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PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Debbie Gross Torraca, DPT, MSPT, Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Emeritus
THE SOLVER OF PROBLEMS MANY CANNOT SOLVE!
I enjoy working with all types of dogs, but especially dogs with sporting injuries (sports medicine) and those that are challenging or difficult to help. I also specialize in dogs with degenerative myelopathy.
I always look at the big picture - I take into account the dog, its partner, environment, and sport or activities to determine what's going on and how to help.
I provide teleconsultation services for Pet Parents who:
VET TECH & CERTIFIED IN CANINE REHAB: Renee DeSimone, CVT, CCRA
SPECIAL INTEREST IN ORTHOPEDIC & NEUROLOGIC ISSUES IN PETS
I offer consultation for pet parents of dogs or cats with weakness or generalized stiffness, lameness issues, post-op surgical pets, and those with osteoarthritis and pain related to injury or disease. I have worked with pets with spinal cord injuries and paralysis as well as pets that have had strokes and cannot walk well. I will be happy to work with you and your veterinary team to provide solutions, suggestions, and coaching to help your pet recover or feel and move better. I provide consults for Pet Parents:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Jen McNutt, BSc, MScPT, Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation
IMPROVE MOBILITY THROUGH REHAB AND ASSISTIVE DEVICES
I offer one-on-one, client-centered guidance on exercise, mobility, conditioning, and massage techniques that can help pets regain function and reduce pain. I work with dogs of all ages and all injuries however, I specialize in older dogs and orthopedic conditions such as sprains/strains, arthritis, back pain and post-surgery.
I also offer direction in selecting assistive aids for your pet, such as harnesses, carts, and braces. My goal is to provide an individualized, wholistic approach to help pets be more comfortable and improve mobility. I provide consults for Pet Parents to:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Carrie Smith, BsPT, CCRT (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist), Cert. Gunn IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation)
SPECIALIZING IN KNEE AND HIP EXERCISE PROGRAMS
*I provide Teleconsultation services for Canadian clients only
I have developed exercise programs to help rehabilitate and strengthen the canine knee (stifle) and hip. These programs are of great value for pet owners whose dogs have undergone knee or hip surgery. I provide consults for Pet Parents who want help:
MASSAGE THERAPIST: Sara May, NCCMT, NCCAP [Canine Massage Therapist / Small Animal Acupressure Practitioner], Co-Founder & Lead Instructor for Canis Bodyworks, LLC
MASSAGE AND ACUPRESSURE SPECIALIST FOR DOGS OF ALL AGES
I offer a virtual consultation service for pet parents and animal rehabilitation
therapists. From the comfort of your home, at a time that’s convenient for you, I collaborate with you and your veterinary medical team to provide one-on-one coaching. I provide consults for Pet Parents who want:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Jean Pavlakos, PT, Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner
EXPERT IN SPORTS REHAB FOR PERFORMANCE DOGS, SENIORS, AND MORE
I am an expert in sports rehabilitation for performance dogs, and care for the senior pet. I offer virtual consultation services for pet companions and canine athletes. I also consult on care and early intervention for puppies being groomed as future athletes. In addition, I treat cats and am happy to discuss mobility issues and exercise strategies specifically geared toward the feline pet.
The most common conditions on which I consult are:
VETERINARIAN: Tanya Grantham, BSc(Hons), BVSc (Veterinary Science), CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner), CCBW (Caninology Canine Body Worker), CVA (Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist), CertSCVA (Certificate of Safety and Competence in Veterinary Acupuncture), 2020 Finalist for Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist of the Year.
SPECIALIZING IN PUPPIES, OLDER, AND GERIATRIC DOGS AND CATS
My philosophy on treating puppies: I firmly believe that the sooner a developmental condition is noticed and diagnosed, the more options are available to treat the condition. Soft tissue can influence the skeleton and indeed we see this with many problems associated with young dogs. Hip dysplasia and patellar luxation are probably the most discussed. Allow me to discuss physical therapy and exercises which may benefit you pet or patient.
My philosophy on treating older and geriatric dogs and cats: Veterinarians are taught to assist with pain in a multi-modal manner – specifically with regards to the use of medicines. The multi-modal approach I use is holistic. I am able to discuss the use of drugs in combination with physical therapy modalities that reduce pain in dogs and cats. These modalities include massage, electrotherapy, and photobiomodulation (light therapy) which are within the reach of animal guardians and veterinary professionals alike. Acupuncture (and acupressure) can also be applied.
