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

A referral from a veterinarian is required before a rehabilitation assessment and treatment can take place. Patients from referring clinics are welcome. For referral clients, veterinary services are not provided outside the rehabilitation service, so Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital can maintain a professional and ethical relationship with referring veterinarians.

In-Hospital

CanineTech Rehab services take place within Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital for convenience and continuity.

Referral Required

A veterinarian must refer the patient before 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?

Yes. A referral from a veterinarian is essential before an assessment or treatment can take place. Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital welcomes patients from referring clinics for CanineTech Rehab services while maintaining clear boundaries with the referring veterinarian’s ongoing medical care.

Where do rehabilitation appointments take place?

CanineTech Rehab services take place within Chicopee Hills Animal Hospital in Kitchener. This makes rehabilitation convenient for local clients while allowing dogs to receive therapy in a familiar veterinary setting with appropriate referral-based communication.

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.