Snowy's Canine Therapy Centre

22/02/2025

🐶 Meet Rupert! 🐾

This beautiful Cocker Spaniel is visiting Snowy’s Canine Therapy Centre to help manage his hip dysplasia – a common condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility.

To keep Rupert comfortable and active, we’ve tailored a plan including:

💦 Hydrotherapy – Low-impact exercise to strengthen muscles, improve joint flexibility, and relieve pressure on his hips.
💆‍♂️ Myotherapy – Targeted massage and muscle work to reduce tension, improve circulation, and support weakened areas.
🔆 Laser Therapy – A pain-free treatment that reduces inflammation, promotes healing, and eases discomfort in affected joints.

With these therapies combined, Rupert is already feeling the benefits, and we’re excited to see his progress! 💙

If your pup struggles with mobility or joint issues, get in touch – we’re here to help them live their best life. 🐾✨

21/02/2025

Say hello to Hattie, the gorgeous Jack Russell Terrier, who has just started her hydrotherapy journey in the Underwater Treadmill following left cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) repair! 💙

Before beginning hydrotherapy, Hattie had several physiotherapy sessions with Gabby, which helped to:
✅ Reduce pain and swelling
✅ Improve joint mobility and flexibility
✅ Activate and strengthen key muscles
✅ Ensure she was ready to move safely in the water

Physiotherapy before hydrotherapy is incredibly beneficial, as it helps dogs regain initial movement and control on land before introducing the additional support and resistance of water. This ensures they get the most out of their treadmill sessions!

The Underwater Treadmill now allows Hattie to exercise in a controlled, low-impact way, helping her:
✅ Strengthen muscles safely without excessive strain
✅ Encourage correct limb movement to prevent compensation
✅ Improve circulation & reduce swelling to support healing

She’s already making fantastic progress, and we can’t wait to see her continue to grow stronger with every step! 🐾✨

20/02/2025

🐶💖 Happy Love Your Pet Day! 💖🐶



Today, we’re celebrating the unconditional love, joy, and companionship that our pets bring into our lives! 🐾💕 As a canine therapy centre, we see firsthand just how special the bond between pets and their humans truly is.



To mark the occasion, our team is sharing photos of their own pets! 🥰🐕 Scroll through and meet our extended fur-family—because just like your pups, they mean the world to us! 🌎🐾



Drop a photo of your beloved pet in the comments—we’d love to see them! 📸👇

20/02/2025

The massage weekend is just around the corner! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to keep your dog feeling their best 💆🏼‍♀️

Contact us now to reserve your space!

Don't miss out! 🐾

Our Massage weekend is filling up fast, and we only have a few spaces left! This is the perfect opportunity to learn hands-on techniques to help your pet relax and feel their best 💆🏼‍♀️

📅 Book now to secure your spot and avoid disappointment!

📩 Send us an email or call to reserve your place!

19/02/2025

🐾 Say hello to these fabulous Flat-Coats! 🐾

Geoff, the 8-month-old Flat-Coated Retriever, joined us today for his very first Learn to Swim session! 🌊🐶 This handsome boy is starting early, as he’s on track to become a working Gundog – and he absolutely loved his initial session! 👏💦

While Geoff was building his confidence in the pool, his big brother Monty was also in for a Physiotherapy check-up with one of our expert Veterinary Physiotherapists. Monty has lumbosacral disease, a condition affecting the lower spine where the lumbar vertebrae meet the sacrum. It can cause pain, stiffness, and weakness in the hind legs, but physiotherapy plays a key role in managing his mobility, reducing discomfort, and keeping him active. 💙🐕

A productive day for these two beautiful boys—something tells us they’ll both be sleeping very well tonight! 😴

15/02/2025

Don't miss out! 🐾

Our Massage weekend is filling up fast, and we only have a few spaces left! This is the perfect opportunity to learn hands-on techniques to help your pet relax and feel their best 💆🏼‍♀️

📅 Book now to secure your spot and avoid disappointment!

📩 Send us an email or call to reserve your place!

13/02/2025

We have been proud to put two young people through the KEITS Apprenticeship

It's THURSDAY here at National Apprenticeship Week, and today let's hear from a KEITS EMPLOYER and a KEITS apprentice.

Snowy's Canine Therapy Centre have been supporting apprentices in their centre and we spoke to Jackie the owner:

"As an employer, our experience with KEITS and their team has been incredibly rewarding. It has brought fresh enthusiasm and a strong work ethic to our apprentices that have worked through the KEITS scheme, while allowing us to nurture and develop their talent tailored to our business needs.

The structured training has ensured a solid foundation of skills, which complements on-the-job experience.

To anyone considering hiring an apprentice, I would wholeheartedly recommend it – it's an investment in the future of both your business and the individual.

For those thinking about applying, it’s an unparalleled opportunity to earn, learn, and grow in a supportive environment."

