We’re so glad that we found Dr. Holly Pollard-Wright. Her care has been crucial in our dog’s journey to getting better. Shockwave therapy and all of the other modalities have helped him so much over the past few months. Our greyhound was limping and unable to put a lot of weight on one of his front shoulders for almost two years. We went to so many different vets and specialists, but nothing seemed to be working and getting to the root of his problem. But after working with Dr. Pollard-Wright, he seems happier and his limping has significantly decreased if not completely gone away. And he’s able to go on longer walks again.
Dr. Pollard-Wright loves what she does and it shows. So knowledgeable and thorough. We couldn’t be happier with her care and we HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend her in treating your pet.
Jim Goodrich, February 2026
We couldn’t recommend Dr. Holly Pollard-Wright more highly! Before finding her, we’d seen three different vet specialists and spent four months doing twice-weekly rehab at a large animal rehabilitation facility in LA—lots of time, energy and money with no progress or clear direction. Our dog struggled in the facility setting, and we never saw the same vet tech or doctor twice, which made consistent care and even getting a clear diagnosis impossible. We felt hopeless watching our 5-year-old dog still in pain and not improving after months of investment.
The first session with Dr. Holly was completely different. She immediately identified what was going on and explained how she could help. She is extremely thorough and focuses on providing meaningful results using detailed metrics and data to track your dog’s progress. She provided us a customized rehab plan as well as a long term wellness plan for our dog as she gets older. Our pup is almost completely back to her pre-injury self and we couldn’t be more grateful to continue her care with Dr. Holly. We only wish we had met her sooner! 10/10 recommend.
Madeline C, February 2026
A true miracle worker 🥹! We are so grateful we have had the opportunity to have our pup treated by Dr Holly Pollard-Wright. Our 12 year old yorkie had a perfect storm of an IVDD episode with two hind leg knee (patellar luxation) issues and at first he lost function in his back legs. He slowly improved with meds and while on Dr Pollard-Wright’s waiting list, we went to a PT facility where he was slowly improving, but stressed from the noisy office and car ride. Having Dr Pollard-Wright come treat him at home has made all the difference as he is less stressed and more open to treatment. Dr Pollard-Wright’s attention to detail on every aspect of his health and healing has been SO generous. She spent so much time with us, sharing her knowledge and working with us to explain our options to design a personalized treatment plan to fit his needs, our lifestyle and budget. As an avid researcher and former surgeon, the expertise she shares feels like we won the lottery as she offers a range of treatments from laser to shockwave therapy to acupuncture, b12 shots, massage and more- she gives our pup access to the latest in PT treatment philosophy and technology. We joke that her van is like the Batmobile as she has high-tech gadgets to facilitate every aspect of his healing.
His improvement over just a few visits has been incredible. The session cost may be more than going in-person to a facility, but the improvement with each visit is so great that we’ve found we need less visits, so actually – better cost in the long run. The individual attention, combined with the access to expertise and treatment from the comfort of our home – she is worth the investment and more.
On our first visit, she pointed to her treadmill and said he would be doing gait training on it eventually. I didn’t say anything at the time, but that first visit I thought, “no way, our pup can barely take a few wobbly steps at a time”. On our fourth visit he walked 10 minutes uphill and on our fifth, 15 minutes – we still can’t believe it!
We appreciate that she has been very up front with us on what we can reasonably expect from PT. She is objective and shows genuine care and concern in her work. Our pup has let her do more than any other vet could with him. As a pet owner, you never want to need this support- but if you do, having someone like her by your side will make all the difference. Dr Pollard-Wright is truly an incredible human sharing her gift for healing with us.
Aileen Conway, December 2025
I’ve had a fantastic experience with DR. Pollard-Wright of Veterinary Kinetics Dr.Pollard is knowledgeable, compassionate, and truly committed to animal wellness. She took the time to thoroughly assess my pet’s needs and created a personalized rehabilitation plan that delivered real results. You can tell they genuinely care about every animal that she works with. I would highly recommend Veterinary Kinetics for anyone looking for high-quality rehab or physical therapy for their pet!
