Brooke’s Blog
Bladder expression for spinal cases
One very stressful part for owners to manage at home for spinal/IVDD cases is to learn bladder expression if required. This will be taught by the Veterinary team and MUST only be used if required and advised by the Veterinarian/specialist. I have put this resource up...
Our new TOTALLY WILD EPISODE featuring Animal Physiotherapy
It so was exciting to be involved in filming an episode on totally wild! You can now see this episode TW26/160 https://10play.com.au/totally-wild. Thanks to all our lovely clients who were perfect additions for the day!!! We had a ball...
Our new receptionist Nicole – the glue to our practice..
I would like to welcome the glue to our practice! Nicole is our new receptionist full time handling bookings for all locations. She is an absolute joy to work with and a fellow animal lover. There is no job too big or small and has the ability to make everyone human...
Welcome dog groomer and hydrotherapist – Di!
We are proud to introduce Di as a valuable member of our team! We are looking forward to offering dog grooming and more hydrotherapy in our new clinic for a complete approach to rehabilitation. Having calm and positive handling with animals in grooming is vital and...
Nina Ottosson Products now available!
I'm excited to announce that I now stock level 2 and 3 nina ottossan toys. These are fantastic for mental stimulation for any dog from young puppy to old with canine dementia, or any recovering from and injury or surgery. Check them out!
Downward dog
Downward dog or bow is a great trick to teach your dog which has the added benefit of being a fantastic stretch for your dogs scapula and thoracic spine and muscles, as well as hamstrings. Teaching downward dog/bow: There are 2 methods that I use when teaching...
New location – ARH!
HOLISTIC ANIMAL PHYSIOTHERAPY IS EXPANDING! Due to popular demand we are now available in 2 Veterinary Specialist centres in Brisbane (QVS and ARH), alongside our well established clinic on the Sunshine Coast. I am happy to announce that our Holistic Animal...
OPEN DAY!!
We are very excited to present to you our open day for 2018. For those of you who do not know much about this relatively new industry in Veterinary medicine come along! BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL! WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU THERE. BROOKE
Joffrey post spinal surgery
I love this face! Gorgeous Joffrey who takes on life at a million miles an hour is having to learn to slow down after his hemilaminectomy for disc disease at QVS 2 weeks ago. What an awesome little dog to work with and I can’t wait to see him through his rehab! Sally...
2018 Australian Veterinary Palliative Care Conference
The first 2018 Australian Veterinary Palliative Care Conference is drawing close on 19th May. This is open to Vets, Vet nurses and para- professionals including physios... I am very excited to be a part of this - come and embrace and learn about this new industry in...
Manx cats spinal conditions
This was a very interesting case for me to treat. Patterson is a gorgeous kitten who was rescued by a nurse when surrendered. This kitten has neurological issues in its back legs with spinal deformities common in Manx cats. I am inspired to help this cat....
Australian Veterinary Palliative Care conference – first ever
I am very excited to be part of the first ever Australian Veterinary Palliative care conference. Please see attached. This is a fantastic new movement in the Veterinary industry and something at Holistic Animal Physiotherapy we are passionate about. Come along if you...
Trust!
How trusting are those eyes! This gorgeous dog has just started treatment with me a few years down the track after femoral head hip surgery which caused nerve damage. He is doing so well and his function has improved considerably in the last month. Such a gorgeous...
Wow I am sure these words will touch many. Definitely resonated with me. https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/the-heartbreak-we-choose_us_587e69dae4b0bd3158f2d242
Research on Underwater treadmill for cruciate ligament injury in dogs
Here is a recent article that answers a common question we are asked- what is the difference using an underwater treadmill on canine rehab (especially after cruciate ligament surgery). We see this in clinical practice daily for last 12 years at north coast vet...
Blog moved to facebook/instagram
Hi if you are looking for updated blog posts here please visit our facebook page holistic animal physiotherapy and same for instagram for regular cases and all things animal physio! (See icon links at the base of every page on our site) Enjoy!
Underwater treadmill sessions – keep moving through winter
Due to popular demand we will now be offering UWT sessions with Anna. We recommend this in early post op phases or for ongoing management. Weight loss is also very effective in this supported, safe, and controlled environment with skilled practitioners designing their...
Physio for the aged
It was senior dog physio day out today. These guys just keep on going at almost 15. I have treated max and Eddie for years and with the help of amazing owners being attentive to their every need – they keep on keeping on with such quality of life. Happy 15th max!
Physiotherapy in small animal medicine – article
If you would like to learn more about Physiotherapy in small animal medicine here is a recent article for you: http://cdn.storage.publishingsuite.com/…/l…/revisions/198257...
APA Level 2 Animal Physiotherapy Course
The Level 2 APA Animal Physiotherapy course (Canine +/- Equine) is now open for registration in Melbourne in November. Numbers limited to maximise practical learning potential. Looking forward to teaching this comprehensive course once...
Developmental conditions in puppies
It is fantastic to be able to assess puppies for developmental orthopaedic conditions. This 11 week old corgi started physio today and is under further investigations for hip dysplasia. We hope to manage him conservatively to maximise his quality of life by...
Can’t get cuter!
Bless!! The innocence of a baby kitten! I managed to sneak a cuddle at the end of my big day today. This little one was rescued after ex cyclone Debbie this week hit Sunshine Coast.
APA Animal Physiotherapy Course
If you are a physio and want to learn about becoming an animal physio our next level 1 APA course is running this May. This is the only and most comprehensive course for physios by physios in Australia to transfer your skills across. for more info and registration: ...
Home Visits now available
We now provide HOME VISITS for our clients in need. I recommend this for: Those who physically can’t make it into the practice (human/animal) If home environment assessment is needed To establish safe swimming in the home pool Highly anxious clients to be treated in...
Cat in underwater treadmill
Feline Physiotherapy – we just wrote an article about this in our latest newsletter. Very well behaved cat in underwater treadmill – a great need for this would love to see more enter our facility! n Fat Cat Tries To Lose Weight Just a fat cat losing some...
Monty spinal surgery
This gorgeous poppet monty will be heading back up to cairns on Monday. He is only a puppy and has had neck surgery a few weeks ago to remove a lump compressing his spinal cord and stabilise his upper neck by Dr Clarke . Monty has had lots of problems with increased...
Toe grips new in stock
New in stock – toe grips (https://www.toegrips.com). Great to use for any dog that needs help on slippery floors – old arthritic dogs, after spinal surgery or any orthopaedic surgery or injury. We are now using them in-house for our dogs after total hip replacements...
Facebook updates
Hi all I am putting our updates mainly in the Facebook page ‘Holistic Animal Physiotherapy’ so if it seems a bit dry in this section please like this page and you will get regular updates and stories from us. Enjoy!
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