We also spoke to Jackie's current apprentice, Evie. Find out what she said here: www.KEITS.co.uk/thursday

12/02/2025

Suzy, the adorable Old English Bulldog crossbreed, has been making amazing progress in our underwater treadmill! Suzy has had six sessions with us following cruciate surgery, and her owners are thrilled with her recovery so far. We can’t wait to continue her rehabilitation journey and see her back to her best! 💙👏

11/02/2025

📢 LAST CHANCE TO BOOK! 🐶💆‍♀️

Join us NEXT WEEKEND for our incredible Canine Massage Course with our very own Jess!

📅 Saturday, 22nd Feb – Learn the basics of massage for your active dog 🏃‍♂️🐕
📅 Sunday, 23rd Feb – Hands-on workshop focusing on elderly & arthritic dogs 🤲❤️

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to learn how to help your dog feel their best! All details are on the leaflet—book now! ✨

08/02/2025

Saturday Shenanigans with the gorgeous Mabel 🥰

06/02/2025

Rosie’s Graduated! 🎓

Rosie has officially been signed off from treatment! 🎉 After making so much progress during her Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy sessions (and with a lot of hard work from her amazing owner), she’s made an incredible recovery ❤️‍🩹

We’re so proud of you, Rosie! 🧡

04/02/2025

📢 Our latest newsletter is out! 📢

We’ve got an exciting lineup of events coming up, and we’re thrilled to share them with you! Check out what’s happening over the next few months:

🩹 Canine First-Aid Courses – 1st March & 17th May:
A must for every pet owner who would like to know what to do in an emergency situation!

💆🏼‍♀️ Canine Massage Workshop Weekend – 22nd-23rd Feb:
Learn hands-on techniques to help your dog relax and feel their best.

🐶 Canine Wellbeing Clinic Day – 9th March:
Each session includes the use of our Ekico Tendiboots and Thermal Imaging Camera to help identify areas of concern or discomfort. Only suitable for fit, active, or competing dogs with NO pre-existing conditions.

🏆 Canine Massage Weekend for Canine Athletes with Cushla Lamen – 15th-16th March:
Designed for active dogs to help improve performance and recovery.

Read the full newsletter now for all the details! ⬇️

30/01/2025

🐾 Highlighting Our Canine Therapies: Myotherapy! 🐾

As we continue showcasing our therapies this week, today we’re focusing on Myotherapy—a specialised treatment that helps alleviate pain, improve mobility, and enhance your dog’s overall well-being.

Each session is delivered by one of our fully-qualified team, and includes:

🔍 Assessment & Gait Analysis – Evaluating posture, movement, and muscle condition to identify areas of tension, weakness, or imbalance.
🖐️ Palpation – A hands-on examination to detect muscle tightness, spasms, or discomfort.
💆 Massage Therapy – Using specialised techniques to:
✔️ Release muscle tension
✔️ Reduce stiffness
✔️ Improve circulation
✔️ Improve lymphatic drainage
✔️ Promotes tissue healing
✔️ Manages chronic pain & inflammation
✔️ Enhance relaxation & overall well-being
🦴 Trigger Point Therapy – Targeting specific knots or tight areas that may be causing pain or restricting movement.
💪 Stretching & Mobilisation – Helping to improve flexibility, joint mobility, and muscle function.

Myotherapy can benefit dogs with a wide range of conditions, including:

✔️ Chronic Pain & Arthritis – Helping manage discomfort and stiffness in senior dogs.
✔️ Muscle Strains & Injuries – Supporting recovery from soft tissue injuries.
✔️ Post-Surgical Rehabilitation – Aiding recovery after orthopedic or neurological procedures.
✔️ Sporting & Working Dogs – Maintaining peak condition and preventing injuries.
✔️ Mobility Issues – Supporting dogs with age-related or neurological movement challenges.

Massage isn’t just about relaxation—it’s a powerful tool for pain relief, rehabilitation, and keeping your dog in top condition. Stay tuned this week as we continue highlighting more treatments designed to help your dog feel their best!

📞 Book a session today and give your dog the expert care they deserve!

29/01/2025

🐾 Highlighting Our Canine Therapies: Veterinary Physiotherapy! 🐾

As we continue showcasing our therapies this week, today we’re focusing on Veterinary Physiotherapy—a key treatment that supports recovery, improves mobility, and enhances your dog’s overall well-being.

Each session is led by our fully qualified Veterinary Physiotherapists and includes:

🔍 Static & Dynamic Assessment – Evaluating posture, movement, and muscle balance to identify any areas of discomfort or weakness. We also offer the use of our Stance Analyser and EKICO Tendiboots during the session to enhance the assessment prior to treatment.
🖐️ Palpation – A hands-on assessment to detect muscle tension, joint stiffness, or pain.
💆 Massage Therapy – Eases tight muscles, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation.
⚡ Electrotherapy – Our centre is fully equipped with advanced technologies such as LASER, INDIBA, Winback Tecartherapy allowing us to provide these treatments when beneficial to your dog’s specific condition. However, not all cases require electrotherapy, and its use will be tailored to your dog’s individual needs.
💪 Remedial Exercises – During the session, our Physiotherapists will guide your dog through specific exercises designed to improve strength, coordination, and mobility. Many of these exercises can be continued at home to enhance recovery, build muscle, and support long-term health.

