Cold, wet weather isnโt just a nuisance for usโit can seriously impact your dogโs physical and mental well-being. At ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฌ-๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฌ-๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ, our ๐๐๐ญ ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฆ bridges the gap when outdoor exercise isnโt an option. Hereโs why indoor activity matters:
Dogs need daily movementโnot just for weight management, but for:
โ Joint Health โ Sedentary days can worsen arthritis or stiffness, especially in seniors.
โ Stress Relief โ Pent-up energy leads to anxiety, chewing, or hyperactivity.
โ Cognitive Function โ Without stimulation, dogs get bored (just like we do!).
How Our Pet Active Gym Works
Weโre not just a play spaceโwe offer structured, species-appropriate exercise:
โข Low-Impact Treadmills โ Safe for all ages, ideal for conditioning.
โข Agility Elements โ Improves coordination and confidence.
โข Supervised Sessions โ Our team tailorsโ workouts to your dogโs breed, age, and fitness level.
Who Benefits Most?
๐ High-Energy Breeds (e.g., Border Collies, Labs) โ Prevents destructive behaviors.
๐ฆฎ Recovering Pets โ Controlled movement aids rehab.
๐ฉ Senior Dogs โ Gentle workouts maintain mobility.
Donโt let weather dictate your dogโs health. Book a PET ACTIVE GYM session today and turn rainy days into growth opportunities!
Today, we honour the ๐ฎ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ง๐ ๐ก๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฌ ๐จ๐ ๐๐ง๐ข๐ฆ๐๐ฅ ๐ก๐๐๐ฅ๐ญ๐ก - ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐๐๐๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ -whose precision and expertise in diagnostics and lab work make our jobs as ๐ฏ๐๐ญ ๐ฉ๐ก๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ฌ possible!
๐ฌ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ฎ๐ฅ ๐ซ๐๐ก๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง is a vet techโs critical work:
โ๏ธ Diagnosing conditions that guide our physio plans,
โ๏ธ Monitoring bloodwork & imaging to track progress,
โ๏ธ Ensuring lab results help us tailor therapies (like laser or hydrotherapy),
โ๏ธ Safeguarding herd health so animals stay strong from the inside out!
๐๐จ ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ง๐ญ ๐ฏ๐๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐๐ซ๐ฒ ๐ญ๐๐๐ก๐ง๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ ๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ๐ - thank you for being the backbone of animal care! Your expertise in diagnostics and lab work allows us to focus on ๐ฆ๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ, ๐ซ๐๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ๐ฒ, ๐๐ง๐ ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ ๐จ๐ ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐, ensuring the best outcomes for our patients.
๐ง ๐ช ๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค ๐ฆ๐๐ค๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฆ ๐ฐ๐จ๐ซ๐ค in veterinary medicine!
17/04/2025
๐พ Easter Paws & Relaxation ๐
Weโre hopping off for the Easter weekend to recharge and spend time with our furry (and human) families! ๐ถ๐ฑ๐
Our practice will be closed from Good Friday and reopen on Tuesday, 22nd April 2025. For any urgent concerns, please leave us a message, and weโll get back to you as soon as we return.
Wishing you and your pets a safe, happy, and treat-filled Easter! ๐ฅ๐พ
โ The Paws-itive Paws-abilities Team
17/04/2025
๐พ Evaluations are officially underway! ๐พ
This past Sunday, we kicked off our TOP Dogs - Therapy Dogs evaluations in the East Rand, and the energy super awesome
A huge shoutout to all the dedicated handlers and their incredible dogsโyour hard work and teamwork are already shining through.
Stay tuned for more updates, and to those still preparing: Youโve got this! Letโs make this journey unforgettable.
15/04/2025
๐ Happy Birthday, Giepie! ๐
Today is a pawsome day because itโs Giepieโs birthday! ๐พ๐
Whether heโs chasing his favorite ball, getting extra treats, or snoozing in his favorite spot โ Giepie, we hope your day is filled with tail wags, belly rubs, and tons of love!
