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Relieve, Restore, Rehabilitate: How E-Stim Therapy Can Improve Your Dog’s Quality of Life
Relieve, Restore, Rehabilitate: How E-Stim Therapy Can Improve Your Dog’s Quality of Life At Dogs In Motion Canine Rehabilitation, we believe in providing comprehensive care options to ensure your beloved pets lead active, pain-free lives. One of our core services, Electrical Stimulation (E-Stim) Therapy, is designed to support dogs struggling with pain, muscle weakness, and…
Read MoreUnderstanding and Preventing IVDD in French Bulldogs
Understanding and Preventing IVDD in French Bulldogs Introduction French Bulldogs, beloved for their charming and affectionate nature, are unfortunately prone to a variety of health issues, including Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD). As leaders in canine physiotherapy and rehabilitation in Australia, we are committed to educating pet owners on how to recognize, manage, and potentially prevent…
Read MoreThe Importance of Maintaining Muscle Mass as Pets Age
The Importance of Maintaining Muscle Mass as Pets Age As our pets age, they go through a variety of changes, including changes to their muscles. Sarcopenia, or age-related muscle loss, is a common issue that affects many aging pets. While some muscle loss is a natural part of the aging process, maintaining muscle mass in…
Read MoreHow Acupuncture can help your dog’s pain
Acupuncture for Animal Pain Management We are lucky enough to have two Veterinary Acupuncturists in our clinic, allowing our patients to access acupuncture therapy as part of their rehabilitation and as a vital element of their animal pain management. This treatment modality has grown in popularity in the Vet industry in the last five years,…
Read MoreHow to best care for your dog during the holidays
How the holiday season can affect your dog The holiday season is a crazy time of year with all the social engagements due to Christmas and New Years parties, extra visitors in the house, shopping for gifts and groceries, and lots of delicious items being cooked in the kitchen. Often, we aren’t aware of the…
Read MoreWhy I became a canine physiotherapist
Human Physiotherapy to Canine Physiotherapy Over 20 years ago I started my physio journey as a human physio because I wanted to help people to have a better quality of life and mobility. Having always had a huge love for dogs, it was a natural progression to shift my skills over to animals. In 2004…
Read MoreCan I slow my pets aging process?
Can I slow my pets aging process and help them live longer? As our pets age, it is common for us to see them slow down, lose muscle and ease of mobility. This can be due to a number of factors, some disease-related and some are just a normal part of aging. Can I slow…
Read MoreCold Laser Therapy for Dogs now available
Cold Laser Therapy for Dogs is now available at Dogs in Motion clinic Dogs In Motion is pleased to announce we now have Cold Laser Therapy available in the clinic for treatment of injured dogs, older dogs, sporting dogs and post-surgery dogs. What can cold laser therapy do for my dog? Essentially the results achieved…
Read MoreHeat or Ice, Which is Best for an Older Dog
Knowing what is best for your older dog when it comes to treatment of their ailments and making them more comfortable can change as your dog gets older. If your dog is in pain or has an injury, the difference between using heat or ice can be the difference in the way they heal and…
Read MoreThe Correct Way to Exercise a Mature Dog
Do you have an older dog? Have you noticed changes in their mobility? This is common, just like it is with us when we age. Muscles can weaken and become less flexible, joints can get stiffer and sorer. These changes may progress slowly – you may just feel like your dog is slowing down- but…
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