We had a fantastic 3 days at the APA conference with the Animal Physiotherapy Group. This was held at the Brisbane Convention centre. What a great experience to organise such an event. I am totally exhausted but I trust that all enjoyed.  As we are a new...

n I have been using Traumeel (homeopathic) for years in human and animal Practice for inflammation and pain.  As there are so many side effects to medications (NSAIDS) that many dogs cannot take (especially gastrointestinal, liver, kidney) these products have...

I have been working hard this year planning for the Animal Physiotherapy section of the APA (Australian Physiotherapy Association) conference.  It is finally coming around and is being held this weekend at the Brisbane Convention Centre.  This process has...

n The Lovely Muppy is getting ready to go home up north.  She had her first try of her new wheels today.  While not so sure at first it will not be long before she is going to be in danger of getting a speeding ticket!  n Muppy sustained a severed disc...

I finished off my last presentation to the UQ Japanese students this week.  My Missie stole the show again. She has co-presented with me for the last few years. Now that she has had her spinal injury this year, she was a good case to show her unusual gait...

n What a beautiful little face! Geezer is doing just so well.  He is only a couple of weeks after spinal surgery and is home and well.  He improved so quickly after surgery he managed to get home the next day.  We are gradually working on his stability...

n This gorgeous kelpie is being a good working puppy fighting to regain health and mobility after debilitating discospondylitis.  We have been treating him with gentle massage, stretches (especially for his hips), Balance/stability training, underwater treadmill...

It was great to see Roisin progressing this week.  She has had a very dedicated mum bring her down for her sessions from up North. Roisin has severe hip dysplasia and arthritis.  With complications in surgery has needed intensive Physiotherapy to get her to...

As part of our Seminar series to Sunshine coast Vets and Vet Nurses our team had an information evening on Geriatric patients.   n I presented on the benefits of Physiotherapy in managing Arthritis in the dog.  It is great to increase awareness to Vet nurses...

n Missie and I were privileged to be invited back this year for 2 presentation to Japanese Students at UQ.  With an attentive 60 young people they learnt about Animal Physiotherapy in Australia and a little about massage and stretches for dogs.  Thanks to an...

n What a dedicated mum! You might remember my visit a few days before this little fella arrived.  Max keeps cruising along nicely and appears to be loving his new pack member.  Thanks for all your hard work keeping max on track! n What a gorgeous family! n n

n It was great to see Cooper head home to Gladstone. With such keen owners they drove all the way down and back again to learn what to do at home to help get Cooper fully back on track.  I hear he is doing very well.  I loved my time with him and look...

n I am not sure I am allowed to have favourites but this dog Cooper would have to be mine this week. This little fella was driven down from Gladstone from his dedicated owners after being run over by a tractor.  He has multiple pelvic and leg fractures but has an...

n How could you refuse those eyes? what a stunning puppy. This 8 week old pup has come from up north to see me with a wrist injury.  Hopefully she can get back on track soon and enjoy growing to her full potential! Working with dogs like this I can’t...

n I just received another great testimonial from the lovely Tuli.  It is so great to see Tuli keeping on plodding along fantastically thanks to such a dedicated owner.  She has considerable arthritis in her knees, hip and back but is now doing so well. You...

n Well i officially have 2 senior dogs now. They turned 8 yesterday.  Missie pictured above had a severe spinal injury in January this year.  She is not perfect but still plodding along and I am working hard to maintain her to ensure quality of life....

n I have just received another testimonial from the beautiful bonnie.  She has a chronic injury in her hock, now developing into arthritis. With such a keen and dedicated owner we have gradually worked her back to be more comfortable day to day and enjoy her...

If you ever wonder what I do when I am not treating all the lovely dogs……nnn

nThanks so much for a beautiful contribution to my testimonial from Beanie and Sage.  Feel free to read their story about their physiotherapy experiences.nThanks kindly!nn

Thanks kindly to the power puff Heinrich who is recovering very well from Spinal surgery for his very kind words. Feel free to read his testimonial explaining his physiotherapy sessions.  I have loved helping him get back on track. n nGo little fella!! n n

nWhat a dedicated mum.! Julie has been bringing her lovely Lab Max to me for a few years now to help manage his arthritis.  He is being beautifully maintained in his mature years despite a growing pack around him.  I love Julie’s energy 2 days before...

nFor many dog owners around Australia and internationally they do not have access to qualified Animal Physiotherapists. If you have a quick question feel free to use my online consultation for some free advice.  I can certainly help with more specific advice for...

IMG_1177.MOVnI had a chance to review Morty in his new wheels (see this video attached).  He really is the perfect candidate for wheels. This can be a very difficult decision for many owners. Morty is a very active and healthy 9yo cattle dog who lives on a...

IMG_1195.MOVnZak has such a fantastic time in the underwater treadmill.  Have a look at this video to put a smile on your dial!nThis big german shepherd is now 6 weeks after spinal surgery for lumbosacral disc disease. He is gaining great strength in his hind...

What a beautiful dog bertie is.  this 4yo dachsund is owned by a gorgeous scottish couple who have been so heavily involved with her rehabilitation.  After spinal surgery for disc prolapse in July she is walking well and slowly getting back to being a dog on...

Thanks to such dedicated owners the very vibrant 9yo Mynka is on the road to recovery.nHe has recently had a total hip replacement for severe Hip dysplasia (arthritis).  With intensive physiotherapy and a home program to help him slowly regain muscular stability...

Stoney must be my oldest canine patient so far. At 19.5 I am amazed this lovely fella keeps plodding along.nHe loves his acupuncture and is now able to build up a little muscle stability and strength in the underwater treadmill.  With such a dedicated owner he...

I have moved house now and have gained another couple of 4 legged friends to my pack.  It is fantastic to have so many pooches but it definitely takes work to get 2 packs together.  This was my successful morning this morning……nnnWe have been...