Amicus / a’mi:kus /
Friend; companion
“whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection”
At Amicus Animal Rehabilitation, we provide evidence-based physical therapy & rehabilitation to help your best friend, whether feline or canine, achieve the highest function & quality of life possible
We bring all the necessities of rehabilitation to the comforts of your own home where your pets are most comfortable, all while also conveniently working around your schedule
Above all, our mission is to help any/all animals in need. Therefore, 2% of our profits are donated to animal rescues near & far 🌎
Our
services
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Progressive rehab treatment programs customized to you & your pet's needs/goals
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Neurologic rehabilitation for pets diagnosed with IVDD, FCE, stroke, etc.
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Therapeutic exercise to improve strength and overall conditioning
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Post-operative rehabilitation from surgeries such as: TPLO, patellar luxation repair, limb correction, & the like
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Maintenance programs and/or palliative care for geriatric pets & pets with chronic, degenerative, or progressive conditions
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Manual therapy (joint mobilizations, Graston™, soft tissue work, trigger point release, etc.)
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Massage Therapy
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Trialing, ordering, & fitting custom adaptive equipment (braces, prosthetics, carts, etc.)
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Supplemental modalities (cold laser therapy, electrical stimulation, PEMF therapy)
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Home modifications to help adapt to your pet’s functional status
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Treating both felines & canines of all ages 🐱 🐶
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All treatments and services in the comforts of your own home
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Use of empirical tools to track progress (i.e. goniometry, thermal imaging)
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Practicing physical therapy rooted in current, evidence-based research
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In-person and/or virtual appointment options
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Various treatment packages to fit any schedule or budget
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Fear Free® certified
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Ability to rent out or purchase modalities or equipment
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Available to travel beyond the Portland metro area to neighboring regions, even 30+ miles away!
What sets us apart
Dr. Natasha Bui
PT, DPT, CCRT
After a life-changing auto accident in 2010 and subsequently receiving physical therapy, Natasha became inspired to pursue the field of rehabilitation. After receiving her B.S. in Psychology from the University of Houston, she went on to obtain her Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from George Fox University.
Natasha primarily specialized in pediatrics & Early Intervention during her first 3 years as a physical therapist, but after temporarily relocating to Chicago with her husband and their 2 rescue cats (Spaghetti & Chalupa Batman) in 2019 she began working at the renowned Shirley Ryan AbilityLab where she transitioned to adult neuro. During this time, she concurrently pursued her certification in canine rehabilitation (CCRT) through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute, becoming certified in 2021.
Natasha has always had a strong passion for animals that began in her earlier years while living in Houston where she was involved with local rescues, particularly focusing on the city’s stray population. After moving back to Portland in 2021 and starting Amicus, Natasha is excited to finally integrate her love for helping animals with her expertise in physical therapy in order to better the lives of every single pet!
Dr. Becca Switzer
PT, DPT, CCRT
When asked during her first job interview as a newly graduated physical therapist what her 5 year plan was, Becca answered "I hope I'm working with dogs by then!". Although the road to animal rehab took a bit longer than she'd hoped, she is now thrilled to say she's met that goal and officially received her CCRT certification through CRI in 2026!
Becca graduated from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. in 2018 as a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and specialized in neurologic rehabilitation for most of her career - working at OHSU, Legacy RIO, as well as helping start up a local outpatient neuro PT clinic, Neuro Base Camp, with her husband. After experiencing burnout in the human healthcare system, she serendipitously connected with the Amicus girls and followed her dream of working with animals
Her dedication for helping animals spans from assisting injured crows and taking in stray kittens to volunteering weekly at the Multnomah County Animal Services walking shelter dogs. Becca feels strongly about advocating for local rescues and shelters to help animals find their forever homes. Working closely with shelter dogs has given her the skills to manage dogs with a variety of behaviors, including fear, stress, and anxiety. She has 3 of her own rescue dogs- Khaleesi, Lupa and Eevee - as well as a handsome black cat named Pogie.
Autumn Skaj, cSAMT
Client Care Coordinator
Animal Massage Therapist
Autumn has a long history of working with dogs and cats in various animal shelter/rescue and behavior positions in both California and Oregon since 2018. She's passionate about creating a safe and nurturing atmosphere for pets of all backgrounds while under her care. She received her Small Animal Massage Certification through the Northwest School of Animal Massage in 2025 and values the lifelong pursuit of furthering her animal care skills in all aspects. She specializes in working with pets with complex behavioral backgrounds, cultivating the human-animal bond, and tailoring every session to prioritize meeting the physical and mental needs of each individual pet! Her adorable rescue trio include Moose, Mazzy, and Evie
Here at Amicus, we advocate for a multi-disciplinary approach to maximize your pet's rehab potential & outcome
We strongly feel that in order to successfully create a cohesive treatment plan, collaboration between owner, therapist, veterinarian, and all other specialist(s) involved are vital so that we - as a collective team - can meet every single one of you and your pet's needs & goals!