Helping Your Dog Move Better, Recover and Heal
Tailored veterinary physiotherapy for dogs recovering from surgery, managing arthritis or injury, living with long term conditions, or simply needing a little extra support to stay active and comfortable.
What Canine Physiotherapy Can Do
Canine physiotherapy helps dogs recover from surgery, manage long-term conditions such as arthritis and IVDD, improve strength and mobility, and get back to moving as comfortably as possible.
Just like physiotherapy for people, treatment starts with understanding how your dog is moving. I assess posture, gait, muscle condition, joint movement, balance and areas of tension before creating a treatment plan specifically for them.
Some dogs come to me shortly after surgery. Others have been struggling with stiffness or reduced mobility for months or years. Wherever your dog is starting from, the aim is to help them move better and enjoy life.
Gait & Movement Assessment
Looking at how your dog moves can reveal compensations, asymmetries and changes in loading.
Hands-On Treatment
Manual therapy and massage can help address muscle tension, stiffness and restricted movement.
Targeted Exercise
Progressive strengthening, balance and proprioception work to support recovery and mobility.
Home Exercise Programme
Clear exercises tailored to your dog so their rehabilitation continues between appointments.
Treatment Tailored To Your Dog
I use a combination of treatment techniques depending on what your dog needs. Everything starts with a proper assessment.
Laser Therapy
Photobiomodulation may be used to support tissue healing, reduce inflammation and provide pain relief where clinically appropriate.
Manual Therapy & Massage
Hands-on treatment to address muscle tension, stiffness, joint mobility and compensatory changes.
Electrotherapy
TENS and NMES may be used for pain management and muscle activation where appropriate.
Balance & Proprioception
Exercises designed to improve body awareness, coordination, balance and confidence.
Strength & Conditioning
Progressive strengthening to support joints, improve muscle function and help dogs stay active.
Gait Analysis
Detailed observation of walking and movement to identify compensations, asymmetries and loading changes.
Home Exercise Plans
A clear programme of exercises that fits your dog, your home and your routine.
Joint Mobilisation
Gentle techniques may be used where appropriate to support joint movement and function.
What Can I Help Your Dog With?
Veterinary physiotherapy can support dogs with a wide range of orthopaedic, neurological and mobility problems.
Sometimes The Signs Are Subtle
Dogs don't always show discomfort in an obvious way. A change in how they move, exercise or behave can be worth investigating — particularly if it persists or gradually gets worse.
Physiotherapy isn't only for dogs recovering from surgery. It can also help older dogs maintain mobility, support dogs with chronic conditions and help active dogs stay strong and balanced.
A Simple Path To Better Movement
No complicated process. Just a thorough assessment, tailored treatment and a plan you can follow at home.
Get In Touch
Tell me what's going on with your dog. If they have a diagnosed condition, I can arrange the necessary veterinary consent and information.
Full Assessment
I'll assess your dog's gait, posture, movement, muscle condition, joint mobility and any areas of concern.
Treatment & Home Plan
Treatment is tailored to your dog and you'll receive exercises and guidance to continue their progress between appointments.
More Than Just A Treatment Session
Every appointment is about understanding how your dog is progressing and adapting their plan as they improve.
I work closely with owners and, where appropriate, communicate with your veterinary team so everyone is working towards the same goal.
Straightforward Session Rates
Clear pricing with no hidden fees. Laser therapy or ultrasound is included in initial and follow-up sessions where clinically appropriate.
Assessment
Full evaluation of your dog's condition with recommendations for treatment going forward.
Initial Session
Full consultation, assessment and first hands-on treatment.
Follow-Up
Continued treatment, progress tracking and updates to your dog's home exercise plan.
Home Visit
Available across Cornwall. Travel charges may apply depending on location.
Canine Physiotherapy Across Cornwall
Choose the location that works best for you and your dog.
Rosudgeon Canine Clinic
Packet Lane
Rosudgeon
Penzance
TR20 9PU
Bodmin Vets4Pets
Inside Pets at Home
Bodmin Retail Park
Launceston Road
Bodmin PL31 2GA
Canine appointments every other Wednesday.
Home Visits
For dogs who can't travel to the clinic. Home visits are available across Cornwall, with weekend appointments available by request.
Ready To Help Your Dog Move More Comfortably?
Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, dealing with an injury or simply not moving quite like themselves, get in touch to discuss how veterinary physiotherapy could help.
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