Testimonials

Darcie, our much-loved 12-year-old black Labrador, means the world to us, so seeing her struggle with arthritis, muscle loss in her back legs and reduced mobility was heart breaking. As she increasingly relied on her front legs to compensate, it affected her whole posture, causing painful muscle spasms in her back. In April, she then injured a front leg after getting her foot caught in a rabbit hole. Because she had already been relying so heavily on her front legs, the injury effectively left her relying on just one good leg. Around the same time, her pain medication was making her sick and leaving her feeling very poorly, so she was in pain, losing confidence and simply wasn’t herself.
On our vet Annalie’s recommendation, we were referred to Kathryn for hydrotherapy. Darcie’s first appointment included a thorough assessment, laser treatment and practical advice about how we could best support her at home. Once we had found pain relief that suited her, improved her pain management and started her weight-loss programme, she began six hydrotherapy sessions. Throughout her treatment, Annalie and Kathryn worked closely together, ensuring Darcie’s care was joined up and tailored to her needs.
The difference has been incredible. With every session, Darcie became stronger and more confident. By the end of her treatment, the muscle in both back legs had evened out, she was confidently walking on the underwater treadmill, and she was moving so much more freely. She’s happier, more active and, most importantly, she’s enjoying life again.
Thanks to the care, expertise and teamwork of Annalie and Kathryn, it genuinely feels like we have our old Darcie back. We would wholeheartedly recommend hydrotherapy to anyone whose dog could benefit from it. It has transformed Darcie’s quality of life—and ours too.

Darcies owner – Vets4Pets client

Jane has been absolutely brilliant helping my dog Beulah regain her mobility after injury. Her knowledge, compassion and empathy is second to none. I would thoroughly recommend her if you are looking for rehabilitation therapies for your dog.

Beulah owner – Karen Ritchie

Jane has been absolutely wonderful in helping my Bichon Frise, Max, regain strength and mobility.  Max developed back leg weakness associated with Cushing’s Disease, alongside arthritis-related stiffness and loss of muscle strength. Through Jane’s expert care, including hydrotherapy, manual therapy, electrotherapy (laser treatment) and acupuncture, Max has made significant progress and I believe his quality of life has improved as a result.

Jane’s knowledge as a veterinary surgeon, physiotherapist and hydrotherapist is evident in the thoughtful, tailored approach she takes with Max. Not only has she helped improve his mobility and back leg strength, but she has also supported his overall comfort and confidence.

I truly can’t recommend Jane highly enough. Her skill, dedication and genuine care for her patients make an enormous difference.

Dr J Jones.

Max’s owner – Dr Jones

We can’t thank Katherine enough for the incredible care she gave our pointer, Olive! After struggling with stiffness, lameness, and discomfort, Olive could barely manage short walks before starting to limp. Thanks to Katherine’s expert physio treatments, including a combination of laser and hydrotherapy, Olive made amazing progress. Every session was tailored to Olive’s needs, and now she’s back to her energetic self, enjoying full days of activity! Katherine continues to see Olive for maintenance checks, ensuring she stays in top form. We highly recommend Katherine for her knowledge, compassionate care, and personalised treatment approach!

Olives owner – Mrs Hooper

Ben, our 9 year old Labrador had been showing intermittent signs of lameness, which I’m thrilled to say has been successfully treated by Kathryn and her team … can’t recommend them highly enough

Bens owner – Loraine Knight