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How much do veterinary chiropractor jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for veterinary chiropractor in the United States is $85,646.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Veterinary Chiropractors?

Veterinary chiropractors are licensed professionals who specialize in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders in animals, especially those related to the spine and nervous system. They use manual adjustment techniques to help improve mobility, relieve pain, and enhance the overall well-being of animals, commonly dogs, horses, and cats. Veterinary chiropractors often work alongside veterinarians to provide complementary care, requiring additional certification or training in animal chiropractic techniques. Their services are increasingly recognized as beneficial in both preventive care and rehabilitation for pets and performance animals.

What are some common challenges veterinary chiropractors face when working with animal patients?

Veterinary chiropractors often encounter challenges such as varying animal temperaments, which can make patient handling and treatment more complex compared to human chiropractic care. Building trust with both the animal and its owner is crucial for a successful session. Additionally, accurately assessing musculoskeletal issues requires strong observational skills, as animals cannot verbally communicate their discomfort. Collaboration with veterinarians and other animal health professionals is also essential to ensure a holistic approach to care and to rule out underlying medical conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Veterinary Chiropractor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Veterinary Chiropractor, you need a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, specialized animal chiropractic certification, and a strong understanding of animal anatomy and physiology. Familiarity with diagnostic imaging tools and animal chiropractic adjusting instruments, as well as certification from organizations like the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA), is typically required. Excellent communication, empathy, and patience are crucial soft skills for interacting with both animals and their owners. These competencies are essential to ensure safe, effective treatment and to build trust with clients and veterinary partners.

What is the difference between Veterinary Chiropractor vs Veterinary Technician?

AspectVeterinary ChiropractorVeterinary Technician
CredentialsDoctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) with additional veterinary trainingAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in veterinary technology, licensed/certified
Work EnvironmentClinics, animal hospitals, wellness centersAnimal hospitals, clinics, laboratories
Employer & Industry UsageSpecializes in animal spinal health and musculoskeletal issuesAssists veterinarians with animal care, diagnostics, and treatments

Veterinary Chiropractors focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal issues in animals using chiropractic techniques, requiring specialized certification. Veterinary Technicians support veterinarians in various clinical tasks, including diagnostics and patient care. While both work in animal healthcare settings, their roles, credentials, and focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Veterinary Chiropractor job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, and 32% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,646 per year, or $41.2 per hour.
Veterinarian

Veterinarian

Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital

Sacramento, CA • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Foothill Farms Veterinary Hospital
Sacramento, CA
Weekend (Saturday/Sunday) Veterinarian Doctor (DVM)
Full-Time or Part-Time | Small Animal GP + Urgent Care | Integrative & Fear-Free
About Us
For over 30 years, we've been a trusted, community-focused practice in Sacramento, blending gold-standard medicine with integrative care in a space intentionally designed for healing. As a fully Fear-Free practice, we offer conventional medicine alongside acupuncture, nutrition, Reiki, laser therapy, vibrational therapies, and advanced diagnostics. Our feng shui-inspired hospital features separate cat and dog entrances with "cookie bars," calming nature videos, and our resident therapy cat, Mocha, who recently celebrated a birthday with a new toy, Ferrari. We foster collaboration, continual learning, and transformation, honoring the human-animal bond with multi-generational clients and their companions.
Our Team
  • 8 DVMs that are collaborative, consult freely on cases, and orchestrate plans for pets across a variety of modalities offered at the practice. Multiple skilled in surgery, dental, nutrition, alternative modalities, and more.
  • 7 RVTs with over 10 years of experience each, 2 more pursuing a license, our assistants have 5+ years of experience, and 4 are UC Davis Veterinary School students.
  • Highly efficient, fully utilized, and extremely skilled technicians. Each doctor has 2-3 assistants as well as 3 for surgery days to support.
  • Incredible referral relationships, including specialists that come in for cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, ultrasound, etc.
  • We welcome the unique skills each new doctor brings, but we're especially excited about interests in orthopedic manipulation (chiropractic), ophthalmology, dermatology, ultrasound, or board-certified specialties.

Clinic & Facilities
  • 8 exam rooms, including comfort and therapy rooms for low-stress visits
  • Dedicated surgery suite (2 tables) and dental suite, and a separate suite for specialists and orthopedic procedures
  • IDEXX in-house lab, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, companion therapy laser, surgical laser
  • Flow-friendly systems: in-room assistant support, charting/scribe technology, strong follow-up protocols
  • Private/shared doctor offices and spacious employee lounge

Services
  • General practice + urgent care (with urgent blocks built in)
  • Surgery: soft tissue, routine procedures, advanced cases with traveling surgeons
  • Dentistry: full-service with experienced support staff
  • Integrative therapies: acupuncture, laser, nutrition, energy medicine
  • Opportunities to expand into exotics, chiropractic, or specialty dentistry

Schedule
Whether you're looking to pick up a few weekends per month or prefer a more consistent full-time schedule, we're happy to build something that works for you. We are open 7 days per week.
  • 1 day per week (Friday, Saturday, or Sunday)
  • Weekend-only schedules (Saturday/Sunday or Friday-Sunday)
  • 3-day schedules (including 3x12s or 3x10s)
  • 4-day schedules (4x10s)

Compensation & Benefits
We're a high-performing, efficient team that still makes work fun. We offer flexible compensation aligned with production, so you can balance salary and bonuses in a way that works for you.
  • Competitive base + production bonus
  • PTO, Holiday, sick time off, CE days off
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance; 401(k) with match
  • Generous pet care discounts
  • Support for Fear-Free and integrative opportunities

Next Steps
If you're a collaborative, compassionate veterinarian seeking a hospital that blends advanced medicine, mentorship, and mindful care, Foothill Farms is ready to welcome you. Apply today to join a team committed to professional growth, client partnerships, and holistic pet wellness.
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