New Forest K9 Hydrotherapy

26/08/2024

Come and join us at Nomansland Village Fayre this afternoon! We're here until 4pm. 🌞🐕🐶

24/06/2024

I've seen the post Dr David Marlin refers to shared several times already. Please follow the correct advice for cooling your dogs found in the link below ❤️

🐕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

12/06/2024

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21/04/2024

https://www.theiscp.com/post/the-silent-signals-how-pain-in-dogs-can-manifest-as-behavioral-issues?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2zVYTItlqU7PdPinxY5wODcE59n66G5cbNUmZmCYI61Fs4hyz3uQ1-sCo_aem_Ab30fTuNZrFG4bmoSwOGfB_cfW1IL7_ZR1MjrZcxMSRSIeLaBcjL51fBoqnFDob6K9vHSKcc32FNkPWU6muJ_LT8

As a dog behaviourist, ruling out medical causes for behavioural changes and challenges is really important. By working in partnership with the dog's vet and other professionals involved in the dog's life as well as the owners can give a holistic picture of the behaviours that are being displayed. D...

08/04/2024

There is often a reluctance to medicate for pain relief in the long term, but there are a lot of options out there, which will improve quality of life and mobility. Discuss your concerns with your vet.

https://www.facebook.com/share/SDgYQVGbsDmWbkM4/

Medications are not bad!

NSAIDs are frequently used to manage your dog's condition and can offer a dramatic improvement in mobility and quality of life.

There are many licensed drugs available that come in different formulations and are given in different ways. Generally they are very well tolerated.

06/02/2024

Great advice about sleep and the impact lack of sleep can have on your dog

11/09/2023

A very good explanation

𝐒𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡

Why is this important, and why I am talking about it?

I have mentioned this before, but pain has a huge impact on our dog’s behaviour and quality of life. BUT pain is so often underdiagnosed.

Our dogs are, by nature, very stoic animals, so by the time they are showing obvious signs of discomfort (limping, posture changes, aggression), they will be in significant amounts of pain.

There are often many, much more subtle signs that your dog may be experiencing discomfort long before they show some of the obvious signs of pain, and these include; loss of appetite, reluctance to climb the stairs/jump into the car/walk onto slippery floor, licking uncommon areas of their body such as joints, becoming more sensitive to loud or unexpected noises, increased panting, restlessness, sitting or lying asymmetrically, or even just slowing down on walks and choosing to sniff more.

IF you notice your dog showing any of these signs, please take them to the vet for a checkup, and don’t wait until they are limping!

26/08/2023

Happy International Dogs Day! 🐕 These are some of the lovely dogs that come to the pool. Celebrate by giving your special four legged friend and extra cuddle today 🥰

14/07/2023

Treacle has been swimming with me regularly to build up muscle mass following a cranial cruciate repair. She just loves swimming for her 'pear'🍐 and can't wait to get in! 💦

01/07/2023

Fun Dog Show at Lover Country Fayre sponsored by New Forest K9 Hydrotherapy.

01/07/2023

Different venue this week and sadly not as sunny 😎. Come and visit us at Lover Country Fayre 🐕💦

24/06/2023

*** MANAGING DOGS WITH HEATSTROKE - SOME FAKE NEWS AND SOME REAL NEWS ***

Posts like the one below with this image are being widely shared! This is very poor information. Heatstroke in ANY species is a MEDICAL EMERGENCY and requires URGENT action to reduce body temperature!

THE APPROPRIATE TREATMENT FOR HEATSTROKE IN DOGS IS IMMERSION IN WATER at 10-16°C (50-61°F) OR CONTINOUS APPLICATION OF WATER ALL OVER FROM A HOSE OR BUCKETS OR BOTTLES! Dogs will tolerate cooler water if not being immersed in it (eg cold drinks or water from a fridge at 5°C.

A dog that has HEATSTROKE and which is UNRESPONSIVE is 37x more likely to DIE! YOU NEED TO COOL THEM TO GIVE THEM A CHANCE OF SURVIVING!

Postscript…

Cooling methods used in dogs with heat-related illness under UK primary veterinary care 2016-2018.

"Lots of myths get shared about cooling hot dogs"

The following information is from Emily Hall's clinical abstract presentation for the British Small Animal Veterinary Association’s annual Congress 2021, link below.

• Rapid Cooling Saves Lives!
• Don't be afraid to use Cold/Ice Water..... it is effective!
• The sooner we can cool these patients, get their temperature below that critical threshold, the less damage is being done and the better the outcome is likely to be
• Use Water, Air, Immersive Cooling, Evaporative Cooling..... use whatever you have available
• Dogs are waiting to be cooled because people are worried about the temperature of the water
• We need to dispel cooling myths that are harming patients
• Empower Owners so they know how to cool their dogs

Emily Hall MA VetMB PGCAP SFHEA MRSB MRCVS
Nottingham Trent University,
Hot Dogs UK Research Team.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR1VZvfN3ZdMTU60N0X1VB9meAzGHsEH_CHqiy3jqaQKhs7q5MDk15fY8mM&v=y8TzwXnjGYc&feature=youtu.be

24/06/2023

I had a lovely day meeting lots of gorgeous dogs at Frogham Fair Here's a few photos of those that came over to take a dip 🐕💦🌞

24/06/2023

I'm at Frogham Fair today! It's a beautifully sunny day 🌞 so bring your dogs over to cool off in the paddling pool. I look forward to seeing you 😎🐕💦

21/06/2023

Molly loves her hydrotherapy sessions. She has cranial cruciate ligament disease which is being treated conservatively. She has been coming to us for a couple months now and is making excellent progress. Well done Molly! 👏🐾❤

07/04/2023

Your dog is great at coping with pain. So by the time you notice they are showing signs of discomfort, the problem is not new.

