Home Exercise Program For Dogs

Individualised home programs to reinforce therapy, maintain progress, and support long-term mobility

Why a Home Exercise Program Matters

Rehabilitation doesn’t end when the session is over. A structured home exercise program is a critical part of your dog’s ongoing recovery and long-term mobility. It bridges the gap between clinical treatment and daily life—reinforcing gains made during therapy, preventing regression, and empowering you to actively support your dog’s progress at home.

At Paws4Paws, every home program is carefully tailored to your dog’s condition, goals, and functional ability. Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, managing a neurological condition, or experiencing age-related decline, we provide targeted exercises that can be safely and effectively integrated into your daily routine.

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What’s Included in a Home Exercise Program

Each home exercise program is developed based on your dog’s clinical findings, functional goals, and response to in-session therapy. We tailor exercises to address specific deficits—such as muscle weakness, instability, or coordination issues—and ensure they are achievable within your home environment. Programs are practical, progressive, and designed to complement hands-on treatment, allowing your dog to continue building strength and mobility between sessions.

Each program is designed following a full clinical assessment and may include:

Strengthening exercises to rebuild muscle mass and joint support
Balance and proprioception training to improve coordination and limb awareness
Flexibility and range of motion work to preserve joint mobility
Functional tasks like sit-to-stand transitions, step work, or assisted walking
Neuromotor retraining to support dogs with neurological conditions, improve motor control, and reinforce purposeful movement

Programs are adapted regularly based on your dog’s progress, ensuring the exercises remain relevant and effective.

When Is a Home Exercise Program Recommended

Home exercise programs are a valuable addition to nearly all rehabilitation plans, offering continued therapeutic benefit between sessions. They are especially important for maintaining progress, preventing regression, and encouraging active participation in recovery. We prescribe home programs when ongoing support is needed to strengthen outcomes, reinforce movement patterns, and promote long-term function in real-world settings.

Home programs are suitable for most dogs, particularly those: