Wags to Wellness - Canine Massage and Rehabilitation Solutions

Wags to Wellness - Canine Massage and Rehabilitation Solutions Hi, I’m Steph! 👋
I’m a Physiotherapist 🏋️ and a Remedial Massage and Exercise Therapist for Dogs! 🐾
We service 📍Geelong 📍Ballarat 📍Melbourne

Hello, I'm Steph, the founder and heart behind Wags to Wellness. With a profound love for dogs and a background as a certified physiotherapist, I've made it my life's mission to combine my passion for our four-legged friends with my expertise in the world of physiotherapy. Since I can remember, dogs have been a central part of my life. Their unwavering loyalty, boundless energy, and boundless love

have always filled my heart with joy. I've witnessed firsthand the remarkable impact a dog can have on our lives, bringing happiness and companionship to countless families. My own furry companions have inspired me to create a haven where dogs can receive the specialized care they deserve. As a certified physiotherapist, I've had the privilege of working with both human and canine patients. The experience of helping people recover from injuries and improve their quality of life through physiotherapy has been incredibly fulfilling. However, it was my love for dogs that led me to expand my focus. I saw the potential to bring the same level of care, expertise, and compassion to our canine companions. Wags to Wellness was born from a simple yet powerful idea – that every dog deserves a life filled with vitality and joy. My vision for this venture is to provide top-notch canine remedial massage, rehabilitation solutions, all centered around the well-being of your beloved dogs. Whether it's helping a senior dog regain their mobility, aiding in the post-surgery recovery of a puppy, or simply bringing comfort to a furry friend in need, I'm committed to making a positive impact on the lives of dogs and their families. Thank you for choosing Wags to Wellness. We look forward to meeting you and your beloved furry companions. With warm regards,
Steph
Founder, Wags to Wellness

We’ve refreshed our Instagram highlights to make it easier for you to learn more about what makes Wags to Wellness speci...
14/12/2024

We’ve refreshed our Instagram highlights to make it easier for you to learn more about what makes Wags to Wellness special. 🐾 Head over to our profile and check out:

🌟 Reviews: See what our amazing clients have to say about their Wags to Wellness experience. Spoiler alert—it’s all tail wags and happy endings! 🐶
🌟 Clients: Meet the incredible dogs we’ve had the privilege to work with. Their journeys are heartwarming and inspiring! 🐕
🌟 Services: Discover the range of canine wellness services we offer, including massage, rehabilitation, mobility solutions, and more!
🌟 About Me: Learn more about the heart behind Wags to Wellness—our passion, qualifications, and dedication to helping your pups thrive.
🌟 Why Us?: Find out why Wags to Wellness is the trusted choice for dog lovers in Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, and beyond.

🐾 Whether it’s reducing discomfort, improving mobility, or enhancing quality of life, we’re here to support your furry family members every step of the way.

📲 Follow us on Instagram and explore our highlights today!

🐾  Anti-Knuckling Training Socks 🐾  Does your dog struggle with knuckling, where their paws drag or fold under while wal...
13/12/2024

🐾 Anti-Knuckling Training Socks 🐾

Does your dog struggle with knuckling, where their paws drag or fold under while walking? Anti-knuckling training socks might be the solution you’ve been looking for! 🐶✨

These specialized socks are designed to:
✔️ Improve paw placement
✔️ Strengthen muscles in the affected limb(s)
✔️ Encourage a natural walking pattern
✔️ Prevent injuries caused by dragging paws

Knuckling can happen for various reasons, such as neurological conditions, injuries, or muscle weakness. These socks can make a huge difference in your pup’s mobility and quality of life—but proper fitting and usage are critical for safety and effectiveness.

💡 Important Reminder: Always consult a professional before purchasing and using anti-knuckling training socks for your dog. A tailored assessment ensures that the socks are suitable for your pup’s specific needs and are fitted correctly to avoid causing harm.

📩 Contact Wags to Wellness today to book an appointment, and let us guide you and your furry friend to better mobility and well-being!

🐾 Meet Honey 🐾  Honey is an 8-year-old ex-racing greyhound who has been through a lot in her life. A while back, she sli...
13/12/2024

🐾 Meet Honey 🐾

Honey is an 8-year-old ex-racing greyhound who has been through a lot in her life. A while back, she slipped on tiles and injured her rear end. Over time, this injury has affected her ability to control her back legs, and now Honey needs support to walk, with her front legs doing all the work.

Recently, Honey's mental health has started to impact her progress—just like with humans, depression can make it harder for dogs to recover and thrive. 🐕💔 But we’re not giving up on this sweet girl!

