Start Strong – Why Your Puppy (or Kitten or Foal) Deserves a Physio Session Too

Because healthy habits (and movement) start young.

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Let’s Talk About Your Little Whirlwind

You know the one – floppy ears, turbo-charged zoomies, and absolutely no concept of “taking it easy.”

Puppies, foals, kittens, and other young animals are bundles of energy and adorable chaos. But here’s the secret: all that wild energy needs some guidance.

That’s where veterinary physiotherapy comes in – not just to fix problems, but to prevent them. Because physio isn’t just for recovery – it’s for growth, strength, and setting your little one up for a lifetime of healthy movement.

What’s the Point of Physio for Young Animals?

Think of it as training wheels for their little bodies 🚲🐕

Young animals are still developing their:

  • Bones and joints
  • Muscles and coordination
  • Posture and balance

Just like human children might need physio for flat feet, hypermobility, or growing pains, your puppy, kitten, or foal might too!

Physiotherapy helps:

✅ Correct early imbalances

✅ Build even muscle tone

✅ Improve coordination

✅ Support healthy joint development

✅ Prevent long-term issues (like hip dysplasia, arthritis, or luxating patellas)


Who’s It For?

🎯 Pretty much every young animal… but especially:

  • Breeds prone to joint issues (Labradors, German Shepherds, Bulldogs)
  • Agility, working, or show animals (Border Collies, Yorkies, Spaniels)
  • Fast-growing large breeds (Great Danes, Mastiffs, Irish Wolfhounds)
  • Young animals with injuries or congenital conditions

If your little one zooms, tumbles, or seems a little “off,” physio might be the perfect next step.

What Does a Puppy Physio Session Look Like?

Spoiler: It’s not boot camp. It’s structured playtime – backed by science!

Here’s what a session usually includes:

  1. A gentle assessment of your pet’s movement, posture, and limb use
  2. A personalised exercise plan tailored to your animal’s age and needs
  3. Fun equipment like balance pads, tunnels, wobble boards… and yes, treats!
  4. Home advice for safe play, posture tips, and what to look out for

No stress. No pain. Just one happy little explorer learning to move like a pro.

Tail wags and wiggles included.


Real Talk: Why Bother?

Because it’s easier (and more affordable!) to prevent problems than to treat them later

Starting physio early can help your pet avoid:

🚫 Lifelong joint problems

🚫 Muscle imbalances and pain

🚫 Clumsy accidents

🚫 Early arthritis

Plus, you’re giving them the best possible start – whether they’re headed for show rings, sheep herding, or just epic games of fetch.

It’s Not Just for Dogs!!!

We’ve worked with all kinds of growing animals:

  • 🐱 Kittens who outgrew their balance
  • 🐴 Foals learning to use their long legs
  • 🐰 Bunnies with one strong leg and one lazy one
  • 🐐 Baby goats with bounce in all the wrong places

If it moves, we can help it move better.


Your Puppy Deserves the Best Start

Don’t wait until there’s a limp, a bunny-hop, or an awkward walk.

A quick physiotherapy check-up now could mean a stronger, more confident, and injury-free future.

Book your puppy physio session today!

Because strength, coordination, and confidence should start early – and last a lifetime.

Let’s give your pet the best beginning to their adventure.

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