My dog is reaching her senior years and is starting to show signs of stiffness. When is a good time to start therapeutic exercises and treatment?
As dogs reach their senior years, many physical changes begin to occur. Stiffness is often associated with arthritic joints and will eventually lead to muscle atrophy and decreased tolerance for activity. The decrease in activity, in turn, exacerbates the stiffness and arthritic changes. This snowball effect can be offset by working to prevent or slow some of these processes with physical rehabilitation. These techniques include modalities to help relieve pain as well as provide goal oriented exercises which focus on range of motion, strength, balance and coordination. How much does physical rehabilitation cost? After your initial evaluation your visits will be charged at an hourly rate of 80.00/hr with a minimum fee of $40.00. Using an hourly rate allows more access to the use of multiple modalities and is therefore more beneficial for your dog. What if my dog is scared of swimming or water? Many dogs who show anxiety around water such as rivers and creeks often seem to be much more c
