IVDD/Back Pain

IVDD is Scary. Knowledge can help.

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  • What IVDD is and why it leads to symptoms?
  • How to recognize symptoms in your dog
  • Whether your dog really needs surgery or not and why your vet thinks it’s a must
  • How rehab can help your dog succeed
  • 3 action steps to help your dog NOW

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Success Stories

Chances are we’ve helped a dog with problems just like yours. We are all good dog owners, sometimes we just need a little help.

Frank, my 5-year-old miniature dachshund was diagnosed with probable IVDD earlier this spring. The vet didn’t provide me with much direction aside from medications and strict rest; they provided no follow-up or instructions on how to rehabilitate. Shauna was recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad I reached out; she provided such professional and empathetic care that guided me through this time. This was a scary experience for me as a pet owner because Frank went from being playful and full of energy to shaking in pain and difficulty walking. With Shauna’s interventions and physiotherapy exercises, Frank has made a full recovery at this time and is back to being himself. I am incredibly grateful for her expertise and kindness. Frank is a proud pawsitively fit patient of Shauna’s and I would highly recommend her services, especially IVDD care. Thank you Shauna <3

Elaine T, Frank's Owner

Shauna is extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also friendly and empathetic. She worked with our very senior dog, Dexter, for six week. He has some sort of mysterious neurologic disorder, making use of his hind legs very difficult, on top of significant arthritis. Shauna used massage, exercises (which she taught us) and pulsed laser therapy. I was skeptical of the laser at first, but with every treatment Dexter gained several days of noticeably improved strength and function. Shauna not only possesses substantial expertise; she was also a delight to meet and work with. I would recommend her unhesitatingly to anyone with a dog in need.

Greg S, Dexter's Owner

Shauna was a miracle worker. Our 3 month old Bernese Mountain Dog puppy lost function in both his back legs after a bad accident. The left leg slowly came back within a couple days but the right leg was limp with what seemed to be no feeling. The Verdict, time and Physio. So we asked Shauna to see if she could come help! We ended up doing 12 full sessions with her and each one she did helpful exercises to strengthen his legs including laser therapy for swelling and pain. and by the end, he was running around the yard which we never thought we would see!. She included us in each session and gave us detailed descriptions of exercises and what we need to do as owners to help him get better. She was amazing with Frankie who was also a puppy who squirmed and nibbled the whole time. We are keeping her contact close and hope to do yearly sessions with her to keep our boy healthy and moving the best to his ability!

Thanks again Shauna.

Lindsay M, Frankie's Owner