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What does hip dysplasia look like
The Hip Joint The hip joint is a ball and socket joint which comprises the head of the femur (thigh bone) and the acetabulum (socket)
Harnesses for Our Furry Friends
Harnesses are very helpful in keeping your pup from slipping out of your grasp, especially in the young ones that are still learning to walk
Biceps Tendinopathy
What is the biceps tendon? What does it do? The biceps tendon is a band of connective tissue that attaches the biceps muscle (think biceps
What is Intravertebral Disc Disease?
The spinal column is composed of many types of tissue. The bony segments are called vertebrae and in between each of these vertebrae are squishy
Dog Nail Trimming: Tips for Healthy, Pain-Free Paws
Just like humans, pups’ toenails are made of a protein called keratin. Each nail contains the quick; which is a highly sensitive bundle of nerves
Underwater Treadmill Therapy for Dogs: Benefits, Limitations, and Best Uses
The underwater treadmill is becoming a more popular modality in the canine rehabilitation field, however it is also significantly overused. The idea of the underwater
Benefits of Canine PT
Canine physical therapy applies human physical therapy techniques adapted specifically for dogs. Just like humans, dogs can strain muscles, get tendonitis, break bones, tear ligaments,
Dog Seatbelts and Car Seats
There are many reasons why you should choose to use a seatbelt or car seat. It can help prevent motion sickness, injuries from sudden stops,
Benefits of Physical Therapy for Dogs with Arthritis
It’s a known fact that as we age, we are more prone to developing arthritis. The same is true for our furry friends. Arthritis is
Canine Arthritis and Rehab
How many times have you heard it? “She’s just getting older” “That’s what happens when they get old” “Slowing down at his age is normal”
Assisted Devices
What are assisted devices? Assisted devices in veterinary medicine is any device that is used in a manner that helps an animal return to its
Medial Luxating Patella
What is a patella and normal mechanism of the knee (stifle) The knee is made up of three bony parts: the femur (thigh bone), the