Pet Rehabilitation in Kitchener, ON

Pet rehabilitation at Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital in Kitchener, ON, supports dogs with mobility concerns, injury recovery, arthritis, and post-operative healing. Through our affiliation with CanineTech Rehab, canine rehabilitation and physiotherapy services are available within our hospital by veterinary referral.

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What Canine Rehabilitation Supports

Canine rehabilitation and physiotherapy can help dogs recover, maintain mobility, and improve comfort after injury, surgery, or age-related changes. This referral service takes place within our hospital, making care convenient for clients and pets while maintaining appropriate communication with the referring veterinarian.

Hip Dysplasia

Rehabilitation may help support strength, comfort, and mobility for dogs affected by hip dysplasia.

Arthritis Support

Therapy can help senior dogs and arthritic patients maintain movement, comfort, and quality of life.

Post-Operative Healing

Rehabilitation may support recovery after orthopaedic, spinal, or other surgical procedures.

Cruciate Injuries

Dogs with cranial cruciate ligament injuries may benefit from guided rehabilitation and strengthening plans.

Patellar Luxation

Rehab can help support stability, mobility, and muscle conditioning for dogs with kneecap-related concerns.

Disc Disease

Dogs with intervertebral disc disease may need careful rehabilitation support as part of their recovery plan.

Canine Athletes

Performance and sporting dogs may benefit from conditioning, manual therapy, and recovery-focused support.

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Referral-Based Rehabilitation Care

CanineTech Rehab provides physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for dogs by referral from a veterinarian. If you would like to start a referral for canine physiotherapy, please contact CanineTech directly to begin the referral process. CanineTech will work with your veterinarian to obtain the necessary referral information before an assessment or treatment can take place.

Patients referred from veterinary clinics are welcome. CanineTech focuses specifically on rehabilitation and physiotherapy services, while the referring veterinarian continues to provide and manage the patient’s ongoing medical and veterinary care.

In-Home Rehabilitation

CanineTech primarily offers in-home physiotherapy visits, allowing dogs to receive rehabilitation in a comfortable and familiar environment. When an in-home visit is not feasible, CanineTech may occasionally use Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital as an alternative location for rehabilitation services.

Start a Referral

Ready to get started? Contact CanineTech Rehab to begin the referral process for your dog’s physiotherapy assessment. A veterinarian referral is required before rehabilitation assessment and treatment can begin.

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Meet the Rehab Therapist

Courtney White is a Canine Rehab Therapist with an MSc in Physiotherapy from McMaster University and a BSc in Human Kinetics. She completed her Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation through the Animal Rehabilitation Association of Canada in 2024 and has special interests in senior dogs, canine athletes, advanced manual therapy, and mobility support. Rehabilitation may also connect with pet surgery recovery or radiology and ultrasound findings when appropriate.

Pet Rehabilitation FAQs

These FAQs answer common questions about canine rehabilitation at Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital. Rehabilitation services are provided through CanineTech Rehab within our Kitchener hospital and may support dogs with injuries, arthritis, post-surgical recovery, mobility concerns, or performance needs.

What conditions can canine rehabilitation help?

Canine rehabilitation may help dogs with hip dysplasia, arthritis, post-operative healing, cranial cruciate ligament injuries, patellar luxation, intervertebral disc disease, weakness, mobility changes, and conditioning needs. A rehabilitation assessment helps determine whether therapy is appropriate for your dog.

Does my dog need a referral for rehabilitation?

If you would like to start a referral for CanineTech Rehab services, please contact CanineTech directly to begin the referral process. A referral from your veterinarian is required before an assessment or treatment can take place.

Where do rehabilitation appointments take place?

CanineTech Rehab primarily offers in-home visits, allowing dogs to receive rehabilitation in the comfort and familiarity of their own environment. When an in-home visit is not feasible, CanineTech may occasionally use Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital in Kitchener as an alternative setting for rehabilitation services.

Who provides the rehabilitation services?

Rehabilitation services are provided by Courtney White, Canine Rehab Therapist. Courtney has a Master of Science in Physiotherapy, a Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics, and a Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation through the Animal Rehabilitation Association of Canada.

Can rehabilitation help after surgery?

Yes. Rehabilitation may be recommended after orthopaedic, spinal, or other surgeries to support healing, mobility, strength, and comfort. Your veterinarian and rehabilitation therapist can guide timing, activity levels, exercises, and progress based on your dog’s procedure and recovery stage.