Our Services
At Advanced Canine Rehabilitation Center, every dog receives a customized plan to restore comfort, strength, and confidence in movement.
Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or building fitness for sport, we tailor every session to their unique needs.
Our Service Menu
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Comprehensive Physical Therapy Evaluation
Every treatment plan begins here.
We assess your dog’s gait, posture, joint mobility, muscle balance, and comfort level to uncover the true source of pain or weakness. From there, we design a targeted plan to help your dog recover safely and move comfortably again.
Ideal for: Post-surgical recovery, chronic pain, mobility issues, performance dogs.
Includes: Hands-on assessment, gait and posture analysis, personalized treatment plan, and home exercise recommendations.
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Rehabilitation & Recovery
Our rehabilitation programs help dogs heal from orthopedic and neurologic injuries while preventing long-term compensation or re-injury.
This ensures your therapist can safely design and monitor a customized treatment plan for your dog’s specific condition.
Common treatments include:
- Post-operative recovery (TPLO, hip/elbow surgeries, IVDD, etc.)
- Pain management & comfort care
- Gait retraining and mobility restoratio
- Therapeutic exercise & strength conditioning
- Manual therapy & joint mobilization
- Laser, ultrasound, shockwave, Equusir BEST-Box and PEMF therapies
We combine advanced modalities with gentle, hands-on care to accelerate recovery and improve quality of life.
Please note: Rehabilitation sessions are available only after your dog has completed a Comprehensive Physical Therapy Evaluation.
Advanced Modalities
To support faster recovery and lasting comfort, we offer advanced, evidence-based therapies that enhance circulation, reduce inflammation, and promote tissue healing.
These treatments are often integrated into rehabilitation plans for post-surgical, athletic, and aging dogs.Â
 Our specialized modalities include:
- Equusir BEST-Box:Â AÂ combination of Photobiomodulation/Laser (PBM); Infrared (IR-B); and Electromagnetic Field Therapy (EMFT)
- Shockwave Therapy (ESWT): Non-invasive sound waves stimulate tissue repair, relieve chronic pain, and accelerate healing for stubborn or slow-to-heal conditions.
- Dry Needling: Targets and releases deep muscle tension or trigger points caused by injury, overuse, or compensation patterns.
- Laser Therapy / Photobiomodulation: Uses focused light energy to reduce pain and inflammation while promoting cellular regeneration.
- Therapeutic Ultrasound: Delivers sound waves to loosen tight muscles and improve flexibility before stretching or exercise.
- PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) Therapy: Improves circulation, reduces inflammation, and enhances tissue recovery at a cellular level.
Each therapy is selected based on your dog’s specific diagnosis and treatment goals—creating a highly personalized plan that supports quicker, more complete recovery.
Aquatic Therapy
(Underwater Treadmill)
Water supports your dog’s body weight while allowing natural movement without stress on joints.
Perfect for post-surgical patients, senior dogs, or athletic dogs needing conditioning and endurance work.
- Builds strength, balance, and flexibility
- Reduces pain and stiffness
- Complements in-clinic and at-home exercise programs
Performance & Conditioning for Sport Dogs
Our specialized performance programs help athletic and working dogs reach their peak.
We assess symmetry, strength, and coordination to prevent injury and support faster recovery between events.
Designed for: Agility, flyball, dock diving, hunting/retriever, herding, obedience, confirmation and service dogs.Â
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Senior & Arthritis Support
For aging dogs or those with osteoarthritis, elbow and hip dysplasia, or general weakness, our gentle therapy programs preserve mobility and reduce discomfort—helping your dog stay active and independent longer. It's also great for overweight dogs.
Goals: Maintain muscle mass, prevent falls, improve daily comfort, and keep your dog’s tail wagging.
Puppy Structural Evaluation
Give your puppy the best start in life.
We assess posture, gait, flexibility, and muscle balance to detect early signs of imbalance before they become long-term issues and rule-out common orthopaedic issues.
Owners leave with a simple plan to support healthy growth through play, exercise, and environment.
