BG: Recovery Is Built One Step at a Time

August 31, 2026•1 min read

Some cases arrive at exactly the right moment. BG was one of those cases. This mixed-breed rescue dog had already been through an incredible ordeal. His condition had become so severe that he required intensive veterinary care and hospitalization. His family had spent countless hours worrying, hoping, and searching for answers.

By the time BG arrived for chiropractic evaluation, everyone involved understood the seriousness of the situation.

He was weak.

His movement was compromised.

His body had clearly endured significant physical stress. A chiropractic examination identified multiple areas of dysfunction affecting movement, posture, and nervous system communication. The goal was not simply to help BG move better—it was to help his body function more efficiently during recovery. A specific chiropractic adjustment was performed based on the findings of the examination.

Over the following days and weeks, improvements began to appear.

BG moved more comfortably.

His energy improved.

His confidence returned.

Most importantly, his family began seeing signs of the dog they remembered before his illness. Recovery from a major health challenge is rarely a straight line. There are good days and difficult days. Progress often occurs gradually rather than dramatically.

BG’s story reminds us that healing is a process. While chiropractic care was only one part of his recovery journey, improving nervous system function helped support his body’s ability to adapt and recover. For BG and his family, every improvement mattered.

Every step forward represented hope.

And sometimes hope is exactly what families need most during difficult times.


Healthy nerves. Healthy movement. Healthy animals.

Dr. Ormston (Dr. O to most) is the eldest son of teachers from Marshalltown, Iowa. He started out in private practice and owned one in Hays, Kansas and one in Climax Springs, MO before moving to Celina, TX. In 1998 he attended Options for Animals and earned his certificate in Animal Chiropractic. Following his move to Texas he found himself in need of continuing education for the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association and sponsored a conference in Dallas, TX at Parker Chiropractic College. Soon after this endeavor he founded the Animal Chiropractic Program at Parker Chiropractic College with the sponsorship of the continuing education department. In conjunction with his partner, Dr. Amy Hayek, he founded and currently teaches for Animal Chiropractic Education Source, the only online course with both AVCA approval and SCAV CE approval.
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