The Haven Hydrotherapy Clinic

13/07/2025

Qute Daisy ! Daisy is a 10 months old Shih tzu puppy
Daisys wise owners wanting her to be water confident at an early age but importantly exercising young puppies in an environment that is totally non-weight-bearing ,
therefore has no impact on joints and orthopaedic structures that are still growing and prone to damage if a young developing dog is over exercised causing damage into adulthood !
Although cute !these young puppy swims are also very important it’s a hydrotherapists responsibility to get it right first time as with all the dogs!
But when dogs have never swum before they need to be introduced calmly ,kindly and safely with patience so as not to knock their confidence!
this is accomplished here !
most dogs go onto absolutely love their hydrotherapy and a water loving life ! Bonus living where we all do !
Great first swim Daisy well done !

Call 07711177160 to book
Insurance & veterinary approved centre
Established 2008
Registered practioner


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12/07/2025

Struggling to get your dogs exercised in the hot weather ?
Worried about lack of exercise?
come to Hydrotherapy
Extended opening hours to cater for all work patterns ensuring your dog still remains exercised safely during the hot weather !
Call 07711177160 to book !

10/07/2025

What a result !
Logan has lost 3 kilos and his operative knee is stable and his weak opposing knee is now stable not requiring surgery!RESULT !!
Congratulations Logan !

when dogs have knee surgery there is a 60% chance of the other knee failing due to the high level of  disproportionate weight bearing it’s put under leading up  to surgery as it has been supporting the weak knee therefore sadly is often the case that the opposing knee will then need surgery
Hydrotherapy reduces this by enabling us to strengthen the knee leading up to surgery /
post surgery and even preventing surgery!

If your dog is experiencing knee issues or any orthopaedic issues, pre-surgery or post surgery where appropriate please call
07711177160
Karen Fitz-Hugh
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk
Start narrative January 19 th 2025
Hello Logan !
Logan ,a beautiful chocolate Labrador of seven years young .
He is post operative for a procedure known as MMP
Modified Maquet Procedure for a torn cruciate ligament , this procedure is a simplified version of a TTA tibial tuberosity
Which I know many of you may be familiar with with your own dogs ..
Logan is here for rehabilitation and strengthening of his operative leg and also to stabilise and help his opposing knee which is weak
He is wonderful! So strong ! Logan ..
early days but already very proud of you
Gaining confidence with each treatment!

06/07/2025

Henry 6 years French bulldog x Spaniel
He has been experiencing lameness after exercise and on rising finding movement generally difficult
Henrys vet has recommended  hydrotherapy to his owner !
Henry is showing signs of arthritis and we are commencing course of Hydrotherapy to assist Henry in being more comfortable and stabilising joints to prevent further damage
Building muscle and core strength and getting his cardiovascular fitness back !
He’s a lovely dog and after just his second session gaining confidence!
07711177160 to book your beloved dog today !

03/07/2025

You may remember Ruby a cute border terrier who came to Haven Hydrotherapy experiencing stiffness and issues with her knees making life just a little bit more difficult for her including getting up ,,
so through a program of Hydrotherapy
we have helped to stabilise Ruby‘s knees by building good muscle surrounding the knee and hip area 
Ruby’s owners as many owners have stated
Have already had to let her collar out one hole as all swimmers necks /shoulders and trapezius muscles develop through swimming , a universal  exercise for the body!
As an extra bonus Ruby has become more adventurous in water as she shows on her recent holiday here.
Another great result helping Ruby to remain active and stronger for longer !
Thanks to Rubys owners commitment to her treatment
Call 07711177160 help your dog back to health today
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk

27/06/2025

We have another “winner “ this week
Lovely Baileys start journey is below !
it’s been an up and down road but we’re 99%there ! Cruciate issues do take months to heal but no surgery required !
Happy Birthday for yesterday Bailey hope you enjoyed your steak dinner !
you are a beautiful collie and so proud of you !
Thank you to Baileys owners for choosing Haven Hydrotherapy for your beloved dog’s treatment & your testimonial for Baileys journey!
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk



Can't recommend Karen at Haven Hydro enough. She's has worked miracles for my Bailey. On the brink of an operation when I called Karen and she was willing to assess him 1st. 7 months on Bailey is almost back to normal and loving life. Not only has Karen worked hard with Bailey her advise has been amazing re walks , food and even what extra food / supplements will help. Bailey isn't the best swimmer but he trust Karen and I love seeing their bond they have

25/06/2025

Robbie’s recovery is almost complete !
WE WON !
Surgery not required for cruciate issue thank you to his forward thinking vet’s referral to potentially avoid surgery one of many thank you Amanda
And his owners commitment to hydrotherapy !




Is your dog suffering with cruciate issues?
Trying to avoid surgery ( if appropriate )
Call 07711177160
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk
Hydrotherapy works!

25/06/2025

Robbie’s initial start post …,

Welcome Robbie to Haven !
Robbie a Brittany spaniel has a cruciate issue ,
his owner & Vet looking to heal via hydrotherapy potentially avoiding surgery
Great start Robbie , we will keep you posted on this lovely dogs progress !

Is your dog experiencing cruciate( knee) lameness ?
Hydrotherapy is a powerful tool for healing and recovery many insurance companies will pay for a course of hydrotherapy such is the success rate !

www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk
Karen Fitz-Hugh
07711 177160
Established 2008
Registered practitioner
Insurance approved

24/06/2025

Arthritis is a crippling condition causing
Inflammation & pain .
If you suffer with arthritis you will
Know how painful arthritis can be !
Hydrotherapy is scientifically proven to help arthritis
Exactly why insurance companies pay for treatment ! It works !
If you are insured, you may find that you’re covered for Hydrotherapy too !
Or non insured a short course will see a definitive change in your dog !
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk for testimonials and FB /insta
Veterinary and insurance approved centre
Established 2008
Registered practitioner
Call Karen Fitz-Hugh. 07711177160

Help change your dogs life today !

18/06/2025

18/06/2025

Hello Heidi ! Six year old GSD
Heidi liked walking in water but a bit worried about going deeper ! Especially living coastal as we do !
These confidence swims are SO important!
They need to be correct from the start as with all swims ! Or confidence is lost ! Like with anything new …
but I know we do a great job as they love it ! !
Add your comments from your first swim here ! And all the dogs who have gone on to LOVE hydro and swimming!

We have two sessions completed and Heidi I think will become another water “ baby “ and such brillant exercise totally non weight bearing for muscle building and cardiovascular conditioning !
www.havenhydrotherapy.co.uk
Call 07711177160 to book your dog today

12/06/2025

It’s our very dear❤️ Arthur’s birthday
“Arthur the legend! “
Arty you are amazing, our so cuddly , loving ,brave , treat loving , swimming loving chocolate love bundle and we ❤️LOVE ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️you
more than words can ever say !
Enjoy your doggy cake and present filled day ! Steaks 🥩 up tonight !
Thank you for filling everyday with boundless fun and unconditional love
You make every moment so special just by being you we love ❤️and adore ❤️you Arty ###x