Squirrels Chase Veterinary Physiotherapy

11/11/2024

Happy 3rd birthday Mango 🥳💜

For those who aren’t familiar with Mango’s story: she was diagnosed with swimmer’s syndrome- a rare condition that left her unable to stand or walk- when she was just three weeks old. Facing being put down due to the uncertain nature of her condition, I stepped in and rescued her. Through intensive physiotherapy and rehabilitation, Mango has not only learned to walk but can now run, jump, and play without any sign of her early struggles. Today, you would never know that she once couldn’t stand or walk. I couldn’t be prouder of how far Mango has come, and I’m absolutely in love with her 💜🥳🥭

06/11/2024

Two happy dogs and one happy physio 💜

04/11/2024

Our advanced hydrotherapy suite features a state of the art underwater treadmill and a 4 way gait analysis system, the only one available in the area. This system allows me to assess your dog’s movement from multiple angles, providing detailed insights into their gait mechanics.

Hydrotherapy is beneficial for large range of conditions; a few include:
🐾 Osteoarthritis and joint pain
🐾 Post surgical recovery
🐾 Weight management
🐾 Orthopaedic conditions including cruciate ligament injuries and hip/elbow dysplasia
🐾 Mobility and balance issues
🐾 Neurological conditions
🐾 Improving fitness for competition/ working dogs

Exclusive offer: To celebrate our launch, we are offering £10 off your dog’s first hydrotherapy session for the month of November!

Book now to secure your spot! 🐶🐾

31/10/2024

31/10/2024

We are now taking bookings for canine hydrotherapy, featuring our state-of-the-art Tudor underwater treadmill equipped with a comprehensive gait analysis videography system 🐶🐾

Canine hydrotherapy uses the properties of warm water (29-30°C) to aid rehabilitation, improve range of motion, reduce pain and enhance gait patterns in a controlled setting. This therapeutic approach leverages water's natural resistance and buoyancy to support recovery from injuries and provide effective pain relief.

The buoyancy reduces weight-bearing on joints, promoting optimal gait patterns, flexibility, and improved range of motion. Hydrotherapy is highly effective in managing various conditions, including arthritis, cruciate ligament injuries, and spinal issues. Beyond injury treatment and prevention, hydrotherapy is invaluable for general fitness and muscle strengthening, making it a popular choice for canine athletes. Plus, many dogs find exercising in water to be both fun and stimulating!

Hydrotherapy isn’t just for dogs recovering from injury—it’s also a great way to meet your dog’s exercise needs, especially as the days get shorter.

Take advantage of £10 off your first hydrotherapy session this November! Contact me today to book your spot!

📞 07442 878945
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30/10/2024

I am incredibly excited to announce that Squirrels Chase Veterinary Physiotherapy now has a canine underwater treadmill and is taking bookings!

I cannot thank everyone enough who has helped me get here. Thank you to my amazing clients and the veterinary practices that have supported me. To show my appreciation, I am offering £10 off your first water treadmill session to all my current clients. A massive thank you to for this treadmill—I am very excited to embark on this new chapter.

08/10/2024

🐾 Online gait analysis is now available! 🐾

This service is perfect for those wanting to understand their dog’s movement patterns. Get evidence-based insights, detect potential injuries, and collaborate with veterinary professionals. It provides valuable information for better decision making and is ideal for dogs facing behavioural issues or for owners in countries where this service isn’t available.

For more information, please contact me at [email protected], or you can book directly through my website, link is in my bio 🐶🐕

https://scvetphysio.co.uk/book/

04/10/2024

17/09/2024

💜 Opie 💜

Opie has started his physiotherapy journey with me after being diagnosed with hip dysplasia and intervertebral disc disease.

Through tailored treatment and therapeutic exercises, I am focused on reducing his pain, improving mobility, building strength and helping him feel his best again 💜

Hasn’t he got the best haircut 😍

23/08/2024

I am excited to announce the opening of my brand new canine physiotherapy clinic 🥳

Over the next month, the old clinic room will undergo renovation to be ready for a new piece of equipment 🤩

Thank you to all my amazing clients for your support during this time. Also, thank you to everyone who helped get the clinic ready 💜

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16/08/2024

💜 Fergusson 💜

Fergusson was referred to me after his owners observed some behavioural changes and a noticeable disliking to wooden flooring. Following a comprehensive assessment, various areas of pain, weakness, and restriction were identified, especially throughout his iliopsoas muscles, and subsequently treated. He underwent regular physiotherapy, which included laser therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, manual therapies and therapeutic exercises. I am happy to report that Fergusson is now back to his lively self, with no behavioural changes and is much happier on wooden flooring! 🥳

Well done Fergusson 🌟

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12/08/2024

🚨 Announcement 🚨

There are a few very exciting changes coming to Squirrels Chase Veterinary Physiotherapy in the next couple of months! 🌟 Our clinic will be undergoing refurbishment, but this will not affect any of your appointments.

