Dr. Keenan Massey
Dr. Massey, a Kansas City native, began his love of working with animals by helping to raise his family’s horses at a young age. During his under grad years in college he worked in a local pet food store. There, he bathed dogs and sold high quality pet food for two and a half years, and found his love for animal health and wellbeing.
Dr. Massey left his job at the pet food store when he began the doctorate of chiropractic program at Cleveland Chiropractic University in the fall of 2013. He graduated the program in the spring of 2018 and that summer got certified as an animal chiropractor through Options for Animals. He opened the Hoof n Paw Chiropractic doors that fall and has exclusively been treating animal patients since.
Dr. Massey started his practice working out of Arrowhead Veterinary services in Independence. In the fall of 2025, he parted ways with the vet clinic and opened his own office in the historic Englewood Arts District in Independence, where he sees his canine, feline, and exotic patients. He has Thursdays reserved to treat horses and will work with owners to find a time that works with their schedules.
Dr. Massey and his wife Cassandra got married in September 2025. They live in Independence with their 5 cats Peeps, Alexis, Venus, Velvet, and Captain.
Why Choose Animal Chiropractic?
Just like our bodies need to be adjusted from time to time, so to do animals. The nervous system is the master control system of our body and the spine is the housing for a large part of that system. Should the spine become misaligned, it can put pressure on the spinal cord and impinge the signals going to and from the nervous system. This can happen not only in people but animals as well but due to the more wild nature of animals, they wont always tell us when they need to be adjusted. In the wild, if they showed any weakness, then they wouldn’t survive for very long.
Because of this, our animals friends will often compensate in other parts of their bodies to seem like everything is okay, but this can actually compound the situation and can make it worse. Animal chiropractic seeks to relieve the problems from the spine and joints of the animal so that they can live happy and healthy lives free of pain. Because of the show no pain nature of animals, regular visits are recommended to help keep everything in alignment and to keep your pet up and running for as long as possible.
Services and Fees
Small Animals (dogs, cats, exotics)
-Initial exam with adjustment: $70
-Basic visits following initial exam: $50
-Cold laser therapy: $30
Large Animal (Horses and large live stock)
-Initial exam with adjustment: $120
-Basic visits following initial exam: $100
***Animal Chiropractic is supplemental to and does not replace regular vet care. If your pet is having an emergency, contact your treating vet first. Dr. Massey will work alongside your treating veterinarian to help achieve the best care for your pet.
Schedule an Appointment
Scheduling Information:
To schedule, call or text: 816-507-9296
Questions can be emailed to: drkeenanmassey@gmail.com
A veterinary referral is required when scheduling a new patient. Click HERE to download the form. Please have both you and your vet sign the form, and bring it with you to your first appointment.
Hoof n Paw Animal Chiropractic
10608 E 18th St S
Independence, MO 64052
Click HERE for directions
Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thursday: reserved for large animals
Saturday: 9:00 am- NOON
Sunday and Monday: Closed