- Recommended for puppies 8–18 weeks
- 60-minute gentle assessment with take-home plan
- Fun, positive, and educational for both puppy and owner
Assistive Devices & Home Planning
We help fit and train dogs to safely use mobility aids—such as braces, slings, harnesses, surgi-suits or carts—and provide recommendations for home modifications that improve safety and independence.
Maureen McEntee - Client
We have been with Ria for many years now, multiple dogs, TPLO rehab.
Our youngest Lab is now 7 and our current sport is hunt retrieving.
A couple years ago she was working on a preserve retrieving pheasant at a controlled release shoot. She emerged from under some heavy brush literally on 3 legs holding her bird. When we got close enough, took the bird, we realized that her left leg got caught inside her protective vest. With help, we released the vest and her leg looked ok. Later the limp and head bob happened. I felt it was muscular so asked Ria to check her out. The PT evaluation found “Facet capsular entrapment and left shoulder tendonitis.” Story was 4 ½ at the time of this injury. Rehab was key, followed by monthly maintenance which continues, as part of our injury prevention and fitness. Story continues to work at the preserves, enjoying what she was bred to do. In October, the first shoot of the season, she picked up 71 pheasant in under 3 hours. She was a working machine. Ria has guided me to help keep her safe, to take care of and help prevent “ouchies”, so she can continue to enjoy what she does. Hunt is a multitude of dog sports in one package - strength, endurance, perseverance, agility, obedience, swimming and gently carrying and delivering the prize, often with limited vision with the size of the bird or wing across their face. Story has her NAHRA (North American Hunting Retriever Association Working Retriever Title and just earned her first AKC Master Hunt pass this month. On the gentle side she is an AKC Therapy Dog Excellent who melts for belly rubs!
Insurance Information
Most pet insurance plans reimburse for rehabilitation and physical therapy. We’ll provide the documentation you need for easy submission and reimbursement.
How it works:
- Pay at time of service
- Submit your claim to your insurer
- Receive reimbursement directly
We’re happy to coordinate referrals and provide evaluation notes or treatment plans upon request.
Our Affiliates:
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The first step is a Comprehensive Physical Therapy Evaluation.
This one-hour assessment gives you clear answers and a plan to help your dog feel and move better.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral from my veterinarian?
No referral is required to schedule an evaluation.
However, we often collaborate with your primary veterinarian—especially for post-surgical cases—to ensure treatment plans are coordinated and medically supported.
What happens during my dog’s first visit?
Your first appointment is a Comprehensive Physical Therapy Evaluation.
We’ll review your dog’s history, observe movement and gait, perform gentle hands-on testing, and discuss findings with you. From there, we create a personalized rehabilitation plan and may start initial therapy if time allows.
How many sessions will my dog need?
That depends on the diagnosis, age, and goals.
Some dogs recover in just a few visits; others benefit from ongoing therapy to manage chronic conditions or maintain performance. You’ll receive a recommended plan after the first evaluation.
Do you take pet insurance?
Most pet insurance companies reimburse for rehabilitation and physical therapy once you submit your paid invoice.
We’ll provide detailed documentation for your claim and can coordinate any required referrals or prescriptions.
What if my dog isn’t injured but is slowing down with age?
We specialize in senior and arthritis support programs that keep aging dogs active, comfortable, and independent for as long as possible. Early intervention makes a big difference.
Can you help with weight management or mobility aids?
Yes. We design safe, low-impact conditioning programs for overweight dogs and provide fittings for braces, slings, and wheelchairs to improve independence at home.
Are the therapies painful?
Not at all.
Most dogs relax and enjoy their sessions—especially once they associate the clinic with relief and comfort. Treatments are always tailored to your dog’s tolerance and comfort level.
What makes your clinic different?
With over 25 years of experience in canine rehabilitation, sports performance, and integrative veterinary care, our team brings advanced clinical skill and genuine compassion to every case.
We treat every dog like our own—focusing on results, safety, and quality of life.
How do I get started?
The best first step is to book a New Client Evaluation.
We will reach out to you with scheduling options so we can then thoroughly go through your dogs history and current needs in person.
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