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How do I know if my Dog is in Pain

Dog’s feel pain just like people, and they may  be hurting in silence because they can’t tell us. They try hard to conceal it because being injured is dangerous in the wild. Limping and picking up a paw are obvious signs of pain, but many others are more subtle and can go on for years … Read more

My Pet has Arthritis

Help is Here! “Motion Is The Lotion” Arthritis. When we hear that word, we think about pain. We think about stiffness. We think about a mysterious, growing, threatening disease that will render us or our loved ones unable to move, unable to enjoy life. We all have these thoughts. But do we really know what … Read more

The difference between Massage versus Manual Therapy and why it’s important for your pet’s rehabilitation.

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″]   In Canine Rehabilitation, when we hear the term, “Manual Therapy”, many of us assume it’s just another word for massage.  It’s not.  Manual therapy and massage are two very different techniques with distinct benefits for your pet.  You have probably … Read more

Arfit Welcomes Duke! (L knee and lumbar strain)

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″]   Duke is a 6 year old terrier mix who loves to fetch!  a few weeks ago, he played a little too hard and came up lame.  His owner was worried he tore his CCL.  His vet had advised surgery and … Read more

New Patient Profile: Arfit Welcomes Dominic! (hind limb weakness and low back muscle spasms)

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″]   Arfit Welcomes Dominic, an 11 year old Chow / Collie mix.  Dominic has a history of hip dysplasia and his owners brought him in because he has been limping after walks and having increased difficulty getting up on the bed. … Read more

My Dog Has an FCE / Spinal Stroke. Now What?

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″]My dog has been diagnosed with a Spinal Stroke (FCE).  Now What? by Tod Miner, PT CCRP Arfit Dog Therapy Chicago      I took Max to ARFIT after I had taken him to the vet.  He wasn’t able to move his … Read more

Arfit Welcomes Maverick to the Pack! (Elder Dog / Hind End weakness)

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row make_fullwidth=”on” background_color_1=”#000000″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″ module_alignment=”center”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ background_color=”#000000″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_image src=”https://www.arfit.biz/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/IMG_0951.jpeg” show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″ max_width=”20%”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” background_color=”#000000″ background_layout=”dark”] Canine Rehabilitation   Maverick is a 10 year old Shiba Inu.  His owners brought him to therapy because of shaky hind legs and increased difficulty getting up and climbing stairs.  At … Read more

Arfit Welcomes Ada (cervical spine injury)

[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.15″ background_color=”#000000″] Ada is an 11 year old female Pit Bull Terrier.  She has been yelping in pain at night for the last few days and a cervical (neck) injury is suspected.  She also yelps when she tries to shake her head and … Read more