Health Care

Description: Rachel is a biomechanics nerd who is fascinated with the interplay of movement and wellness for our dogs. Using a science-based, evidence-driven, relationship-centred approach in all areas, her focus is on enhancing your dog's wellness both physically and mentally, whether they are competitive sporting and active dogs, young puppies, beloved family pets, or wise senior companions. 

An active competitor in multiple dog sports (including being nationally-ranked in Rally Obedience with both of her dogs), Rachel uses a games and choice-based learning approach and loves sharing her joy for training with other dog teams. 

Canine Conditioning and Fitness, Bodywork, Massage, Red Light Therapy, Sports and Life Training, Competitive Rally Obedience Training, Trick Training, Enrichment, and more.

Training Methods: R+/P-; Relationship-centred, games-based learning, and clicker training

Certifications: 

• CSCC - Canine Strength & Conditioning Coach (North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine) 

• CCBW - Certified Canine Body Worker (Canadian Institute for Equine & Canine Body Work) 

• CTDI - Certified Trick Dog Instructor 

• Diploma of Animal Osteopathy - current student (LCAO)

• Biomechanics & Gait Analysis Certification (CIECBW) 

• Canine Trigger Point Massage Certification (CIECBW) 

• RPT - Registered Professional Trainer 

• Grad Dip HRM (Learning & Development) 

• Canine First Aid 

• Intermediate First Aid Attendant 

• Ongoing CPD

Email: betterinmotionk9@gmail.com

Website:  www.betterinmotionk9.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betterinmotionk9/?hl=en

Services:  Private and Group Training; Individual Consultations - In-Person and Online

Regions Served: Regions served: Powell River (Saltery Bay to Lund), Courtenay/Comox - select days, Lower Sunshine Coast - by request

Location: Powell River

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes

Description: Heather provides Walks ‘N’ Wags Pet First Aid Course, and the Walks ‘N’ Wags “Off the Grid” Course. She has been teaching these courses since 2011, and it is the longest running pet first aid course in Canada. this course is regularly updated to reflect current best and effective practices. Courses can be provided privately for small groups at a discount, and additionally for two people registering to take the course on the same day.

Note: Dogs, with certain limitations, are welcome to come but require registration prior to the course date. The registration form online provides more information about our requirements. Not all dogs are accepted (behavioural and age dependent). Cats are best left at home. 

Certifications: Certified since 2011 by Walks ‘N’ Walks as an instructor. 

Email: heather@firstaidfurpets.com (.ca also accepted)

Phone: Provided after initial email

Website: www.firstaidfurpets.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/firstaidfurpets

Hours: Office Hours are Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm. Course date and times are listed on the website, and typically operate from 9-7pm for single day courses, or 9-3pm and 2-7pm for two day courses. Private courses are subject to days and times that are arranged privately and not listed on the website. 

Location: Various. Courses take place in buildings along the Sunshine Coast, wherever dogs are allowed to enter the premises. See website for specific upcoming course locations. 

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes

Description: Full service Veterinary hospital offering wellness and preventative care, surgery, radiology, lab and diagnostics, in addition to acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Canine & feline care servicing the Sunshine Coast from Sechelt to Lund! 

Certifications: 

• Fear Free Certified

• Dietary Knowledge

• TCM

• Acupuncture

Email: mpvh@dccnet.com

Website: www.madeiraparkvethospital.com

Hours: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday, Wednesday, Thursdays, and Fridays

Address: #101-12890 Madeira Park Road, Madeira Park

Phone: +1-604-883-2488

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes

Description: Becoming certified through the Canadian Institute of equinology and caninology, I’m proud to be able to provide the hands-on gentle techniques to give relief of pain, stress, and enhance the overall wellbeing of dogs. 

Certifications: 

• Pet First Aid

• Level 1 Certified Canine Bodyworker (2024)

Email: happytailsbodywork@gmail.com

Website: www.happytailsbodywork.ca

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happytailsbodywork

Hours: Saturday Mornings - Subject to Change

Location: Powell River

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes

Description: Massage, acupressure, aromatics, reiki intuitive support for animals, and flower essences. Massage and Acupressure available for any animal smaller than a regular sizes horse! 

Currently these services need veterinary approval. 

Certifications: 

• Registered with RAAHP (Registry Allied Animal Health Practitioners of Canada)

• Member of BCAAMBP

• SAMP (Small Animal Massage Professional)

• SAAP (Small Animal Acupressure Processional

• Aromatherapy for Animals (incl. Zoopharmacognosy)

• Bach Flower Essences for Animals 

• Ongoing Continued Education (ex/ Helping your Dog’s Hips, Upward Dog Rehab and Wellness course ‘Living with Dogs with Degenerative Myelopathy’, and ongoing work in Neurovascular Release and Manual Ligament Therapy)

Email: heather@firstaidfurpets.com

Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am - 5pm; Weekends subject to schedule availability

Location: Mobile

Service Locations: Earls Cove to North of Port Mellon. Preference for Halfmoon Bay to Port Mellon. Additional fees incurred for travel outside of Halfmoon Bay to Port Mellon. 

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes

Note: This business operates under the “Preventative Care Centre” portion of “First Aid Fur Pets”

Description: Veterinarian services including health exams, diagnostics, surgery, and dietary needs. Thank you to all of our clients who trust us with the care of their fur babies! 

Certifications: All staff are trained in Fear Free approach to veterinary medicine. The hospital is also AAHA Accredited.

Email: thelanding@dccnetc.com

Website: https://www.thelandingvet.com/site/home

Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 5:30 pm; Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Address: #106-622 Hough Road, Gibsons

Phone: +1-604-886-8511

Registered Business: Yes

Insured: Yes