About AZ Canine Fitness
My Story
Welcome to AZ Canine Fitness! I’m Lisa Smith, a professional & accredited CPCFT (Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer) and CCH (Certified Canine Hydrotherapist). After losing my beloved dog Casie, I have dedicated my life to honoring hers through helping other dogs improve their quality of life through physical therapy.
Casie was diagnosed with primary liver cancer and arthritis, and given a timeline of 6-12 months to live. After the diagnosis, I researched diet, supplementation and exercises to keep Casie strong and maintain a good quality of life for her. She loved swimming and could still manage with a life jacket and so we kept up that regimen until the very end. I saw what a difference it made to her, keeping her strong and fit and giving her some excitement in her final days and I thought that I would like to be able to offer that to other dogs. I looked for programs in the US and not finding any that were accredited, I enrolled in a program in Australia and started the process of becoming certified in Canine Hydrotherapy.
Casie managed to live 2 years with her condition, mostly due to supplementation & diet and a multi-modal exercise and treatment program, but sadly, she passed away before I finished my certification. I finished up my testing and graduated from the program, in her honor.
At that point I wanted to learn everything that I could about how to help dogs with mobility issues due to age, weight, medical conditions, etc. and so I began a land-based Canine Fitness Trainer certification course. Now, I am a professional member of the CPCFT Worldwide (Certified Professional Canine Fitness Trainer) and the IAAMB/ACWT (International Association of Animal Massage and Bodyworks/Association of Canine Water Therapy – Certified Canine Hydrotherapist). I am also a fear free certified professional.
We would love to meet you and your dog and see how we can work together to reach your goals and help your dog live their happiest and healthiest life!
The difference
Why Choose AZ Canine Fitness?
We are a pet and owner-centric canine mobile physical therapy business based in Surprise, AZ. We work hands-on and virtually with dogs of all ages, from puppies, to our white-faced seniors, and we customize each program we offer to your individual dog and your budget and lifestyle. We focus on functional strength and movement in order to allow your amazing dog to live their healthiest and happiest life!
Our goal is to teach and empower owners to continue our canine therapy programs at home for the rest of your pet’s life, and we will give you the knowledge and skills to do just that!
Therapy for All Budgets
Whether you have $50 or $5000 per month to spend on your pup, we can create a results-oriented canine fitness program that works for you and your furry friend.
Flexible Appointment Types
With mobile, virtual and hands-on therapy appointments in our therapy suites, you have so many choices to help your dog get long-lasting results.
Data Driven Results
We take measurements, weight and evaluate gait, posture & body and muscle conditioning scores in order to create a customized program that will help your dog reach the goals we have set.
LEGAL DISCLAIMER: All information provided by AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith is furnished strictly for educational purposes only. AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith is not engaged in rendering veterinary or diagnostic services. No information is to be taken as veterinary or other health advice pertaining to any animal’s specific health or medical condition. Please consult your veterinary professional before participating in or acting on any recommendation found in programs provided by AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith. You agree that use of the information contained in any content provided by AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith is at your own risk. AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith is not responsible or liable for any injury sustained as a result of using the content/advice provided by AZ Canine Fitness and/or Lisa Smith.