From all of us, weโre wishing you and your family the best birthday ever! ๐ฆดโค
15/04/2025
๐พ CGC Certification Day โ 6 April, 2025
A huge thank you to Judge Sharon Hartman for her expert evaluation and to all the dedicated pet parents for their unwavering support. The dogs truly shone, showcasing their training and good citizenship. ๐ถ๐
14/04/2025
๐พ Paws & Boots โ Dog Park & Dog Walk Club Launching at Playful Houndy Clubview ๏ฟฝ๐
Join us for very special launch day at Playful Houndy Clubview.
๐ Saturday, 17 May 2025
๐ 10:00 AM โ 3:00 PM
๐ 211 End Street, Clubview
๐๏ธ R50 per person โ Dogs & kids enter FREE!
๐ณ Event is Cashless
Why come? Because Paws & Boots โ Dog Park & Dog Walk Club and Playful Houndy Clubview are teaming up to create the ultimate weekend adventure for you and canine companion!
๐ Amazing Goodie Bags for early arrivals!
๐ Loads of Spot Prizes throughout the day!
๐ One BIG Prize up for grabsโjust pop your entry ticket into the big bowl!
Itโs going to be a fun-filled day for the whole family Expect:
๐ Food stalls
๐ฅค Drinks stalls
๐๏ธ Pet product stalls
๐ถ Entertainment
๐ Freebies
๐ SOOOOO MANY DOGGIES!
See you there! ๏ฟฝ๐๐ถ
11/04/2025
Friday FUN๐จ
Say hello to our team - reimagined as vibrant cartoon characters! From quirky expressions to superhero vibes, these avatars capture the spirit (and maybe a little extra โจ) of our amazing team.
Whoโs your favourite? Drop a ๐ฅ in the comments!
-itive Paws-abilities
08/04/2025
๐ From Electrotherapy to Pet Active Gym โ We Stop at Nothing! ๐พ๐ช
At Paws-itive Paws-abilities, weโre not just about recoveryโweโre about unlocking your petโs full potential!
With every session, we:
๐น Personalize their care โ No two pets are the same, so we tailor every treatment to their unique needs.
๐น Boost strength & mobility โ Whether itโs post-surgery rehab or fitness conditioning, we help them move better, play harder, and live happier.
๐น Speed up recovery โ Advanced electrotherapy, laser, and hydrotherapy reduce pain and accelerate healing.
๐น Build confidence โ Our Pet Active Gym isnโt just exerciseโitโs fun, engaging, and empowers your pet to thrive!
๐น Track progress โ We measure results so you can see real improvements in their health and happiness.
We are the Centre of Excellence in pet rehab and fitness because your pet deserves nothing less than the best.
๐ Give your pet the gift of strength, mobility, and joyโbook a session today!
083 566 7009 [email protected]
๐๐ข๐ฌ๐๐จ๐ฏ๐๐ซ ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐ฑ๐๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ง๐๐ฐ ๐๐๐๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐๐ฌ:
๐งบ ๐ ๐๐ฏ๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ญ๐ ๐ฉ๐ข๐๐ง๐ข๐ ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ญ๐ฌ - Perfect for relaxing with your dogs.
โณ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐๐-๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐จ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ฌ๐๐ฌ - Watch your unleash those hidden talents
๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐ฌ๐จ๐๐ข๐๐ฅ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง ๐ฌ๐ฉ๐๐๐๐ฌ - Designed for worry-free play
๐.๐. More announcements coming soon... ๐ Who's ready?
Start Making your bookings
Contact us today
083 566 7009
04/04/2025
๐๐พ From First Steps to Confident Puppies! ๐พ๐
Watch our adorable graduates celebrate their journeyโfrom wobbly first steps to playful, well-socialized stars! ๐๐ถ Our puppy socialization class builds confidence, good manners, and strong bondsโone paw at a time!
It's not too late to join the best puppy class.
๐ Next class starts Tomorrow 5th April 2025
Give your puppy the best start in life. Enroll today!
03/04/2025
๐จ Donโt Miss Out on the Future of Canine Fitness! ๐จ
Letโs talk about the elephant in the roomโyes, the CCFT certification is an investment, but hereโs the truth: NOT getting certified could cost you WAY more in the long run.
Hereโs Whatโs Happening in the Canine Industry Right Now:
๐ฅ Pet parents are actively searching for experts who offer more than basic training or rehabโthey want proven fitness solutions to extend their dogโs lifespan and excel in their field of activity or sport.
