I can't say enough about how fantastic Tod and the entire team is at Arfit. This past winter our…read moredog had to have tplo surgery on both rear legs. Arfit has been a critical component to her amazing recovery. Our dog starts crying a few blocks from here because she can't wait to get in. And she's not alone with this experience. It's common with all the repeat doggies, big and small. A little heat, deep tissue massage, cold laser then to the adjoining gym for strength and agility training. She does her favorite ramps, pulls weights and does the balance board. Thank you Arfit. Take a look at their Instagram site: https://instagram.com/arfit_dog_therapy_chicago?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= And doggie insurance can cover it. Even if it didn't she'd still go.

Arfit is truly a dog's best friend! If you have a pup who needs physical therapy THIS IS YOUR…read morePLACE! Our 12 year old German shepherd, Leah, has been coming here for a few weeks now. She needed support for her hip dysplasia and arthritis. Our vet at Oz Animal Hospital in Lincoln Park gave us a list of dog rehab specialists and Arfit was on their list. Once we searched their website we liked what we saw and Leah was walking with her back legs giving out a lot, it was time for physical therapy. The team - Tod and the entire Arfit staff are so friendly and caring. They love Leah! They are all so easy to talk to. We feel so welcomed here and they are so organized. Tod - seriously one of the nicest and coolest people around! We love his approach to Leah's therapy and we feel informed and involved in every step of her adventure! He is very experienced and works with a lot of heart. The location is so cool! There is plenty of space and a huge area for exercises. It feels like a playground! Very clean and very good vibes. We are bringing Leah 2-3 times a week so far and we have seen some good improvement. Her backside is getting higher and she's working the muscles around that area to make it stronger. They therapy that she is on is specialized by Tod on each visit. We don't mind that at all because just like us, physical therapy is unique to our recovery. We spend a good 45mins. each visit. I am so glad our vet recommended Arfit!

Lisa and Bob are the best. They helped me understand my pets needs after he had a stroke. They…read moreshowed me things I can do with him to help him. Lisa is always available to give insight when needed. Without them I am not sure I would have been able to handle the stuff that came with Thor's diagnosis. Their help was invaluable to me. I will attribute so much to them helping me and him make his recovery and help me understand his new changing needs through his recover.

From the owner: We specialize in helping dogs with neurological injuries, post surgical recovery and senior dogs…read more Let us help you! We come to you to help your canine best friend recover in the comfort of their home! Call today so we can schedule a free consultation!

I love the fact that a holistic approach is used. Weather young or old. Has a CCL tear or…read morearthritis.

I started going here for my 3 yo Bernese mountain dog w/bilateral hip & elbow dysplasia. He had…read moreseveral orthopedic surgeries. The swimming did WONDERS for him! The dog is lowered into the pool on a lift so there is never any stress on their joints getting in or out of the pool. Randy and staff are always amazing with my dog. When I got a new puppy I started doing the swim therapy for him (he does not have any diagnosed ortho issues). I think it's great exercise for this quick growing puppy that's easy on his joints (5 months and 70lbs!) and he really enjoys it! I'm glad that there is a place like this...it's well run (sessions are 30 mins and on time) and everyone here truly loves what they do! There is also a store attached with a wide variety of natural pet food/treats.

I can't say enough great things about this place. They, along with his surgeon at VCA (shout out)…read moreliterally helped save my dogs life. He was diagnosed with Stage IV cervical IVDD and had surgery in late September. He had a super complicated post op course including neck spasms, chronic UTIs, widespread muscle wasting, and chronic constipation. He was literally wasting away in front of us. He still couldn't walk at Thanksgiving. Within two months at IPC, my dog was walking around the house, gaining weight and the bathroom issues cleared up. Five months with IPC and he's back to his pre-op weight and walking around the neighborhood like nothing ever happened. Dr. Martin and the team at IPC did an amazing job and really have gone above and beyond in saving my little buddy. The staff there are great, I wish I could name them all here. I can't thank them all enough and highly recommend IPC.

Integrative Pet Care is a gift to us! Our dog, Milo has been under their regular care for over 2…read moreyears now and I cannot be grateful enough for them. The veterinarians - Dr Martin and Dr Ridley are fantastic and all of the therapists are awesome, caring and gentle with Milo. The front desk staff is very helpful. As soon as we say "IPC", Milo gets happy and ready to go for a fun session!

My 13 year-old shepherd mix responds with delight at the suggestion, "Let's go see Katie!" We…read morestarted visiting Katie a couple of years ago for arthritis relief and now see her every two weeks. Whenever his pains and compensations come up, she eagerly works her magic. I never expected that at his senior age, he'd still be able get around, handle stairs, and clock miles on walks. Thanks to Katie's tender care and humor, he and I are both aging more gracefully!

