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Dr. Kristina Shish

Veterinarian, veterinary rehabilitation specialist and canine fitness trainer. Founder of VRehab.

Better Movement. Better Function.Better Quality of Life.

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Professional introduction

I am a veterinarian specialising in veterinary rehabilitation, sports medicine and canine fitness.

My work combines veterinary experience, international education and a passion for animal movement and physical fitness.

I help animals recover from injuries, improve mobility, build strength and stay active through individual rehabilitation and fitness programmes. I work with different animal species in veterinary rehabilitation and specialise in canine fitness.

My goal is to help every animal move better, stay healthy and enjoy a more active, comfortable life.

Areas of expertise

Kristina Shish examining a dog's forelimb on a treatment table

Veterinary rehabilitation

Helping animals move better, feel more comfortable and enjoy life to the fullest.

Veterinary rehabilitation helps animals recover after injuries and surgery, manage chronic pain, improve mobility and regain strength and confidence in movement. It also supports animals living with orthopaedic, neurological and age-related conditions.

Every animal deserves an individual approach. I work with dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets and other species, adapting rehabilitation to each animal's needs, abilities and health condition.

My goal is to reduce pain, improve physical function and help every animal enjoy the best possible quality of life.

A dog jumping an agility hurdle

Veterinary sports medicine

Helping canine athletes stay healthy, strong and ready to perform.

Whether your dog is just starting a sport or competing at a high level, proper physical preparation is essential. Veterinary sports medicine focuses on injury prevention, physical fitness, strength, endurance and recovery.

I help dogs prepare for physical challenges, reduce the risk of injuries, recover after sports-related injuries and safely return to training and competition.

The goal is to keep dogs active, healthy and performing at their best throughout their sporting lives.

Kristina Shish guiding a dog across two low exercise platforms

Canine fitness

Every dog deserves to feel strong, fit and confident!

Canine fitness is much more than exercise. It helps dogs build strength, improve balance, coordination, flexibility and body awareness while developing better physical fitness.

Whether your dog is a family companion or an active athlete, individualised fitness training can help improve physical condition, support healthy movement, prepare for sports and keep your dog active throughout life.

My goal is to make movement a healthy and enjoyable part of every dog's life.

My Professional Approach

  • Evidence-based rehabilitation

    Clinical decisions draw on veterinary assessment and relevant scientific knowledge.

  • Individual programmes

    Each plan follows the animal in front of me, not a standard protocol alone.

  • Functional assessment

    I look at how the animal moves and what it needs to do in daily life or sport.

  • Clinical reasoning

    Findings, the clinical picture and the goal of treatment stay connected.

  • Working with other clinicians

    Rehabilitation sits alongside veterinary surgeons, neurologists and the wider clinical team.

  • Rehabilitation and sports science

    Conditioning, load and recovery inform both treatment and return to activity.

  • Continued training

    Professional development is part of the work, not a separate extra.

  • Teaching

    I enjoy teaching veterinary professionals, dog trainers and animal owners, and sharing knowledge that helps them understand animals more clearly, recognise potential problems early, and provide better care for their health and well-being.

International Consultations

Online consultations

I offer online consultations in English and Russian, helping animal owners and professionals from around the world.

Duration: 60 minutes

Price: €55

In-person consultations

In-person consultations have taken place in Russia, Belarus, Poland, Spain, the Netherlands and Austria. Availability depends on location, schedule and applicable professional regulations.

Kristina Shish teaching beside a projected anatomy slide while holding a small dog

Teaching and speaking

Sharing knowledge. Inspiring better care.Making a difference.

Since 2020, I have been teaching and sharing my experience in veterinary rehabilitation, sports medicine, canine fitness and animal massage.

I offer lectures, practical workshops, webinars and educational programmes for veterinary professionals, dog trainers, animal owners and canine sports enthusiasts.

My goal is to make knowledge practical and accessible, helping people better understand animal health, recognise problems early, improve movement and learn how to support their animals through rehabilitation, massage and physical training.

Let's learn, grow and make a difference together!

Invite Kristina to Speak

Available for international conferences, veterinary events, educational programmes, practical workshops and professional collaborations.

Qualifications

  • Veterinary work since 2010.
  • Veterinary graduation in 2014.
  • Rehabilitation specialisation since 2017.
  • CCRT completed in 2018.
  • Teaching since 2020.
  • CCFT completed in 2026.
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Contact

For consultations, educational collaboration and speaking enquiries.