Animal Musculoskeletal & Mobility Care in Henderson, Nevada

Most mobility problems in pets are treatable to some meaningful degree, even if a full cure is not always possible. The goal is always to improve your animal's comfort, function, and quality of life, and there is almost always something that can be done. The key is getting an accurate picture of what is actually happening before making any assumptions. Some conditions respond quickly to chiropractic care alone. Others benefit from a combination of approaches. And some require a referral back to your vet for additional diagnostics first. What we can tell you is that we will not guess. At Agape, every animal evaluation starts with a thorough, hands-on exam so we understand what we are working with before any treatment begins. That is how we protect your pet and make sure your time and money are well spent.

Yes, and the two approaches work best together rather than instead of each other. Your vet focuses on diagnosing disease, prescribing medications, ordering imaging, and performing surgery when needed. Musculoskeletal and mobility care focuses specifically on how the joints, muscles, nerves, and spine are functioning and moving. A comprehensive mobility evaluation includes functional, musculoskeletal, and neurological examinations, with treatment goals that may include chiropractic care, manipulative therapy, rehabilitative exercise, and nutritional consultation, all designed to complement your pet's existing veterinary care rather than replace it. UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Many pet owners in the Las Vegas area come to us after their vet has addressed the primary diagnosis but their animal still is not moving or feeling the way they should. That gap is exactly what we are here to help close.

Dr. Bradshaw sees dogs, cats, horses, and a range of other vertebrate animals. If your pet has a spine and a nervous system, there is a good chance musculoskeletal and mobility care can benefit them in some way. From elderly Labradors with stiff hips to senior cats that can no longer jump to the windowsill, to horses that are not moving fluidly under saddle, mobility issues show up across species and life stages. Agape is one of the very few practices in the Henderson and Las Vegas area with an AVCA-certified animal chiropractor on staff, which means your pet is getting specialized care that most clinics in Southern Nevada simply cannot offer. If you are not sure whether your specific animal qualifies, call us and we will give you a direct answer.

Your first visit is about gathering information and understanding your animal as a whole, not rushing into treatment. Dr. Bradshaw will start by reviewing your pet's history, including any veterinary records, imaging, or previous treatments you can bring. The initial exam includes a gait evaluation, a musculoskeletal exam, and a neurological exam, with the findings used to design a specific treatment plan tailored to your pet's needs. vetemergencycare You will be asked questions about your pet's daily routine, what you have noticed, and what your goals are for their recovery or comfort. Nothing happens without a clear understanding of what is going on first. At Agape, we explain everything in plain language so you leave knowing exactly what we found, what we recommend, and why. No guessing, no unnecessary visits, no surprises.