We’re working closely with Honey’s family to create a plan that focuses on improving her physical function and, just as importantly, boosting her emotional well-being. With the right care, patience, and love, we’re hopeful Honey can regain her quality of life and feel like herself again. 💛

Stay tuned for updates on Honey’s journey—we’re rooting for her every step of the way! 🐾✨

🐾 Meet Chester! 🐾  Chester, a playful 2-year-old labradoodle, came to Wags to Wellness for an assessment to give his lov...
11/12/2024

🐾 Meet Chester! 🐾

Chester, a playful 2-year-old labradoodle, came to Wags to Wellness for an assessment to give his loving owner peace of mind about his health. Chester had broken his left arm as a pup, and his owner wanted to ensure everything was still in tip-top shape—and we’re happy to report that the break has fully healed! 🙌🎉

During our assessment, we discovered a bit of tightness in Chester’s left hip (the cause is unknown, but nothing to worry about). To help, we taught his owner some simple massage techniques and range of motion exercises to keep him feeling great. 🐶💆‍♂️

We also noticed some crepitus (a crackling or popping sound) in Chester’s wrists. While it’s not causing any issues now, we suggested swimming as a great low-impact exercise to support his joint health. And as Chester ages, we’ll keep an eye on things and help manage any arthritis if it develops. Prevention and early intervention are key! 💪✨

It was a joy working with you, Chester! Keep wagging that tail, and we’ll see you next time! 🐕💕

APPOINTMENT TIMES  https://wagstowellness.com.au/🐾 Ready to pamper your pet? Book now for a tail-wagging experience at W...
10/12/2024

APPOINTMENT TIMES https://wagstowellness.com.au/
🐾 Ready to pamper your pet? Book now for a tail-wagging experience at Wags to Wellness! 🐾 Check out our available appointments below and secure your furry friend's spot today. Let's make their wellness a top priority!
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🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉  We’re celebrating 12 months of Wags to Wellness and our LOVE for all the amazing dogs and puppies w...
09/12/2024

🎉 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🎉

We’re celebrating 12 months of Wags to Wellness and our LOVE for all the amazing dogs and puppies we’ve met! 🐾 To say thank you, we’re giving YOU the chance to win a FREE Wags to Wellness session for a dog massage and exercise program! 🐶💆‍♀️💪

Here’s how to enter:
✅ Follow on Instagram
✅ Follow on Facebook (link in bio!)
✅ Tag your dog-loving friends in the comments (each tag = one entry, so the more, the merrier!)

The Prize (valued at $170 AUD):
✨ 1 x Initial Massage & Exercise Session (60 minutes)

Who can enter?
📍 This giveaway is open to residents of Melbourne, Geelong, Ballarat, and surrounding areas.

⏰ Entries close: 11:59pm AEDT, 4th Jan 2025.
🏆 Winner announced: 5th Jan 2025 on Instagram and contacted via DM.

⚠️ This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Instagram.

Good luck! Let’s celebrate and pamper those furry friends! 🐕💕

🎄✨ **Wags to Wellness Loves Christmas!** ✨🎄  Look at Ruby sitting so beautifully by her Christmas tree! 🎁🐾 Ruby is defin...
07/12/2024

🎄✨ **Wags to Wellness Loves Christmas!** ✨🎄

Look at Ruby sitting so beautifully by her Christmas tree! 🎁🐾 Ruby is definitely ready to spread some holiday cheer. At Wags to Wellness, we absolutely love this magical season filled with festive lights, cozy vibes, and quality time with our furry friends.

Whether it’s snuggling by the tree, enjoying long walks in the crisp air, or spoiling your pets with some holiday TLC, let’s make this Christmas as joyful as possible—for us *and* our four-legged family members. ❤️

Share your Christmas pet pics with us—we’d love to see how your furry companions are getting into the holiday spirit! 🐶🎅

🌟 Meet Abbi! 🌟  Abbi, an older Labrador, recently joined the Wags to Wellness family! 🐾 She came to us with some stiffne...
07/12/2024

🌟 Meet Abbi! 🌟

Abbi, an older Labrador, recently joined the Wags to Wellness family! 🐾 She came to us with some stiffness in her rear and hips, but this lovely girl was so excited to meet someone new that we needed a little extra time to help her settle down.

Once Abbi realized I was there to help her feel better, she relaxed and truly enjoyed her massage session. 💆‍♀️🐕 Trust was built, and by the end, she was calm and comfortable—ready for her wellness journey to begin!

Abbi will benefit from ongoing monitoring to ensure her stiffness doesn’t progress into arthritis because **prevention is key**! 🌟 Keeping her muscles and joints moving well now will support her in living a happy, healthy, and pain-free life as she ages.

Great work, Abbi! We can’t wait to see you again. 💕

🐾 Welcome Hemi! 🐾Hemi, our newest Wags to Wellness client, came to us with a touch of anxiety—especially around new peop...
06/12/2024

🐾 Welcome Hemi! 🐾

Hemi, our newest Wags to Wellness client, came to us with a touch of anxiety—especially around new people and experiences. On our first meeting, Hemi made it clear she needed her space, and we listened! By respecting her body language and giving her the time she needed, Hemi relaxed within minutes and even came over for some pats. 💖

During her assessment, we noticed slight discomfort in her hips, so we taught her owner some gentle massages and range-of-motion exercises to ease her tightness. Hemi is already on the road to feeling better and may only need one more session for review.

