Canine Physiotherapy in Cornwall
Expert Physiotherapy for Your Dog
From post-operative recovery to arthritis management and performance optimisation. Using advanced techniques including radiofrequency therapy, laser therapy, and the Functional Canine Reset approach.
Canine Services
Helping Your Dog Move Better, Feel Better
Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, managing a long-term condition like arthritis, or simply needs support as they age — physiotherapy can make a real difference. Every treatment plan is tailored to your dog's unique needs, personality, and lifestyle.
Visit us at our canine clinic in Rosudgeon, near Penzance — or if you're further east, we also hold canine appointments at Bodmin Vets4Pets every other Wednesday. Home visits are available across Cornwall for dogs who can't travel.
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Rosudgeon Canine Clinic
Packet Lane, Rosudgeon, Penzance TR20 9PU
Bodmin Vets4Pets
Inside Pets at Home, Bodmin Retail Park, Launceston Rd, Bodmin PL31 2GA
Session Pricing
Individual Session Rates
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees.
Assessment Only
£35
per session
Assessment
Full evaluation of your dog's condition with recommendations for treatment
First Appointment
£60
per session
Initial Session
Full consultation, assessment, and your first hands-on treatment session
Ongoing Treatment
£50
per session
Follow-Up Session
Continued treatment, progress tracking, and exercise plan updates
At Your Home
£65
per session
Canine Home Visit
For dogs who can't travel to the clinic. Available across Cornwall — travel charges may apply
Thursday Evenings & Weekends
Available by request — additional fee applies. Get in touch to arrange.
Rehabilitation Packages
🐾 Structured Recovery Plans
To give your dog the best possible recovery and to make planning treatment easier for you — I offer structured rehabilitation packages for common orthopaedic and spinal conditions. All packages include a tailored home exercise plan and ongoing progression throughout your dog's recovery.
Post-Op / Conservative Orthopaedic Package
TPLO, Cruciate Surgery, Hips & Elbows
6-Session Rehabilitation Package
What's Included
- 1 x Initial Physiotherapy Consultation (£60)
- 5 x Follow-Up Treatment Sessions (£50 each)
- Individualised home exercise programme
- Ongoing gait assessment & strength progression
Recommended Schedule
- Initial consult at 7–14 days post-op (once vet cleared)
- Weekly sessions for the first 2–3 weeks
- Then every other week until 10–12 weeks post-op
This structured programme supports safe loading, muscle rebuilding and optimal surgical recovery.
IVDD & Spinal Rehabilitation Package
Intervertebral Disc Disease & Neurological Conditions
10-Session Intensive Rehab Package
What's Included
- 1 x Initial Physiotherapy Consultation (£60)
- 9 x Follow-Up Treatment Sessions (£50 each)
- Tailored neurological rehabilitation plan
- Progressive mobility & strengthening programme
Recommended Schedule
- 2–3 sessions per week for the first 2 weeks
- Then weekly sessions
- Frequency adjusted as strength and coordination improve
Early, consistent therapy gives the best chance of neurological improvement and functional recovery.
Conditions Treated
When Should Your Dog See a Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy can help dogs of all ages and activity levels. Whether recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or staying active as they get older, these are the most common reasons owners get in touch.
Post-Surgical Recovery
Structured rehabilitation after orthopaedic or spinal surgery to rebuild strength and restore movement safely.
Neurological Conditions
Intensive rehabilitation for nerve damage and spinal conditions, with progressive programmes to improve coordination and mobility.
Musculoskeletal Problems
Treatment for joint, bone, and soft tissue conditions that cause pain, stiffness, or reduced mobility in everyday life.
Sporting & Working Dogs
Keep your active dog performing at their best. Injury prevention, recovery support, and fitness optimisation for agility, flyball, and working breeds.
Senior Dogs & Preventative Care
Maintain your older dog's comfort, mobility, and quality of life. Gentle, hands-on therapy to keep them moving well for longer.
Weight Management
Guided exercise programmes for overweight dogs. Rebuild fitness safely with structured activity plans tailored to your dog's ability.
Please Note
📌 Important Information
Vet referral or approval is required before starting physiotherapy for any diagnosed condition.
Home exercises are essential for the best outcomes — you'll receive a full plan tailored to your dog.
Packages are valid for 12–16 weeks depending on condition, giving your dog the full recovery window.
Insurance friendly — you pay Kirsten directly and then claim back through your pet insurance provider.
About the service
What Is Canine Physiotherapy?
Canine physiotherapy is basically the same as physio for people but for dogs. It's hands-on treatment that helps with recovery after surgery, managing conditions like arthritis and IVDD, and getting dogs back to moving properly. I use things like manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, radiofrequency therapy and laser therapy depending on what your dog needs.
Every dog that comes into my clinic in Rosudgeon is different and I treat them that way. There's no standard plan that gets rolled out for every patient. Some dogs come to me a week after cruciate surgery. Others have been struggling for years and the owner has only just found out that physio is even an option for dogs. Doesn't matter where they're starting from, the goal is the same. Get them more comfortable and moving better.
Is it right for your dog?
When Does Your Dog Need Physiotherapy?
Sooner than you'd think, honestly. If your dog has had surgery, getting physio started in the first couple of weeks makes a massive difference to how well they recover. I see a lot of dogs after TPLO and cruciate repairs and the ones that start early just do better. That's not opinion, you can see it in how they move.
It's not all about surgery though. If your dog is getting slower on walks or takes a while to get going in the mornings, that's worth looking into. Same with stiffness after exercise. And if you've got a working dog or an agility dog, keeping on top of their muscle balance and catching niggles early stops small things turning into big problems. Older dogs especially benefit from regular sessions. It's not about fixing something that's broken, it's about keeping them comfortable for longer.
Getting Started
What's Involved in Getting Started?
It's really simple. If your dog has already been diagnosed with something, whether that's post surgery or a condition your vet has confirmed, your vet just fills in a referral form and sends it over to me. If you're not sure and just want to find out whether physio could help, you can contact me directly. I'll sort out the vet consent side of things for you, it's not something you need to worry about.
First appointment is a proper assessment. I look at how your dog walks, their posture, where they're holding tension, muscle tone, all of it. Then I build a treatment plan from there and give you a home exercise programme to work through between sessions. My clinic is in Rosudgeon near Penzance, I also see dogs at Bodmin Vets4Pets every other Wednesday, and if your dog can't travel then home visits are available across Cornwall too.
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