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ARC - Animal Rehabilitation Centre

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Specialising in canine and equine rehabilitation, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, and recovery support.

29/10/2026

💪🐾FIRST UNDERWATER TREADMILL SESSION 💪🐾

For a lot of dogs, getting into the underwater treadmill for the first time can be a bit nerve racking. Here at ARC we slowly introduce dogs to this new experience with lots of patience & positive reinforcement to allow for the dog to get the best of these sessions that they can!

Think your dog might benefit from this? Call us on 5976 1069 or book a consult at: https://clientportal.zandahealth.com/clientportal/d5721661-7028-4d17-9b99-5d96e198933d/home

16/10/2026

🔴 LET’S TALK LASER THERAPY! 🐾

Did you know that laser therapy can be a valuable tool in your pet’s rehabilitation journey?

✨ What is laser therapy?

Laser therapy, also known as photobiomodulation, uses specific wavelengths of light to interact with cells within the body. This helps stimulate cellular processes involved in tissue repair and recovery.

🔬 How does it work?

The light energy is absorbed by cellular components, helping support cellular energy production and influence biological processes involved in healing. Depending on the settings used and the condition being treated, laser therapy may help to:

🐶 Reduce pain by influencing pain-related processes
🔥 Manage inflammation in affected tissues
💪 Support tissue healing following injury or surgery
🦴 Improve comfort and mobility in animals experiencing musculoskeletal conditions

💚 How can laser therapy help your pet?

Laser therapy may be incorporated into rehabilitation plans for animals recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, experiencing soft tissue injuries or dealing with other musculoskeletal conditions. It is a non-invasive treatment and is often well tolerated by our furry patients!

🏥 We offer laser therapy at the Animal Rehabilitation Centre!

At ARC, we tailor our rehabilitation plans to each animal’s individual needs. Laser therapy may be used alongside physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and targeted exercise programs to support your pet’s recovery and help them get back to doing what they love.

📍 Based in Boneo, we’re here to help your four-legged family members move more comfortably and live their best lives.

📩 Get in touch with our team to find out whether laser therapy could be suitable for your pet!

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07/10/2026

WHAT ACTUALLY HAPPENS IN A PHYSIOTHERAPY ASSESSMENT FOR A DOG?

Ever wondered what a physiotherapy assessment on a dog actually looks like? Take a look at Bobby getting his assessment here! A canine physiotherapy assessment is much like a human assessment!

We analyse gait and functional movements, we look at range of motion and palpation. We include treatments like massage and laser therapy and then prescribe exercises that address the deficits we find.

If you think your dog might benefit from detailed analysis and a targeted treatment plan with a qualified physiotherapist you can book in here at https://clientportal.zandahealth.com/clientportal/d5721661-7028-4d17-9b99-5d96e198933d or call us on 5976 1069

27/08/2026

🌿 NATURAL JOINT SUPPLEMENTS FOR DOGS 🐾

Looking for ways to support your dog's joints naturally? There are a number of nutraceutical ingredients commonly used to support joint health — but it's important to remember that supplements aren't a replacement for appropriate exercise, nutrition, weight management or veterinary care.
Some commonly used ingredients include:
🦪 Green-lipped mussel (GLM)�A natural source of omega-3 fatty acids and other compounds that may help support healthy joints and a normal inflammatory response.
🌱 Turmeric / Curcumin�Curcumin is a naturally occurring compound in turmeric that is commonly included in joint-support products for its anti-inflammatory properties.
🐟 Omega-3 fatty acids�EPA and DHA, commonly sourced from fish oil, can support healthy inflammatory pathways and are frequently included in joint-support diets and supplements.
🦴 Glucosamine & Chondroitin�These compounds are naturally associated with cartilage and connective tissue and are commonly included in canine joint-support formulas.

Here at ARC we have several products that include these amazing ingredients which all contribute to canine bone health! Order online or purchase in-store! https://www.mparc.com.au/shop-online/

16/07/2026

🐾 Let’s Talk Harnesses & Your Dog’s Anatomy 🐾

Did you know that the style of harness your dog wears can influence how they move?

A dog’s shoulder is very different to ours. The scapula (shoulder blade) is designed to glide freely as your dog walks, runs and plays 🐕

Some harness designs, such as Norwegian-style harnesses, have straps that sit across the front of the chest and shoulder region. This may restrict the natural movement of the scapula and limit your dog’s stride.

A well-designed harness, such as a Y-front or H-front style, allows more freedom around the shoulder area while still providing support and control.

When choosing a harness, consider:
✔️ Where the straps sit on your dog’s body
✔️ Whether your dog can move their front legs freely
✔️ Whether their natural walking pattern is maintained

Every dog is unique, and the “best” harness depends on your individual dog’s shape, size and needs. We use a Y front harness in this video and the Ruffwear Frontrange or Flagline are our usual recommendations. Not sure what will best suit your dog? Come see us for expert advice and harness fittings!

