Fit-Pet PhysioJul 20, 20212 min5 Steps to prepare your pet for physiotherapyPerhaps what’s holding you back from getting your pet physiotherapy is not knowing how they will react, will they enjoy it, will they be...
Fit-Pet PhysioJul 13, 20212 minWhy 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?...
Fit-Pet PhysioJul 7, 20212 minPhysio 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJun 22, 20213 minWhat 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJun 9, 20213 minHow to start weaving with your dog Did you know there are 3 different types of weaving we can use with our dogs? Which do you use? Dog agility pole weaving Dog leg weaving...
Fit-Pet PhysioMay 11, 20212 minBEST Yorkshire Riding Routes As horse riders, we often think of hacking as our rest day or just something to do for fun. But it’s actually a super important part of...
Fit-Pet PhysioApr 28, 20213 minHow long does a horse warm-up take?You know your horse's warm-up is important, but you always seem to be in a rush or you’re not sure what you should be including? Once...
Fit-Pet PhysioApr 6, 20213 min5 Ways to Prevent Injuries in DogsYou 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioMar 9, 20212 minDoes 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 26, 20213 min5 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 18, 20213 minCan 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 12, 20214 minThe Cure for Back PainCan 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 11, 20212 minHindlimb 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...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 11, 20213 minHow to Rehab you Pet for LessRecently we ran an online rehab for less event, now we wouldn’t want any of you missing out so here's a rundown of all the money saving...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 11, 20211 minWhat polework should I be doing?Pole work exercises can be used in both dogs and horse's to improve their core strength, muscle mass, joint range of motion and...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 8, 20212 minBicep BrachiiEver wondered what muscles your pets use when exercising and how to strengthen them? Well, first you need to know where they are and what...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 8, 20211 minWhere is the Brachialis?Where is the brachialis? In the dog the brachialis starts from caudal to the head of the humerus to the proximomedial radius and ulna and...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 8, 20212 minWhere's the Tricep again?So over the past 2 weeks, we’ve taken a look at the 2 major flexors of the elbow joint. Can you remember them? Yes! The Bicep Brachii...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 8, 20213 minWhere are the Hamstrings?So we’ve had a little look at the forelimb muscles, but what about the hindlimbs? The hindlimbs of our pets are their powerhouse, this is...
Fit-Pet PhysioJan 8, 20212 minGet to Know the Gluteals Last week we spoke about how the hindlimbs are the powerhouse of our pet and should be providing all the forward movement. We took a...