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Becoming certified in canine rehabilitation isn’t something just anyone can do.

This pathway is open only to licensed physiotherapists (or veterinarians with special approval). It builds directly on a physiotherapy degree — meaning your pup is cared for by someone who already has years of university-level training in movement, injury, and recovery science.

To achieve my Diploma in Canine Rehabilitation through the Canadian Physiotherapy Association’s Animal Rehab Division, I completed a rigorous, multi-step process:

Step 1: Independent Study
Canine anatomy, orthopedics, neurology, gait analysis, medications, and even the legal side of animal care.

 Step 2: In-Person Foundations
Intensive training in canine behavior, safe handling, functional anatomy, and musculoskeletal/neurological assessments.

Step 3: Advanced Training
Deep-dives into joint-by-joint evaluation, spinal and neurological conditions, advanced manual therapy, sport injuries, post-surgical rehab, and tailored exercise planning.

 Step 4: Examination & Case Study
A national-level written exam and a full case study following a dog’s rehabilitation from referral to recovery.

All told, this represents hundreds of hours of advanced training, exams, and practical application — far beyond a short course or weekend seminar.

 Why Does This Matter?

Because this education ensures your dog gets the same evidence-based, professional quality of care you would expect for yourself.
It also means I am currently the only physiotherapist trained in animal rehabilitation in Northern Alberta.

That makes Progressive Canine Rehab is uniquely positioned to provide your four-legged family members with advanced, professional rehabilitation services that simply aren’t available anywhere else in our region.

When you choose Progressive Canine Rehab, you’re choosing a licensed physiotherapist with advanced, nationally recognized training in canine rehabilitation — not just someone who “likes working with dogs.”

Because your pup deserves the very best.