Success Stories

Real dogs, real results. Every case here started with an owner who wasn't sure physiotherapy could help. Here's what happened.

✓ Resolved Neck / Forelimb

🐾 Jet — Lameness From His Neck

Two months of unexplained forelimb lameness. X-rays clear. Rest made it worse.

The Problem

Jet had two months of unexplained forelimb lameness before seeing me. X-rays were clear, rest made it worse, and a CT scan was being considered. Jet is a very nervous dog so we worked on assessing different parts of his body across different sessions.

What I Found

The real issue was in his neck — a significant restriction when bending to the right. The lameness wasn't coming from his leg at all.

The Treatment

Gentle, targeted physiotherapy and simple home exercises. His lameness resolved almost instantly and his neck mobility improved dramatically.

Outcome

Six sessions later, Jet is running comfortably and enjoying life again. No CT scan needed.

A powerful reminder that lameness doesn't always originate from the limb itself.

✓ Full Recovery Neurological Was Paralysed

🐾 Toffee — From Paralysis to Normal Life

Paralysed from a cervical disc extrusion. Barely any movement in her front limbs.

The Problem

Toffee became paralysed due to a disc extrusion in her neck. She had ventral slot decompression surgery and came to me with just some movement in her front limbs.

When She Started

Paralysed. Minimal front limb movement. Unable to walk or stand.

Where She Is Now

Completely normal dog. Walking, running, living life.

The Rehabilitation

Toffee underwent intensive rehabilitation over several weeks. There were always little improvements along the way, building on each other session by session.

Outcome

Toffee is now a normal dog. You wouldn't know she was ever paralysed.

Early, consistent rehabilitation gives the best chance of neurological recovery. Toffee is living proof.

✓ Fully Recovered TPLO / Post-Op

🐾 Belle — TPLO Surgery Recovery

Post-op rehabilitation package. Building strength the right way.

The Problem

Belle had TPLO surgery and her owners wanted to make sure they were doing the right things during recovery, building up the muscles supporting the joint correctly rather than guessing.

The Treatment

Belle came to me for the post-operation rehabilitation package. A structured programme of sessions focused on progressive strengthening, correct loading, and making sure everything was heading in the right direction at each stage.

Outcome

Belle successfully completed her rehabilitation and is now back to being a normal dog.

Package Used Post-Op Orthopaedic Package (6 sessions, £285) → View details

✓ Walking Independently IVDD / Spinal

🐾 Dexter — IVDD Spinal Surgery Recovery

9-year-old Dachshund. Still sling-dependent 7 weeks after spinal surgery.

The Problem

Dexter began physiotherapy seven weeks after spinal surgery for IVDD. He was still dependent on a sling, had significant hind limb weakness, and a noticeable roach in his back.

The Treatment

Targeted physiotherapy, sling adaptations, and adjunct radiofrequency therapy. Dexter made steady progress with a structured rehab plan built around his abilities at each stage.

Rehab Focus

Postural correction

Hind limb strengthening

Balance & proprioception

Movement retraining

Outcome

Dexter now walks independently with a stronger, more coordinated gait. You can really see the difference in his back.

A fantastic example of teamwork and structured rehab after IVDD surgery.

✓ Signed Off Patella Luxation

🐾 Gus — Patella Luxation Rehab Done Right

Post-surgery. Pain relief had ended but discomfort was limiting progress.

The Problem

Gus had undergone surgery for patella luxation. When physio began, he had just finished his pain relief but discomfort was still limiting his progress and holding back his recovery.

The Approach

In agreement with his vet, short-term medication was reintroduced to support his rehab. The result was better movement, improved weight-bearing, and faster progress.

Key Win

Gus didn't need the second lot of injections into his stifle because the physiotherapy was doing such a good job. Once he was strong and confident, medication was gradually withdrawn.

Outcome

Fully signed off. Maintenance sessions only. No additional stifle injections needed.

Managing pain early creates the best foundation for successful rehabilitation.