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Zoe MSc Veterinary Physiotherapist @Fit-Pet Physio
Fully insured, AHPR registered & MNAVP
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"Helping dedicated active dog owners to optimise their dogs health and fitness so that they can live a long and happy life"
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My dogs Cruciate Ligament Surgery and Rehab Journey
In March 2025 Jack (my retired agility dog) ruptured his Left hindlimb cranial cruciate Ligament.
After 5 weeks of rest and conservative management he underwent surgery on the 25th April.
Follow his journey with me from Pre Surgery, through surgery and to Rehab and hopefully recovery.

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May 151 min read
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Dog Attacks: What can you do as a Responsible Dog Owner?
We have all seen the news with the shocking headlines of yet another dog attack, but what can we really do about it? How can we protect ourselves, our dogs and help others to stay safe?

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Apr 112 min read
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Kinesiology Taping In Dogs
Kinesiology Tape is a sticky tape, kinda like a plaster, that is breathable and stretchy. This makes it perfect for use in therapy as we can alter the stretch of the tape to give us different effects on the body.

Fit-Pet Physio
Mar 262 min read
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Canine Orthotics: What are they and why do we use them?
Canine Orthotics are in simple words splints or supports that help to reduce pain and will stop unwanted joint movement or to help control joint movement to reduce pain.

Fit-Pet Physio
Nov 26, 20243 min read
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Why You Need a Mobile Vet Physio
Why am I a mobile Vet Physio?
Dogs are more relaxed in their own home so I get a better feel of their muscles and can identify tension that is often missed in a clinic
Perfect for disabled dogs or those unable to travel
Less stressful for fearful, anxious or reactive dogs

Fit-Pet Physio
Oct 22, 20242 min read
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Scared you won't be able to afford vets fees? 3 tips for reducing costs
With the cost of things rising, something on all our minds is the worry of affording any unexpected or recurrent vet fees. We all want the best for our pets so how can we ensure they get the best treatment without breaking the bank?

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Feb 27, 20243 min read
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Can I do more to prevent common injuries in my dog?
As dedicated dog owners we often put a lot of pressure on ourselves to try to predict what our dogs will do and prevent them from getting hurt. But it's not always possible to stop our dogs doing silly things but it is sometimes possible to make simple changes to our and our dogs lives to help prevent some common dog injuries that I often see as a vet physio.

Fit-Pet Physio
Aug 3, 20233 min read
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5 Movement Patterns in our pets that could spell big trouble if we don’t change them
Just like us our pets can get into bad movement patterns, postures or even habits that alter how they move or hold themselves. And just like us later in life these poor movement patterns can lead to pain and discomfort.

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Apr 24, 20234 min read
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How can I help my nervous, reactive dog?
Remedial exercises help to build your dogs core strength, joint movement and equalise the use of all their limbs. All things we discussed help you prevent injuries, rihgt?
This is why having a fitness plan and regular vet physio check-ups is so important for your dog's long-term health. I can equip you with the tools you need to keep your dog fit and healthy for a long time.

Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 12, 20233 min read
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Working dogs, Pain, Behaviour and Stem Cells
Pain is only recognised as pain once it reaches the brain but to get there first we have nociception (the nerves at the site of injury) these signals are then transduced and transmitted to the spinal cord and to the brain where they are modulated, projected and perceived.

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Oct 13, 20224 min read
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Canine Arthritis & Arthritis Management: What you need to Know
Canine Arthritis is the end stage of degenerative joint disease this is where the cartilage that sits at the ends of the bone starts to wear away leading to exposed bone.

Fit-Pet Physio
Feb 4, 20223 min read
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Vet Physio for dogs after surgery? Yes or No?
Surgery recommended by your vet is a brilliant first step and gives your dog a springboard onto the path forward but just like a gymnast using a springboard to get onto the beam that’s just the start of their routine and surgery is just the start of your dog’s rehab journey so what comes next?

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Jul 7, 20212 min read
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What are the side effects of veterinary physiotherapy in our pets?
Feeling tired or lack of energy
Stiffness for a day or two
Feeling wobbly immediately after the session
Weakness especially in dogs with neuro conditions who can tire quickly
Drinking more

Fit-Pet Physio
Jun 22, 20213 min read
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What do vet physios do for our pets?
Maybe you’re toying with the idea of getting vet physio for your pets or perhaps you’ve never heard of vet physio before?
Maybe you’re toying with the idea of getting vet physio for your pets or perhaps you’ve never heard of vet physio before?

Fit-Pet Physio
May 26, 20213 min read
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Which bridle, girth or harness is right for my pet?
An anatomical bridle is designed to avoid the infraorbital and mental foramen and the temporomandibular joint. But what are these things?

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May 18, 20213 min read
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5 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs
So here are my top 5 tips for preventing injuries in your dogs:
Core conditioning and fitness planning
Avoid high impact exercises
Don’t push your puppy too soon
Warm-up and cool-down routines
Home changes

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Apr 6, 20213 min read
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Does my pet need a chiropractor or veterinary physiotherapist?
When something isn’t quite right we as pet owners always know, right? But the hard part comes when we have to make a decision, how are we going to fix them? Or more acutely who do we want to fix them or who is the best person to fix them?

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Mar 9, 20213 min read
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Can Horse's Have vet Physio?
Can horse's have vet physio? And should they?
YES and YES!
I’m a firm believer that all pets should receive regular vet and vet physio sessions to keep them happy and healthy. But why?

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Jan 18, 20213 min read
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The Cure for Back Pain
Can we cure back pain and can Veterinary Physiotherapy help? So the short answer is yes! But if you’d like to know more about the causes and specific treatments used, keep reading and you’ll discover the 2 leading causes of back pain in dogs and horses and the best treatment.

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Jan 12, 20214 min read
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What to do when your pet has to rest.
After injury rest and controlled exercise is used to get pets moving again without causing further injury. This is especially important in the case of horse's as they require movement to effectively digest their food. Controlled exercise for horses can include lunging, long-reining and in-hand walking whereas in dogs slow lead walking is most commonly used. Hydrotherapy can be used in certain cases if it is available to you.

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Jan 11, 20212 min read
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