Fur Ability Animal Rehabilitation Inc.

26/02/2025

Meet Griffin!

Griffin has been coming to Fur Ability for a while now. He was originally referred for back pain, but after a thorough assessment, we discovered the real issue—medial shoulder instability in his left shoulder. Unlike the typical degenerative cases seen in sports dogs, Griffin’s injury was traumatic, caused by running into a post. Remarkably, he showed no signs of pain, and his owner had no indication anything was wrong.

With a dedicated rehab plan, including strengthening exercises and regular check-ups, Griffin has made a fantastic recovery. He’s now regaining off-leash privileges, but interestingly, Tendiboots gait analysis revealed a subtle decrease in stride length on his left front leg. This data supports our plan to continue strengthening his shoulders and monitoring his progress.

Another great example of how objective data can enhance rehabilitation and long-term care!



Note: Ignore the stride number on the hind limbs—user error due to pressing the start button on the same leading leg for each reading.

25/02/2025

Exciting news!

We have a new tool in the clinic—Ekico Tendiboots. This advanced gait analysis system uses lightweight leg bands and just a 9-second walk to provide quick, accurate data on movement.

✔️ Pinpoints lameness early
✔️ Monitors recovery progress
✔️ Fast, simple, and non-invasive

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be rolling it out and trialing it. Stay tuned for updates.

Sherbet was excited to get bracelets and be the first to trial the system 💖

24/02/2025

Last call for orders. For treat n train or accessories.

Pre-Order Now: Treat & Train® Remote Reward Trainer

We’re looking to add a remote trainer to the clinic, so we’re putting together a pre-order to save you all some money too! The Treat & Train® is a remote-controlled reward system that uses positive reinforcement to teach your dog calm behavior, focus, and obedience—even in distracting situations. Perfect for home training, agility, obedience, and even service work.

Features:
✔ Trains through positive reinforcement
✔ Links treats to desired behaviors
✔ Remote works up to 100 feet away
✔ Extendable target wand for guided training
✔ Provides mental stimulation & exercise

Pre-Order Price: $210 + tax this includes shipping too (saving $100+ on RRP)
🔹 $50 deposit required to secure your order
🔹 Message us to order now! PM or email to [email protected]

If you are looking for accessories we may be able to add in the different size discs, replacement remotes and the carry case into the pre-order. Message us if you are looking for these

22/02/2025

Charlie's Jar 💖

I rarely get to see puppies in my work—rehab usually isn’t needed for baby dogs. Instead, I spend a lot of my days with adults and seniors, helping them stay fit, comfortable, and happy for as long as possible.

Charlie was one of those special souls. He came for palliative care, estimated to be at least 17 years old and starting to decline. But his parents were dedicated to keeping him comfortable, ensuring his golden years were filled with love and dignity. We were thinking weeks but rehab helped Charlie turn that into 9 bonus months of joy.

He was a sassy, vocal Jack Russell who lived for the liver treats in my clinic. His senility only made his love of food louder—quite literally!

Sadly, Charlie lost his fight in January. It was a long, heartbreaking month. I lost two of my own dogs, Charlie passed, my wonderful assistant lost her sweet boy, and four other patients crossed the rainbow bridge. Rehab means I spend so much time with my patients and their families—we become friends, and I become deeply attached.

So, imagine my surprise and gratitude when Charlie’s parents dropped off a huge gift bag, a beautiful thank-you filled with thoughtful gifts. Among them was a treat jar, in honor of Charlie’s legendary treat obsession. From that moment, I knew—I had to make sure everyone knew this was Charlie’s Jar, a gift of treats for my other patients.

I originally planned to get a label made but ended up getting a machine to make one myself. It’s not perfect, but it’s the first thing I made—and it’s made with love, in memory of Charlie.

17/02/2025

Pre-Order Now: Treat & Train® Remote Reward Trainer

We’re looking to add a remote trainer to the clinic, so we’re putting together a pre-order to save you all some money too! The Treat & Train® is a remote-controlled reward system that uses positive reinforcement to teach your dog calm behavior, focus, and obedience—even in distracting situations. Perfect for home training, agility, obedience, and even service work.

Features:
✔ Trains through positive reinforcement
✔ Links treats to desired behaviors
✔ Remote works up to 100 feet away
✔ Extendable target wand for guided training
✔ Provides mental stimulation & exercise

Pre-Order Price: $210 + tax this includes shipping too (saving $100+ on RRP)
🔹 $50 deposit required to secure your order
🔹 Message us to order now! PM or email to [email protected]

If you are looking for accessories we may be able to add in the different size discs, replacement remotes and the carry case into the pre-order. Message us if you are looking for these

14/02/2025

💘 Happy Valentine's Day 💘
Tony came today and asked if I'd be his Valentine. Obviously I agreed look at that handsome boy 🥰

31/12/2024

Reflecting on 2024: A Year of Growth and Gratitude

Wow—what an incredible year it's been for Fur Ability Animal Rehabilitation! When I think back to where we started, as a mobile and part-time service, it's amazing to see how far we've come. This year, we made the exciting leap to a custom rehabilitation clinic and transitioned to full-time care.