HMR Research, September 2025
We highly recommend Dr. Holly Pollard-Wright. We’ve seen remarkable improvement in our dog, Hannah, as a result of the rehabilitation plan that Dr. Holly has implemented. Based on conversations with our local vet, and our own observations of the thorough and effective treatment that Hannah has received, we believe that Dr. Pollard-Wright is a true leader in the field of veterinary medicine and rehabilitative therapy. Incidentally, our dog LOVES Dr. Holly.
Rob Wade, October 2025
Veterinary Kinetics is truly exceptional. Holly is professional, empathetic, and more knowledgeable about canine rehabilitation than anyone I have ever encountered. My rescue dog, Dasher, has undergone two surgeries for IVDD, and Holly gave us hope when we needed it most. She worked diligently to help Dasher regain strength and mobility, using both traditional and alternative therapies to support his recovery.
What sets Holly apart is not only her expertise, but her dedication to educating owners so they can confidently support their dogs between sessions. She never wastes your time; every visit is meaningful, productive, and tailored to the dog’s needs. I have been to several rehab clinics over the years, and nothing compares to the quality of care at Veterinary Kinetics.
Holly is simply the best veterinarian I have ever had, and I cannot recommend her highly enough.
Cecile Butters, January 2026
When our 9-year-old shepherd-boxer mix Chase was diagnosed with Wobbler syndrome in September, our entire family was devastated and fearful we might lose him. After months on steroids with little hope, we were fortunate to find Dr. Pollard-Wright, a mobile rehab vet whose qualifications and care exceeded anything we expected. Her background as a veterinary orthopedic surgeon with rehab certification gave us immediate confidence, but it’s her thoughtful, individualized approach that truly sets her apart. She takes the time to thoroughly assess your pet, explains every step, and builds a customized treatment plan. Dr. Pollard-Wright thinks outside the box and genuinely listens—not just to you, but to your pet. After only eight sessions by Dr. Pollard-Wright and everyday exercises/stretches done by us, Chase’s improvement has been nothing short of remarkable. He’s getting stronger and more stable everyday. We are beyond grateful to Dr. Pollard-Wright and would recommend her to anyone facing complex mobility issues with their dog. I just feel so fortunate to have her championing our Chase.
Angela Loewel, May 2025
Angela Loewel
Dr.Pollard-Wright is very knowledgeable and very caring. My dog Bashia had IVDD surgery and Dr.Pollard-Wright treated her postoperatively and created a home program. Bashia did very well. Recently she injured her back again and no surgery instead I called Dr.Pollard-Wright for Rehab and Bashia has been doing great! My dog truly loves Dr.Pollard-Wright!
Hanna Kawecka
After many months of trying numerous vets and rehabilitation for my 8 yr old Groenendael, I finally found an extremely knowledgeable vet who truly cares and works WITH me. I have never felt more comfortable communicating with a vet. Dr Pollard is a true professional. She explains and answers all questions during her process of therapies and trains you to provide home therapy an a daily basis. Working with my dog in the comfort of his own home has been so beneficial. We are both much more relaxed than in an office environment. We absolutely love Dr. Pollard!
Nici Parker
The absolute best @ home service you could ask for. Let’s be honest our pets they are our babies and you want to give them the absolute best care. My dog who’s prone to high anxiety doesn’t do well at vets offices or hospitals. She shuts down, shakes, & it just doesn’t offer a conducive environment for her to really get better. The at home program is clear & I love that it’s not just generic. That the exercises, massages, & other activities are specific to my dogs needs. Very grateful and appreciative of Dr. Pollard. I appreciate the honesty and transparent approach as well not just forcing pills down my dogs throat. Absolutely would recommend.
Jordan Tanner
Dr. Pollard has been amazing. After first being told by my own vet, amputation was the answer, Dr.Pollard gave me hope and support. She is so encouraging about Dusty getting better and he is having amazing and positive progress and explains every part of the process. To me , one he most positive things is the requirement that the pet parent is very active and committed to the process.
I would encourage anyone who pet baby has been injured to give Dr. Pollard the chance to work her magic.y family and Dusty thank you from the bottom of our hearts.😍
Marc Share
We have really enjoyed working with Dr Pollard. She’s professional, but friendly.. She is very knowledgeable in her trade, and always very excited about how what she does increases the quality of life of her patients. She is very careful with my senior dog and because of that my senior dog is very comfortable with her.