๐ฅ Your competitors are already adapting. By November, CCFT Students will be starting new career and business opportunities that will give them an advantage in the industry.
๐ฅ Internationally demand for Qualified Canine Fitness Trainers are skyrocketing and South Africa will surely follow the same route, This is your golden opportunity to capitalize on this demand.
What Youโre REALLY Paying For:
โ Lifetime access to cutting-edge techniques (not just another "course")
โ Credibility to charge premium rates
โ First-mover advantage in SAโs untapped canine fitness market
โ Business tools to attract high-paying clients immediately
The REAL Question Isnโt "Can I Afford This?"โItโs "Can I Afford to MISS This?"
๐ Program Dates: 16 - 18 November 2025
๐ Donโt waitโsecure your spot NOW before itโs too late!
At ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฌ-๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฌ-๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ, we believe in ๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ -๐๐๐ ๐, ๐ฌ๐๐ข๐๐ง๐๐-๐๐๐๐ค๐๐ ๐ซ๐๐ก๐๐ to help your canine companion move better, recover faster, and live happier lives. Thatโs why we ๐ญ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ซ๐๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ the ๐๐ง๐๐๐ซ๐ฐ๐๐ญ๐๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ (๐๐๐) - a game-changer for dogs in rehab and fitness!
Watching a dog rediscover the joy of movement? Thatโs why we love our Underwater Treadmill (UWT)!
๐ถ ๐๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฅ๐ ๐จ๐ง ๐๐จ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ, ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ก ๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐๐ค๐ง๐๐ฌ๐ฌ โ Buoyancy supports sore hips/knees while resistance builds strength.
๐ฅ ๐๐๐ซ๐ฆ ๐๐๐ญ๐๐ซ = ๐๐๐ฉ๐ฉ๐ฒ ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐๐ฅ๐๐ฌ โ Eases stiffness, boosts circulation, and speeds recovery.
โก ๐๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ญ๐จ๐ฆ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ โ We adjust water depth, speed, and temp for their unique needs.
๐๐๐ซ๐๐๐๐ญ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ:
โข Post-surgery dogs (ACL, IVDD, hip surgeries...)
โข Senior dogs with arthritis
โข Weight loss & conditioning
Most of our patient canโt wait for their next session! (Seriouslyโask our regulars.)
28/03/2025
Troutwaters Cottage, you were everything we needed and more! ๐ฟ๐พ
Had the most amazing opportunity to switch off, breathe in the fresh country air, and just be with my two favourite adventurers, La-Fe & Zia. Long walks, lazy afternoons, and so many tail wagsโthis is what lifeโs all about.
As a business owner/veterinary physiotherapist, Iโm always reminding my clients (and myself!) how important it is to slow down, recharge, and let nature work its magicโfor both pets and pet parents.
Our puppy school students aren't just playing - they're ๐๐ฎ๐ข๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐๐ and learning ๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฅ ๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ ๐ฌ๐ค๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฌ!๐ Watch them grow, learn, and thrive in our Puppy Socialization Class starting on the 5th of April 2025
At Paws-itive Paws-abilities, we believe prevention is just as important as recovery โ which is why we recommend Pet Active Gym for ALL dogs, even if they seem perfectly healthy!
Hereโs Why Your Dog Needs It:
โ Prevents Future Injuries โ Just like humans, dogs need regular exercise to maintain muscle strength, joint health, and flexibility. A strong, agile dog is less likely to get injured!
โ Boosts Mental Stimulation โ A bored dog is a mischievous dog! Our PET ACTIVE GYM keeps their minds engaged with fun challenges, agility courses, and interactive play.
โ Supports Weight Management โ Keeping your dog at a healthy weight reduces stress on their joints and lowers the risk of obesity-related diseases.
โ Enhances Bonding & Obedience โ Structured play and training strengthen your connection and reinforce good behavior.
โ Early Detection of Issues โ Our experts can spot subtle changes in movement or behavior that might indicate an underlying problem before it becomes serious.
Healthy Today, Stronger Tomorrow!
Just because your dog seems fine doesnโt mean theyโre at their best. Pet Active Gym helps them thrive โ not just survive!
๐พ Ready to give your dog the gift of lifelong health?
