Mobile Canine Rehab Across Melbourne and Geelong
In-home Rehabilitation For Dogs.
Senior Dogs · Post-Surgery Rehab · Orthopaedic and Neurological Conditions · Soft Tissue Injuries · Strength and Mobility Programs
Helping dogs across Melbourne and Geelong regain strength, mobility, and quality of life.
Paws4Paws is a mobile canine rehabilitation service with over 10 years of hands-on experience helping dogs live more active, comfortable lives.
Our therapies are ideal for senior dogs, dogs recovering from surgery, and those with musculoskeletal and neurological conditions — all delivered in the safety and comfort of your home.
📍 Mobile service across Melbourne and Geelong | Trusted by 90+ five-star reviews.
Book a consultation and let us tailor a treatment plan for your dog’s specific needs.
Canine Rehabilitation Services
We offer a comprehensive approach to canine rehabilitation, starting with a detailed assessment and continuing with targeted therapy techniques and structured home programs. Each service is designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore function—delivered in the comfort of your dog’s home.

Assessment and Functional Evaluation
Every rehabilitation plan begins with a comprehensive in-home assessment. We evaluate your dog’s posture, gait, joint range of motion, muscle tone, neurological function, and soft tissue integrity. This detailed functional evaluation guides clinical goal setting and ensures that all treatments are safe, effective, and targeted to your dog’s specific needs.

Manual Therapy
Manual therapy is a hands-on approach used to reduce pain, improve joint mobility, and release soft tissue restrictions. Techniques include soft tissue mobilisation, therapeutic massage, myofascial release, joint mobilisation, passive stretching, and assisted range of motion. Beneficial for dogs recovering from orthopaedic or neurological conditions, managing pain, or experiencing stiffness and postural changes with age.

Laser Therapy (PBMT)
PBMT (therapeutic laser therapy) uses near-infrared light in the 800–900 nm range to penetrate deep tissues and activate cellular repair. It reduces inflammation, relieves pain, and promotes the healing of muscle, tendon, bone, and nerve tissues. It is effective in managing arthritis, neurological conditions, post-operative healing, and soft tissue conditions. PBMT is clinically validated and not comparable to low-level red light devices.

Therapeutic Exercise
Therapeutic exercise plays a central role in canine rehabilitation by targeting strength, proprioception, joint stability, coordination, and functional mobility. We design customised programs based on your dog’s diagnosis, physical abilities, current function, and clinical goals—whether they are recovering from orthopaedic surgery, managing a neurological condition, or addressing age-related muscle atrophy and reduced mobility.

Home Exercise Program
Rehabilitation doesn’t end after the session. We create condition-specific home exercise programs to reinforce clinical gains and promote long-term functional improvement. Each program is tailored to your dog’s diagnosis, mobility level, and response to treatment. Exercises may include strength-building, balance, range of motion, or proprioceptive work, and are designed to be safe, effective, and easy to carry out at home.

Client Education and Home Environment
We provide practical, evidence-based guidance to help you actively support your dog’s recovery, safety, and mobility at home. This includes tailored advice on flooring surfaces, ramp or step use, activity modification, enrichment strategies, and adjustments to your dog’s daily routine. We also address lifting techniques, harness use, and strategies to reduce the risk of falls, fatigue, or reinjury.
Why choose us

We come to you
In-home therapy means less stress, more comfort, and better outcomes – especially for older or post-op dogs.

Integrity
We show up on time, deliver what we promise, and always put your dog’s wellbeing first.

Collaboration
We collaborate with your vet to ensure safe, integrated care tailored to your dog’s condition.

Education
We stay current with the latest evidence-based techniques in canine rehabilitation.

Relationship
We build trust with both you and your dog – because great rehab starts with connection and comfort.

We love what we do
Helping dogs thrive isn’t just our job – it’s our passion, and it shows in every session.
What Our Clients Say
“Amazing services, both education and treatment has been above my expectations, super happy dog and owners. Great to build a closer relationship with my dog through exercises. Sandra is one of a kind and we cannot recommend her highly enough. Cody, our dog, has responded so well to treatments.”
“Thank you Sandra for helping my dog Shadow get back to her happy, playful, demanding self after major TPLO surgery. We still have a way to go but looking forward to continuing to work with you. Definitely recommend!”
“My 2yo GSD was recently diagnosed with mild to moderate hip dysplasia. We have been seeing Sandra for just over a month and I can already see great improvement. My girl is no longer sloppy sitting as much, and her gait is also better. Her movement has improved and I can see that she looks happier. Sandra is so wonderful and gentle with my girl. I couldn’t be happier!”
📍 Over 90 five-star Google reviews from happy dog owners across Melbourne and Geelong – READ MORE REVIEWS
How It Works
We make canine rehabilitation simple, stress-free, and tailored to your dog. Here’s what to expect when you work with Paws4Paws.
1. Submit Your Dog’s Info
To begin, please complete our New Client Form and send your dog’s full veterinary history to sandra@paws4paws.com.au. This ensures we have all the background we need to provide safe, effective care.
2. Review of Case History
We carefully review your dog’s medical records and clinical background to ensure any therapy provided is tailored, informed, and aligned with your vet’s recommendations.
3. Initial Assessment + Treatment
Once your dog’s history is reviewed, we’ll schedule an in-home consultation. During this session, a comprehensive physical and neurological assessment is performed — including evaluation of posture, gait, joint range of motion, muscle tone, reflexes, proprioception, and soft tissue integrity. This thorough assessment allows us to identify functional deficits, establish clinical goals, and determine the most appropriate therapeutic approach. Initial treatment is provided during this session, guided by our findings and your dog’s individual needs.
4. Personalised Rehabilitation Plan
Following the assessment, a tailored rehabilitation plan is developed based on your dog’s clinical findings, medical history, age, and overall functional goals. The plan may include a combination of manual therapies (such as soft tissue mobilisation, massage techniques, joint mobilisation, and stretching), therapeutic laser therapy (PBMT) for pain management and tissue repair, and targeted therapeutic exercise to improve strength, stability, and range of motion.
5. Home Exercise Program
A targeted home exercise program is provided to support your dog’s rehabilitation between sessions. Exercises are selected based on your dog’s condition, functional goals, and capabilities, and may include mobility exercises, strengthening activities, balance work, proprioceptive training, gait re-education. Clear instructions and demonstrations are provided to ensure safe and effective execution. This program reinforces clinical progress and encourages long-term functional improvement.
6. Ongoing Therapy Sessions and Progress Review
We provide consistent, one-on-one therapy sessions in your home, adjusting treatment as your dog progresses. Sessions are outcome-focused and monitored, ensuring your dog receives the right care at each stage of recovery.