In a couple of weeks, the clinic will be moving into a brand new room at the same address, designed with your dog’s comfort in mind. Please bear with me during this time, and if there is anything I can do to make your dog more comfortable at the clinic, please let me know- because I care 🐾🥰

Stay tuned for updates, and thank you for your continued support! 💜

06/08/2024

💜 Blu 💜

Blu has monthly physiotherapy appointments after his hindlimb amputation. With only three legs, his gait pattern and posture have had to adapt, putting additional strain on soft tissue structures as well. Physiotherapy helps him manage the change, addressing compensations, reducing pain, improving balance, and enhancing overall strength🐾. He also comes in with a different themed bow tie each month 🎀

Did you know?
A four legged dog supports approximately 60% of their weight on their forelimbs and 40% on their hindlimbs. After a hindlimb amputation, it shifts to approximately 74% on the forelimbs and 26% on the remaining hindlimb 💜

24/07/2024

🌟 Coco🌟

I’ve been working with her for a few weeks now after she became non-weight beating on her right hindlimb. She was diagnosed with bilateral patella luxation, stifle joint effusion and osteoarthritis. Coco is receiving weekly physiotherapy and laser sessions with the aim of reducing pain, encouraging weight bearing and range of motion, reducing effusion and strengthening 🐾💪🏻

16/07/2024

💜 Bodza 💜

In 2022, she started physiotherapy with me after a diagnosis of degenerative lumbosacral stenosis. She was in pain, hesitant to run, jump, or climb stairs, and experienced hindlimb lameness, among other challenges.

After regular physiotherapy sessions and with dedication from her mum Ildiko, Bodza is now pain-free and back to jumping and being her lively self without needing any pain medications. Over the past few years, she has continued to benefit from monthly maintenance physiotherapy sessions to monitor her condition and ensure she stays happy and healthy. 🐾💪

Well done Bodza and Ildiko 💜

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09/07/2024

💜 Scooby 💜

Little Scooby has unfortunately not had the easiest time. He was referred to me by Uxbridge Vets after a femoral head arthroplasty (removal of the ball of the femoral head), and then he had an intervertebral disc herniation.

Scooby received regular physiotherapy, laser therapy, and therapeutic ultrasound treatments, along with a personalised home exercise program that his mum, Sarah, has been diligently working on.

Scooby has made brilliant progress and continues to have physiotherapy sessions twice a month for maintenance. Last week, he even managed a 6-mile coastal path walk with his sister and mum.

I am so proud of Scooby and Sarah. Well done! 💜

02/07/2024

🚫🎾 Why Ball Throwers Can Be Harmful for Dogs 🚫🎾

As a veterinary physiotherapist, I see a large number of injuries caused by ball throwers. While they might seem like a fun and convenient way to play with your dog, they can lead to serious issues such as muscle strains, joint problems, and even more severe injuries due to the high-impact and repetitive nature of the activity.

🐾 There are safer, low-impact exercises that offer excellent physical and mental stimulation for your dog. If you're interested in learning more, feel free to message me. I can recommend activities tailored to your dog's specific needs.

🎾 If You Absolutely Must Play with a Ball:

First, please get rid of your ball thrower.
Warm-Up & Cool-Down: Just like humans, dogs benefit from a good warm-up and cool-down routine, which should be at least 15-20 minutes.
Limit Sessions: Keep playtime short to prevent overexertion.
Rolling the Ball: Roll the ball a few times rather than throwing it long distances.

Your dog's health and happiness are worth more than a few extra fetches. Play smart, stay injury-free! 🐶❤️

05/06/2024

🟥 Out of Office 🟥

I will still be responding to texts, emails, and referral queries, but response times may be slower than normal ☀️✈️