Canine Rehab Centre
Expert Care, Tailored to Your Dog
When dogs develop mobility problems such as arthritis, weak back legs, or are recovering from cruciate ligament surgery, dog rehabilitation or canine rehabilitation therapies can play a vital role in helping them regain strength and comfort.
At the Canine Rehabilitation Centre at The Vet Lounge - Upper Coomera, our rehabilitation services are supported by a veterinary practice known for its advanced surgical and medical care. This means your dog’s rehabilitation plan is designed with a full understanding of their diagnosis, surgery, imaging, medications, and overall health.
You don’t need to be a client of The Vet Lounge to access our rehabilitation services. We regularly work alongside veterinary clinics and specialist veterinarians across the Gold Coast, and referrals are not required.
A purpose-built rehabilitation facility
Our centre has been purpose-designed specifically for canine rehabilitation. This includes a dedicated exercise space where we can safely guide dogs through structured exercise programs.
Within our facility we use a range of specialised therapies, including:
- Evaluations
- Therapeutic laser therapy
- Manual therapy and joint mobilisation
- Structured strengthening and mobility exercises
- Excercise Plans
- Underwater treadmill hydrotherapy for dogs
Conditions we commonly help
- Recovery after cruciate ligament surgery (TPLO, TTA and other ACL repairs)
- Arthritis and joint stiffness
- Weak back legs and muscle loss
- Neurological conditions affecting mobility
- Spinal injuries and intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Recovery after orthopaedic surgery
- Age-related changes in strength, balance and mobility
Rehabilitation helps improve strength, joint mobility, balance and coordination, improving overall comfort. Our goal is to help dogs to move more confidently and maintain a better quality of life.
As a surgical specialist, I find that incorporating canine rehabilitation into our postoperative treatment plan leads to faster and more complete recoveries and better overall outcomes. Additionally, many of our patients don’t require surgery to treat some of their arthritic and soft tissue injuries, but rather require a thoughtful and controlled rehabilitation program to allow them to recover from these conditions. Janet has a wealth of experience and knowledge, combine this with all the technologies and tools, I have full confidence that our shared patients are receiving top notch care when they are seen at the Canine Rehab Centre.
This Christmas, the best gift for your dog might not come wrapped in a bow!
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🎓IRWIN THE GRADUATE!! 🎉
Just a few months ago, Irwin started his rehabilitation journey with us following TPLO surgery on his left knee. And what a journey it’s been! 💙
When we first met Irwin, just three weeks after surgery, he had a whopping 6 cm difference in thigh circumference! 😮 He was also experiencing significant discomfort through both shoulders and his back muscles from compensating for his injured leg.
Fast forward a few months, and our superstar has officially GRADUATED with a thigh difference of just 0.5 cm!! 🙌💪
That’s some seriously impressive progress! It’s incredible to see how far he’s come! And because he’s an absolute gentleman, Irwin even left us a beautiful plant as a thank you. 🪴❤️ And, as always, plenty of his fur to remember him by! 😂
Go be a dog, Irwin!! 🐕💙
We’ll miss you, buddy!
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Some well deserved treats were in order after reaching the top of the summit (step). 😆
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➡️ FRIDAYS WITH JESSIE! 💙
You may already know Jessie from our Canine Rehabilitation team, but we’re excited to share that she’s now running her own Hydrotherapy (Underwater Treadmill) sessions every Friday!
With 14 years of veterinary nursing experience, Jessie is certified in Small Animal Hydrotherapy and Canine Remedial Massage and is currently working towards becoming a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP). Jessie is currently training under Janet’s incredible guidance. 💪
Jessie has a particular passion for helping dogs recover from orthopaedic and neurological conditions, especially IVDD. And a fun fact? She’s dachshund obsessed! 🌭🐶 She even volunteers with dachshund rescue and IVDD support organisations.
We’re so fortunate to have Jessie’s experience, enthusiasm and genuine love for animals on our team.
💙 Friday hydrotherapy sessions with Jessie are now available!
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POV: When your demo dog didn’t read the memo! FAIL! 😆
We had such a great ‘First day of rehab’, at The Vet Lounge Currumbin last Friday! 🤩
We’re back again this Friday, and still have a few spots left if you want to get your dog’s mobility professionally evaluated by Janet, our certified rehab practitioner. 😃
➡️To book - phone (07) 5598 4000.
Can’t wait to meet you and your dogs - our new friends in the South! ☀️
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It’s not Magic, it’s Science! 🧬 Laser therapy can help with;
✨Arthritis & sore joints
✨Muscle strains & soft tissue injury
✨Recovery after surgery
✨Certain wounds
We use Laser alongside other treatment and rehabilitation! 😃
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