K9 Hydrofit Evesham

23/09/2024

What a week it was at K9Hydrofit Evesham last week.
First 2 days training learning rehab exercises so I can offer a full hydro, laser and prescription exercise programmes.
Then a 4 hour workshop teaching canine first aid on Sunday.
And 3 full days in the pool.
Phew it been a busy one.
This week is looking busy with some newbies coming on board. ( hopefully some going straight on to the new rehab programme 😊)

If you are interested in the canine first aid workshop the next one is on Sunday 6th October so get in touch 😊

19/09/2024

2 amazing days learning with Animal Rehabilitation and Health Academy
Another string to my bow.

There will be some rehabilitation packages coming very soon.

10/09/2024

I had a fantastic 4 hours teaching these lovely lot canine First aid on Sunday.
We did lots of hands on practicing health checks, bandaging and CPR.
They are now equipped to handle emergency situations should they arise.
Helen and Kieran are now canine first Aiders TOAST so if they will jump in to action if you are there and your dog takes unwell.

If you are interested in doing the first aid course please let in touch by email [email protected]
WhatsApp 07590 524717

08/09/2024

30/08/2024

is 6 years old today.
It's had is ups and downs, and covid lockdowns to contend with, but I powered through and made to the other side.
I am so proud of how my little business has grown over the last 6 years, and I am proud of myself to battle through a chronic condition to keep going.
I couldn't do it without all of my wonderful clients and furry friends past, present and future.
I will continue to provide the best service I can to help keep your fur family healthy, mobile and pain free ❤️🐶
I am also working on expanding the services to offer the best treatment for your pets. So watch this space.

26/08/2024

The best in show was beautiful Luna, the black labrador who helps her 2 Autistic human siblings. She has such a calming personality, she hasn't had any official support dog training, but she knows just what they need and when ❤️
Reserve best in show goes to the beautiful Staffordshire bull terrier Olive. She was so friendly and super cute ❤️

26/08/2024

Gollie the 15.5 year westie and 14 year old Cassie.
First and second place in the veteran dogs 🩵❤️

26/08/2024

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26/08/2024

26/08/2024

St Peters church/ willersey dog show this afternoon.
Great turn out for a lovely afternoon. 🐶🩵❤️🏅

26/08/2024

🙄😂😂😂 here's my 2 "specials" 🤣🤣

Add your dogs in the comments celebrating international dog day 🐶🐶🐶

26/08/2024

Why not book on to a first aid course here at K9 Hydrofit Evesham to be prepared to look after your fury family in the event of an emergency?

Email [email protected] to book.

26/08/2024

Why not book on to a first aid course here at K9 Hydrofit Evesham to be prepared to look after your fury family in the event of an emergency?

Email [email protected] to book.

20/08/2024

Come and join us classes from 2pm on bank holiday Monday 26th August.

Rosettes and treats to be won.
And a special doggy raffle.🐶🐶

20/08/2024

Come and join us classes from 2pm on bank holiday Monday 26th August.

Rosettes and treats to be won.
And a special doggy raffle.🐶🐶

10/08/2024

Say Hello to Arnie. 🐾
Arnie has been coming to give his sister Macey moral support for a few years now, but today was his first swim.
He is starting some fitness swims to help keep him mobile and strong as he gets older. And to give him some more confidence around water.
Would you believe that he is nearly 11 yrs old?

He did very well on his first swim 💙🩵🐶

10/08/2024

One of my clients has ask me if I any of my clients would like this car crate.
It has been donated to the cat rescue to help raise funds.
Its a aluride double x large crate, 97 x 92 x 68 cm approx 27kg weight. Brand new in box

£100

Please call or message Fran on 07826 529779
For more information.

04/08/2024

Our friends over at TOAST are have a birthday bash for the lovely Oscar.
All entry fees go to charity.
Why not pop over next Sunday for a lovely afternoon with you pupsters 🐶🐶 ( any dogs welcome)

CALLING ALL DOGS… ITS OSCARS BIRTHDAY!

We have teamed up with to throw a big birthday bash for charity.

Starting at 11am we have ….

Complimentary puppachino station
Live music from
BBQ!
Fun activities for the dogs!
Doggie walk starting at 11am!

£10 per dog to go towards rescue animals finding homes. 100% of the money raised goes to the cause and on the day you will meet some of the animals in need. 💕

I hope to see everyone there, more than welcome without a dog too if you just want to be a part of the day ❤️

02/08/2024

Having a bbq this weekend? Why not give this guy a chance.

Shop local and keep small businesses going.

Right folks it looks like the end of the road. Unless a miracle happens in the next two weeks I’m going to have to close for good.
I made the shop exactly how I wanted it and didn’t compromise. If it doesn’t pay doing it honestly then I don’t want to do it anymore.

28/07/2024

Hi Everyone.
This week is going to be a scorcher 🌞hitting the late 20s
So I will be trying to rearrange them, for you to come earlier or a different day.
If your dogs have 2 appointments we may cancel 1 to enable to move others to earlier.
I will be starting at 7am on Tuesday and wednesday as these seem to be the hottest days.
The rest of the week I will keep an eye on.

They will also have a cool shower and left damp to travel home.