Veterinary physiotherapy can benefit dogs with a wide range of conditions, including:
✔️ Post-surgical rehabilitation – Supporting recovery following orthopedic or neurological procedures.
✔️ Musculoskeletal conditions – Managing osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia, and joint disorders.
✔️ Neurological disorders – Assisting dogs with nerve injuries or degenerative conditions affecting movement.
✔️ Injury prevention and performance maintenance – Beneficial for sporting, working, and highly active dogs.
✔️ Age-related mobility decline – Helping senior dogs maintain strength, flexibility, and comfort.

Physiotherapy is not just about rehabilitation—it plays a crucial role in enhancing mobility, reducing pain, and improving overall quality of life. Stay tuned this week as we highlight more of our therapies and their benefits for your dog.

📞 Book a physiotherapy session today and give your dog the expert care they deserve!

28/01/2025

🐾 Highlighting Our Canine Therapies: Exploring the Underwater Treadmill! 🐾

This week, we’re continuing to showcase the therapies we have to offer to help your dogs lead healthier, happier lives. Today, we’re diving into the benefits of our underwater treadmill—an innovative therapy designed to deliver exceptional results for your pets.

The design of our underwater treadmill includes:
💦 Extended Length: Our treadmill offers extra space, allowing dogs to move naturally and engage their full range of motion for optimal therapy outcomes.
💦 Adjustable Water Levels: Customised to your dog’s size and rehabilitation goals, the water can be raised or lowered to control buoyancy and reduce pressure on joints.
💦 Temperature-Controlled Water: Warm water therapy soothes stiff joints, reduces inflammation, and enhances muscle relaxation during each session.
💦 Clear Sides for Visibility: Allows the therapists a 360° view to monitor movement patterns and posture, ensuring every step is effective and controlled.
💦 Expert Supervision: With our large team, we are able to provide at least three qualified therapists for treadmill sessions for pets that may need additional hands-on!

Why the underwater treadmill is so effective:
🐾 The controlled environment helps to re-educate gait by reducing the weight placed on healing limbs.
🐾 The buoyancy of water encourages a greater range of movement than on land, helping improve flexibility and mobility.
🐾 Resistance from the water helps build muscles while protecting joints from excessive strain, ideal for injury recovery or muscle atrophy.
🐾 Perfect for overweight dogs, as the water supports body weight, reducing stress on joints while allowing for a safe calorie-burning exercise.

Every session is tailored to your dog’s specific needs and abilities, ensuring they feel comfortable and supported every step of the way!

📞 Ready to see the benefits for yourself? Book an underwater treadmill session for your pet today!

27/01/2025

🐾 Highlighting Our Canine Therapies: Starting with Hydrotherapy in our pool! 🐾

This week, we’re showcasing the different therapies we have to offer to help your dogs live healthier, more comfortable lives. First up is our incredible hydrotherapy pool, specifically designed to provide the best possible care and support for your pup!

Here’s what makes our pool stand out:

💦 Spacious Design: Our large pool gives dogs plenty of room to move freely, helping them build strength, improve flexibility, and gain confidence in a safe, controlled environment.
💦 Wide, Concrete Ramp: Easy access for dogs of all sizes and abilities, ensuring even pups with mobility issues feel secure.
💦 Resting Pod: A designated corner for dogs to take a break and recover during their sessions.
💦 Warm Water Therapy: Soothes sore muscles, reduces stiffness, and promotes circulation, making it ideal for rehabilitation and pain relief.

Hydrotherapy is perfect for:
🐕 Dogs recovering from surgery or injury.
🐕 Pups with arthritis or other joint conditions.
🐕 Overweight dogs who need a low-impact way to get fit.
🐕 Active dogs needing strength and conditioning.

As you can see, these brothers, Alfie and Jasper are enjoying their session in our pool that has ample space for multiple dogs to be treated. Every feature is there to ensure your dog gets the maximum benefit from their therapy with our qualified therapists.

Stay tuned this week as we highlight more of the therapies we offer to support your dog’s health and well-being.

📞 Ready to give your pup the best care? Book a hydrotherapy session today!

16/01/2025

This pair of Doodles always bring lots of fun (and chaos!) to their sessions 🤪

15/01/2025

Huge Congratulations to Katy! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that our incredible canine hydrotherapist, Katy, has achieved her advanced certificate in canine hydrotherapy treatment techniques at QLS Level 5 🐾💦

This prestigious qualification is a testament to Katy’s hard work, expertise, and passion for helping dogs thrive. Achieving Level 5 certification demonstrates her exceptional commitment to advancing her skills and providing top-quality care.

This isn’t just a personal milestone for Katy—it’s a huge asset for all of us at Snowy’s Canine Therapy Centre. With her advanced training, we’re now even better equipped to handle complex cases, from post-surgical rehabilitation to mobility maintenance for senior dogs. Katy’s expertise ensures every dog who walks through our doors receives the highest standard of care. 🐕✨

At Snowy’s, we pride ourselves on offering exceptional service, and Katy’s achievement highlights our dedication to providing the very best for the dogs we treat.

Please join us in celebrating Katy’s incredible accomplishment and the value it brings to our team and the dogs we’re privileged to care for!