Magnolia is a 3-legged cat who benefited from a free rehab evaluation and at-home therapy. All thanks to Tripawds Foundation’s Rehab Grant! The consultation, and rehab exercises help Magnolia’s hooman know how to keep her strong and love life on three legs.
Read her story as told by her hooman, and learn how you can get a free veterinary rehab evaluation for your Tripawd dog or cat.
See all Tripawds who have received free rehab sessions thanks to your support.
Magnolia the 3-Legged Cat Begins Rehab for Lifelong Wellness
She’s just one year old now, but Magnolia the 3-legged cat has been a tripod since she was three months old due to a broken leg that was unable to heal.
She visited a rehab vet in order to make sure she is kept in good shape and to make sure there were no early red flags.
A Positive Rehab Experience at Her Own Pace
It was a very positive experience. They took things at Magnolia’s pace. They helped stretch her out and preformed two different balancing exercises with her.
These two exercises were recommended along with stifle extensions:
- Hip extension stretch
- Front feet up hip extension stretch (due to her stifle and hip being tight)
Rehab Will Keep her Strong and Balanced
The balancing exercises were recommended to keep her core nice and strong.
They were able to guide me on what to look out for as she ages. I left feeling much more prepared for her long term care and with the tools to keep her body stretched out and in good shape.
We visited with Pat and Dr. Lequient at Utah Pet Rehab & Acupuncture Center.
— Delaney and Magnolia
How to Find Rehab Therapy for Tripawd Dogs and Cats
Check Out the at Home Tripawd Rehab Program
(created by veterinary rehab therapist Dr. John Waterhouse)