FAQ’s

Frequently Asked Questions

DO I NEED VETERINARY CONSENT FOR TREATMENT?

Yes, currently manual therapies (chiropractic and massage) and behavioural consultations need consent. They are regulated under The Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966 and the Veterinary Surgery Exemptions Order 2015.

ARE YOU INSURED?

Yes, I am insured with Holistic Insurance services. I am also insured with Protectivity Insurance Services.
I am a full member of the MAA, RAMP and IAAT. These memberships guarantee that I hold appropriate and current insurance.

IS THE TREATMENT SAFE FOR MY ANIMAL?

McTimoney Veterinary Chiropractic adjustments and massage therapy are very safe for your animals. They are readily accepted by most animals.
At your animals first appointment a comprehensive and detailed history is gathered including any former or past injuries or issues.

DOES MY ANIMAL NEED SEDATING?

No, although animals often come via vet referral the therapies do not need sedation or anesthesia.
If an animal becomes aggressive and it is deemed unsafe to continue treatment the session will end early.

WILL MY ANIMALS BENEFIT FROM THE TREATMENT?

Yes, greatly. Each session is tailored to your animal. The bespoke tailoring is based on what has been assessed at the time of the appointment.
Every animal is an individual with their own unique history, conformation and personality.
Those that are a little unsettled initially often will settle during treatment and relax.

WHAT ANIMALS DO I TREAT?

As a practitioner I am trained to treat any non human animal, this includes creatures great and small. Yet, the more common animals are horses, dogs, cats and rabbits.

CAN I CLAIM ON MY INSURANCE?

Most insurance policies include alternate therapies (chiropractic, soft tissue, red light). This will be dependent on the level of cover, this can be confirmed by contacting your insurer directly.