Toronto Veterinary Rehabilitation Centre

04/27/2026

Totally agree! This is not the first piece of equipment that you should be reaching for at the beginning of a rehab journey!

I am deeply concerned about the growing trend of canine physiotherapists using wobble cushions online. A quick search of Tiktok or Instagram and you’ll see dogs jumping straight onto unstable equipment because it looks fun and eye-catching.

Starting a dog on unstable surfaces too early is not good conditioning or rehab.

Without a solid foundation of strength, control and body awareness, dogs will overcompensate. Instead of activating the correct muscles, dogs often shift weight and brace through the wrong areas just to stay upright. This reinforces poor movement patterns, whether the dog is recovering from injury or simply training. The sudden shift of a wobble cushion can cause unnecessary strain on joints and soft tissue injuries.

No 20-second viral video is going to teach a skill that requires proper training. You need to build foundations, work on proprioception, and then start to challenge balance.

Wobble cushions have their place in physiotherapy, but they’re not a toy and shouldn’t be a trend.

04/24/2026

Big congratulations to Jenna on completing her CHPT certification! 🎉

CHPT (Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Technician) is a meaningful and specialized certification focused on providing compassionate, comfort-centered care for patients with life-limiting conditions. It reflects advanced knowledge in pain management, quality of life support, and helping both patients and their families navigate difficult stages with empathy and dignity.
We’re so happy to have Jenna bring this level of care and dedication to our team… and also slightly in awe of the ever-growing number of letters behind her name. At this rate, we may need to upgrade her business cards. 😉

We are so proud of you Jenna! 🩷
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04/20/2026

This Veterinary Receptionist Week, we’re celebrating the incredible women who are the heart and first point of contact at Toronto Veterinary Rehabilitation Centre 💙

✨ Allie, Bre, and Erika ✨

They are so much more than friendly faces at the front desk:
• They guide our clients through what can often feel like overwhelming moments
• They ensure every pet’s journey starts with compassion and clarity
• They keep our days running smoothly behind the scenes (no small task!)
• They advocate for our patients and support our entire team every single day

In a rehab setting, where clients are often navigating post-surgical recovery, chronic pain, or neurologic disease, their role is everything. They listen, reassure, organize, and care—deeply.

We are endlessly grateful for the empathy, patience, and dedication you bring to our clinic. Our patients and their people are better because of you.

💬 If you’ve interacted with Allie, Bre, or Erika, we’d love for you to share a kind word below!

04/05/2026

Hope the Easter Bunny is good to you!! 🐰🐣