HEALTHY HEROES
HAPPY HEROES
PAIN-FREE HEROES
"The real heroes are the ones who make our lives
and our jobs easier, richer and a heck of a lot more fun.
Can't imagine going through life without my best friend by my side."
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Our Hero Programs
Hero Canines provides preventative, post-injury and post-surgical rehabilitation solutions to help our canine partners recover from the most common musculoskeletal and orthopedic injuries sustained on the job.
Pre-, Post- and Non-Surgical Conditions
Our rehabilitation programs are designed to help your canine partner recover from the most common orthopedic conditions and work-related injuries.
Easy to Follow
Step-by-Step Exercises
Simple videos, charts and written instructions to follow along to guide you and your entire family or team to help your canine partner recover at home in a safe and stress-free environment.
Live a Longer and
Pain-Free Life
Improve the quality of life for your canine partner so that they may live a happy and healthy life remaining by your side for the longest time possible.
WHO OUR PROGRAMS ARE FOR
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Police K9 Handlers
Military K9 Handlers
Avalanche Rescue Handlers
Search and Rescue Handler
Guide Dogs
Mobility Support Dogs
Detection Dogs
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET:
Feature #1
Comprehensive Informational Videos
PLUS ANCILLARY LEARNING MATERIALS
- We give you unlimited access to view the comprehensive and extensive informational training.
- Within the video training, we include explanations of the origins of the disease.
- We provide information to canine-handlers to help them with difficult decisions in how to treat a condition, including non-surgical (conservative treatment) and surgical treatment.
- Information in our videos will guide you with questions you could be asking your veterinarian.
- Included in this program are Downloadable MP3 Audio Files.
- We provide a Time-Stamped Index to assist in locating information within the videos.
- No time to watch the videos? That's ok, we provide you with the Key Point Summary notes.
*This program is by no means, a substitute for veterinary care. In fact, we highly encourage you to seek the advice of your veterinarian first, because all patients' issues and conditions are different and individual.
Feature #2
12-Week Rehab Program
STEP-BY-STEP WEEKLY EXERCISES TO DO WITH YOUR PET AT HOME
- Simple, easy to follow, 12-week home physical rehabilitation program for you to do with your pet to help them regain function, mobility and strength
- Included are comprehensive instructional and informational videos, photos, and descriptions of each exercise to follow along
- This is the exact same system we teach our veterinary and canine rehabilitation experts in our Canine Rehab Teaching Academy to help them assist their clients and their patients to a quicker recovery
- Exercises are designed to maintain strength and range of motion after injury or surgery
- Always check with your Veterinarian prior to starting program.
Keep your pet companion as healthy and as pain-free as possible!
Feature #3
Downloadable Exercise Progress Charts
DOWNLOADABLE PDFs
- Comprehensive Daily Progress Charts that you can download and print to keep track of your pet's daily rehab exercises.
- Keep notes as you go along to inform your veterinarian or rehab practitioner of any issues or triumphs that come up on a particular day with a specific exercise
- Work together with your veterinarian or rehab practitioner to help your canine partner recover more quickly!
- Get the entire family or team involved and make it a bonding moment with your canine partner.
Keep track of your daily progress with ease!
Feature #4
12-Week Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical Plan
DOWNLOADABLE PDFs
- 12-Week Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical regimen for you to follow at the discretion of your Veterinarian
- Weekly Nutraceutical checklist to follow so you don't miss a dose!
- Any addition of a nutraceutical should be cleared with your veterinarian prior to starting.
- Pharmaceuticals should only be prescribed by your veterinarian
Work together with your Veterinarian to come up with the perfect regimen for your pet!
Feature #5
Treatment Rehab Modality Guide
DOWNLOADABLE PDFs
- Ask your Veterinarian or Rehab Practitioner about additional modalities recommended in our REHAB MODALITY GUIDE which may help to shorten the time of your partner's recovery back to function
- Within this guide is a sample 4-week treatment program with suggested modalities to be performed by your Veterinarian or your Rehab Practitioner in their practice or office
- Examples include laser therapy, underwater treadmill, manual therapies, and so much more!
Collaborate with your local rehab professional to see your partner progress to recovery much more quickly!
Feature #6
Recommended Equipment Guide
AND LINK TO STORE
- Full guide to recommended equipment for your canine partner for their condition
- Direct links to what equipment and where to purchase the recommended products to help in the rehabilitation of your canine partner throughout the program
- Each product recommended has been 'vetted' (no pun intended!) and approved by Dr. John
Get the right equipment for your canine partner and start using it today!
Bonus Section
Blogs, Resources and Articles
- We gather as much information we can and create condition-specific blogs so you can learn more about your canine partner's condition
- Dr. John loves digging through piles of research papers about all the various orthopedic conditions and disseminating them down into bite-size pieces
- We collate as much information as we can to provide you with the latest research on a topic
Learn about the latest research on your canine partner's condition.
24/7 Forever Access
Plus Bonus Educational Webinars
Hero Canines is here to help keep your canine partner as fit, healthy and as pain-free as possible so that they can be by your side for the longest period of time.
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About Dr. John Waterhouse
Dr. John is a leading expert in veterinary rehabilitation, pain management, and working dog medicine. As the Founder of the Veterinary Teaching Academy, he is dedicated to advancing veterinary education and empowering professionals with cutting-edge rehabilitation techniques. He serves on multiple advisory boards, including the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM), Companion Animal Health, and is on the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance Leadership Council.
With specialized training from the PennVet Working Dog Practitioner Program, K9 Medic Training Organization, and the UT CCRP program, Dr. Waterhouse integrates evidence-based rehabilitation, tactical K9 care, and advanced pain management into veterinary practice. Through Canine Rehab On Demand™ and his leadership in the field, he continues to shape the future of veterinary rehabilitation, ensuring better patient outcomes, stronger client relationships, and thriving veterinary clinics.
