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The Stockyard Chiropractors / The Dog Joint is Toronto’s premier chiropractic destination for people and their pets. Dr. Craig Landry and Dr. Taron Carruthers are both dually-licensed chiropractors/animal chiropractors who are passionate about improving the health and happiness of people and their pets. Conveniently located blocks away from Toronto’s trendy Stockyard, Junction and Roncesvalles villages, our environmentally conscious clinic has ample parking and is easily accessible via TTC public transit.

Meet Our Team

Dr. Craig Landry

Chiropractor, Animal Chiropractor

Dr. Craig was born and raised in beautiful Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. He spent a lot of his childhood exploring the outdoors, drawing, playing music with friends and family, and hanging out with his Siberian husky, Sparkie
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He began his post-secondary studies at St. Francis Xavier University, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Human Kinesiology in 2007. Upon graduation he moved to Toronto to pursue a career in Chiropractic Medicine.

He enrolled at the CMCC (Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College) in 2008 and soon fell in-love with the science and philosophy of Chiropractic and the technique of Chiropractic adjusting. During his final year there, he fulfilled a life-long dream to work with animals by enrolling in the Animal Chiropractic Certification program at the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Centre in Brantford, Ontario. He competed over 220 hours of additional training to become a dual Certified Chiropractor/Animal Chiropractor in 2013. Dr. Craig has loved his career ever since and continues to be inspired by every patient whose life has improved with chiropractic care, especially those who have fully recovered from severe neurological injuries.

When not treating 2 and 4-legged patients at the clinic, Dr. Craig enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Hayley (Chiropractor/Yoga Teacher); their two daughters, Sunnie and (Coco) Cohyn; and their two Boston Terriers, Abbey and Tyson.

Dr. Taron Carruthers

Chiropractor, Animal Chiropractor

Dr. Taron grew up in Muskoka, Ontario at a popular family-owned resort on Lake Rosseau. She spent the majority of her childhood playing sports, competing in various equestrian events and helping out at the barn.

She began her studies in London at The University of Western Ontario, where she earned an Honours Specialization Degree in Kinesiology in 2009. Dr. Taron then started her chiropractic career at the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and graduated Magna Cum Laude with Clinic Honours in 2014.

In 2022, Dr. Taron graduated from the McMaster University Neurofunctional Acupuncture program. In addition to Neurofunctional Acupuncture, Dr. Taron’s evidence-based treatments include: diversified and drop-piece chiropractic adjustments, joint mobilizations, myofascial release techniques, therapeutic cupping, kinesiology taping, nutritional/lifestyle recommendations, rehabilitative exercise prescription and shockwave therapy.

Dr. Taron has also completed over 220 hours of study in Animal Chiropractic and graduated from the Veterinary Chiropractic Learning Centre in 2014. Since then, she has completed continuing education seminars in Advanced Canine Chiropractic Techniques (2017) as well as certification in equine/canine Kinesiology Taping (2017).
Her extensive equestrian background and experience providing sideline treatments at canine agility trials over the years have given her a keen eye for gait analysis and lameness. She has a special interest in assessing and treating unresolved lameness issues in dogs, helping senior dogs age gracefully and maintain mobility, as well as complex canine neurological cases.

When not treating patients at the office or out adjusting horses through her mobile equine practice (Stillwater Animal Chiropractic), Dr. Taron can be found hiking/running with her Australian Shepherd “Briggs”, riding her horse “Weldon”, or out on the golf course with her husband, Matt.

Dr. Alessa Dalcourt

Chiropractor, Animal Chiropractor

Dr. Alessa was born and raised in the French speaking community of Hearst, Ontario. She spent her childhood playing hockey, running track, riding horses, and enjoying all the outdoor activities that Northern Ontario has to offer.

In 2014, she left the north to begin her studies at the University of Waterloo, where she received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Honours Kinesiology. She was a part of the varsity track and field team and competed in sprint hurdles.

Her chiropractic career began by driving across the country to study at Life Chiropractic College West in California. Dr. Alessa became President of the Life West Animal Club, joined the Life West Gladiator’s hockey team, surfed, skied, and backpacked around beautiful California. She graduated Summa Cum Laude and Valedictorian of her class in 2022, with Clinic Honours. During chiropractic school, she also enrolled in the Animal Chiropractic Certification program at Animal Chiropractic Education Source in Texas. Dr. Alessa completed over 220 hours of training and received her American Veterinary Chiropractic Association (AVCA) certification.

Dr. Alessa has always loved being active, and is an avid animal lover; which is why she is so passionate about working with both people and animals. You can also find her on the road for her mobile equine chiropractic practice (Equine Kinetix) where she treats horses throughout Ontario. When not busy with her patients, she enjoys playing sports, spending time outdoors, and spending quality time with her friends and family.

Michelle Macutay

RMT, Cert. Canine Massage Therapist

Michelle has been a Registered Massage Therapist for humans since 2005 and has helped them in both clinical and luxury spa settings with their physical, mental, and emotional pain. She has also worked with the Discipline Committee at the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, and taught Massage Therapy for 2 years at a private college in Mississauga. She currently offers her expertise to the CMTO as a tutor/mentor for individuals who need help with their education in order to reinstate their license to practice massage therapy in Ontario.

After massaging humans for so many years, Michelle decided to add dogs to her client list! Her journey to massaging dogs began about 2 years ago when her handsome poodle, Henry, broke a nail in his hindfoot. Henry had Addison’s Disease, so it made his healing complicating. He ended up immobile in his hindquarters which led to lameness and atrophy. Michelle wanted to help him, so she bought a canine anatomy book, assessed his movement, and started massaging. His pain decreased to allow more movement for rehabilitation, and he was running and jumping within weeks! She knew then that she wanted to make other people and their dogs as happy as her and Henry, so she got certified with Treetops obtaining an Advanced Diploma, and started her career in Canine Massage Therapy.

On a more personal level, Michelle is extremely family-oriented, an avid IMDB reader, and always looking for a new hobby. She enjoys spending time with her husband and children, attending fam-jams, and playing the game “Let’s Not Adopt Another Pet” during adoption days at the pet store.