5 things to tire your dog out without leaving the house
Whether the weather is rubbish or your pets are too young, old or injured and can’t leave the house, there are many exciting things you...
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Zoe MSc Veterinary Physiotherapist @Fit-Pet Physio
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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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Fit-Pet Physio
- Nov 15, 2022
- 3 min
What is Prehab and is it important?
Prehab refers to vet physio or hydro where there is no diagnosed condition But why is it important? Changes in behaviour linked to...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Oct 13, 2022
- 4 min
Working dogs, Pain, Behaviour and Stem Cells
The NARCH conference was a great day of learning for me and I wanted to share with you some of the major take home points that can help...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jul 20, 2021
- 2 min
5 Steps to prepare your pet for physiotherapy
Perhaps what’s holding you back from getting your pet physiotherapy is not knowing how they will react, will they enjoy it, will they be...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jul 13, 2021
- 2 min
Why is dog agility good for dogs?
We hear a lot about the risks in agility and what not to do but how about we take a look at the positives too? Why is agility important?...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jul 7, 2021
- 2 min
Physio for dogs after surgery? Yes or No?
Did you know that surgery is just the start of your dog’s road to recovery? Surgery recommended by your vet is a brilliant first step and...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jun 22, 2021
- 3 min
What are the side effects of veterinary physiotherapy in our pets?
I often get asked can my pet do their normal workout or exercise after their physio session and the answer is no! But why? Let’s start by...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- May 26, 2021
- 3 min
What do vet physios do for our pets?
Maybe you’re toying with the idea of getting physio for your pets or perhaps you’ve never heard of vet physio before? So lets start at...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- May 5, 2021
- 3 min
5 Pole work myths you have to stop believing
Always wanted to get started with pole work with your pets but confused by all the conflicting information out there so you just do...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Apr 21, 2021
- 4 min
Best training aids for horse
So you’re having a few issues with your horse and are thinking about getting some training aids to help? Or someone on your yard or your...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Apr 6, 2021
- 3 min
5 Ways to Prevent Injuries in Dogs
You know that sinking feeling you get in the pit of your stomach when you feel guilty, lost and have managed to convince yourself it was...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Mar 31, 2021
- 4 min
How do I stop my dog or horse from tripping?
Why does my horse stumble all the time? And why does my dog keep tripping on walks? These are questions I get asked all the time, perhaps...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Mar 9, 2021
- 2 min
Does my pet need a chiropractor or veterinary physiotherapist?
How to choose your rehab professional... Very valid question! There are a whole host of highly qualified professionals in the...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Mar 2, 2021
- 3 min
5 Simple Core Exercises for Dogs and Horses
How do I strengthen my dog and/or horse's core with 5 simple exercises? Core strengthening and conditioning is a key part of any dog or...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Feb 24, 2021
- 4 min
Vet physio for performance: 3 Signs your Pet needs Vet Physio NOW!
Why vet physio isn’t just for injured or sick dogs and horse's but for the fit and healthy ones too! It’s often easy to think ‘I don’t...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Feb 16, 2021
- 2 min
What are the Best Low-Calorie Dog Training Treats?
Getting back to training? Or starting a new fitness exercise? In this week’s blog, we’ll be covering the best training treats that will...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jan 26, 2021
- 3 min
5 Steps to choosing your dog and horse's fitness exercises
What do I need to know before creating a fitness plan for my pet? You’ve heard you should have a fitness plan for your pet but you’re not...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jan 18, 2021
- 3 min
Can Horse's Have Physio?
Can horse's have physio? And should they? YES and YES! I’m a firm believer that all pets should receive regular vet and vet physio...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jan 12, 2021
- 4 min
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...
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Fit-Pet Physio
- Jan 11, 2021
- 2 min
Hindlimb Muscles
So we’ve had a look at the major muscle groups of the hindlimbs the gluteals, hamstrings and the quads. Now it’s time to take a look at...
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