Thank you IVCA members. We would like to thank all of our IVCA members who continue to support and promote the highest standards in the animal chiropractic profession. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the IVCA team.

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Dear IVCA Members,
IVCA has been made aware of emails circulating that claim to offer the sale of IVCA member or conference contact lists. These messages are not legitimate and do not come from IVCA or any authorized partner.
The emails appear to be part of a scam attempt, using different sender names and generic email (gmail) accounts while repeating the same message. IVCA does not sell or distribute member contact information under any circumstances.
Please do not respond to these emails, do not click on any links, and do not provide any personal or payment information. We recommend marking them as spam or phishing and deleting them immediately.
If you have any questions or receive additional messages of this nature, please contact the IVCA office directly.
Thank you for helping us protect the privacy and security of our community.
Sincerely,
The IVCA Management Committee

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Unser langjähriges IVCA Mitglied Elisabeth Albescu - Fachtierärztin für Chiropraktik (A) - veranstaltet die Bayerischen VetChiro-Tage 2026 in der Pferdeklinik der LMU München in Oberschleißheim vom 08.-09. Mai 2026.

- Fachkongress für veterinärmedizinische Chiropraktik und Pferdemedizin

Weitere Informationen unter: www.vetchirotage.de und auf der IVCA Webseite: ivca.de/event/bayerische-vetchiro-tage/

IVCA Mitglieder bekommen einen vergünstigten Preis!
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Unser langjähriges IVCA Mitglied Elisabeth Albescu - Fachtierärztin für Chiropraktik (A) - veranstaltet die Bayerischen VetChiro-Tage 2026 in der Pferdeklinik der LMU München in Oberschleißheim vom 08.-09. Mai 2026.

- Fachkongress für veterinärmedizinische Chiropraktik und Pferdemedizin

Weitere Informationen unter: www.vetchirotage.de und auf der IVCA Webseite: https://ivca.de/event/bayerische-vetchiro-tage/

IVCA Mitglieder bekommen einen vergünstigten Preis!

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IVCA Member Spotlight

Hello, my name is Mari Bardalen Wiggen.

I am a human and animal chiropractor, living near Hønefoss in Norway. The reason I wanted to become a chiropractor was to be able work with animals. I graduated from University of Southern Denmark in 2008, and went to Backbone Academy to get certified in animal chiropractic. In 2016 I took the IVCA exam and became a member. I also have been involved in the board of the Norwegian Veterinary Chiropractic association for many years.

I have been working with horses since 2009, the last two-tree years also with dogs. I am specially interested in the communication between horse and rider, and therefore I also do rider analysis to help improve the function of both rider and horse.
I am greatful every day for having the best job possibly!
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IVCA Member Spotlight

Hello, my name is Mari Bardalen Wiggen. 

I am a human and animal chiropractor, living near Hønefoss in Norway. The reason I wanted to become a chiropractor was to be able work with animals. I graduated from University of Southern Denmark in 2008, and went to Backbone Academy to get certified in animal chiropractic. In 2016 I took the IVCA exam and became a member. I also have been involved in the board of the Norwegian Veterinary Chiropractic association for many years. 

I have been working with horses since 2009, the last two-tree years also with dogs. I am specially interested in the communication between horse and rider, and therefore I also do rider analysis to help improve the function of both rider and horse. 
I am greatful every day for having the best job possibly!Image attachment

IVCA Member Spotlight

Hello, my name is Dr. Silke Meermann,

I am a small animal veterinarian in Bergkamen, Germany.
After graduating from Hannover School of Veterinary Medicine in 2002, I took my veterinary chiropractic training in 2004/2005. After that I also completed a training in small animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation, as well as in structural canine osteopathy.

Having taken the IVCA-exam in May 2005, I have already been doing this for more than 20 years by now.

…and I am still grateful every day, that veterinary chiropractic really changed my way of seeing my patients and seeing my own role as a doctor: I have no longer to decide between „healthy vs. ill“ nor do I have to „save“ or „heal“ my patients – I can just lend my hands and skills to them to help them find a better balance, to help them move more freely, to releave them from pain! I find that extremely satisfying and that is something that makes me really content.

So I can easily picture myself doing this for another 20 years until I can happily retire 😉

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IVCA Member Spotlight

Hello, my name is Dr. Silke Meermann, 

I am a small animal veterinarian in Bergkamen, Germany.
After graduating from Hannover School of Veterinary Medicine in 2002, I took my veterinary chiropractic training in 2004/2005. After that I also completed a training in small animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation, as well as in structural canine osteopathy. 

Having taken the IVCA-exam in May 2005, I have already been doing this for more than 20 years by now. 

…and I am still grateful every day, that veterinary chiropractic really changed my way of seeing my patients and seeing my own role as a doctor: I have no longer to decide between „healthy vs. ill“ nor do I have to „save“ or „heal“ my patients – I can just lend my hands and skills to them to help them find a better balance, to help them move more freely, to releave them from pain! I find that extremely satisfying and that is something that makes me really content. 

So I can easily picture myself doing this for another 20 years until I can happily retire 😉
 
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IVCA Member Spotlight

I started my practice in 2017 as Singapore’s first certified animal chiropractor, combining my love for animals with my background in chiropractic care. I graduated from Macquarie University in 2013 with a Master of Chiropractic, and a few years later, in July 2017, I took my journey further by becoming certified in animal chiropractic through the Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic in Kansas, USA.