I provide consults for Pet Parents:
VETERINARIAN: Tina McGrath, DVM, CCRT (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist), CVAT (Certified Veterinary Acupuncture Therapist)
MOBILITY SPECIALIST FOR PETS - WHETHER AN ATHLETE OR A FAMILY PET
I am a veterinarian who is certified in canine rehabilitation and acupuncture, and specializing in mobility issues related to orthopedic and neurological conditions. I offer the following consult services for Pet Parents:
VETERINARIAN: Jane McNae, BVSc, MANZCVs (Surg), PGCert (Med Ed), CCRT, MRCVS, Dip A Phys
HELPING DOGS, CATS, RABBITS, AND SMALL PETS GET PACK ON THEIR PAWS AGAIN.
I have examined, diagnosed, and treated with medicine, surgery, and physiotherapy all the common conditions a pet may suffer - I've seen it all.
My areas of focus include elderly and arthritic pets, post-surgical patients, canine athletes, obese animals, and those with neurological impairments.
My physiotherapy and rehabilitation focuses on the PAW trilogy approach (developed by Paws in Motion), which stands for: PLACE (P), ACTIVITY (A), and WELLBEING (W) - and I take all these aspects into consideration to provide a well-rounded review with advice on what actions can be taken to enhance pet mobility and recovery. I provide consultative services for Pet Parents to help with:
VETERINARIAN: Debra Voulgaris, DVM, MA, CCRP, cert Veterinary Acupuncture, cert Tuina, cert Ozonotherapy
PHYSICAL REHABILITATION VETERINARIAN WITH A HOLISTIC APPROACH TO HEALING
I am a rehabilitation and integrative medicine veterinarian that specializes in helping animals regain mobility, comfort, and well being. I focus on natural treatments such as acupuncture, nutrition, ozone therapy, photobiomodulation and detoxification, often combining them with more conventional therapies like pharmaceuticals, to assist patients in their healing process. Educating and empowering clients is a primary goal because having realistic expectations and understanding their pets' condition, the treatment options, and how to provide appropriate home care leads to the best outcomes. I provide consultations for Pet Parents:
VETERINARIAN: Jennifer Repac, DVM, CCRT, CVA, CVCH, Certified Veterinary Acupuncture
WHOLE(ISTIC) MOBILITY CARE FOR DOGS, CATS, AND EXOTIC PETS
My multi-disciplined background in general practice, integrative medicine, and rehabilitation contribute to my truly “whole(istic)” approach to mobility and wellness care. I have received advanced training in the rehabilitation of geriatrics, athletes, and even exotic pets. My experiences have led me to become creative in my mobility solutions including skills with orthoses/prosthetics and other assistive devices (eg. carts, braces, harnesses). Ready to handle even the toughest cases, my varied expertise enables me to select and prioritize the “best tool in the box” for each treatment. I provide consultative services for Pet Parents to:
CHIROPRACTOR: Michele Broadhurst, DC, CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner), IVCA (International Veterinary Chiropractic Association)
DOCTOR OF CHIROPRACTIC WITH SPECIAL INTEREST IN MUSCULOSKELETAL PAIN
I am a musculoskeletal physician specializing in myofascial pain as it relates to orthopedic and neurological conditions. I use visual gait analysis (via video footage) and a detailed history to determine the best treatment for your animal, and will guide you in the use of safe, at-home modalities, exercises and specific movements, and home environmental modifications to provide a more wholesome outcome for your pet. I offer the following consult services for Pet Parents:
CANINE REHAB THERAPIST: Lisa Dos Passos, OT, Vet Tech, CCRP (Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner)
FOCUS ON FUNCTION & PERFORMANCE FOR CANINE ATHLETES, SENIORS, & PETS WITH DISABILITIES
I offer a variety of consultation services for pet owners with athletic pets, as well as retired or senior pets. I also serve families and rescue organizations with pets who have physical challenges such as paralysis or amputations. I work with trainers and handlers of canine athletes as well as veterinary professionals who are interested in a second look or a consult on a case. I provide consults for Pet Parents to provide:
PHYSICAL THERAPIST: Amie Lamoreaux Hesbach, PT, DPT, MS, NCPT, CCRP, CCRT, CKTP (Certified KinesioTaping Practitioner)
MOVEMENT, FITNESS, AND EXERCISE PRO
I offer a virtual mobility consultation service for pet parents worldwide. From the comfort of your home, at a time that’s convenient for you, I collaborate with you and your veterinary medical team to provide a comprehensive, one-on-one coaching solutions. I provide consults for Pet Parents: