Macke Institute of Canine Therapy

Macke Institute of Canine Therapy We help injured and aging dogs move easier with less pain, so they return to happy, pain-free lives.

Omaha Location:
Inside Bonafide Dog Academy: 960 South 72nd Street

Lincoln Location:
Inside Bailey's Deluxe Pet Care: 2205 Highway 2 We help injured and aging dogs move easier with less pain so they return to happy, healthy, pain-free lives.

🐾 Meet Rose! 🐾Everyone say hello to Rose, a sweet Bernese Mountain Dog mix who has started physical therapy following he...
09/04/2026

🐾 Meet Rose! 🐾
Everyone say hello to Rose, a sweet Bernese Mountain Dog mix who has started physical therapy following her right forelimb amputation. 💙
Rose was born with a congenital deformity in her right front leg that became increasingly painful over time. Despite medical management, even walking or running would cause discomfort. After further evaluation revealed multiple bone fragments near the deformity, the decision was made to perform a right forelimb amputation on 6/26/26.
Although Rose experienced a minor post-operative setback with an infection at her surgical site, she's healing well and is ready to begin the next chapter of her recovery! 🌟 Since she relied very little on that leg before surgery, she's already adapting to life on three legs.
Through physical therapy, we'll help Rose build strength and endurance, improve her balance and body alignment, and protect her remaining limbs so she can enjoy the best possible quality of life. 💪🐶
Please join us in cheering Rose on as she learns that three legs can take her just about anywhere! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Dexter! 🐾Say hello to Dexter, an 11-year-old Australian Shepherd who has started physical therapy following his r...
08/31/2026

🐾 Meet Dexter! 🐾
Say hello to Dexter, an 11-year-old Australian Shepherd who has started physical therapy following his right TPLO surgery on 6/9/26. 💙
Dexter had been managing arthritis-related mobility challenges for the past couple of years, but after a fall while playing in the yard, his right hind leg became much more painful. When rest and medication didn't bring relief, a consultation with SVOC confirmed a right cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) tear, and surgery was the next step toward getting him back on his paws.
The good news? 🎉 Dexter is already making progress! He's using his right leg more, becoming increasingly active, and is eager to keep moving.
Our goal is to help Dexter rebuild strength, improve mobility, and safely return to the activities he loves while supporting his long-term joint health. 💪🐶
Help us cheer Dexter on as he works toward a strong recovery, one step at a time! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Skylar! 🐾Everyone say hello to Skylar, a happy 1-year, 11-month-old mixed breed who has begun physical therapy af...
08/28/2026

🐾 Meet Skylar! 🐾
Everyone say hello to Skylar, a happy 1-year, 11-month-old mixed breed who has begun physical therapy after her left medial patellar luxation (MPL) stabilization surgery on 7/1/26. 💙
Skylar first started experiencing occasional limping last December. After being diagnosed with bilateral patellar luxation (left greater than right), she was initially managed conservatively. When her episodes of lameness became more frequent and severe, surgery became the best option to get her back on track.
Now, Skylar is already making great progress! 🎉 She's putting more weight on her left leg, walking more comfortably, and is eager to get back to being her active, playful self.
Our goal is to help Skylar rebuild her strength, improve her mobility, and safely return to all the adventures she loves. 💪🐕
We can't wait to see Skylar continue to gain strength and confidence throughout her rehabilitation journey! 🩵🐾

🐾 Meet Zoe! 🐾Everyone say hello to Zoe, a fun-loving 5-year-old Siberian Husky who has started physical therapy followin...
08/24/2026

🐾 Meet Zoe! 🐾
Everyone say hello to Zoe, a fun-loving 5-year-old Siberian Husky who has started physical therapy following her right TPLO surgery on 5/26/26. 💙
Earlier this spring, Zoe developed an intermittent limp in her right hind leg. After rest and activity restriction didn't resolve her lameness, an orthopedic evaluation confirmed a right cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injury, and she underwent TPLO surgery to help restore stability to her knee.
Zoe has already been making great progress! 🎉 She's putting more weight on her leg and her family has been hard at work with massage, stretching, and icing at home to support her recovery.
Through physical therapy, we'll focus on improving her strength, mobility, and comfort so she can safely return to long walks, playing at the park, and all the adventures this energetic Husky loves. 💪🐺
Help us cheer Zoe on as she continues her journey back to an active, pain-free life! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Charlie! 🐾Say hello to Charlie, a sweet 1-year-old Yorkshire Terrier who has started his physical therapy journey...
08/24/2026

🐾 Meet Charlie! 🐾
Say hello to Charlie, a sweet 1-year-old Yorkshire Terrier who has started his physical therapy journey following bilateral femoral head and neck ostectomies (FHO) on 6/16/26. 💙
After jumping off the bed earlier this spring, Charlie began limping on his left hind leg. When rest and medication didn't help, further diagnostics revealed avascular necrosis of both femoral heads, and surgery was recommended.
The good news? 🎉 Charlie is already making progress! He's becoming more active, walking more each day, and is ready to keep building strength.
Our goal is to help Charlie improve his strength, mobility, and confidence so he can get back to all the adventures a young pup deserves! 🐕💪
Join us in cheering Charlie on as he works toward a full recovery! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Yoshi! 🐾Yoshi is an energetic 1-year-old mixed breed who has started physical therapy after recovering from a lef...
08/21/2026