I’ve always believed that human and animal health are closely connected, and I saw a chance to bring the benefits of chiropractic care to pets here in Singapore; something that wasn’t widely available at the time. As a passionate advocate for animal well-being, my goal is simple: to help our furry friends stay healthy, comfortable, and moving well.

Valerie Teo, DC - IVCA certified
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IVCA Member Spotlight

I started my practice in 2017 as Singapore’s first certified animal chiropractor, combining my love for animals with my background in chiropractic care. I graduated from Macquarie University in 2013 with a Master of Chiropractic, and a few years later, in July 2017, I took my journey further by becoming certified in animal chiropractic through the Options for Animals College of Animal Chiropractic in Kansas, USA.

I’ve always believed that human and animal health are closely connected, and I saw a chance to bring the benefits of chiropractic care to pets here in Singapore; something that wasn’t widely available at the time. As a passionate advocate for animal well-being, my goal is simple: to help our furry friends stay healthy, comfortable, and moving well.

Valerie Teo, DC - IVCA certified

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Thank you for the feature 💜

The IVCA team wishes everyone Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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The IVCA team wishes everyone  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Dear IVCA members,

Please remember the exclusive CE offers from various IVCA CE partners as announced in our last newsletter.

The discounts are valid until the end of December 2025.

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Dear IVCA members,

Please remember the exclusive CE offers from various IVCA CE partners as announced in our last newsletter.

The discounts are valid until the end of December 2025.

#angelsanimals #optimumpetvitality #animalchiropractic #abnr #backboneacademy #optionsforanimals #posturalrehabilitation #ivca #thankyouforyoursupport
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IVCA Funded Research

Do you know about the IVCA research project? We are supporting researches of licensed veterinarians or chiropractors.

Learn more about us

The IVCA is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of Veterinary Chiropractic.

Find a Veterinary Chiropractor

Visit this area of the site to find a Chiropractor near you. You can search by geographical area and then by name or address.

Become a Member

Learn about becoming a member of the IVCA. The IVCA requires members to undertake regular continuing professional development courses.

Visit our Members' Area

Visit our Members’ Area where you will be able to access a wide range of training resources, and CPD guidance.

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Protect the privacy and security of our community!

Dear IVCA Members, IVCA has been made aware of emails circulating that claim to offer the sale of IVCA member or conference contact lists. These messages are not legitimate and do not come from IVCA or any authorized partner. The emails appear to be part of a scam attempt, using different sender names and generic email (gmail) accounts while repeating the same message. IVCA does not sell or distribute member contact information under any circumstances. Please do not respond to these emails, do not click on any links, and do not provide any personal or payment information. We recommend marking them as spam or phishing and deleting them immediately. If you have any questions or receive additional messages of this nature, please contact the IVCA office directly. Thank you for helping us protect the privacy and security of our community. Sincerely, The IVCA Management Committee

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Streamline Your Animal Chiropractic Practice with Equigate!

We’re excited to share a helpful new resource for IVCA-certified professionals: The Equigate Client Management App. Designed specifically for you! This app allows you to: Easy quick and organized no matter where you are- in the clinic, in the barn, or on the road, Equigate helps keep your practice organized and professional. Learn more: www.equigate.com/client-management https://ivca.de/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Video.movhttps://ivca.de/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Video_1.movhttps://ivca.de/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Video_2.movhttps://ivca.de/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Video_3.mov

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IVCA Funded Research

Do you know about the IVCA research project? We are supporting researches of licensed veterinarians or chiropractors.

Learn more about us

The IVCA is an international non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of Veterinary Chiropractic.

Find a Veterinary Chiropractor

Visit this area of the site to find a Chiropractor near you. You can search by geographical area and then by name or address.

Become a Member

Learn about becoming a member of the IVCA. The IVCA requires members to undertake regular continuing professional development courses.

Visit our Members' Area

Visit our Members’ Area where you will be able to access a wide range of training resources, and CPD guidance.

2023 IVCA Conference and AGM

2023 IVCA Conference and AGM

Our former IVCA secretary Helga Thorwartl passed away on the 4th of October. 

Helga started to build up a functioning IVCA secretary on the 29th of July 2006. She was a reliable partner for our members  and the school owners. Her calm, determined nature was always a great help for everyone involved in the IVCA.
To enjoy her retirement Helga gave the office in younger hands and handed over to Kirstin. Helga’s last years were marked by serious illness. On the 4th of October she has lost that fight and passed away. We will always keep her in honorable memory. Our sincere condolences go to her family.

For the MC: Marion Thurner, Claudia da Rocha Patricio, Victoria McKinney, Jennifer Henrickson

For the ICCAC: Kathrin Lösing, Ute Körner, Petra Peer, Inga Lösing, Marion Thurner, Jasmin Semmelmeyer, Anna Lena Nissen

For the IVCA office: Kirstin Fiebig

An international non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting excellence in the field of Veterinary Chiropractic

The association endeavors to establish consistently high standards of Veterinary Chiropractic through approved educational courses, certification examinations and the membership code of conduct and standard of proficiency.

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