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Writer's pictureAmy Hayek

Who Are You For? Highlighting the Heroes of Animal Chiropractic

It’s Friday, and as always, I like to take a moment to focus on someone outside of our regular work at Animal Chiropractic Education Source, where we train veterinarians and chiropractors to build profitable animal care practices. I try to spotlight individuals or groups who are doing incredible work in their fields. More often than not, I find myself turning to our students and graduates, watching them evolve and thrive. Today, I want to shine the spotlight on one of our outstanding students: Dr. Lydia Cox.

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Lydia Cox, DVM

Dr. Lydia Cox has truly transformed her practice and mindset. Not too long ago, she was facing the all-too-familiar struggle of self-doubt—wondering if she could succeed in this field. Fast forward to today, and she’s unstoppable. Even more remarkable, she has been able to maintain her momentum despite the havoc caused by Hurricane Helen.


Dr. Cox didn’t let a hurricane slow her down. Her community, like many in North Carolina, was deeply affected by the storm. Yet, in the midst of cleanup efforts and personal recovery, she has continued serving her patients. That resilience and dedication are what truly define a leader. Animal chiropractors are not just professionals—they are pillars of their communities. They help people and animals alike thrive, even in the toughest of times.


It’s not just Dr. Cox who has been working through adversity. We have animal chiropractors in several storm-hit areas who are showing the same dedication. For instance, in South Carolina, where residents have been battered by extreme weather, our community of animal chiropractors has been at the forefront. We are especially thinking of those in areas still reeling from repeated storms—those who've had to rebuild their lives not just once but multiple times.


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Carolyn Longacre, DC

Dr. Carolyn Longacre and Dr. Mike Lamascolo, both in the Greenville area, have also shown incredible perseverance. With power outages lasting weeks and widespread damage, these chiropractors didn’t stop.


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Michael J. Lamascolo, DC

They took their tables outside, adjusting patients and animals in the daylight. No complaints—just action. 


Animal chiropractors aren’t just providing a service—they're stabilizing their communities. In stressful times, chiropractic care helps the nervous system reset, allowing both people and animals to relax, think clearly, and move forward. A chiropractic adjustment is not just physical care—it’s emotional and mental support, especially in chaotic situations like post-storm recovery. It helps lower heart rates, calms breathing, and enables better decision-making, whether you're a human or an animal.


To all our animal chiropractors working through challenging conditions, I applaud you. You are out there helping your communities heal—boots on the ground, without electricity or fully functioning clinics, making a difference every day. 


If you’re in an area impacted by recent storms and you notice your animals showing signs of stress—whether from trauma, toxins, or environmental upheaval—an adjustment could make all the difference. If you're a veterinarian or chiropractor in these affected areas and haven’t yet added animal chiropractic to your practice, now is the time. Our alumni are spread across the globe, ready to assist.


For those of you who are still on the fence about taking our course, consider this: in times of crisis, when equipment fails and technology falters, your hands are your greatest tools. Animal Chiropractic Education Source provides the training to ensure you’re prepared, no matter the circumstances.


If you’d like to learn more or connect with a chiropractor near you, visit us at animalchiropracticeducation.com. Let's continue to help our communities heal, one adjustment at a time.




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Stay safe and keep serving,

Dr. Amy


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