California Animal Rehabilitation
California Animal Rehabilitation is a general practice in Los Angeles, CA. Procedures include Therapeutic Exercises for Balance, Strength and Conditioning, Pool Swims, Acupuncture, and Homeopathy Injection.
About
California Animal Rehabilitation (CARE) in Los Angeles, CA, focuses on comprehensive rehabilitation services for pets, integrating veterinary care with rehabilitation therapy. The clinic specializes in treating conditions such as arthritis, joint disease, spinal disorders, post-surgical care, lameness, and muscle weakness, aiming to maximize pets' comfort through all life stages.
CARE offers on-site rehabilitation, home care services for various animals including horses, and personalized training sessions called CARE Fit. The clinic also provides boarding with veterinary supervision and full-scale grooming services. Initial evaluations are thorough, lasting two hours, and focus on educating pet owners about their pet's recovery plan.
Surgical team
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Jessica H. Waldman
VMD, CVA, CCRT
Dr. Waldman realized that the unique collaboration of a physical therapist and veterinarian would provide optimal pet therapy outcomes and founded California Animal Rehabilitation (CARE) in June of 2007.
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Justine Ma
DVM, CVA
Dr. Justine Ma was awarded her Bachelor of Science in Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology with minors in Animal Science and Leadership from the University of California – Davis.
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Karen Rabin
DVM, CVMA
Dr. Karen Rabin spent her early years on the East Coast.
Procedures
- Therapeutic Exercises for Balance, Strength and Conditioning
- Pool Swims
- Acupuncture
- Homeopathy Injection
- Legend Injection
- Nutrition & Weight Loss
- Adequan Injection
- Homeopathy
- Home Exercise Program
- On-Site Rehabilitation
- CARE Fit
- Hands On Therapy
- Wound CARE
- Grooming
- Home CARE
- Eastern & Western Integrative Veterinary Medicine
- Joint Health Injections
- Boarding
Equipment
- Healing Technology
- Carts
- Mobility Accessories
- Braces
- Underwater Treadmill
- Slings
Frequently asked questions
- What types of conditions does California Animal Rehabilitation treat?
- California Animal Rehabilitation treats a range of conditions including arthritis or joint disease, spine disorders, disc disease, neck or back pain, and provides after-surgery care for orthopedic or neurological issues. They also address limping, ligament, tendon, or muscle weakness, and difficulties with exercise, walking, or rising.
- Does California Animal Rehabilitation offer services for large animals?
- Yes, California Animal Rehabilitation extends its Home CARE services to dogs, cats, and horses, among other large animals. This allows pets to receive veterinary and rehabilitation therapy in the comfort of their own home.
- What is involved in the initial appointment at California Animal Rehabilitation?
- The initial appointment at California Animal Rehabilitation is a two-hour evaluation with a veterinarian specializing in canine rehabilitation and acupuncture. It includes reviewing medical history, medications, diet, imaging, and conducting a physical examination. The focus is on educating the pet owner and developing a custom-tailored treatment plan, including a home exercise program.
- Are there specialized veterinarians at California Animal Rehabilitation?
- Yes, Dr. Jessica H. Waldman is a Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, and Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist. Dr. Justine Ma and Dr. Karen Rabin are both Veterinarians and Certified Veterinary Acupuncturists. The clinic states it is the only rehab clinic in Southern California utilizing veterinarians certified in both acupuncture and rehabilitation.
- Does California Animal Rehabilitation offer boarding services?
- Yes, California Animal Rehabilitation offers Day CARE with veterinarians on-site and Overnight CARE with skilled supervision and certified veterinarians on call 24/7. The option of adding CARE Fit sessions is also available during boarding.