Pawsio

06/19/2026

Building Better Movement: Teaching the Backup

Backing up is more than a cool trick. It helps dogs develop rear end awareness, coordination, balance, and body control, all of which are important foundations for conditioning work and everyday movement.

In this clip, we start with the basics and gradually progress to controlled backup steps and ramp work to build confidence and precision along the way. Many dogs naturally lead with their front end, while the rear end trails behind like an unsupervised shopping cart. Exercises like this help dogs learn where all four feet are and how to move their bodies with intention.

Whether you have a sport dog, a senior dog, or simply want to improve your dog’s movement and confidence, this is a great foundational exercise to add to your routine.

06/17/2026

Building Better Movement: Sphinx Downs & Accordion Stands

This exercise focuses on controlled transitions, body awareness, and full-body coordination.

For the sphinx down, we want the dog lowering into a square, tucked position with the front legs neatly aligned beneath them, like the Sphinx of Giza calmly supervising the desert

To return to standing, the goal is an accordion stand where the dog rises in one smooth motion instead of lifting the front end first or unfolding in pieces. The body compresses and expands together, creating a balanced, efficient movement pattern.

These exercises help build core strength, coordination, rear end awareness, and cleaner movement mechanics while encouraging dogs to stay thoughtful and controlled through transitions.

Foundational work like this can benefit sport dogs, active companions, seniors, and dogs participating in conditioning or rehabilitation programs.

06/03/2026

Building Better Movement: Rock Back Sits & Pull Forward Stands

This exercise is all about controlled weight shifts and intentional movement.

In the rock back sit, the rear feet stay planted while the dog shifts their weight backward onto the hind end, with the front feet stepping back to guide the movement.

To return to standing, the front feet step forward and “pull” the dog back up, while the rear feet remain anchored in place. Think of the front end as the engine and the rear end as the brakes.

These transitions help develop rear end awareness, coordination, balance, and strength while encouraging dogs to move with precision instead of collapsing into positions.

Foundational exercises like these can benefit sport dogs, active companions, seniors, and dogs working through conditioning or rehabilitation programs.

05/26/2026

🌊 Pool Hours Update 🌊

Starting in June, our pool hours will be changing to better accommodate our summer schedule and demand for Hydrotherapy and Recreational appointments.

Please take a moment to review the updated hours before booking your next swim session. If you have any questions about bookings or availability, feel free to reach out!

05/22/2026

Did you know? Cynthia is a human Physiotherapist, and is currently accepting new clients! For more information about the human side of physio, send her an email to [email protected]

05/08/2026

Some exciting behind-the-scenes news:

Our current location is officially on the market! This move is part of our long-term growth plans and will allow us to better serve our clients, expand what we offer, and build an even stronger future.

We’re excited for the next chapter and look forward to bringing you along with us.

402 Highlandview Road, Moncton, New Brunswick E1A2L3

04/17/2026

We’re happy to support Atlas Alternative Vet Care and this great new partnership. Offering Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (VSMT) at our facility is another step toward providing more comprehensive care options for pets in our community.

We’re looking forward to working together!

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🐾NEW LOCATION ALERT 🐶🐱

We have PAWESOME news for dog and cat owners! In addition to providing Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy (VSMT) — most commonly known as Veterinary Chiropractic — at Adeline Animal Hospital (select dates), Atlas Alternative Vet Care will now be offering VSMT treatments at Pawsio Canine Rehabilitation Facility (402 Highlandview Rd, Moncton, NB) on select dates! I am thrilled about this partnership and look forward to working with them. Keep an eye on this page for upcoming dates!

Bookings are to be made directly through Atlas Alternative Vet Care, either by Facebook messenger or by e-mail at: [email protected]

🐾NOUVEAU LOCAL🐶🐱

Bonne nouvelle pour propriétaires de chiens et chats! En plus d’offrir des traitements de manipulation vertébrale vétérinaire (VSMT) — plutôt connu sous le nom de chiropratique vétérinaire — chez Adeline Animal Hospital (dates pré-déterminées), Atlas Alternative Vet Care va maintenant offrir des traitements VSMT au centre de réhabilitation canine Pawsio (402 Highlandview Rd, Moncton, NB) sur des dates prédéterminées! Je suis très contente de cette affiliation et j’ai hâte de collaborer avec eux. Gardez un oeil sur cette page pour dates à venir!

La prise de rendez-vous doit être faite avec Atlas Alternative Vet Care, par sois Facebook Messenger ou par courriel: [email protected]

04/16/2026

Did you know?

Cynthia Babineau is a member of the Animal Rehabilitation Association of Canada. ARAC members all hold a degree in the science of Physical Therapy. Physiotherapists are uniquely trained with the skills and knowledge to help restore and maximize a patient’s function following injury, surgery, or a chronic condition.

Learn more about the ARAC here: https://animalrehabcanada.ca/find-an-animal-rehab-clinic-therapist/clinic-physio-locations-in-canada/ -tb_cyf1174-2

04/04/2026

We're excited to be part of this FREE educational opportunity! Thank you Moncton Kennel Club for inviting Cynthia and arranging space for this event

Moncton Kennel Club is pleased to have Pawsio deliver a seminar on: Conditioning your dog for the show ring!

The seminar will cover enhancing performance through:
🐾 muscle strengthening
🐾 building endurance
🐾 flexibility and motion
🐾 balance and coordination
🐾 pain management/behavioural comfort
🐾 focus and confidence

Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026
Time: 6:30 to 8:15 p.m.
Cost: FREE!
Location: Lutz Mountain Heritage Centre
3143 Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB

**This is a human only seminar attendance. Please leave your canine companion at home.

There will be demonstration dogs to show the various exercises.

About: Pawsio provides non-invasive rehabilitation and conditioning to improve dogs' mobility, strength, and quality of life in a nurturing, supportive environment for both dogs and their owners.