This is a recent testimonial from a couple that are truly dedicated to their pet and have "stayed the course" to help their dog walk again, after sustaining a "stroke" over a year ago. Katy is finally walking on her own .Susan and Steven W. never gave up hope.

"Thank you again Cheri. I thank God that the vet tech had the presence of mind that day to hand me your brochure. We called the Vet and his tech recently to tell them Katy is finally walking on her own. The staff was so excited when they heard the news.

I am offering $30.00 for massage only treatments.! Treat your dog to a massage today. It helps with improving circulation, decreasing muscle spasms, and local pain. Order Today!

Here is the reply from one of my clients regarding this issue. I have successfully rehabilitated the majority of  post operative CCL repair patients, over the past 5 years ,WITHOUT WATER TREADMILL exercises. I have been able to reach functional goals for the patient in 6 visits, in the majority of cases.

I am informing the public regarding a new procedure called Tightrope repair for CCL tears. I have rehabilitated a good number since it's integration into realm of canine orthopedic surgery about a year and 1/2 ago. I am working with a local Kansas City, Mo Vet who studied with Dr. Cook at MU Veterinary College in Columbia, Mo. Dr. Cook has learned this technique from Human Orthopedic Surgeons as the tightrope repair is used quite commonly for human ligament repairs. It is recommended on canines more than 45# and runs about $1,800 to 2,000.00 in the Kansas City area.

These are two very interesting neurological cases that would challenge the best canine therapist and both dogs improved!

The first is a dog who at 6 months old started to show neurological problems: i.e.  inability to sit up, roll over, or stand on her own without support. This dog was diagnosed with what we call: Cerebeller Hypoplasia. This means the part of the brain that controls balance, position sense, and coordination was impaired.