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Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, slowing down with age, or living with pain, there’s a better path forward. Our personalized rehabilitation programs are designed to ease discomfort, restore mobility, and help pets thrive at every stage of life.

And soon, we’re raising the bar even higher: with a state-of-the-art, custom-built rehabilitation and conditioning facility opening Fall 2025, we’ll bring Houston’s pets the most advanced therapies and compassionate care available—so they can heal fully, move freely, and live happier, healthier lives.

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Movement is medicine. We use it wisely.

At most general practices, rehabilitation is an afterthought (if it’s offered at all). At Memorial Villages Animal Hospital, it’s built into the way we care. By offering specialty-level rehab in-house, we create more consistent treatment plans, fewer outside referrals, and a more affordable path to healing.

Rehabilitation isn’t just for pets who are recovering. It’s also for those who are aging, slowing down, or living with pain that’s hard to spot. And for active pets—like working dogs, sport dogs, and show dogs—it’s a way to stay strong, balanced, and injury-free in the long run.

Already have a primary vet? No problem. We offer rehabilitation services as a standalone option as well as to our longtime MVAH clients. Our approach is designed to help your pet move better, hurt less, and thrive longer.  A slender dog with a blue collar stands on its hind legs with its front paws on a pink exercise ball, looking up at a person who is offering it a treat. A white dog with pointed ears stands in clear blue water, looking slightly to the side. The background shows part of a metal tub, suggesting the dog is being bathed or is in a grooming area.

Rehabilitation that’s already in motion

Our full facility may still be under construction, but many of our rehabilitation services are already available in-house. Each treatment plan is tailored to your pet’s condition, comfort level, and long-term goals. These therapies are safe, effective, and thoughtfully designed for both dogs and cats, because every pet deserves to feel strong in their body.

Mobility & pain assessment Mobility & pain assessment
A hands-on evaluation of how your pet moves, where they hurt, and what they need to heal—used to build a targeted treatment plan.
 LASER therapy LASER therapy
Pain-free light therapy that reduces inflammation, encourages tissue repair, and improves comfort in joints, muscles, and soft tissue.
 Shockwave therapy Shockwave therapy
High-energy soundwave treatment for orthopedic pain, chronic inflammation, and injury recovery.
 Exercise therapy & at-home plans Exercise therapy & at-home plans
Targeted movements to build strength, balance, and range of motion—supported by simple home routines to keep progress going between visits.
 Acupuncture & chiropractic care Acupuncture & chiropractic care
Holistic therapies reduce pain, improve mobility, and help pets feel more balanced, especially when Western treatments fall short. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), acupuncture supports whole-body wellness by restoring flow, relieving tension, and promoting healing from within.
 Integrated with primary care Integrated with primary care
We coordinate rehab with your pet’s broader medical picture and your primary veterinary—no referrals or gaps in communication.
 Water therapy (coming fall 2025) Water therapy (coming fall 2025)
We coordinate rehab with your pet’s broader medical picture and your primary veterinary—no referrals or gaps in communication.
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The people behind every step forward

Every rehabilitation plan at MVAH is built and delivered by people who care deeply not only about outcomes, but about the way your pet feels along the way. Our team blends clinical skill with calm, compassionate, and low-stress handling.

Whether you’re here for post-op support, chronic pain management, or performance conditioning, you’ll be working with professionals who know how to meet your pet where they are—and help them get where they need to go. A simple navy blue line drawing forming a heart shape, with one end of the line extending horizontally across a light background.

The people behind every step forward

Every rehabilitation plan at MVAH is built and delivered by people who care deeply not only about outcomes, but about the way your pet feels along the way. Our team blends clinical skill with calm, compassionate, and low-stress handling.

Whether you’re here for post-op support, chronic pain management, or performance conditioning, you’ll be working with professionals who know how to meet your pet where they are—and help them get where they need to go.

The people behind every step forward

Every rehabilitation plan at MVAH is built and delivered by people who care deeply not only about outcomes, but about the way your pet feels along the way. Our team blends clinical skill with calm, compassionate, and low-stress handling.

Whether you’re here for post-op support, chronic pain management, or performance conditioning, you’ll be working with professionals who know how to meet your pet where they are—and help them get where they need to go.

Dr. Lucy Scarbrough

DVM, Medical Director

Dr. Lucy Scarbrough

DVM, Medical Director

Dr. Scarbrough has been serving Houston pets for nearly 20 years, with a long-standing passion for

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Erin

Rehabilitation Specialist

Erin

Rehabilitation Specialist

Erin leads our day-to-day rehab program, combining nearly a decade in veterinary medicine

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Dr. Rachel Walsh

DVM, CVC, CVA

Dr. Rachel Walsh

DVM, CVC, CVA

Dr. Rachel Walsh is a native Houstonian who obtained her DVM from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Dr. Lucy Scarbrough

DVM, Medical Director

Dr. Lucy Scarbrough

DVM, Medical Director

Dr. Scarbrough has been serving Houston pets for nearly 20 years, with a long-standing passion for

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Erin

Rehabilitation Specialist

Erin

Rehabilitation Specialist

Erin leads our day-to-day rehab program, combining nearly a decade in veterinary medicine

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Dr. Rachel Walsh

DVM, CVC, CVA

Dr. Rachel Walsh

DVM, CVC, CVA

Dr. Rachel Walsh is a native Houstonian who obtained her DVM from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine.

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Frequently asked questions

No referral needed. We offer rehabilitation services to both existing clients and pet owners visiting us just for rehab. Whether your pet needs short-term recovery support or long-term mobility care, you’re welcome here.

We work with both dogs and cats. Many of our therapies—like LASER, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and mobility planning—are especially beneficial for cats living with arthritis, chronic pain, or age-related mobility issues.

We help pets recovering from orthopedic surgery or injury—including TPLO procedures—manage chronic pain, or adjust to age-related changes in movement. We also support active pets, such as working, sport, or show dogs, with injury prevention, strength-building, and conditioning.

In most cases, yes. We want your pet to feel safe and supported—and some do best with their person nearby. If a particular therapy is more effective or safer without a parent present, we’ll let you know and talk through the why.

If your pet is limping, slowing down, having trouble with stairs or jumping, or seems less steady than usual, rehab may help. You’re always welcome to book a mobility and pain assessment—we’ll talk through what’s going on and whether treatment makes sense.

Not always—but it can complement them. In some cases, rehabilitation can delay the need for surgery or reduce reliance on medication. We’ll work with you to build a plan that fits your pet’s needs and your goals.

Treatment plans are individualized, and costs vary depending on your pet’s condition and which therapies are recommended. We’ll walk you through expected pricing during your initial assessment so you can make an informed decision without pressure.

We’re located in Houston, Texas, and proudly serve pet owners throughout the Memorial Villages, Spring Branch, Galleria, and surrounding areas.

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