The Small Animal Clinic

Your local clinic for canine hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation.

At The Small Animal Clinic, we provide specialized hydrotherapy and veterinary physiotherapy services designed to support the health, mobility, and overall well-being of your pets. Our state-of-the-art facilities include an indoor, heated swimming pool and an underwater treadmill, both tailored to meet the specific needs of each animal. Here’s how our services can benefit your furry friends:

Hydrotherapy Facilities

Swimming Pool

Our heated swimming pool offers a non-weight-bearing environment where dogs can exercise freely. The buoyancy of the water reduces stress on the joints, making it an ideal setting for:

• Post-operative recovery
• Arthritis management
• Weight loss programs
• General fitness and conditioning

Swimming enhances cardiovascular fitness, muscle strength, and range of motion without the risk of injury that can occur on land.

Underwater Treadmill

The underwater treadmill combines the benefits of water resistance with controlled, weight-bearing movement. This modality allows for more precise and gradual rehabilitation by:

• Improving gait patterns
• Increasing muscle mass and tone
• Enhancing joint flexibility
• Accelerating recovery post-surgery

The water’s resistance helps build strength, while its buoyancy reduces the load on painful or healing joints, offering a perfect balance between safety and effectiveness.

Veterinary Physiotherapy Services

Our veterinary physiotherapy services are designed to address a wide range of conditions, from orthopedic and neurological issues to general muscle weakness and post-operative care. Veterinary physiotherapy involves:

• Manual therapies such as massage and stretching to improve circulation and relieve muscle tension.
• Electrotherapies like laser therapy, which promotes cellular repair and reduces inflammation.
• Therapeutic exercises to restore movement and build strength.
• Gait re-education to correct abnormal movement patterns and improve coordination.

Why Choose Us?

We are a small, friendly, and trusted team of fully qualified hydrotherapists and physiotherapists, ensuring your dog is always in good hands. Our clinic is fully insured and registered with NARCH (National Association of Registered Canine Hydrotherapists), giving you peace of mind that your pet is receiving the highest standard of care.

We work with the majority of pet insurance companies, making it easier for you to access the treatments your pet needs.

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Your pet’s health is our priority—let us help them live their best life!