WOMEN IN BUSINESS
A Gentle Touch
ACTIVE ANIMAL REHABILITATION AND FITNESS
Owner/Operator
Monica Bondre
Contact Information
902.789.9542 activeanimalrehab@gmail.com www.activeanimal.ca
The first in PEI to offer a canine and feline rehab service, Bondre works with you and your vet to develop the best program for your pet.
D o you have an older dog or cat at home? Does your pet struggle to stand, or limp on the way to the water bowl? Pets age the same way we do—they slow down as their joints stiffen. Inactivity can lead to obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and organ failure. Monica Bondre of Active Animal Rehab and Fitness is a licensed physiotherapist. A few years ago, she identified a need for rehabilitation services for pets. Zoey, Bondre’s older dog, was the catalyst. “She had a cut on her paw after a walk on the beach. Her activity decreased and she started to gain weight.” Bondre wanted to help Zoey. She decided to train in canine anatomy and physiology and will soon complete a Canine Rehabilitation Diploma program.
Bondre can help before or after your furry friend has surgery or with general obesity or weight management. Active dogs can receive a specialized sport assessment to improve performance or prevent injuries related to sport and play. Bondre analyzes the animal’s gait and observes their movement patterns to gain a solid understanding of each pet’s needs. She operates a convenient come-to-you mobile service. Follow-up visits ensure faster recovery. Sometimes therapeutic modalities are utilized to speed up healing and manage pain. Laser or ultrasound, TENS, NMES (neuromuscular electrical stimulation), biofeedback, heat and ice can be safely used to aid in a pet’s recovery. Assistive devices and braces are also available for pets with special needs.
Try puppy or kitten screening to ensure the littlest furballs in your life get off on the right paw. Does your frisky young dog slip during an energized run down the hall, or have pain jumping off the bed? Bondre can help optimize living space to ensure your pet thrives in a healthy, safe environment. Bondre, the first in PEI to offer a canine and feline rehab service, works with you and your vet to develop the best program for your pet. She has a gentle touch and a kind nature. These are the cornerstones that make Active Animal Rehab and Fitness the perfect choice for your pet’s mobility care.
By Susan Rodgers Photo Lisa Enman
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www.pei-living.ca SPRING 2023
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