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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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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 clinicÂ
Perfect for disabled dogs or those unable to travelÂ
Less stressful for fearful, anxious or reactive dogsÂ

Fit-Pet Physio
Oct 22, 20242 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?

Fit-Pet Physio
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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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?

Fit-Pet Physio
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?

Fit-Pet Physio
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.

Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 12, 20214 min read
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What is Laser Therapy used for?
Laser is most commonly used to reduce pain at trigger points by altering endogenous opioid production in the same way that morphine works to reduce pain, reducing the action potential in nerve fibres so that the pain signal is not transmitted and also reducing substance P production which leads to a reduction in pain, similar to TENs.

Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 11, 20211 min read
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Vet physio vs Massage
Veterinary Physiotherapy uses a combination of manual therapies including massage as well as electrotherapies and exercise therapies. This gives your pet a bespoke and comprehensive treatment for any underlying conditions as well as a great basis for a fitness and conditioning plan in fit pets.

Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20211 min read
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What is Animal/Vet Physiotherapy?
Simply the use of vet/animal physiotherapy (manual, electro and exercise therapies) in animals primarily dogs and horses. Veterinary physiotherapy is a brilliant resource that all pet owners should be taking advantage of. All dogs and horse no matter what their age, lifestyle or health status should have regular vet physiotherapy assessment and treatment.

Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20213 min read
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