chiropractic can help reduce stiffness, support joint function, and make everyday movements easier—getting up, doing stairs, settling into sleep. We assess gait and posture, work at your pet’s pace, and use senior-safe techniques to support comfort and confidence with every step.

Complementary to veterinary care. If your pet has sudden severe pain, new weakness, or neurologic changes, contact your veterinarian first.

Book a Senior Chiropractic Session: through our website: https://johnsonchiropractic.ca/jcac/ or Call: 613-264-7836