We have been seeing improvement and are excited to continue the treatments so that our 19-year-old American Eskimo can have a better quality of life.
ssnedeker
Frank, our 15.5 yo pug, has been seeing Dr. Pollard-Wright for past couple months under the Neuro-paralyzed and Amputee program. Dr. Pollard-Wright started with a very thorough physical exam after reviewing Frank’s medical history. His condition is complex, and without her thorough exam, he would have, and actually has, passed through the cracks. Although she is always very straightforward and realistic, she wanted to give us a chance to not only maintain, but improve Frank’s quality of life. Dr. Pollard-Wright’s plan for Frank is rigorous and comprehensive. It is also science and evidence based, and tailored specifically and continuously for him. When we began, we had a paralyzed dog who was declining and disengaging – he was starting to check out. Frank is now more engaged and alert – we are seeing parts of his personality that we haven’t seen in a long while. He is even gaining strength. We are very much aware that Frank’s condition is terminal. But until then, we have Dr. Pollard-Wright in our corner to make the best of the time we have, and we are thankful for that.
Lim Family, March 2024
My dog Dexter, a massive 100lb. black Labrador, tore his crucial ligament on Christmas Day. I was distraught as my previously exuberant and adventurous companion was reduced to a painful hobble. After a few weeks of extensive searching throughout southeastern Wisconsin for a surgeon, we found ourselves in Dr. Pollard-Wright’s exam room as she talked us through the procedure Dexter would undergo the next week. The calm and detailed explanation of what was about to happen reinforced the reasons I had initially selected her. Unlike the other surgeons that I had spoken with, I got the feeling that Dr. Pollard-Wright cared specifically about Dexter. She focused on him, his comfort, and his recovery. The surgery was flawless. Throughout the recovery though Dr. Pollard-Wright maintained her concern for Dexter and was very supportive in his PT efforts. The detailed exercise plan and treadmill sessions had him building strength quickly. Within four months of the surgery, Dexter was back to his normal rambunctious self. We spent the summer camping, swimming, running, and scrambling around on hikes throughout Michigan and Wisconsin. He’s recovered so well from the surgery that I frequently forget that he even had it. I can’t recommend Dr. Pollard-Wright enough. She gave my best friend a new lease on life and cared about him specifically throughout the process.
Nick Carnahan
When our sweet 8yo German Shepherd mix, Alice, was first diagnosed with a torn ACL we feared the worst. Was she too old to have surgery? Would she be able to make a full recovery? We’re so thankful that we chose Dr. Pollard. She immediately put us at ease and answered our many question thoroughly. Alice’s surgery went better than we could’ve ever expected and more importantly Dr. Pollard carefully guided us through the rehab process. I cannot stress enough how important that was for Alice’s recovery. We were so pleased with the results that when Alice tore her other ACL 18 months later we knew exactly who to call. I’m proud to say that Alice is a happy, healthy and active 11yo dog. We are forever grateful for what Dr. Pollard has done for us.”
Bryan Ziefle
My experience with Dr. Holly Pollard was absolutely awesome!! She was so informative, helpful, and thorough in her communications on what to expect prior, during, and after surgery. My 7 year old Golden Retriever, Bella, had shredded her ACL and surgery was inevitable. Her post rehabilitation services (which were included with surgery), were outstanding. We met with her every 2 weeks post op for physical therapy and were given explicit directions and videos on what to do in between sessions. I feel this was the key to Bella’s full recovery.
April Roggenbuck, Bella’s mom
Cooper had his first surgery in November and his second in March . Dr. Pollard Wright performed both surgeries and her team was so thorough, caring and compassionate, both to me and Cooper. Dr. Pollard Wright outlined the rehab therapy that would need to be done at home and in clinic.
Colleen Dunbar, New Berlin, WI
You will not find a better surgeon for your pet than Dr. Holly Pollard Wright, and you will not find a more compassionate, caring, sensitive person for you as you go through this with your pet than Dr. Holly. Dr. Holly I will forever be in your debt for giving me my ball playing, fast running and high energy dog back!
