Progress, Potential, and Possibilities Podcast / Show Rethinking Aging In Dogs: Function, Mobility And The Future of Longevity | Dr. Laurie McCauley, DVM - Founder and Instructional Director, Optimum Pet Vitality
What if most dogs aren’t dying of old age - but from losing their ability to move?
Dr. Laurie McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC is a pioneer in veterinary rehabilitation and one of the most influential figures in canine sports medicine. With over two decades at the forefront of the field, she founded the first dedicated veterinary rehabilitation clinic in the United States and designed the world’s first underwater treadmill specifically for dogs - innovations that helped transform how veterinarians approach mobility, recovery, and performance in animals.
A board-certified specialist in Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. McCauley has trained thousands of veterinarians, physical therapists, and rehabilitation professionals around the world, and her work has played a central role in shaping modern standards of care.
Dr. McCauley is the founder and instructional director of Optimum Pet Vitality ( https://optimumpetvitality.com/ ), an education platform focused on delivering evidence-based, practical training to veterinary professionals and pet owners alike, covering areas such as therapeutic exercise, laser therapy, and fascia-based treatments.
In addition, Dr. McCauley is the owner of Red Tail Rehab, where she provides personalized, in-home rehabilitation care, helping animals improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life.
Dr. McCauley’s career has been defined by a singular mission: to help animals move better, feel better, and ultimately live longer, healthier lives.
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