NSAIDs get a bad rap, but they can be very affective in treating chronic pain.

A consistent multimodal protocol has been shown again and again to be the best (and most effective) approach to treating OA.

Your dog will thank you for it, and you will give

PLEASE NOTE Medications should only be administered following advice from your vet

12/01/2023

What if...
Your dog can live just a few more years with the right kind of chronic pain management?
We believe that is something that needs more awareness! It's not just growing old, it's a condition that can be managed to help prevent untimely euthanasia!

08/01/2023

Good advice from CAM

https://m.facebook.com/100061611525094/posts/629929155737463/

- arthritis is a progressive disease so overtime your management plan will need to change. Don't fall into the trap of thinking that a treatment isn't working so you stop it - in fact your dog is more likely to need their current treatment plus something else!

28/12/2022

Keep swimming!
A wonderful article by the BBC sharing the benefits of Hydrotherapy for Winnie

Hydrotherapy has major benefits for dogs and cats with muscle and joint conditions.

A puppy with deformed legs is now a top sniffer dog thanks to special treatment in a swimming pool.

19/12/2022

Some good advice from Dr Sophie Bell

We need to look after those precious joints. It’s important as arthritic pain can be aggravated by this cold weather.

Keep weight at an optimum, increase omega 3 in the diet, plenty of antioxidants (blueberries or Goji berries), a gentle warm up before a more brisk walk, perhaps add in some hydrotherapy, physio, and massage.

www.animallovepetfirstaid.co.uk
all courses written and taught by a vet ❤️

19/12/2022

COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS!!!

Its so close! For the next 7 days, enjoy an each day to help you on your arthritis journey

Joint supplements may be beneficial for your dog but can take weeks to take effect. If you think your dog is struggling with arthritis don't start them on a supplement alone as it could mean they are living with pain for weeks before the treatment gets to work!

11/10/2022

https://www.facebook.com/589450751175048/posts/5533847113402029/

09/09/2022

Saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen.

An animal lover and true countrywoman, she dedicated her life to the service of our country, with dignity and grace, now reunited with her beloved Prince Philip.

Our deepest sympathy is with the Royal Family.

Rest in peace HM Queen Elizabeth II. God bless you.

17/07/2022

Morgon knows how to cope with this weather 🌞 when he can't use the big pool 🌊🐶

He jumped in as soon as it was full and refused to share with the girls😂

17/07/2022

Vital information if you see a dog suffering from heat stroke

“HEATSTROKE IS A MEDICAL EMERGENCY”

I’m compelled to keep posting this. I’ve learned of a number of dogs that have died of heatstroke in the recent heatwave.

If you see a horse or person or dog with heatstroke, then cool them down by hosing/spraying water from the outside or house water supply (usually 10-20°C). It doesn't have to be ice-cold to be effective as long as you put a lot on. You may well save a life!

And yes, I know there is a lot of advice about cooling horses, dogs and people which goes against aggressive cooling and advises ice packs in the groin or armpit and using tepid water! It's outdated and ineffective and if you follow it your horse/dog/person is more likely to suffer permanent injury or worse!

If you don't believe me, then listen to the people who do this for a living with people...

"Active cooling via Cold Water Immersion (CWI) is now the standard of care and should be done immediately. This is a Grade IA recommendation.5 The patient should be immersed in ice water 1 to 3°C." http://www.emdocs.net/heat-related-illness-how-to-cool-em-and-what-to-do-after/

22/06/2022

Some top tips from Dr David Marlin about keeping your dog more comfortable in the hot weather 😎🌞

https://drdavidmarlin.com/managing-dogs-in-hot-weather/?fbclid=IwAR3lgypgnQG8zwtxrKRjix1oBoycvCDCiPkfky-E1r2CQQuLQESxxeyfFNI&fs=e&s=cl

19/06/2022

Happy Father's Day to all the dog Dads out there ❤️🐶 xx

16/06/2022

Meet little Barnaby 🐕. He's been coming to hydrotherapy for the last few weeks. He was reluctant to use his leg at home following surgery. Barnaby has made a great improvement since coming to the pool.

16/05/2022

The best way to offer your dog a pain-free life for as long as possible, is to use several different treatment options together. It is unlikely that one option on its own will be enough.


Pic credits: Keery Warge

09/05/2022

Very useful information about muscle fatigue in the arthritic dog.