Mobile equine chiropractic · Hunter Valley, NSW
Equine chiropractor for the Hunter Valley
Saddle Side is based in the Hunter Valley, so this is home ground. James visits horses on farms, agistment properties, studs and private stables across the valley.
Visits across Hunter Valley
We come to your horse
- Maitland
- Cessnock
- Kurri Kurri
- Pokolbin
- Branxton
- Singleton
- Broke
- Muswellbrook
- Paterson
- Gresford
- Dungog
Book online for postcodes 2314–2327, 2330, 2333, 2335, 2420–2421, 2423, 2425. Not sure about your postcode? The booking page checks it for you.
From the vineyards around Pokolbin and Broke to Maitland, Cessnock, Singleton and up to Muswellbrook, appointments happen where your horse lives, so you don't need to float anywhere.
Properties further up the valley, such as Scone, Denman and Merriwa, are welcome too. Send a request through the booking page and James will confirm the visit before it's booked.
Every appointment is with Dr James Bancroft (Chiropractor), who spent ten years as a human chiropractor before completing a Graduate Diploma in Animal Biomechanical Medicine. Chiropractic care complements your vet's care and never replaces it.
Book in Hunter ValleyA typical appointment
What happens on the day
Allow about an hour per horse. Every appointment starts with history and observation, and is adapted to your horse.
01
History & conversation
We start with you: your horse's background, workload, any veterinary input, and what you have noticed under saddle or on the ground.
02
Observation
James watches your horse stand and move — typically at the walk and trot in hand, and further where it's safe and useful.
03
Hands-on assessment
A careful, systematic palpation and assessment of the spine, pelvis and limbs, taking your horse's comfort and temperament into account.
04
Chiropractic care
Where appropriate, specific chiropractic adjustments and techniques. If something suggests your horse needs a vet, James will say so first.
05
Aftercare
You'll receive practical notes on rest, return to work and when to check back in, plus any recommendation to involve your veterinarian.
Your practitioner
Dr James Bancroft
- B.Chiro.Sc — Bachelor of Chiropractic Science, Macquarie University
- M.Chiro — Master of Chiropractic, Macquarie University
- GradDipABM — Graduate Diploma in Animal Biomechanical Medicine, National Food Institute
- Registered chiropractor (AHPRA), CHI0002016877
- Member, Animal Biomechanical Professionals Australia (ABPA)
Pricing
- Initial Equine Consultation$100per horse
- Follow-Up Appointment$100per horse
$50 deposit online when you book, balance on the day. No travel fee within the Hunter Valley.
Services & pricingQuestions
Booking in Hunter Valley
Do you travel to horses in the Hunter Valley?
Yes. Saddle Side is a mobile service, and properties in the Hunter Valley (postcodes 2314–2327, 2330, 2333, 2335, 2420–2421, 2423, 2425) can book online straight away. James comes to your property, stable or equestrian centre.
When are appointments available?
Appointments run on Fridays from 8am to 5pm, except NSW public holidays. Online booking is open up to 8 weeks ahead and closes the day before. For a same-day appointment, please call to check.
How much does an appointment cost?
Initial Equine Consultation: $100 per horse. Follow-Up Appointment: $100 per horse. A $50 deposit is paid online when you book, and the balance is paid on the day.
Do I need a vet referral?
No referral is needed to book. Chiropractic care complements veterinary care, and you can add your vet's details when you book if you'd like.
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