June 17th, 2019 | Canine Rehabilitation, Hydrotherapy, Senior Dogs
Much like humans, our canine friends can often benefit from physical animal rehabilitation to improve strength, flexibility, and balance.
Animal rehabilitation in Tampa is offered by physical therapists who work closely with your dog over a period of weeks or months to achieve the best possible physical outcomes. They work with dogs of all breeds and sizes. We feel better when our bodies allow us to move freely, and so do our dogs! The right rehabilitation in Tampa can help restore your pet’s quality of life.
If you have health or mobility concerns for your pet, they can benefit from animal rehabilitation in Tampa. Your concerns may include:
Injuries
Surgery and recovery
Aging
Arthritis or other degenerative diseases
All of these conditions and more can be improved with animal rehabilitation in Tampa.
Your pup can access a range of animal rehabilitation services in Tampa, depending on their specific needs. Services include:
Laser therapy
Hydrotherapy
Underwater treadmill therapy
Chiropractic care
Land exercise training
Mobility training
Arthritis treatment
Stem cell and regenerative therapies
Weight loss programs
By forgetting the ruff stuff! Your pup is going to need gentle guidance as they progress through animal rehabilitation in Tampa. We will indeed ask things about your dog that are unfamiliar to them, so it’s essential that first and foremost, we establish trust with your pet.
We will spend the first few sessions getting to know your pet, being patient, and using low-stress handling methods. This will help establish a bond that we need for your pup to trust us through the process and achieve the best possible outcome.
Low-stress handling as a part of our animal rehabilitation in Tampa is a method for reducing stress and building confidence in animals. Using techniques like proper leash handling, counter-conditioning with treats, and creating a safe, relaxed environment, we ease your pet into therapy. It also involves:
Paying attention to the dog’s behavior and reading their body language to detect fear or anxiety
Keeping a composed demeanor, especially when approaching or handling dogs directly
Tracking and adjusting to your dog’s behavior with techniques that will encourage your pet’s participation in rehab
Using sights, sounds, and smells that entice a dog and make them feel safe
We understand the first step to any successful animal rehabilitation in Tampa is building a bond with your dog. We take our cues from each individual animal to ensure the pet’s comfort during the process.
Physical therapy for both dogs and humans can be a challenging time. Especially if the break down of scar tissue is involved. It is just generally uncomfortable for dogs during their healing periods, but there are ways to make it easier. For example, Hydrotherapy. This form of therapy entails exercises while in the water. This alleviates some of the pressure put on potentially sore joints and allows for more effortless movement. Not to mention, Hydrotherapy promotes blood circulation, heals tissue, and increases range of motion while keeping your dog as comfortable as possible. Even if your dog doesn’t like water, there are ways to influence them with treats and a comfortable, safe environment with trained professionals.
Animal rehabilitation in Tampa is not a quick fix; it takes time to build trust between the therapist and the client. But the gains that can be made are substantial, like when your pup can bound down the stairs again or jump into bed with you. We want to help your dog reach a better quality of life, and it’s well worth the patience it will take to get there. Contact Us online or call us at (727) 677-9500. We’re looking forward to meeting you and your furry friend!