Horses cannot tell us in words when something hurts, but their bodies speak clearly. Common warning signs include noticeable soreness throughout the back, hips, or neck, stiffness when turning, resistance under saddle, and visible misalignment in the jaw or pole. Gentle chiropractic adjustments correct these underlying restrictions before they become chronic issues.
Care for every horse in your barn
Chiropractic care is not limited to elite athletes. Every equine partner deserves comfort, flexibility, and freedom of movement regardless of breed, age, or discipline.
Race horses
Maintain optimal biomechanics, lengthen stride, and prevent tension from impacting high-speed performance on the track.
Show horses
Support suppleness, balance, and clean collection across dressage, hunter-jumper, and western competition arenas.
Companion horses
Ease stiffness in senior mounts and trail companions so they can enjoy relaxed, pain-free days in the pasture.
Recognizing when your horse needs an adjustment
Gentle, effective equine chiropractic care
Services and care options
Targeted adjustments - My Charge is $100.00 per horse
Full spine evaluation
Comprehensive structural and motion assessment from the poll down through the sacrum to identify restrictions.
Cervical and neck relief
Focused gentle alignment for horses experiencing head tossing, stiffness, or bridle resistance.
Pelvic and sacroiliac care
Restoring hindquarter symmetry, stride drive, and lumbar flexibility for enhanced performance.
Thoracolumbar alignment
Relieving saddle tension, back soreness, and hollow movement through precise manual adjustments.
Extremity and limb assessment
Care for shoulders, hocks, and stifles to address uneven wear, stride shorting, and movement imbalances.
Senior horse mobility
Gentle therapeutic alignment intended to ease stiffness and improve comfort in older equines.
Young horse foundation
Postural and structural checkups to ensure balanced development during early training stages.
Follow-up maintenance visit
Routine assessments designed to catch subluxations early and keep your horse functioning at its best.
What to expect during a session
Every appointment begins by discussing what you have noticed with your horse's movement, mood, or work. Donnie conducts a thorough evaluation from head to tail to locate sore spots and restricted joints. Once identified, Donnie applies targeted adjustments to relieve tension. Afterward, owners consistently see their horse visibly relax, soften through the back, and perform with greater ease. If an underlying veterinary condition is present, Donnie will always recommend coordinating with your veterinarian.
Simple, straightforward booking
Getting your horse the care they need is quick and easy. There is no complicated referral process or lengthy paperwork. All you need to do is call (502)554-4450 to discuss your horse and choose a date and time that fits your barn schedule. Donnie travels directly to your facility in the Indiana or Kentucky area.
At Harshfield Equine Chiropractic, LLC, Donnie Harshfield brings years of hands-on experience helping horses across Illinois, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky to feel and perform their best. From beloved companion horses to competitive race and show horses, our personalized adjustments restore natural mobility and relieve discomfort.