Dogs That Benefit From Physical Therapy

The types of dogs that will benefit from physical therapy are vast. Any dog that has suffered an injury, is slowing down due to age or deconditioning, is diagnosed with an orthopedic or neurological disease, or has had surgical intervention to treat these types of problems is an excellent candidate for physical therapy intervention.    

Candidates range from:  

• The puppy with a congenital (genetic) disorder  
• The canine athlete that needs to maintain that competitive edge  
• The working dog that desires to get back in the field whether it’s police work, search and rescue, or service for persons with disabilities  
• The senior dog just trying to maintain functional independence such as negotiating stairs within the home or going outside to the bathroom  

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