Come for the physio, stay for the free deshedding!
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Another year, done and dusted! And another year of amazing people and animals. We've seen quite a few changes as we watched our small business grow. There's been some great memories, and some devestating losses, but once again we've been incredibly lucky to have the clients we do. So thank you, to all of you, for the continued support. Here's to the next year of doing what we love the most!
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We all know that one pony!
(Video belongs to respective owner)
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Come say hi to some canine patients with me!
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When you try to resist the massage snoozes, but the physio always wins
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Anyone else know a horse that acts more like a puppy?
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Voucher Competition Winner Selection
We have our winner! Congratulations Nicolla Costello! 🥳
If you'd like to send us a message, we'll organise your voucher to be sent to you.
If you lost out this time, don't worry! We'll be giving away another voucher soon to celebrate the launch of our learning platform so stay tuned!
Bailey Walking Post IVDD
This is why we do what we do. A 6 month recovery nearly halved. Whilst there still is a bit to go, seeing those little legs go from no movement at all, to trying their hardest and managing a walk... it makes me realise how I have the best job on the planet!
Bella Gets Wheels
Now here's something to brighten up your Monday!
Bella struggles with her back legs. Two conditions on top of each other meant we were struggling to keep on top of her exercises and were more limited in what we could do. However, Bella remained bright and bubbly and otherwise seemed oblivious to the lack of function in her legs so we decided to give a wheelchair a go. A little unusual a sight for Donegal but look at the difference! It took all of half a minute for her to realise she could move around and except for a few toes that got in the way, she took to it really well for her first go.
Eventually, Bella should be able to build up to full walks again and once she gets used to using her wheels, physio exercises can be performed with assistance from the wheelchair. Not only does this mean we can do a little bit more, it also means her front end isn't under as much strain and is less likely to cause problems in the future.
Happy dog, happy physio!
It's a tough life. NOT! Bailey here is making full use of his time by having a little snooze during his NMES treatment.
You can barely see it now due to the great job done by Veterinary Specialists Ireland, but a few weeks ago, Bailey underwent spinal surgery for Grade 4 IVDD. Grade 4 means that Bailey was paralysed from his back to his toes, but could still feel deep pain. This gives his chances of recovery a much better shot after surgery than if he didn't feel deep pain, Indeed, Bailey is now beginning to stand without help and trying (if not quite managing yet) to use his back legs to walk.
Bailey's lovely owner diligently does his physio exercises every day, and I pop in to check progress, massage, laser, NMES and do some more complex exercises.
He should be quite literally back on his feet in no time!
Shep showing off his moves
Shep insists he doesn't need stretches, he's already flexible! He might have a point...
I'm not sure who's more excited to get going; Brandy or myself!
I'm sure some of you have a few questions, so I hope to answer a few this morning.
What is Animal Physiotherapy?
Animal Physiotherapy is a complimentary therapy for your pet, companion animal and on occasion, farm animal. This means we work alongside your vet to keep your animal in top physical condition, as well as helping with aches, pains. injuries and disabilities.
An Animal Physiotherapist does not diagnose anything. We leave that to your veterinarian!
What should I expect from an appointment?
On first making contact with your chosen Animal Physiotherapist, you will arrange an appointment, give a quick summary of why you need an Animal Physiotherapist, and give your Animal Physiotherapist your vet’s details if they are not from a referral.
On your first appointment, your Animal Physiotherapist will run through some questions with you about the animal, they will watch the animal move, and then do a physical evaluation. Based on this, the Animal Physiotherapist will begin a plan of action that may involve the use of manual therapy, or their various pieces of equipment. Your Animal Physiotherapist will often then leave you some exercises to perform at home between appointments, as well as send a report to your veterinarian.
Subsequent appointments may then be arranged if needed. The amount of appointments needed depends entirely on the individual animal. Some factors that influence this are: complexity of the issue at hand, long term disabilities, the response of the animal, how much work the owner puts in between appointments. Sometimes, the Animal Physiotherapist does not want to overwhelm an animal on their first appointment. There may also be a point where your Animal Physiotherapist feels any further work will aggravate instead of help, and so the animal may need rest between appointments. Further appointments will build on what was done in the first, taking regular measurements to help s
