The following article was produced by Canine Rehab Systems. Authorization for use of this article was granted by the authors. The following home modifications can be used for those dogs dealing with vision issues to help them to better function in their homes: Make sure to fence off potential hazards, such as stairs […]
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Equipment for the purpose of rehabilitation and conditioning for your pet varies greatly in utility, cost, size, ability to store, and more. Of course, you can purchase inflatable products (peanuts, discs), Cavaletti poles, weave poles, and more from various companies. But, I also like to look at common items that you may already […]
Whether a procedure is scheduled for tomorrow or two months from now, there is never a bad time to start preparing. Recovery from an anesthetic “event” can be made easier with a little planning The goals are to minimize your pet’s stress and discomfort while managing their pain and mobility. It can be scary for […]
Veterinary Medical Manipulation (VMM) by Jennifer Tucci, DVM What is VMM? Veterinary Medical Manipulation (VMM) is a manual therapy that uses motion palpation to find joint restrictions and alleviates them using quick and controlled joint adjustments. Correcting these joint restrictions restores normal range of motion, relaxes the muscles and relieves pain of a restricted joint. […]
THIS DOES NOT SUBSTITUTE CONTACTING YOUR VETERINARIAN. If your pet is vomiting, call your veterinarian immediately. If your pet is not improving, call your veterinarian immediately. Cats should not go >24 hours without eating. Call your veterinarian immediately. Ingredients may consist of one or more items. Ideally, try to mix protein and starch […]
Would Your Pet Benefit from Acupuncture? by Jennifer Tucci, DVM Acupuncture can be used as a complementary therapy to Western treatments or as a stand-alone therapy for patients that cannot tolerate or aren’t responding to standard medicines. Ancient Chinese theory teaches that disease occurs as a result of blocked flow of Qi (the body’s energy). […]
Pet Peeves: The Retractable Leash by Tracie Grubb, DVM, CCRT, cVMA We assume so much responsibility when we become a pet family. It’s our job to keep our pets healthy, happy, and safe as we would any other family member. Retractable leashes do not help to meet this goal. Most dogs love their daily walks. […]
WHAT DOES REHAB LOOK LIKE FOR MY DOG? Tracie Grubb, DVM, CCRT, cVMA HAVE YOU EVER HAD YOUR OWN PHYSICAL THERAPY? If you are lucky, you have never had surgery or a serious injury warranting physical therapy. But, let’s be real… most of us have had one or both. If you injure your back, knee, […]
WHEELCHAIRS: HOW TO GET MY DOG ON THE ROAD AGAIN Tracie Grubb, DVM, CCRT, cVMA Wheelchairs can be a great way to give your disabled dog added freedom and independence. But they are not for every dog. Here are a few things to think about when considering getting your dog in a cart. MOBILITY […]
Which “Support Harness” is Best for My Dog? by Tracie Grubb, DVM, CCRT, cVMA COMMON QUESTIONS WHEN CONSIDERING A HARNESS: My senior dog is weak or stumbling on one or more limbs. My dog has hip dysplasia and is losing muscle on his back legs. My dog just had surgery (back, neck, knee, etc…). How […]