I just wanted to thank you for the great program you have of combining surgery and rehab together to fix both of Jade’s legs. He is so much happier running, jumping and doing what ever trouble he can get in to. You were also very understanding when you felt Jade needed additional therapy on his legs, so instead of 5 sessions you provided 6 sessions, at no additional charge for me. Thank you for caring for Jade while he went though a very thorough and complete program with you. “Jader” as you like to call him, thanks you too.
Kris Panenka
I can’t say thank you enough for all you have done for Polly and I these last few months. Deciding to go ahead with the surgery for her luxating patella was a big decision for us but right from the beginning you filled us with confidence that it was the right thing to do to better her life. There is such a difference now between the way she is and the way she was before surgery and I am so thankful to see her enjoying life comfortably again.
Amanda Grundle
Our rescue dog Poppy and I, had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Pollard about a year ago. Poppy had managed to tear both her ACLs within 2 weeks of each other. We decided to have the knees fixed so she wouldn’t be lame for the rest of her life. Poppy recovered well so we decided to have her other leg done What impressed me the most was the post-surgical care she gave Poppy. I have been in health care for 40+ years and have worked closely with many “people” orthopedic surgeons. They have always said the post-op rehab and PT can be as or even more important than the surgery itself. Poppy is doing extremely well. She loves to run and play (Poppy that is) and is probably the happiest dog I have ever met. Dr. Holly Pollard-Wright is very patient with her patients and a great teacher. I had no problem following the rehab information she gave me, both at the appointments and by e-mail, to do Poppy’s rehab at home. Holly Is a great Doctor! 5 stars easy. I would recommend her to everyone.
Andy Bean RN CRNA
I want to thank you very much for the way in which you performed the double TPLO on my buddy Domino after he blew out both ACL’s. The manner in which you performed his surgery was not only professional but also extremely compassionate. I am also very happy with the way you took that extra step in the five sessions of physical therapy post surgery. He moves extremely well now and he is more than ready for the upcoming duck hunting season. I look forward for another seven years of having a active dog to be my hunting buddy.
Michael Stockinger
Dr. Pollard is a very skilled surgeon, but this is not what distinguishes her from all the others. For me, what distinguishes Dr. Pollard is her personality, accessibility, focus on rehabilitation (in-office and at-home rehabilitative care), and sincere desire to do what is in the best interest of my dog.
Kimberly D. Hassell, Ph.D.
I cannot adequately express the significance of the initial consultation with Dr. Pollard. I was instantly struck by how Dr. Pollard explained Abbey’s injuries in a detailed, technical, and thorough manner, yet maintained a very respectful and accessible demeanor. She was not directive, which is what I had experienced with medical doctors/veterinarians in the past; Dr. Pollard invited open, direct discussion.
As I have already stated, Dr. Pollard is a skilled surgeon and both of Abbey’s TPLO surgeries went well, but it is Dr. Pollard’s temperament and post-surgical aftercare that sets her apart. What is truly unique about Dr. Pollard is her focus on post-surgery rehabilitation. The rehabilitation is what has had the greatest impact on Abbey’s healing process. Dr. Pollard approaches the rehabilitation sessions in the same manner in which she approached the consultation: she explains everything she does and why. Dr. Pollard incorporates me into each rehabilitation session, instructing me on each technique she employs. She utilizes a variety of rehabilitative methods for holistic healing; Dr. Pollard’s concern and targeted techniques focus not just on Abbey’s leg, but her core, back, hips, joints, and psyche. And, quite literally, there is nothing that Dr. Pollard does during rehabilitation that is not thoroughly explained. This approach not only makes me more confident in Dr. Pollard’s expertise but in my own ability to continue Abbey’s rehabilitation at home. Having now completed eight rehabilitation sessions with Dr. Pollard, I can attest to the impact rehabilitation has had on Abbey’s recovery, mobility and confidence. I can sincerely say that I have my sweet, beautiful, silly, self-assured Abbey back – ten pounds lighter with clean white(ish) teeth – and she is even walking 20 minutes three times a day!