02/07/2026

🐴 Dynamic Mobilisation Exercises in Equine Physiotherapy 🐴

Dynamic Mobilisation Exercises (DME) are a simple but powerful way to improve your horse’s strength, posture, flexibility, and overall performance. DME exercises have been shown to activate spinal stabilisers including the mulitfidis muscle and the deep abdominals. Activation of these muscles and completion of these exercises on a regular basis (3 days a week) also improve the dynamic stability of the spine during locomotion.
DME stretches include:
- Head between the front legs (ensure they dont lean back into a 'downward dog', this is more of a 'camel stretch' for an abdominal lift and thoracolumbar flexion of the spine
- Head down and around toward the hock for lateral flexion of the lumbosacral spine

Watch Cuz complete his DMEs for today! Based on clinical assessment, this could be one of the many exercise we prescribe to your horse too.

If you think your horse may benefit from an assessment, contact us on [email protected] or 0407 512 154

25/06/2026

NEW EQUINE REHAB CLIENT

Meet Lily! A beautiful 6 year old OTT mare from Herd Harmony . Lily will be staying onsite here at ARC for 6 weeks of rehabilitation. This will include a Physiotherapy assessment, daily therapy such as massage, activation exercises and a walking program. Stay tuned for updates as we are excited to see the progress we make with this sweet girl!

08/06/2026

At ARC, rehabilitation is about more than simply walking on the underwater treadmill. Every session is carefully adjusted to suit the individual patient, their condition, and where they are in their recovery journey.

While the underwater treadmill is a fantastic tool for improving strength, movement, fitness, and confidence, rehabilitation is rarely a straight line. As patients progress through recovery, we often need to make small adjustments or additions to help them continue improving safely and effectively.

These adjustments can include:
• Small weights on the legs to encourage stability and help improve stride length
• Support bands around the hind legs to assist muscle activation and movement
• Toe-up supports to help patients who drag or knuckle their paws improve paw placement
• Changes to water height, treadmill speed, incline, or session length
• Additional Physiotherapy exercises to target specific weaknesses or movement patterns

Every patient responds differently to rehabilitation. Some progress quickly, while others need more support, encouragement, or changes along the way. Our goal is always to adapt each program to the individual patient and provide the best possible support throughout their recovery journey.

Rehabilitation is not just about exercise, it’s about understanding how each patient moves and making the right adjustments at the right time.

Checkout some examples in how me might make changes to treadmill sessions.

01/06/2026

Meet Trueman💙✨

When Trueman first visited us in October 2025, his family had been told that euthanasia may be the only option. After suddenly losing strength in all four limbs, struggling with balance, tripping during walks and collapsing at times, his future looked uncertain.

But from the very beginning, Trueman still had quality of life, determination, and a family willing to fight for him. Our team believed rehabilitation was worth pursuing. Weekly underwater treadmill sessions and regular Physiotherapy became the focus of his treatment plan.

At his initial sessions, Trueman fatigued quickly, struggled with coordination, and often left his hind limbs behind while walking in the treadmill.

Fast forward several months, and the change has been incredible.

By November, his owners were already noticing huge improvement.
By late November he was described as back to his old self, with minimal knuckling and a family so happy with his progress.
By early this year, Trueman has been enjoying beach walks, improving his strength, and consistently tolerating longer underwater treadmill sessions.

Today, Trueman continues to work hard with weekly hydrotherapy and Physiotherapy support. While he still has challenges at times, he is stronger, happier, and continuing to exceed expectations every step of the way.

Stories like Trueman’s are why we do what we do. Rehabilitation cannot always cure neurological disease, but with the right support, many dogs can regain strength, confidence, mobility, and most importantly, quality of life.

Keep kicking goals, Trueman 💙

14/05/2026

🐴🐴 HIND LIMB ACTIVATION EXERCISE 🐴🐴

The three-legged diagonal push is an exercise we prescribe to a number of our equine clients to target hind limb activation. When gentle pressure is applied the front limb, diagonal weight shift occurs at the hind limb muscles including the gluteus medius and bicep femoris. It also encourages:
- Weight shifting without losing posture
- Activate the core to prevent collapsing through the back
- Stabilise the shoulders and pelvis
- Coordination between the front and hind limbs for balance and proprioception

This is one of many exercises we prescribe as a part of the rehabilitation process for many of the horses we see. Do you think your horse could benefit from hind limb strength? Call us on 5976 1069 or email at [email protected] and we can come to you for an assessment! 💪 💪 💪

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Boneo, VIC
3939

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	11am - 7pm
Friday	8am - 12pm
Saturday	8am - 2pm

Telephone

0359761069

Website

http://www.mparc.com.au/

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