Happy Tails Club

Zora has been coming to TCAR for almost 3 years. She started rehabilitation after becoming paralyzed on her rear legs unexpectedly. Her favorite snack is beef liver and loves getting treats in hydrotherapy and relaxing for her modalities.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “She is happy, mobile in her own way and can live again."

Alvin has been coming just under 1 year. He started rehab after having difficulty getting up/down and decreasing willingness to walk. Alvin LOVES popcorn and is very food motivated for his exercise. He loves laser and the underwater treadmill.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Alvin is able to walk greater distances now. Using popcorn as a treat, he will follow us walking all over the yard now. It is so great to see these improvements in Alvin in such a short time!"

Pepper has been coming to TCAR since 2021. She started rehabilitation after coming up lame after running agility in class and competition. Pepper enjoys all the therapies provided to her including hydrotherapy, laser, and massage. Pepper won’t turn down any snack but loves Whimzees Crockadiles to chew.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Pepper is retired from AKC agility but is able to run in easy runs of CPE (one per day) as she is a retired 12” veteran in CPE. Our journey with Dr. Amber and her wonderful team, has brought us to where Pepper is today at 13+ years old."

Gigi has been coming since June of 2025 and started rehab because of a hip dysplasia diagnosis. She loves hydrotherapy and freeze dried salmon!

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Strengthening helps day to day management and keeps her comfortable”

Hawkeye started rehab 3 years ago due to a pulled back muscle. Hawkeye prefers home-cooked snack and his favorite is the underwater treadmill but his massages are pretty close.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Because of rehab Hawkeye is still able to herd some sheep!"

Jaxson Has been coming to TCAR for 3-4 years. He started coming when owner noticed him having a hard time standing from laying down. Jaxson loves all snacks and massages are his favorite for sure!

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Honestly, it’s him living. If it wasn’t for Dr. Amber and her awesome staff diagnosing a tumor in in his chest, he might not be with us today. I credit TCAR for saving his life and continuing his fitness regimen, extending his health, and both his and my happiness everyday."

Bailey has been coming to TCAR for 2 years. She started rehabilitation after having both her CCLs operated on and was walking with an adaptive gait. Bailey loves all snacks and every therapy she has including underwater treadmill, massage, laser, and therapeutic exercise.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Bailey almost has a perfect stance and no more limping!"

Bluebell has been coming to TCAR once weekly since January 2026 after her primary referred her. Bluebell starting because of over grooming and screaming out at home due to pain caused by decreased joint space and a possible slipped disc in her back. She loves her massage and laser sessions.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “She jumps up and down easily and is showing more interest in going out on the screened porch again for fresh air. She did not want to go out when she was in pain. Her fur has grown back on her hind legs as well. She seems to be living her best life again”

Nia has been coming for 3 years. She started rehabilitation due to a spinal embolism paralyzing both her rear legs. She loves having her peanut butter in hydrotherapy.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “She now has full use of her left rear leg and partial use of her right rear leg."

Crash has been coming since 2023. He started rehabilitation because he had difficulty recovering from an FHO that was done 7 months prior. Crash’s favorite is getting peanut butter in hydrotherapy.

The best thing since starting rehab is: “Crash is back to swimming 3-4 times a week at the beach and jumping waves."