Testimonials: Working Dogs

Kaci

"We really appreciate the knowledge and friendliness of the staff at CARE. Dr. Waldman seems to have made an excellent diagnosis and therapy plan."

M.M., June 2010

Shelby

"I am completely satisfied with the care and rehab Shelby has received. She exceeded all expectations I thought she would have in such a short time. Shelby is now ready to go back into the show ring and start winning. All thanks to CARE."

M.L.

Recent Update about Shelby:
Wanted to say Thank You for all your support and rehab care for Shelby after her TPLO knee surgery. On June 7, 2009 Shelby went back into the show ring and won Best In Show at a Great Dane only show. She beat the number one and number two Great Dane's in the Nation. So with her new title she is now BISS (Best In Specialty Show) CH Surfside Lera Shell Seeker aka Shelby. She has passed all her health tests and will be bred this year. We will stop by and visit soon. Shelby just turned 3 years old.
Hope you are all doing well!
Thanks So Much,
M.L., June 2009

Tinkerbell

"The worst day of my life was 3/20/08 when my miniature dachshund, Tinkerbell sustained a T12-13 disc rupture and became paralyzed. She was treated surgically and recovered well but still had residual functional defeats. Sure, she is a very accomplished and fierce competitor in the obedience show ring; I wanted her to have every opportunity for maximum recovery.

As a nurse with a strong rehab background I knew she needed expert help. CARE Animal Rehabilitation was the answer to a dream. From the initial evaluation through her extensive rehab center based and home progress, my little girl made amazing progress. The staff are professional, compassionate, caring and ever knowledgeable about breed and species characteristics and needs so that a completely individualized program can be developed and modified as needed for each patient. Dietary and food supplement modifications are also a strong component of the program presenting a true blend of the medical and holistic approaches to treatment. I am totally committed to continuing on at home program, to maintain her going, and also have had my second dachshund, Romeo, also a show, evaluated and started on a home program to prevent an injury like Tinkerbell suffered.

Thank you CARE Rehabilitation Staff.
Tinkerbell & Romeo thank you, too!!"    

P.R.H., Feb 2009

Pickle the Pirate

"When Pickle the Pirate (so named because he only has one eye) came up lame at an agility trial this year I was devastated. We were embarking on our goal to make the IFCS World Team and although they allow one eyed dogs they do not allow three legged dogs. After many trips to the vet with x-rays, bone scans and MRI’s we were referred to CARE. The staff at CARE took time to get to know Pickle and I and understand our needs. I didn’t just want Pickle to walk again; I wanted him to win agility trials!

The massage and stretching exercises were designed specifically for Pickle and I did them religiously. I saw an improvement immediately. Pickle’s favorite part about CARE was the underwater treadmill.

Thank you CARE, for putting Pickle back on the podium!!!

Pickle the Pirate’s Accomplishments, thanks to CARE:

2nd Place - 2007 Purina Incredible Dog Challenge 60 Weave Pole Race
4th Place – 2007 USDAA Grand Prix of Agility Finals
3rd Place – 2007 IFCS World Team Qualifier
1st Place – 2008 USDAA Regional Grand Prix Qualifier
1st Place – 2008 USDAA Regional Steeplechase Qualifier"

A.N.