I cannot thank you enough for your unwavering support, positive feedback, and recommendations. Word of mouth has been the most powerful and heartfelt advertisement I could ever ask for. Every client and their beloved pets have left a mark on my heart. Seeing them grow more comfortable, confident, and happy is truly the greatest reward.

As a small, locally owned, and new business, your trust has meant everything to me. This year, I've had the privilege to treat a wide range of cases—paralysis recovery, sports dog maintenance, mysterious lameness, wound healing, pain checks for dogs with behavioral issues, and so much more.

I've also been blessed to foster new friendships, build incredible professional relationships with vets and clinics, and fall even more in love with what I do.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Here's to continuing to help your beloved animals thrive in 2025! 🐾💛

21/12/2024

🎄 Merry Christmas! 🎄

Thank you all for your support this year! It’s been an amazing year, and we truly appreciate the trust, kindness, and positive feedback from each of you.

We will be closed from 21st December to 29th December to enjoy Christmas with our family. We’ll reopen on 30th December.

Wishing you and your furry friends a wonderful Christmas filled with love, joy, and special moments. We look forward to seeing you soon!

19/12/2024

Friendly Reminder

As we celebrate the holiday season with all its delicious nut-based treats, we’d like to remind you that our clinic is a nut-free space.

Due to severe allergies and a couple of near misses recently, we feel the need to reshare our guidelines:

Please avoid consuming peanuts or tree nuts within one hour of your appointment.

Do not bring any nut-based treats or snacks into the clinic.

We truly appreciate your cooperation in keeping our space safe for all.

07/12/2024

Meet our three beagle brigade!
Rehabilitated, and ready to conquer the world—one comfy nap at a time. 💤
After their initial assessments, they're all set to be as healthy as can be… but don't expect much action. Post-rehab vibes 😴
Health issues? Pfft, they're just adding 'extra character!' for this squad ❤️

19/11/2024

Out with the old and in with the new... except for Polo. 🐾 She wasn’t having any of the new pretty purple treatment mat and insisted on keeping the old one on top. Princess and the pea vibes. 👑💖

18/11/2024

Nailed it! 🤣🤣 Not quite Dexter, you're supposed to be pivoting around the wobble cushion to strengthen those hind limbs, but hey, overachieving in true fashion and perching on it like a pro! 🐾 Look at that proud face! 💪

13/11/2024

Meet Tony!

Tony is working on overcoming his anxiety with the help of Dr Ashton a local vet specializing in behavior. To make sure pain isn’t a factor, he had his first appointment yesterday. He did amazingly well in our low-stress clinic, allowing a full exam and showing off his sweet, cuddly side.

And yes, that's really how much fur gets left behind after I've massaged the ouchies out!

We’re proud of you, Tony. Here’s to feeling better and learning to take on the world one cozy nap at a time.

11/11/2024

In honor of all those that served and served today.

We will remember

31/10/2024

Happy howl-o-ween
Hope you got all the treats and none of the tricks 😄
Show me your spooky puppy pictures 🖤☠️🎃🐾🐾

24/10/2024

Who doesn't love a black Greyhound 🖤🖤🖤
Sad fact they are usually the last adopted
Polo however landed on her paws when she retired and got a lovely home in NS. She's now a "few" years older and was having some mobility issues. Her mom even built her a polo-vater (elevator for Polos) to help her with stairs.
She came in for an assessment as there was no reason found on radiographs or blood work for her struggles.
She did great but needed her bed to help her feel settled so we brought it in. She curled up and enjoyed her exam and treatment (but refused the lamb lung treat! Not a fan!)
Luckily Polo was found to have a muscle injury which with time we can improve and let her live her best greyhound life with some unfashionable help in the form of a help em up harness.

18/10/2024

Happy Friday! 🎉 Hope your doggos get to enjoy a walk through some crunchy leaves this weekend. Chester had a great afternoon in the fall weather after his treatment. As an older boy with hind limb weakness, he hasn’t played much lately, so his parents snapped this pic to celebrate him feeling good enough to play again. He picked his favorite toy and had a blast exploring around the yard. Happy tears may have occurred! 💓💓💓

14/10/2024

Happy Thanksgiving to you all
May you all have a day where you can manage to be half as relaxed as Merlin 😊❤️