Testimonials
Veterinarians
| "Cutting Edge K9 Rehab provides an extremely valuable service to veterinarians and our canine patients. I have seen a dramatic improvement in the recovery of challenging cases since I started to work with Trish. She is easy to communicate with in this new area of expertise and my clients are all thrilled with her work." - Dr. Joshua Jackson, DVM, Diplomate, American college of veterinary surgeons, Veterinary Specialty Hospital |
| "Post-operative recovery, especially after orthopedic and neurosurgery, is greatly enhanced through use of Physical Therapy and swimming. Animals benefit greatly from an experienced Physical Therapist using a combination of techniques to accelerate the healing process. I enthusiastically recommend Cutting Edge K9 Rehab for many of my post-op patients." - Dr Holly S.Mullen, DVM, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons, VCA, Emergency Animal Hospital & Referral Center |
Clients
| "To Dog Owners Everywhere, Our dog 'Gator' underwent spinal surgery by Dr. Lipsitz at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital after becoming paralyzed in all 4 legs. 10 days after his surgery, Gator was still unable to stand or move his legs, so Dr. Lipsitz referred us to Trish for further evaluation and therapy. After assessing Gator's needs Trish helped him through his 1st therapy session. Gator never liked the water, but responded to Trish's handling amazingly well. He moved all 4 legs in the water! It was incredible to see this happen. We took him back to the hospital and were told the next day by an elated staff that he was moving all legs on his own just a bit. After session #2 the staff informed us that he was walking with assistance and after session #3 we were able to take him home. From a hospital stretcher to home in 5 days ----it was a miracle to us as we had never heard of this type of thing happening to a dog. The support of the other dog owners at the pool was heart felt. Even though it is a 160 mile round trip we will take Gator twice a week for as long as Trish feels necessary. According to Trish his prognosis is for a 90- 100% recovery. We understand that water therapy works for all kinds of K9 ailments. We think it is too bad that every city doesn't have the availability of a service such as Cutting Edge K9 Rehab!!" - George and Rose Briner, Hemet CA, Owners of Gator |
 Hugo arrives for his workout |
"Thank goodness we found Trish and her water program! We were
given few options when Hugo was diagnosed with not only hip dysplasia
but also degenerative myelopathy. While we can't stop the disease,
we have at least slowed the progression and given him a better quality
of life. The water has made a tremendous difference in his emotional
state. He absolutely LOVES his swim sessions! I really can't find the
words to express what this has meant to Hugo and myself!" - Alise
Shatoff Owner of Hugo Click here for more of Hugo's inspiring story» |
 Orson has severe hip dysplasia, bilateral luxating patella and hyperextended hocks. |
"The orthopedic surgeon said Orson was not a good candidate for surgery and the breeder suggested we put our dog down to prevent a lifetime of suffering. Orson was walking short distances with obvious pain and could not climb stairs; he never attempted to jump/run...at 6 mos. old. After 3 mos. of swimming the dog everyone thought would be a cripple now looks forward to his walks; jumps into the car , goes up the stairs and runs without any apparent signs of pain . Orson's results with swimming have far exceeded our highest expectations!" - Mark Balitzer Owner of Orson the swimming Akita ( a miracle in itself), the dog who has no idea that he's got severe orthopedic problems!! |
| "Ameilia Spawn, the pup with the untreated broken leg, has
been going to swimming lessons aka PT for 2 weeks now. The x-rays show
her growth plates are just starting to close up. The main problem has
been that her tendons in her bad leg are very tight. She's gone from
using the shorter bad leg on soft surfaces to not using it at all. Or,
at least, she HAD quit using it. I'm tickled to report that after 2
sessions of aquatic PT and some expert instruction on how to do her
stretching exercises, there's been big news!! YESTERDAY SHE WALKED
ON SAND!!! AND GRASS!!!!She's not using the leg on hard surfaces or
when she runs, but I view this as astoundingly good progress!!!!!