I represent CARE animal shelter in Skokie and we met Katie at our annual…read moreStrut for Strays fundraiser. She had a booth set up at our event and we have been taking dogs there every week now for massages. She has also come to our adoption center and given classes on dog massages. She is wonderful with our dogs who run a gamut of calm to really stressed. It is not a surprise that dogs in a shelter are stressed from the moment they combine. Katie has given us a much needed resource to relieve this stress. The dogs come back much calmer and she gives us much needed information on muscle tightness and anxiety points. Volunteers are very impressed with the work she does for our animals and they are much better and more adoptable because of her skills. Ruth Quoss Canine Medical Director CARE

Takes care of your fur babies in the comfort of their own home. My family has used Dr.Caspersen for…read moreover 25 years now. You can tell her love for animals. She takes time with each animal.She wont over charge you like so many places do.Plus the animals are comfy in there on house. if you are looking for a knowledgeable veterinarian look no further. Dr Caspersen is the best.

Holly Casperson is the best vet you'll ever find. She helped me learn skills that have helped me…read moreand my pets through the years. We moved to Arizona and I still miss her and feel my pets don't get the care here that they got with her. She is kind, compassionate and knowledgeable and always gives 100%.

My dog received therapy at Canine Physical Rehab & Recreation. I have requested an updated…read moreevaluation on Hazels therapy. Rebecca has not returned my 5 telephone calls to provide me updated information. Today my Vet asked about Hazels progress with Therapy. I informed him that the owner has not returned my telephone calls. It bothered me that for months the pool has been unavailable for water therapy. When my dog used the water treadmill she was exposed to other dog hair. The place needs to be cleaned to service other dogs. Administration needs to pull it together to run a professional business.

Public Warning / Review…read more On October 23, 2023, my service dog Journey (then 13 months old) was mistreated and placed in danger at Canine Physical Rehab during a swim appointment. Journey had never worked with Becca before (who is now the current owner). Upon meeting him for the first time, she unhooked his leash in the lobby without my permission or following any of the usual safety protocols. Multiple safety gates and doors to the pool area were left open, and Journey--like most Goldens with a strong water drive--ran straight into the pool unsupervised. At that moment: * He was still wearing an electronic collar, putting him at risk. * No staff were in the pool room to ensure his safety. * He dove in unsupervised, which could have caused serious injury or drowning. Once in the pool, Becca ignored my repeated warnings that Journey required a toy in his mouth to prevent him from swallowing water (as his prior instructors had always done). Instead, she insisted he was "not swimming correctly" and began physically throwing him toward the pool stairs and table to force him into positions. Afterward, she told me Journey would be "punished" for running into the pool by being required to stand on equipment and watch the water instead of swimming for half his session--completely inappropriate and cruel. The results of this session: * Journey consumed so much water that he vomited repeatedly for over an hour afterward. * Our vet was concerned about possible dry drowning due to the excessive water intake. * The violent handling left him traumatized--and it traumatized us as his family to witness. When I voiced these concerns, the business dismissed them. Since then, they have also blocked me on all social media, preventing me from commenting and sharing what happened, which feels like an attempt to hide the truth. With Becca now the owner, I strongly warn other pet parents: this is not a safe place to bring your dog. Journey is a certified service and therapy dog, trained and experienced, yet he was still put at risk here. If this could happen to him, it could happen to anyone's dog. Your pet's safety and well-being are too important to risk.

Horrible. We had our cat taken in by a friend who's been acting as his caretaker. The cat was…read morediagnosed with a megacolon and treated. I have no qualms with his actual veterinary diagnosis or the treatment they provided, but when he was picked up the poor cat was completely covered in feces. Completely...and no effort by staff to assist. This was horrible, far below the standard of treatment I would expect. Such a lack of respect for the animal's dignity that it's simply maddening. I asked the practice manager to contact me to discuss this and she has not done so.

The entire staff was so caring and gentle with my kitten for his first time visit. The ambiance of…read morethe vet was beautiful. One thing I want to point out was the exam table. I think the typical stainless steel scares cats, but this exam table was decorated in a wood mimicking wrap and it seemed to ease the tension. Brittany & Dr. Drewno took such good care of my kitty - letting him hide under a blanket, giving soothing pets and letting him relax between exam points. I'm truly relieved to have found this place. The reviews don't lie! I'll be scheduling my other kitty at this office from here on out too. I finally feel like the staff loves my pet as much as I do as they gave him exceptional care and attention. For an extreme shy boy, he loved the staff just as much as I did lol

They got me in last minute, were really great. They are a top notch clinic with a lot of…read moreexperience. Love how they care about their furry clients.

Took Seamus, my older cat, in for his dental surgery. I was given great instructions and an…read moreaccurate cost estimate in advance. The surgery went well. The entire staff is very professional and thoughtful. I would recommend Pets First to all my friends.