OCTOBER PATIENT OF THE MONTH: Hub and Ivan

by | Oct 1, 2024 | Blog

Client Name: Angela and Bill
Patient Name: Hub and Ivan
“Hub came to us for veterinary spinal manipulation (chiropractic) to maintain his mobility and improve his biomechanics. He has done great with routine care and continues to maintain good joint health and muscle strength.

Ivan came to us with bilateral shoulder issues that was causing him some discomfort, lameness. With targeted shockwave therapy, massage and hydrotherapy, we were able to get him feeling much better and back to agility!”

Dr. Amber Ihrke

“Hub and Ivan are always such joys to have in the clinic. They are very polite, regal boys and we are lucky to spend time with them so they can keep doing what they love!””
Dr. Brittany Ludwig

Brief History of Pet

Hub is a Belgian Tervuren, 13-1/2 years old and Ivan is a Belgian Sheepdog, 4-1/2 years old. Hub came to us through a friend that had a beautiful Belgian Tervuren, and I asked her if she would be breeding him, and she did. I started out with Belgian Sheepdogs (had 3), then went to Belgian Tervuren. Thought it would be nice to have another Belgian Sheepdog and so Ivan came into our lives

Why VSMR?

Ivan had been diagnosed with OCD, and since beginning therapy symptoms have resolved. He’s now on a monthly maintenance program to help keep him in the activities, training and competitions he loves.

Hub started with VSMR after I started bringing Ivan in for therapy, so decided to get Massage and Chiropractic treatment for Hub to help him feel and function better.

VSMR was recommended to me by another vet for the rehab services they offer. We have been quite pleased with the help we’ve received, and everyone working there has been great

Favorite Motivator

Hub and Ivan love to have mom come back with them to hold a paw and lend moral support!

“Hub and Ivan always have a lot to say every time they come to visit! They are such handsome gentlemen, and we all love to admire their beautiful coats and give them love.”
Kat Holich

How VSMR has helped

Hub has been receiving chiro and massage, which seems to be helping him manage his physical age-related issues better. Ivan has been able to return to sport with pride and confidence!

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Addition Information:

Hub: Hub won his Tracking Dog Excellent title at the American Belgian Tervuren Club of America National Specialty in Gettysburg, PA and has earned over 40 titles is various venues, including Conformation, Obedience, Rally, Tracking and Agility.

Hub’s AKC name and titles: GCH CH Chantryile Guard Your Heart VCD3 UDX3 PUTD OM1 BN GN VER RE MX MXB MXJ MJS MXF T2B CGC

Ivan: Training and showing in Agility, Obedience, Conformation, Rally and Tracking, receiving several titles and enjoying his journey.

Ivan’s AKC name and titles: CH Creekwind Farm Elon Dusoleil CD RM MX AXJ XF NFP BCAT CGC TKN