Amy is NOT a good swimmer; she splashes a lot and her hind legs don't seem to have the right idea. Trish, her PT, assists her in the water and I go to the end of the pool and call her. Amy expends a lot of energy and is quite tired after her sessions. She is such a mimic that I asked Trish if her Lab (Takara) might swim along with...thinking Amelia might pick up on some pointers. SHE DID. After watching intently, Amelia decided that the PROPER way to start a lap was to take a BIG leap off of the underwater platform just like an enthusiastic lab does! Trish kept hold of her and she didn't sink...but she sure isn't a floater like a lab. The Physical Therapy is making a lot of difference!! We wish we had started this months ago---Trish works with a lot of whippets and agility dogs , her program is amazing!" |
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"We are exceptionally pleased with your professionalism and
skill with canines. Our just 7 year old had a stroke on January 8,
2002. He was completely paralyzed (totally flaccid) from the neck down.
We modified a small wheel chair so that we could move him. He was very difficult for senior citizens such as ourselves to handle.On the 16th, we took him to his first water session with Trish, Kodiak was quite terrified of the 1st session which was a swim session. His frontlegs did not know what to do, but with various techniques Trish got them moving during our 1st visit. His hindlegs had begun to work by this time and they were strong in the water. The improvement with each session over the next 3 weeks was amazing! We were able to use slings to ass't Kodiak in the 1st week of rehab and he began ambulating on his at the end of his 2nd week of rehab.--somewhat like a "drunken sailor" but with an air of confidence that he was once again in control. During subsequent sessions (we started with 2x/week and followed up with 1x/week during the next 2 mos.) Trish con't to encourage Kody and ass't him as he needed... he now swims without help and we have seen a complete recovery of Kody's personality and joy in life; with his physical body recovered @ 90%. We hope to see more improvement in the near future. We cannot imagine what the past few mos. would have been like had we not learned of the rehab services available. Thank you so much!" - Paula and Kermit Harcos, Owners of Kodiak - The Amazing All American Dog! |
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"Haley was not a swimmer and initially fought the water. Trish did an incredible job handling Haley and helping her become more comfortable. I can't get in the car without Haley wanting to go swim now!!!!" - Jennifer Sterling, Owner of Haley |
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"We were very concerned about the quality of life for our
boxer Jasper following serious OCD knee surgery. He was only a year
old. He was losing muscle tone fast, becoming stiff and more reluctant
to put his full weight on his weaker leg. We were afraid our lively,
happy dog would never be the same.
Our veterinary surgeon recommended Cutting Edge K9 Rehab. Trish got Jasper right into the pool, despite the enormous challenge encouraging our reluctant swimmer into the water. After just a few weeks, I was stunned by the huge improvement. Within two months, it was almost impossible to tell that Jasper ever had surgery in the first place. Trish's excellent care and encouragement made all the difference. Jasper is once again a happy, energetic boy making boxer mischief. I never thought it would happen - he actually looks forward to his fun time in the pool." - Gayle Falkenthal and Ted Thompson, Owners of Jasper |
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"My 12 year old Shepherd had major surgery, lost 20 pounds and couldn't stand or walk. After 3 water sessions she gained the mobility and strength to walk again. She gained confidence and stability during the following sessions and is now able to climb stairs! It has been very exciting to see the life and energy return to Sugar's eyes and body!! She looks forward to going swimming!" - Teri Gault, Owner of Sugar and Healthy Hound Canine Treats |
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"Bruzer's leg was just dangling from his body. He was fearful of the water and had never swam. Both of us were apprehensive about the water, but we knew we had to do something to bring his leg back. He slapped the water and was pretty frantic initially...but Trish had him calmed down; swimming with direction within 10 minutes! He began weight bearing after his 1st session !!!! I couldn't believe how well he used his leg in the water and how quickly he overcame his fear!" - David, Owner of Bruzer |
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"In mid July Gina suffered an embolism while playing in the park. She was totally paralyzed (no movement, minimal reflex) on her entire right side. We were on the point of putting her to sleep. On the suggestion of our veterinarian, Dr. Greg Kortz, we started her on swim and electric-stim therapy with Trish in early August. By early September, she had started to walk/stumble around again and by mid October she was 100% recovered. Great job Trish! - Gina owes her continued existence to you." - John Mellor, Owner of Gina |
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"We panicked when we learned our 2 year old lab needed
to undergo 2 ACL surgeries. We were told that it'd be a long (at
least 4 mos) and painful recovery. Trish and her canine therapy have
been a GODSEND! One of our biggest challenges was the restricted
activity after the surgeries. Casey was fully recovered from her 1st surgery in 3 mos. (not 4) and our vet remarked that he'd never seen a faster or stronger recovery. We are currently working on leg number 2. We had a delay in beginning rehab. (due to a number of factors) and although we are doing well; we can definitely see a marked diff. in the recovery process from the 1st surgery when we started rehab just a few weeks after the surgery." - Susi Hill, Owner of Casey |
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