Westmac Canine Therapies

08/10/2025

Exciting News for Local Working or Showing Dog groups!

We’re offering partnership deals with local dog clubs and groups (agility, flyball, showing, etc) to raise awareness about the incredible benefits of Canine Hydrotherapy for preventing injury, overall body conditioning and maintaining fitness!

We’re offering educational sessions to help owners learn how Hydrotherapy can support mobility, increase exercise tolerance and resistance, and promote overall wellness - plus, we’re setting aside special Hydrotherapy session slots with discounted rates for these clubs members!

If your group or club would like to get involved or book a learning day, we’d love to hear from you!

These will be fitness and fun sessions.

Don’t delay as slots will go fast!

Picture credit to the beautiful Champion Rushmere Evita ❤️

07/10/2025

NEW SERVICE OPTION ADDED!

We’ve been listening to what you’re asking for, and have just added an

EXTENDED HYDROTHERAPY SESSION

option to our Newport Branch!

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Our extended Hydrotherapy sessions are specially designed for dogs who may feel nervous, anxious, or unsure in new environments.

These sessions allow for extra time in the underwater treadmill area, ensuring your dog can settle in at their own pace with the gentle support of our experienced hydrotherapist and dog behaviour specialist.

By combining the therapeutic benefits of Hydrotherapy with a calm, positive behavioural approach, we help your dog build confidence, relax, and enjoy the experience - creating a safe and supportive foundation for their ongoing physical and emotional wellbeing.

Link below!

www.westmac.co.uk
07549 527575

https://westmac.co.uk/newport-bookings

04/10/2025

We love helping both dogs and their owners through difficult times 🥰 thank you so much for your lovely review it means the world to us ❤️

Westmac Newport - NP19 4TX

“Evie and Vicky are so lovely and welcoming, from the moment we arrived, they made both us and our dog, Oscar, feel completely at ease. Oscar can be quite anxious due to a few stressful vet experiences in the past, but they took the time to gently build a relationship with him and make sure he felt safe and comfortable before anything else.

Their knowledge and professionalism are second to none, they’re incredibly thorough and always happy to answer any questions we have. It’s also really reassuring to know they work closely with vets and other professionals to make sure Oscar is getting the very best all-round care.

We feel so lucky to have found Westmac Canine Therapies, highly recommend to anyone looking for kind, expert support for their dog!”

Www.westmac.co.uk

07549 527575

02/10/2025

Travis came fully prepared for his Wednesday session 🏊‍♂️

Some haters may say this is AI generated… but truth is Travis just loves to shake soooo much that everyone in the room gets soaked!

01/10/2025

How buoyancy helps in dog Hydrotherapy!

Hydrotherapy really is a completely unique form of rehabilitation, it relies on the correct application of warmed water which has several natural properties that therapists use in order to treat dogs!

One of which is the Buoyancy 🛟

🐾 1. Reduces Weight Bearing on Joints

Buoyancy counteracts gravity, which means when a dog is submerged in water, it weighs less.

This reduces stress and pressure on joints, bones, and muscles, making it easier and less painful for dogs to move—especially those with arthritis, hip dysplasia, or after surgery.

For example, water can support up to 90% of a dog’s body weight, depending on the depth. So a 50 kg dog might feel like it only weighs 5–10 kg in deep water.

🐾 2. Enables Safe, Low-Impact Exercise

Dogs can move more freely and perform a greater range of motion in water.

Because of buoyancy, they can exercise without jarring impacts, making hydrotherapy ideal for dogs recovering from injury or surgery.

🐾 3. Promotes Muscle Strength Without Overloading

Even though water reduces the weight the dog has to bear, it still provides resistance.

This lets dogs build or maintain muscle without risking further injury, thanks to buoyancy offsetting the impact forces.

🐾 4. Improves Confidence in Mobility-Impaired Dogs

Dogs that are weak, old, or recovering may be fearful of walking or moving on land.
Buoyancy gives them support and stability, often restoring confidence to move and exercise.

🐾 5. Enhances Balance and Proprioception

Buoyancy allows dogs to practice coordination and regain control of their limbs in a safe, supportive environment.

It's especially useful in neurological cases, where relearning movement patterns is key.

So why not book your sessions today?

📍 NP19 4TX
📍 NP25 4PX

www.westmac.co.uk
01600 860001
07549 527575
[email protected]

Booking links 👇

Newport - https://westmac.co.uk/newport-bookings

Trellech - https://westmac.co.uk/trellech-booking

Specialists in Canine Hydrotherapy, Physiotherapy and Sports Massage serving Chepstow, Monmouth and South Wales.

25/09/2025

Lesser known facts about Canine Hydrotherapy!

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🧠 1. It’s Not Just for Injuries

While hydrotherapy is often associated with post-surgical recovery or injury rehab, it’s also used:

For weight loss in obese dogs (low-impact calorie burning)

To build confidence in fearful or timid dogs

As mental stimulation for senior dogs or those with limited mobility

🧬 2. Helps with Neurological Disorders

Hydrotherapy can benefit dogs with neurological conditions like:

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
Degenerative myelopathy
Vestibular syndrome

The water provides support that helps them relearn motor skills and improve coordination.

🔄 3. Improves Lymphatic Drainage and Circulation

The pressure from water during hydrotherapy sessions helps improve venous return and lymphatic drainage, which can reduce inflammation and promote healing on a cellular level.

