What are the benefits of canine wheelchairs? We are sure that you have seen plenty of videos and social media posts with dogs in wheelchairs/carts. Oftentimes, the stereotype is that the dog is debilitated, which is certainly not the case for all dogs in carts. The truth is, there are many benefits of wheelchairs for […]
Did you know that a lot of dogs are scared or hesitant to use the therapy equipment? Some dogs have had troubled pasts and they struggle with confidence in new situations. The beauty of treating these shy pups every week is that we are able to build trust and an increased sense of self-assurance. By
How long should I exercise my dog? This is a seemingly straight forward question, however it has a complex answer. In the rehab world, the answer “it depends” is fairly common and that certainly applies to this question. When our dogs are exercising, we want them to get the most out of their workout. This
As our dogs age and they become senior dogs, the things that they used to do may become harder. There are likely things in your home that you don’t even know about that make it harder for them to get around. If your senior dog is having difficulty during their every day activities, you might
It doesn’t get very cold in the winter in Portland, OR so there isn’t any snow to worry about, but some dogs don’t like the rain. Most of the time, the great outdoors can be used for physical activity for our furry friends. However, it makes it more difficult if our dogs don’t like to
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What is luxating patella? Patella is the medical term for “kneecap” and the patella sits in a groove at the end of the femur (thigh bone). As the knee bends and straightens, the patella glides in this groove allowing for range of motion to occur. The term luxating means “out of place” or “dislocated,” which
Who is a canine physical therapist? Most people have never heard of, or considered physical therapy for their dog. Some people are skeptical about getting physical therapy for themselves, let alone their four-legged friend. So what is a canine physical therapist? A canine PT is a physical therapist who has gotten their certification to practice
What is laser therapy? Laser therapy has become an increasingly popular modality in the canine rehab world over the last few years. It is a great tool, however it should be used in conjunction with manual therapy, soft tissue massage, and therapeutic exercise. Oftentimes, clinics will use laser therapy as a stand-alone treatment and not
As the field of canine rehabilitation grows, the over-use of the underwater treadmill as a common treatment modality has become increasingly popular.
Comparing conservative management vs. surgery in dogs with IVDD
