Canine Rehabilitation internship

I just came back from my internship in canine physical rehabilitation in Chicago, which is part of my certification to be a CCRT (Certified in Canine Rehabilitation Therapy). I had the privilege to observe the physical therapists, animal technicians and veterinarians work as a team on every canine physical rehabilitation cases. As the week unfolded, some cases really gets to your heart like Harold, the dog who was condemned to never walk again after back surgery. Well, check the youtube videos and judge of his progress for yourself.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNqFRCLEjLA&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jaa5PbJK10&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXQUNiNV4Bk&feature=channel
Never give up is the word of the day :-)

And Trio, the Pit Bull with one real leg amputated at 4 weeks old because she was used as bait in an illegal dogfight. The present owner was working at a rescue organisation, saw the young pup in a shoe box and immediately fell in love with her. Trio now needs a cart to get around and wrists warps due to over loading her front legs. The owner has now started a fund to helps homeless pets who needs medical care. http://www.trioanimalfoundation.org/ .

These are some of the amazing stories I was able to witness while at Integrative Pet Care facility this last week. Amazing is the only word that comes to mind….

And if you think cats cannot go in the underwater treadmill, well, think again…
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqULVsBaSWw&feature=related