Canine Physical Therapy
Canine rehabilitation and physical therapy is often recommended after orthopedic and neurologic procedures to speed up recovery and improve overall outcome. Alaska currently has limited options for physical therapy programs and it is recommended to contact Southside Animal Hospital or Aurora Animal Clinic for additional information. Underwater treadmill conditioning and laser therapy are some of the best therapy tools to add to an at-home program. Exercises that you can do at home include passive range of motion (PROM), muscle massage, tactile stimulation (using a brush), weight shifting or weight bearing exercises, sit-to-stand exercises, walking and jogging on a leash, hill work, sled pulls, and balancing exercises. The Alaska K9 Aquatics facility in Anchorage is another option available to you (https://www.alaskak9aquatics.
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Dr. Serratore performed surgery on my 11-year-old male GSD on Thursday, November 3rd to remove a large and probably malignant tumor from his throat. She did a magnificent job, and my boy (Qanuk) was able to come home with me Thursday afternoon. He is doing just great, eating well and wanting to play! Dr. Serratore was extremely professional and worked very hard to give me all of our options along with their pros and cons. I cannot thank her enough for her efforts! I would VERY highly recommend Dr. Serratore to anyone looking for a skilled, caring and professional veterinary surgeon.
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Dr. Serratore is very knowledgeable and professional. Our pet needed a complex surgery, and we were very nervous about it. She was wonderful and took the time to answer all of our questions. We greatly appreciated her attention to detail and commitment to providing the best possible care for her patients. She and her staff go above and beyond to ensure her patients receive the highest level of care possible and that the pet owner(s) feel supported.
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My 11 year old Rottweiler needed a complex surgery last month for an anal mass. Dr. Serratore was amazing, we are so very grateful to her, and her staff. Mr. Roo/Hans is doing fantastic, he will turn 12 years old in May. We cannot thank her enough for everything. I highly recommend Dr. Serratore, if your pet needs a highly skilled veterinary surgeon she is the best!
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