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River Canine Rehabilitation

Springfield, Missouri

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River Canine Rehabilitation

 Welcome to River Canine Rehabilitation!  We want to you to know that we focus on very thorough patient evaluations and utilize the latest technologies to relieve pain, restore function and mobility, and improve the lives of our patients.  We partner with pet owners to get optimal effects.  We love what we do and it shows!

 

It is an honor to have a chance to share our praise and recommendation for River Canine Rehabilitation!  They are truly amazing!  Dr Kara, Linda and Deb are so professional and knowledgeable as well as kind and loving to their patients.  The care they provide to help the animals is the best!  Our Westie, Daisy, is part of their weight loss program and they are doing an awesome job!  They make it fun as well!  Daisy runs in so happy and excited to see them and get started with her exercises and treadmill!  We love River Canine Rehabilitation and recommend them highly!

Daisy's Mom, Jane

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2017-09-01T07:38:17+00:00

Daisy's Mom, Jane

It is an honor to have a chance to share our praise and recommendation for River Canine Rehabilitation!  They are truly amazing!  Dr Kara, Linda and Deb are so professional and knowledgeable as well as kind and loving to their patients.  The care they provide to help the animals is the best!  Our Westie, Daisy, is part of their weight loss program and they are doing an awesome job!  They make it fun as well!  Daisy runs in so happy and excited to see them and get started with her exercises and treadmill!  We love River Canine Rehabilitation and recommend them highly!
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Sophie, my 8 yr old schnauzer, could not stand up or assume position to go to the bathroom.  She was diagnosed with "spinal inflammation" and had no flexibility in legs and was very painful.  After 10 weeks of rehabilitation she shows realignment, and total flexibility with no pain.  The wonderful staff brought my dog back from the brink.  Many people who see her now cannot believe the difference!  Truly a miracle!  I could not recommend them enough!
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2017-12-18T19:37:31+00:00
Sophie's Dad, Robert A.
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I cannot say strongly how River Canine Rehab SAVED our Molly.  Without the PRP that ONLY River Canine Rehab offers, I would have had to put down Molly this year.  We are so grateful for the expertise, care and compassion River Canine Rehab offers in our local area.

Molly's Mom, Lori P.

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2017-09-01T07:37:40+00:00

Molly's Mom, Lori P.

I cannot say strongly how River Canine Rehab SAVED our Molly.  Without the PRP that ONLY River Canine Rehab offers, I would have had to put down Molly this year.  We are so grateful for the expertise, care and compassion River Canine Rehab offers in our local area.
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River Canine Rehabilitation

KARA AMSTUTZ, DVM, CCRT, CVPP

Dr. Kara is a 2000 graduate from the University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine. She is the owner and medical director of Hometown Veterinary Hospital. In 2013, she became certified in Canine Rehabilitation through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute. That same year, she also became a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner, through the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management.

In 2017, she became certified to practice Regenerative medicine including PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) and BMAC (bone marrow acquired cells) Stem Cell therapy.

Currently, Dr. Kara is obtaining certification in Acupuncture through the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. She is also in residency to become a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation.

LINDA MACDOUGALL, CCRA

Linda became certified as a Canine Rehabilitation Assistant in 2016. She has been a veterinary technician for almost 30 years. She has competed in agility and is currently the president of the Greater Ozarks Agility League.

Linda lives on a small farm with her dogs, cats, Arabian horses and chickens. She enjoys trail riding, gardening, camping, and hiking.

All sessions are by appointment only.
Call 417-860-2429 to schedule a session.

Rehab sessions generally last 45 minutes. During this time, we have the patient do a variety of activities as well as pain relieving techniques if needed. We prefer for the pet owner to NOT be in the room during the sessions as this is distracting to the pets in the gym. We need the pet to focus on us to get as much out of their session as possible!

We are happy to take pictures and videos so you can see what your pet is doing in therapy and monitor the progress.

If your schedule won't allow for a specific appointment time, we do offer day boarding for an additional fee. You can drop your pet off on your way to work and pick up later in the day.

Please be on time to take full advantage of your pets' scheduled session!

Hours

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TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

7am - 5pm

7am - 5pm

7am - 5pm

7am - 5pm

Closed

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Location

2215 W. Republic Road
Springfield, Missouri 65807

Directions

Take Kansas Expressway South to Republic Road, turn right (west), we are at the 1st stop light on the northwest corner of Cox and Republic Road.

Contact

417-860-2429
riverk9rehab@gmail.com

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