๐ Call us: 083 566 7009
๐ง Email: [email protected]
Your puppyโs early weeks are critical for building a happy, well-socialized dog. Let us help you set them up for success! ๐ถ
Join our ๐ฃ๐จ๐ฃ๐ฃ๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐ข๐๐๐๐๐๐ญ๐๐ง๐๐ข๐ก ๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ฆ๐๐ฆ, specially designed for puppies aged ๐ดโ๐ญ๐ฎ ๐ช๐๐๐๐ฆ.
Starting ๐ฑ๐๐ต ๐๐ฝ๐ฟ๐ถ๐น ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ฎ๐ฑ, weโll help your puppy learn to:
โ Mix and mingle with other dogs
โ Build confidence in new environments
โ Develop lifelong social skills
This is more than just trainingโitโs about teaching puppies to become the best dogs who are ready to take on the world! ๐
โจ ๐ช๐๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐๐ก ๐จ๐ฆ
โข Expert guidance from our experienced trainer Heather Whitfield
โข Fun, safe, and positive learning environment
โข Tips and tricks to continue socializing at home
๐ ๐ฆ๐ฃ๐ข๐ง๐ฆ ๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ง๐๐โdonโt let your puppy miss out on this pawsome opportunity!
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Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation (also often referred to as Veterinary Physiotherapy) is the treatment of dysfunction in the musculoskeletal and neuro-muscular systems as well as the maintenance of optimal function and the prevention of dysfunction. Veterinary physiotherapists work alongside veterinary specialists and surgeons and the goal of our profession is to maintain, restore and maximise optimal movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan of an animal.
In general, most of the animals being referred for physiotherapy include horses, dogs and cats, but we are often we are fortunate to treat and array of other species as well.
What makes veterinary rehabilitation such an important aspect of the recovery process is patients that undergo surgery, such as fractures or ruptures of the cruciate ligament, or neurological conditions, have changes to cartilage, bone, muscle, tendons, and ligaments. For example, dogs may lose one-third of their muscle mass in the rear limbs following surgery for a cranial cruciate ligament rupture and it may take over one year to regain the lost muscle tissue. In some case, complete recovery may not occur.
The use of physical rehabilitation is based on the principle of Active Recovery. In abbreviated form, the body and injury will recover faster with controlled activity than with complete rest (passive recovery). Through controlled activity, tissues of the body maintain elasticity and higher levels of functioning. This is true of muscles as well as articular cartilage. Patients that are involved in physical rehabilitation tend to recover quicker, maintain more muscle mass and lose less motion of their joints. This translates into the patient returning to normal activities sooner than patients that use the passive recovery method.
Treatment ideally takes place in consultation with the animalโs veterinarian.
As with Physiotherapy for humans after surgery, trauma or injuries, the benefits of Physical Rehabilitation for animals are just as great. Benefits would include:
Increased speed of recovery
Positive psychological effects for the pet and owner
Improved performance and quality of movement
Increased strength and endurance
Improved biomechanics and flexibility
Reduced pain
Is a non-invasive approach
Minimal complications
Prevention of further injury through owner education
Common conditions that we see in Practice that benefit from Veterinary Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Hydrotherapy can be categorized in a few ways.
Front and Rear Limb Orthopedic Conditions, Neurologic Disorders, Geriatric Patients, Osteoarthritis, and related conditions. Pre-and Post-Operative Cases, Weight Management.
Veterinary Physiotherapy modalities that we use as part of a successful rehabilitation program would include, but is not limited to the following: Ortho-or-Neuro Evaluation, Hydrotherapy, Electrotherapy, Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Therapeutic Exercises, Land-based Treadmill, Orthotics and Prosthetics, Nutrition.
At Paws-itive Paws-abilities, we work closely with our referring Veterinarians and have over the past 13 years built a professional and trust relationship with these Vets, Surgeons and Specialist. Being accredited by SAVC, and members of SAAPRA, you can rest assured that your beloved companion is in skilled and experienced hands.
As we live up to our Mission Statement, we strive to contribute to the rehabilitation, improved wellbeing and the best physical and mental condition possible of each patient encountered, by absolute fortitude, dedication, passion, love and dignity to achieve this. We are proud of our work and our world class facility in Centurion, Gauteng.