We’re so proud of Hemi’s progress and are always here if she faces any new challenges in the future! 🌟

🐾 Meet Bentley! 🐾We're excited to welcome Bentley to the Wags to Wellness family! Bentley has been dealing with a sublux...
06/12/2024

🐾 Meet Bentley! 🐾

We're excited to welcome Bentley to the Wags to Wellness family! Bentley has been dealing with a subluxing patella, which has been causing him some discomfort and impacting his endurance.

During his first session, we noticed some discomfort in one of his limbs. To help support Bentley’s patella and keep it in the groove, we focused on massages and exercises designed to strengthen his quadriceps. His amazing owner is now equipped with exercises and massage techniques to help improve Bentley's walking gait and overall strength.

Way to go, Bentley! We can't wait to see your progress in the sessions ahead. 💪🐕

🎄✨ Wags to Wellness - Barwon Edge Christmas Twilight Market! ✨🎄We’re so excited to be part of the Barwon Edge Christmas ...
05/12/2024

🎄✨ Wags to Wellness - Barwon Edge Christmas Twilight Market! ✨🎄

We’re so excited to be part of the Barwon Edge Christmas Twilight Market this Friday, 6th December from 4 PM – 8 PM at 40 Windsor Road, Newtown 3220.

Come and visit our stall to learn all about how we can support your furry friends with:
🐾 Canine Remedial Massage
🐾 Rehabilitation Solutions
🐾 First Aid for Pets
🐾 Mobility Aids for Dogs

It’s the perfect opportunity to chat with us, pick up some tips for your pets, and celebrate the festive season! Plus, enjoy the Christmas cheer with live music, stalls, and more. 🎶🎁

We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟

🐾 Welcome, Willow!🐾  We're thrilled to introduce Willow, a new Wags to Wellness client! Willow has been experiencing som...
05/12/2024

🐾 Welcome, Willow!🐾

We're thrilled to introduce Willow, a new Wags to Wellness client! Willow has been experiencing some discomfort in her limbs and poor lower limb awareness. During her assessment, we discovered significant tenderness in her back, which became our primary focus for her first session.

Sometimes it's hard to know which came first—the back pain or the leg pain (the ultimate "chicken or the egg" scenario!). By addressing her back discomfort first, we're paving the way to target her limb pain in our next session.

Willow's dedicated owner is already on board with exercises and massage techniques to help reduce her pain and muscle fasciculations.

Great job, Willow! We're looking forward to seeing you again soon and continuing your wellness journey. 🐶💜

Every dog has a unique potential waiting to be unleashed! Discover how our specialized services can help your furry frie...
01/12/2024

Every dog has a unique potential waiting to be unleashed! Discover how our specialized services can help your furry friend thrive at wagstowellness.com.au.

Celebrate your pup's playful spirit! What’s their favorite way to stay active? Share your thoughts below and let’s inspi...
30/11/2024

Celebrate your pup's playful spirit! What’s their favorite way to stay active? Share your thoughts below and let’s inspire each other!

Discover the amazing bond between dogs and humans, which has been cultivated over thousands of years. These loyal compan...
29/11/2024

Discover the amazing bond between dogs and humans, which has been cultivated over thousands of years. These loyal companions not only provide love and joy but also contribute to our well-being in countless ways.

You asked for it! Wags to Wellness is coming to Ballarat! If you'd like an appointment, let me know 🤙💙
27/11/2024

You asked for it! Wags to Wellness is coming to Ballarat! If you'd like an appointment, let me know 🤙💙

🐾 Meet Sammy! 🐾  Sammy is a sweet 13-year-old German Shepherd experiencing challenges with her rear legs and hips due to...
27/11/2024

🐾 Meet Sammy! 🐾

Sammy is a sweet 13-year-old German Shepherd experiencing challenges with her rear legs and hips due to arthritis and muscle deterioration. Our goal with Sammy’s care is to improve her flexibility and help her achieve more fluent, comfortable movement.

During her session, Sammy was a little hesitant at first, but it didn’t take long for her to realize how relaxing the massage and range-of-motion exercises felt. She even gave a few yawns—a sure sign she was enjoying it! 🥰

However, in follow-up, her owners noted a decline in her walking after she had acupuncture just a few days later. This taught us an important lesson: timing between therapies is key to supporting Sammy’s recovery in the best way possible. In future, we’ll ensure more time between treatments to give her body the space it needs to adjust and benefit fully from each therapy.

This experience reinforces why checking in with clients after a session is so important. It’s not just about providing a service; it’s about learning, adapting, and working together to achieve the best results for our furry friends.

Great job, Sammy, and we’re excited to keep supporting you on your wellness journey! 🐕❤️

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