Conditions We Treat
Paws4Paws offers in-home therapy to support dogs with a wide range of conditions — from chronic joint conditions and soft tissue injuries to post-operative care and preventative treatment. Every plan is personalised, and every session is designed to restore function, reduce pain, and enhance your dog’s quality of life.

Arthritis / Degenerative Joint Disease
Dogs with arthritis (also known as degenerative joint disease) often experience joint pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. In-home rehabilitation focuses on relieving discomfort, preserving joint function, and supporting daily movement through manual therapy, laser therapy (PBMT), and tailored mobility exercises. Treatment aims to improve comfort, slow progression, and enhance quality of life.

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation supports recovery after surgeries such as cruciate repair, patellar stabilisation, hip or elbow surgery, spinal procedures, and amputations. In-home treatment includes strengthening, range of motion work, proprioceptive retraining, and soft tissue techniques. Laser therapy (PBMT) is used to reduce inflammation, manage pain, and support tissue healing. Programs are tailored to the procedure, recovery stage, and functional goals.

Joint Conditions
Rehabilitation for joint disorders including hip and elbow dysplasia, cruciate disease, patellar luxation and other developmental or degenerative joint pathologies. Treatment targets pain, joint instability, and secondary muscle atrophy through condition-specific protocols, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, laser therapy (PBMT), and movement re-education to restore function, rebuild muscle mass, and improve joint support and mobility.

Muscle and Soft Tissue Conditions
Soft tissue injuries such as muscle strains, tendonitis, and myofascial restrictions can lead to pain, stiffness, and impaired movement. Our treatment approach combines therapeutic massage, soft tissue mobilisation, stretching, and targeted exercises to support healing and improve mobility. Laser therapy (PBMT) is also used to reduce inflammation, enhance circulation, and accelerate tissue repair.

Neurological Conditions
We provide in-home therapy for dogs with neurological conditions such as disc disease (IVDD), wobbler syndrome, fibrocartilaginous embolism (FCE), degenerative myelopathy (DM), lumbosacral disease, or peripheral nerve injuries. Treatment focuses on improving balance, coordination, proprioception, and mobility through manual therapy, targeted exercises, laser therapy (PBMT), and neurostimulation to support neural repair, regeneration, and recovery.

Senior Dog Mobility Program
Senior dogs commonly experience joint degeneration, muscle atrophy, reduced balance, and mobility decline. Our in-home rehabilitation supports ageing dogs through tailored interventions that address pain, maintain strength, and improve movement. Treatments include soft tissue techniques, therapeutic exercise, laser therapy (PBMT), and proprioceptive training to enhance comfort, mobility, and independence.

Injury Prevention and Relaxation
Preventative treatment helps maintain musculoskeletal health, optimise performance, and reduce the risk of injury. Suitable for active, aging, or sedentary dogs, these sessions focus on soft tissue care, movement quality, and recovery. From canine athletes to couch companions, every dog can benefit from proactive support and relaxation-focused treatment.

Strength and Mobility Programs
Our tailored strength and mobility programs are designed for dogs recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or simply staying strong and active. These proactive, in-home sessions support muscle development, joint stability, and overall mobility — making them ideal for aging pets, dogs with physical challenges, or healthy dogs looking to stay fit and injury-free.

All Conditions We Treat
Not sure where your dog’s condition fits? We treat a comprehensive range of issues, including arthritis, muscle and tendon injuries, neurological disorders, surgical recovery, and age-related mobility decline. Our in-home rehabilitation is tailored to your dog’s diagnosis, age, lifestyle, and functional needs. Explore the full list of conditions we treat to learn how we can help your dog move better, feel better, and thrive.
10+ years experience
over 1000 clients
4000+ treatments
90+ top reviews

Multimodal approach to your dog’s Recovery and Wellbeing
At Paws4Paws we take a multimodal approach to ensure your dog receives the best possible care. This means we use various methods, therapies and interventions to address your dog’s condition.
WHO RUNS THE SHOW
Meet Sandra
Sandra brings over a decade of experience and a deep passion for canine rehabilitation. As the founder of Paws4Paws, she specialises in helping dogs recover from injury and surgery, manage chronic conditions, and improve mobility through tailored rehab programs.
Certified in canine myotherapy, laser therapy, and veterinary nursing, Sandra has also completed numerous continuing development programs in canine rehabilitation. She holds additional qualifications in remedial massage and shiatsu/acupressure for humans and is currently completing the Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner (CCRP) qualification at the University of Tennessee.
Sandra works one day a week as a vet nurse on the Mornington Peninsula to stay connected with general practice and maintain her clinical skills. Before transitioning to canine rehabilitation, she completed a PhD in Anthropology and held teaching roles at Monash and the University of Melbourne.
