When a beloved pet is slowing down, wincing while climbing stairs or avoiding the dog door altogether, the ripple effect is felt through every household. Based in McKinney, Texas, Dr. Andrea Maddox, DVM, CVA, CCRV, is changing the way we think about pet wellness—bringing integrative rehabilitation directly to homes throughout the northern Dallas‑Fort Worth region.

“Our pets give us unconditional love. When they’re in pain or slowing down, they deserve the same thoughtful care and compassion we would give a family member,” says Dr. Maddox.

At her practice, MVP Rehabilitation & Integrative Services, she offers a robust blend of conventional and holistic therapies. While her clinic is centrally located in McKinney, she also travels across Collin, Denton, and surrounding counties—making advanced care accessible in the pet’s own environment.

In her early career as a general‑practice veterinarian, Dr. Maddox often encountered pets whose pain and mobility issues persisted despite medication and supplements. A personal turning point came when her own Great Dane began showing signs of weakness in her hind limbs. “Even with the best diet, meds and supplements, she still struggled,” she recalls. “That experience drove me to study chiropractic care, acupuncture and rehabilitation for pets—modalities that look at the whole animal, not just the symptoms.”

Today, she is certified in animal chiropractic care, veterinary acupuncture and canine rehabilitation. Her treatments may include cold laser therapy, shockwave therapy, underwater treadmill sessions, PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy), TENS/NMES (electrical stimulation), therapeutic exercises, and chiropractic or acupuncture adjustments—all tailored to each pet’s situation.

Some pets thrive when treatment comes to them. Recognizing this, Dr. Maddox offers mobile rehabilitation—visiting clients at home to assess real‑world mobility issues, such as slippery floors, stairs, car entries and favorite resting spots. “When we work in the pet’s familiar space, we gain a clearer picture of their challenges—and the pets are calmer, more cooperative,” she explains.

These home visits allow her to coach pet parents in doing simple stretches, massages or balancing exercises between sessions. She also makes suggestions for home modifications—like adding rugs for traction or ramps for access—to support mobility and reduce injury risk.

Whether it’s a dog recovering from surgery, a cat showing signs of arthritis or a senior rescue with declining strength, Dr. Maddox’s goal is the same: help pets regain comfort, confidence and movement. “Movement is healing,” she says. “It’s about keeping joints flexible, minds engaged and spirits bright.”

Her programs support post‑operative recovery, neurological or degenerative conditions, weight management, pain reduction and senior wellness. Simple exercises like sit‑to‑stand drills, backward walking or gentle stretching help maintain function between visits.

As pet owners seek more holistic, compassionate options, Dr. Maddox sees integrative rehabilitation as the future of pet wellness. “Families want wellness plans that honor the whole animal—the body, mind and spirit—and that includes rehabilitation alongside nutrition and vet care,” she notes.

With her location in McKinney and services across North Texas, Dr. Maddox is helping pets move better, feel better and stay loved longer—one gentle step at a time.

MVP Rehabilitation & Integrative Services is located in McKinney and offers mobile services in the northern Dallas–Fort Worth region. For more information or to schedule a consult, visit MVPVetRehab.com.