WAG: Whole Animal Gym
WAG: Whole Animal Gym is a general practice practice in Philadelphia, PA.
About
WAG: Whole Animal Gym is a specialized veterinary care facility in Philadelphia, founded in 2010. It focuses on rehabilitation, pain management, and fitness, integrating both modern Western and traditional Eastern medicine approaches. The clinic offers a range of services including hydrotherapy, acupuncture, LASER and ultrasound treatments, and custom brace fittings.
The facility works in cooperation with existing veterinary care teams, providing complementary therapies for various conditions in dogs and cats. Patients can be referred by a vet or come directly, with WAG ensuring primary veterinarians are kept informed of treatment progress. The clinic is designed to reduce stress for pets, featuring non-slip flooring and plush beds.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of WAG: Whole Animal Gym?
- WAG: Whole Animal Gym is a specialized veterinary care facility in Philadelphia dedicated to rehabilitation, pain management, and fitness. It takes a holistic approach, combining modern Western and traditional Eastern medicine to address injury recovery, chronic conditions, and overall pet wellness.
- Who is the Medical Director at WAG: Whole Animal Gym?
- Dr. Christina L. Fuoco, VMD, CVA, CCRT, serves as the Medical Director at WAG: Whole Animal Gym. She founded the facility in 2010 after bringing veterinary acupuncture to Philadelphia in 2004. Dr. Fuoco also mentors University of Pennsylvania vet students and lectures locally.
- What types of hydrotherapy services are offered at WAG: Whole Animal Gym?
- WAG: Whole Animal Gym offers hydrotherapy utilizing an underwater treadmill. This service is provided for a variety of purposes, including post-operative recovery, pre-operative conditioning, managing chronic conditions, and general fitness for pets.
- How does WAG: Whole Animal Gym collaborate with a pet's primary veterinarian?
- WAG: Whole Animal Gym works in cooperation with a pet's existing veterinary care team, providing complementary therapies. Every patient begins with an evaluation, and the clinic ensures that the primary veterinarian is kept informed and in the loop as treatment progresses.
- Does WAG: Whole Animal Gym employ staff specializing in massage therapy?
- Yes, WAG: Whole Animal Gym employs staff specializing in massage therapy. AnnaLisa is listed as a Sports Massage Therapist, and Clare is an Administrative, Veterinary Assistant and Sports Massage Therapist. Sports massage is offered to complement traditional treatments for pain management and restoring natural balance.