🐾 Meet Yoshi! 🐾
Yoshi is an energetic 1-year-old mixed breed who has started physical therapy after recovering from a left distal ulnar fracture sustained when he was hit by a car in April. ❤️‍🩹
Following the injury, Yoshi was diagnosed with a left distal ulnar fracture. After consulting with specialists, his family chose conservative management with a splint and strict activity restriction. several weeks after his cast was removed Yoshi is still experiencing a limp while walking and running.
His family is hoping physical therapy will help restore normal movement, improve his gait mechanics, and prevent compensatory injuries as he continues to grow.
Now it's time for rehab! 💪 Our goals are to help Yoshi:
🐾 Restore strength and mobility in his left front leg
🐾 Improve gait mechanics and weight bearing
🐾 Prevent compensatory movement patterns
🐾 Safely return to running, playing, and living life without limitations
Yoshi has already come so far, and we're excited to help him build the strength and confidence he needs to get back to being an active, happy pup! ❤️
Join us in cheering Yoshi on as he continues his recovery journey! 🐶🎉

🐾 Meet Winnie! 🐾Winnie is an adorable 11-year-old Corgi who has begun her physical therapy journey to help manage osteoa...
08/17/2026

🐾 Meet Winnie! 🐾
Winnie is an adorable 11-year-old Corgi who has begun her physical therapy journey to help manage osteoarthritis, IVDD, and a suspected soft tissue injury. ❤️‍🩹
A few weeks before starting PT, Winnie suddenly stopped while running in the backyard and afterward became hesitant to use the stairs. Although her family initially thought she had pulled a muscle, her mobility continued to decline despite rest. Veterinary evaluation and radiographs revealed mild chronic osteoarthritis in her right hip and knee, along with spondylosis in her spine. While medication has helped improve her comfort, Winnie is still slower to rise, cautious on stairs, and avoiding long walks, jumping, and play.
Now it's time for rehab! 💪 Our goals are to help Winnie:
🐾 Decrease pain and inflammation
🐾 Improve strength, balance, and mobility
🐾 Increase confidence navigating stairs
🐾 Get back to enjoying longer walks and playing in the yard
We're excited to help Winnie feel stronger, move more comfortably, and enjoy her favorite activities again! ❤️
Join us in cheering Winnie on as she begins her road to recovery! 🐶🎉

🐾 Meet Marley! 🐾Marley is a sweet 13-year-old Pug who is starting physical therapy after surgery to repair a right CCL r...
08/14/2026

🐾 Meet Marley! 🐾
Marley is a sweet 13-year-old Pug who is starting physical therapy after surgery to repair a right CCL rupture. ❤️
Earlier this year, Marley took a fall on a flight of stairs, and his family noticed tenderness in his right hind leg afterward. He also has osteoarthritis and muscle weakness, making recovery even more important. Although his surgery was a success, Marley is still walking with effort and continues to offload his right hind leg.
His rehabilitation program will focus on reducing pain, improving strength and mobility, rebuilding muscle, and helping him regain confidence with every step. Our goal is to get Marley back to enjoying comfortable walks and living his best senior life. 🐶💪
Join us in cheering Marley on as he begins his road to recovery! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Roshi! 🐾Roshi is a 9-year-old American Eskimo beginning his rehabilitation journey after undergoing a left femora...
08/10/2026

🐾 Meet Roshi! 🐾
Roshi is a 9-year-old American Eskimo beginning his rehabilitation journey after undergoing a left femoral head ostectomy (FHO) on 6/3/26. ❤️
Roshi has lived with hip clicking since he was a puppy, and over the years his mobility gradually declined. After slipping on the kitchen floor earlier this year, he was diagnosed with bilateral hip dysplasia and bilateral grade 2/4 medial patellar luxation.
Since surgery, Roshi's family has noticed he's feeling brighter and happier, but his left leg is still not functioning normally, and he occasionally knuckles his toes. His physical therapy program will focus on improving strength, balance, coordination, and gait while helping him regain confidence using his leg.
Our goal is to help Roshi walk more comfortably—including on uneven ground—so he can get back to enjoying his daily adventures. 💪🐶
Help us cheer Roshi on as he works toward a stronger, steadier future! ❤️🐾

🐾 Meet Finley! 🐾Finley is a fun-loving 5-year-old mixed breed who has started physical therapy after experiencing interm...
08/07/2026

🐾 Meet Finley! 🐾

Finley is a fun-loving 5-year-old mixed breed who has started physical therapy after experiencing intermittent limping with no clear underlying cause. ❤️‍🩹
His journey began in December 2025 with an occasional limp in his right front leg, especially after getting up from long rests. Despite multiple veterinary evaluations, radiographs, and medical management, no definitive cause was identified. After improving, Finley later developed right hind leg lameness following a boarding stay. Once again, diagnostics were unremarkable, and he was referred to physical therapy to help get to the root of his mobility challenges.
While Finley is doing better overall, he still has good days and bad days and isn't quite as playful as he once was.
Now it's time for rehab! 💪 Our goals are to help Finley:
🐾 Reduce pain and discomfort
🐾 Improve strength and stability
🐾 Increase mobility
🐾 Get back to all of his favorite activities pain-free
We're excited to help Finley feel stronger, move better, and enjoy an active lifestyle again! ❤️
Join us in cheering Finley on as he begins his rehabilitation journey! 🐶🎉

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960 South 72nd Street
Omaha, NE
68114

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Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4am
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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+14024139872

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