Operation K9 Academy

17/01/2026

So who are Operation K9 Academy...

Drop us your questions below 👇

16/01/2026

You may have noticed some changes to our website and socials over the past few days...

Here is the official launch of our brand new logo! 🤩

This new logo brings with it exciting new projects - new courses, new CPD events, webinars and continuous improvements to our existing courses and materials - all while staying true to our ethos... quality, innovative training with a personal approach and 1:1 support!

🥳To celebrate, we are offering 10% off all courses until 25th January! 🥳

Contact us today for a friendly, informal chat about how we can help you!

11/01/2026

Introducing our other co founder of Operation K9 Academy 🐾 Rebecca Wilkinson Rvn

Rebecca is a qualified Veterinary Nurse with a passion for canine rehabilitation. After years in clinical practice, she founded in 2014, a thriving canine hydrotherapy centre that has helped hundreds of dogs recover from injury, manage chronic conditions, and improve their quality of life 💦🐾

Bex is passionate about, educating the next generation of hydrotherapists and veterinary professionals in evidence-based canine hydrotherapy and laser technique. Here comes in , raising the industry standard and empowering students to be the best they can be in their role 💪

Bex works between both centres and manages her team of therapists. In her spare time she enjoying mountain biking, netball and spending time with her husband, 3 boys, 5 dogs and a cat!

Happy to answer any questions about setting up a rehabilitation clinic, or training and qualifications 😄👇

06/01/2026

The New Year seemed the perfect time introduce the Academy Team to our new followers!

✨ Meet Vicky – Co-Founder of Operation K9 Academy ✨

Vicky co-founded Operation K9 Academy in 2024 with a clear mission: to bring more high-quality, accessible training opportunities to the industry—especially here in the North.
Her career began in 2010 as a Registered Veterinary Nurse, before expanding into Therapy and Rehabilitation for both horses and dogs. Over the years, Vicky has gained extensive hands-on experience working alongside the team at Operation K9 Hydrotherapy Centre, helping shape the practical, industry-led approach the Academy is known for today.
As the Academy’s Lead Tutor and Assessor, Vicky is here to support you every step of the way. From 1:1 tutorials and support sessions to comprehensive course materials and practical training, you’ll have expert guidance throughout your learning journey.
Outside of the Academy, Vicky is kept busy by her 1-year-old daughter, Piper (a familiar face to many of our 2025 students!), so spare time is limited—but when she finds it, she loves countryside walks with Piper and her Labrador, Indy...another Academy regular 🐾.

💬 Have a question for Vicky or the team? Drop it below! 👇

19/12/2025

🎄Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas 🎄

The team are heading off on their Christmas break in preparation for a very exciting 2026!

Keep your eyes peeled in January for some announcements, events and updates 👀

It's been an incredible 2025 with lots of amazing students, and 2026 is set to be even better!

09/11/2025

Well done to our practical centre hosts Operation K9 Ltd Hydrotherapy Centres and laser guru Emily Ashdown for representing at the ASA 🫶

Such a great evening at Animal Star Awards coming away with Highly commended in the Animal Therapist of the year category.

Even better spending the evening with the Operation K9 team 💜

Thankyou so much to those who voted, it’s been a tough journey the last few years so you don’t know what it means to me.

09/10/2025

** NEWS **

We are now offering the following laser courses

A great chance for therapists and RVN's to up-skill

Get in touch for pricing and availability 📩

Gatehouse Awards - Animal Care and Veterinary Science are pleased to confirm that Operation K9 Academy will now be offering the following qualifications:

1. Level 4 Award in the Principles of Veterinary Laser Therapy
2. Level 4 Certificate in Veterinary Laser Applications

The team at Operations K9 Academy are delighted to offer the only OFQUAL regulated Animal Laser therapy qualifications in collaboration with Precision Animal Laser Training Emily Ashdown - The Laser Trainer

The qualifications can be studied as standalone or in conjunction with the Gatehouse Awards Canine Hydrotherapy qualifications and include both practical and theoretical approaches to animal laser therapy.

For more information please contact the team on [email protected]

30/08/2025

A great couple of days of practical training...some very happy patients loving the extra attention!

We pride ourselves in providing high quality, hands-on practical training in our state of the art centers 💦🐾

Operation K9 Ltd Hydrotherapy Centres

28/08/2025

26/08/2025

Happy International Dog Day 🐾

Here's a big shout-out to all our wonderful patients who allow our students to learn and develop through their treatments and sessions 💦

19/08/2025

Are you a Level 3 Hydro qualification holder looking to upgrade to Level 4?

Check out this feedback from one of our L4 Bridging Qualification students who has recently completed the course!

Find out more about the qualifications we offer here:
www.operationk9academy.co.uk

17/07/2025

Applications are open for our L4 Canine Hydrotherapy qualifications including:

💦 Level 4 Diploma Canine Hydrotherapy - This course is perfect for those new to industry looking for a career change, or current pet professionals, veterinary staff etc looking to expand their career into clinical hydrotherapy. This is an Ofqual regulated, industry recognised qualification.

💦 Level 4 Certificate Clinical Hydrotherapy (Bridging Qualification) - This qualification is for existing L3 holders looking to expand their knowledge and qualifications inline with the increasing industry standard, without having to repeat existing knowledge!

💦 We also offer course packages for current MSK practitioners such as Veterinary Physiotherapists to complete their L4 Hydrotherapy qualification taking into account their existing knowledge and qualifications.

Message for more information or for the online application form link!