Help! My pet has…

Here are the most common reasons pet parents call us.

Stifle (Knee) Injury/ Surgery

Are you unsure how to help your pet recover from a stifle injury or surgery? Whether surgery is indicated or not, rehabilitation should always be provided to help reduce long-term issues for that joint or others around it. Using a certified canine rehabilitation professional will give your pet the best chance of a smooth recovery.

Hip Dysplasia

This painful condition can be discovered at any age. Hip dysplasia is considered the most common orthopaedic disease in dogs, and cats can suffer from it too! Animal physical therapy and rehabilitation can dramatically improve the quality of life and mobility in pets with hip dysplasia.

Let’s Work Together

All rehabilitation is complementary to veterinary care and is not meant as a substitute. To come and visit Active Pet Rehab, you’ll need a referral from your local vet, or veterinary specialist. This extra step may seem unnecessary, but it’s so important for us to provide the right treatment. By partnering with your vet, we’ll be able to see your pet’s medical history, test results, x-rays, allergies, and anything else that will help us deliver the right personalised therapy plan. In other words, we work collaboratively with you and your vet to provide the best possible treatment and care.

Not sure if rehabilitation is right for your pet?

 Not sure if rehabilitation is right for your pet? Check out our treatments page or get in contact!

Loved by Pets, Supported by Vets

Rehabilitation therapies are an excellent aid following muscle injury or surgery, or to help reduce the discomfort of conditions that have developed over time. These therapies can also be used to treat nerve injuries — even paralysis. Pain management is a huge part of our work here. All of our services aim to reduce discomfort and restore normal movement patterns, so your pet can get back to their healthy, happy selves.

We Love Them Like You Do

You want your pet to recover as quickly as possible — and so do we! Our friendly staff will show you exercises and stretches you can do with your pet at home, so you carry on therapy where your dog or cat feels most comfortable. In many cases, treatment can be managed through an initial assessment and advice, with follow-ups done over the phone.

We understand that managing finances can be challenging, especially with the rising cost of living. And we understand that you want to provide the best care for your pet, and we're here to support that commitment.

While exploring various payment options and "buy now, pay later" programs, we've noticed they often involve additional fees for you and extra administrative time for us, taking away time that could be spent assisting our patients to be living their best life.

Many banks now offer their own Buy Now Pay Later programs, such as NAB’s Now Pay Later, Commonwealth Bank’s StepPay, Westpac’s PartPay, and Suncorp’s PayLater, which may be a more convenient solution for you. These options provide flexibility without extra costs, allowing you to concentrate on your pet's wellbeing while managing payments conveniently. Enquire with your bank to see if this could be a beneficial option for your needs.

 Something To Wag About

Many insurance companies cover rehabilitation therapies on vet referral. So, if you have pet insurance, there’s a good chance you’re pets treatment will be covered should you wish to claim your costs. However, we want to avoid any nasty surprises, so it’s always best to check what your insurance includes, just in case.