🌡️ 4. Temperature Matters

Water temperature is carefully maintained for therapeutic effect:
Warm water (around 28-30°C) helps relax muscles and joints

🧼 5. Hygiene Protocols Are Rigorous

Canine hydrotherapy pools follow strict sanitation protocols using non-chlorine sanitizers like bromine or UV filtration, as chlorine can irritate dogs' skin and eyes.

🦴 6. It Helps Delay Arthritis Progression

Hydrotherapy doesn’t just manage arthritis symptoms—it may slow the degenerative process by preserving muscle mass and joint mobility, which reduces wear on joints.

24/09/2025

7 REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE A LOOK 👀 AT HYDROTHERAPY FOR YOUR DOG!

Hydrotherapy for dogs offers a range of physical and psychological benefits, especially for those recovering from injury, surgery, or suffering from chronic conditions.

🦴 1. Joint & Mobility Support

Low-impact exercise: Water reduces stress on joints by supporting body weight.

Increased range of motion: Warm water helps loosen tight muscles and stiff joints.

Ideal for arthritis: Helps reduce inflammation and improves comfort for dogs with degenerative joint conditions.

💪 2. Muscle Strengthening

Resistance training: Water provides natural resistance, building strength without strain.

Muscle preservation: Especially beneficial for dogs with reduced mobility or recovering from surgery (e.g., cruciate ligament repair).

Post-surgery rehab: Supports muscle rebuilding while protecting healing tissues.

🏃‍♂️ 3. Improved Cardiovascular Health

Safe cardio: Swimming improves heart and lung function with minimal impact.

Increased stamina: Regular hydrotherapy helps build endurance over time.

⚖️ 4. Weight Management

Burns calories: Swimming is an effective way to help overweight dogs lose fat.

Supports safe weight loss: Especially important when land-based exercise is painful or limited.

🧠 5. Pain Relief & Relaxation

Warm water soothes pain: Acts like a natural pain reliever.

Hydrostatic pressure: Helps reduce swelling and enhances circulation.

Endorphin release: Can elevate mood and reduce anxiety.

🐾 6. Rehabilitation & Recovery

Post-injury support: Safe way to rebuild strength after trauma.

Neurological rehab: Helps dogs with spinal injuries or nerve damage regain coordination and balance.

Customized therapy: Sessions can be tailored to the dog’s condition and progress.

🧘‍♀️ 7. Mental Stimulation & Confidence Boost

Breaks routine: Especially helpful for senior or injured dogs who can’t play or exercise as much.

Boosts morale: Dogs often become more engaged and happy after sessions.

Helps with fear or anxiety: Many dogs find comfort in water, especially with gentle introduction.

So ….. why not book your sessions now?

www.westmac.co.uk
📞 01600 860001
📱 07549 527575
📧 [email protected]

24/09/2025

Labradors feature this Wednesday!

These are the gorgeous Bert, Elsa and Maisie who attend our Trellech Branch 🥰

If you’d like to find out more about Hydrotherapy and the services we provide please take a look on our website:

Www.westmac.co.uk

Or you can send us an email at:
[email protected]

Or give us a call/WhatsApp on:
01600 860001

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We have two amazing branches:
NP19 4TX - Spytty Retail Park
NP25 4PX - Trellech

23/09/2025

It’s a very happy tongue out Tuesday for Minnie 🥰 👅

How gorgeous is she?!

Who wants to share a tongue out photo below! 👇

19/09/2025

Super proud of this little story 🥰

Meet Tabitha (and Orla) ❤️

Tabitha sustained an inner leg injury after a chase of a cat down the garden 😢

Their story:

They are both from Spain, and were abandoned together as a bonded pair in a kill shelter before being rescued with only 48 hours left on the clock. They then spent 6 months in foster in Spain before travelling to the U.K. 5th November 2020.

They were adopted by their wonderful family and they became fondly known by all their family and friends as “the Whirlies”!

Subsequent DNA tests have confirmed they are in fact full sisters!!

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So, fast forward to poor Tabitha needing some help for her injury, we were greeted by a very nervous girl who wasn’t keen on doorways, shiny floors, noises or strangers!

After a long story (and a lot of gained trust) we are now seeing a girlie who is comfortable to enter the treadmill by herself, can cope with the water being filled to her correct shoulder height, and who is trusting enough to allow us to manipulate her gait and help her recover and re strengthen from her injury!

We’ve worked with Tabitha within her allowed tolerances of touch, equipment used (leads not harnesses) and structure of routine in order to get her enjoying and relaxing into her sessions!

Well done Tabitha!

❤️

If you’d like to find out more 👇

www.westmac.co.uk

25/08/2025

Super busy at Trellech last week!

Here’s some of our beautiful clients:
Dilys, Duke, August, Bonnie and Ginny 🥰

If you’d like to find out more about Hydrotherapy, make a booking, or ask any questions, please get in touch!

www.westmac.co.uk
07549 527575
01600 860001
[email protected]

16/08/2025

Another busy Saturday at Newport 🥰

We see all sorts of clients, for all sorts of issues, from Hip Dysplasia (HD), to spinal issues (IVDD), to Arthritis care, to Total Femoral Head removal (FHO)!

We love what we do, and adore helping all our gorgeous clients to feel so much better!

Does your dog come to visit us? If not, why not?

www.westmac.co.uk

07549527575
01600860001