This is to ensure your dogs are kept cool and comfortable.

When travelling please consider

Wetting your dog with cool water.

Putting a cold damp towel in your car for your dog to lie on.

Carry plenty of water, for you and your dog.

Drying coats can be wet on the inside with cold water and placed on your dog to help keep them cool. I can wet them before you leave.

Air con if you have it to help keep the car cool.

Please park infront of the unit so that the dogs don't burn their paws.

As always the welfare of your dogs is the most important thing. Please keep them safe and cool in the heat.

28/06/2024

Hi All.

Over the next few weeks I may need to shuffle some appointment times around to enable new Clients to be given appointments.

It may affect some prebooked appointments, however I will try to let you know in advance
In most cases it will only be fifteen minutes either side of the appointment time.

Please double check your reminders the day before your appointment. And remind me to check you next booked appointments.
If there are any problems please let me know.

Also we have had a couple of late arrivals recently so please can I ask for you to be prompt for you appointments or 5 minutes early to ensure we can run on time.
I know sometimes this can be unavoidable in Evesham's Traffic, but if it becomes a regular occurrence you may be turned away.

Thank you for your continued support and co operation with this change.

I want to be able to offer help to those dogs that need it as much as I can.

Photo for attention.
(Ozzy is not impressed with traffic either, it makes him late for a very important naptime 😂)

26/06/2024

Is it true that if we use cold water on heat stroke pets they will go into shock?

One of the most common things we still hear is that we can only use tepid water on a pet with heat stroke, incase they get some complications like hypothermic overshoot, peripheral vasoconstriction hindering a cooling response, and cardiogenic shock...

We have heard not to use cold water in case it causes shock... this rarely happens!

But guess what? In a recent study over 26% of dogs presented with heat stroke died, with flat faced breeds making up nearly half of heat stroke cases seen in the study.

You should:

💧Get someone to call the local veterinary practice and tell them you're going to travel down with a heat stroke patient
💧Pour, hose or if possible immerse the pet in very cold water (this should obviously be done under constant supervision, ensuring the head is fully above water and immersion should not be attempted if the animal is too large, or you are unable to do so without hurting yourself)
💧NB: If using a hose pipe, make sure it has run through until cold, as they can often contain water that is extremely hot in the tubing initially
💧Do not drape in towels and leave them in situ. Keep the cold water flowing.
💧Move to a cool, shaded area
💧Prepare to transport to vets in a cold, air conditioned car

In studies they found that:

🌅International consensus from sports medicine organisations supports treating EHS with early rapid cooling by immersing the casualty in cold water.
🌅Ice-water immersion has been shown to be highly effective in exertional heat stroke, with a zero fatality rate in large case series of younger, fit patients.
🌅Hyperthermic individuals were cooled twice as fast by Cold Water Immersion as by passive recovery.
🌅No complications occurred during the treatment of three older patients with severe heat stroke were treated with cold‐water immersion.
🌅Cold water immersion (CWI) is the preferred cooling modality in EHS guidelines and the optimal method applicable to UK Service Personnel
🌅Studies suggest using either ice-water or cold-water immersion

The best intervention is PREVENTION, but if you find yourself with an animal with heat stroke, using cold water either by pouring, hosing or ideally (if safe) immersion then this may help reduce their temperature to safe levels while you transport to a veterinary practice.

Read more below:

https://www.vetvoices.co.uk/post/cool-icy-cold-or-tepid

25/06/2024

24/06/2024

Another misinformed individual who's advice is old and out of date.

For the most up to date information and research for heatstroke please take a look at Dr David Marlin page

https://drdavidmarlin.com/managing-dogs-in-hot-weather/

🐕ADVICE ON COOLING THAT COULD KILL YOUR DOG!!!🐕

Every year its the same. Some misinfromed person with no qualifications or expertise or knowledge shares this stupid and inaccurate post (or a version of it) about how to treat a dog with heatstroke, which will ironically INCREASE ITS RISK OF DYING FROM HEATSTROKE.

🐕PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE....
🐕DO NOT RE-SHARE THESE POSTS
🐕PLEASE REPORT TO FACEBOOK

🐕HEATSTROKE IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY WHICH IF NOT TREATED IMMEDIATELY WILL LIKELY BE FATAL!🐕

🐕Here is accurate and uptodate advice that will reduce the risk of an over-heated dog dying from heatsroke. https://drdavidmarlin.com/managing-dogs-in-hot-weather/
🐕PLEASE SHARE THIS INSTEAD! SHARING THIS COULD SAVE A DOG FROM DYING FROM BAD ADVICE!

thank you

24/06/2024

24/06/2024

Remember, if it’s too hot for your hands or your bare feet, then it’s too hot for their paw pads! ⚠️

If you’re unsure whether it’s okay to let your pet go for a walk on pavements, a simple way to test the temperature is by holding your bare skin on the tarmac for five seconds ⏱️

If you find it painful, then your pet will find it painful to walk on!

To protect your pet, it’s best to avoid walks during the hottest part of the day, which is usually between 8am and 6pm. If you can't safely exercise your dog, missing a day won't hurt.

[Visual description: A close-up picture of a dog’s paw pad which looks very red and sore after being burnt from walking on a hot pavement.]