Ortho-Bionomy® Is For Animals Too! Cats, Dogs & More.

A client called and asked if she could bring in her dog, Shadow. “Of course,” I said, and asked what happened. Shadow had tried to jump on the bed but missed. He’s a 12-year-old dachshund mix—long body, short legs—and he hurt his hip and back leg. He couldn’t walk.

When he arrived, he was shaking with pain and fear. I started by calming his nervous system, then worked on his lower spine, hip, and leg. Shadow was such a champ. After his first session, he could stand again—still wobbly, but standing! I saw him a few more times to help release his spine.

A few weeks later, Shadow was back to running on the beach. Watch his video—it’s amazing! I did suggest a vet visit for x-rays, but they said nothing could be done and just gave him pain meds. Looks like they hadn’t heard of Ortho-Bionomy®!

Shadow’s Story - Our Honorary Mascot

Spring 2026 Beach Trip

Our mascot is as spry as a puppy again!

Special Moments

Woman kissing a dolphin in tropical water, symbolizing gentle connection and trust—reflecting Ortho-Bionomy principles of respectful touch, presence, and natural alignment with the body and environment.

Best Kiss Ever

Young boy and black lab swimming together in crystal-clear water, sharing joyful, instinctive connection—capturing Ortho-Bionomy’s emphasis on natural movement, safety, and the healing power of presence and relationship.

A Boy & His Dog

A neighbor found a wounded osprey lying in the road, likely attacked by a murder of crows while trying to protect its nest. Recognizing a suffering creature, she brought it to me, knowing my reputation as the animal rescuer. We gently placed him in a box and offered some water. While she went to find a place to care for his puncture wounds, I comforted him with some Ortho-Bionomy®, sensing he was in shock and unsteady on his feet.

What happened next was truly remarkable. When I lightly placed my hand at the back of his neck, just where his wings meet his body, he bowed his head almost to his feet — as if silently saying, “Thank you, I trust you.” In that moment, I felt a deep connection, a mutual understanding born of kindness.

People’s Pets

Two orange tabby cats, Fred and Ginger, sitting side-by-side in a symmetrical "bookend" imitation. They are both looking directly at the camera with focused expressions against a neutral indoor background.

Fred & Ginger

TJ's tabby's doing their bookend imitation

Ninja

Fifi's handsome lab

A content black dog with a rainbow collar resting comfortably indoors, licking its nose near a bowl of treats.
A happy dog rolling freely in the grass, expressing pure comfort and relaxed ease outdoors

Events

We had a blast at the dog show! We gave sessions to dogs and their humans alike. By the last day, our schedule was booked.  We were spreading the word about Ortho-Bionomy® in our region and beyond.

The Portland Rose City Dog Show 2026

Penny, a Doberman pinscher, gets a kiss from handler Andy Linton after winning Best in Show of the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

I had the distinct pleasure of giving Andy Linton an OB session. He went on to win the Westminster with Penny the gorgeous Doberman Pinscher.  

A gentle senior Australian Shepherd with a beautiful merle coat, calm and attentive on leash at an indoor dog event.
A well-groomed American Akita standing alert on a leash at an indoor dog show, displaying its thick brown and white coat.
A massive, fluffy black Bouvier des Flandres lying contentedly on the floor at a dog show, completely at ease in a busy environment.
A pair of spotted Dalmatians on leash at a lively indoor dog show, calm and well-behaved amid the busy event setting
A poised and alert Belgian Malinois being photographed at a dog show, standing confidently under studio lights against a scenic backdrop.