ABOUT PETS IN BALANCE
OUR VISION:
To provide pets with exceptional, extended quality-of-life through experiencing the freedom of painless and effective movement.


Christi Bester
I’m a Veterinary Physiotherapist with hands-on experience helping animals move better, feel better, and get back to being themselves. This journey started with a simple belief: that our animal companions feel pain and joy just as deeply as we do, and they deserve every chance to live a life full of comfort and vitality.
During my career, I’ve worked across a wide range of case types – from mobility issues and post-injury rehabilitation to ongoing conditioning programmes for animals in sport, work, or recovery. Every case is different, and I bring the same level of care and attention to each one, whether it’s a family dog relearning how to walk after surgery or an athlete getting fine-tuned for peak performance. The moments that fuel my passion are simple but powerful: seeing a dog take its first confident steps after treatment.
I’ve made a promise to myself and to every animal I meet: to always lead with kindness, to listen carefully (even to the silent signals), and to use my skills to make a genuine, lasting difference.
Bianca Duthie
Growing up on a Karoo farm, Bianca developed a deep-rooted love for animals and their well-being. This passion led her to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Equine-Librium College, graduating in 2023. Bianca is eager to embark on a meaningful career as a veterinary physiotherapist.
Bianca takes a special interest in the rehabilitation, conditioning and performance of canine athletes and is particularly fascinated by the interplay between biomechanics, conditioning, and injury prevention. She enjoys participating in obedience, mantrailing, and detection sports with her dog, Summit.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Bianca enjoys exploring the outdoors. Hiking, running, camping, and horse-riding are among her favorite activities. Although her studies have taken priority in recent years, she actively competed in endurance and eventing.


Joslyn Vermeulen
I’m the Office Manager here, but off the clock, I’m a proud wife and mom of two. I thrive on tackling new challenges and naturally step into whatever role is needed; a true jack-of-all-trades focused on making sure everything runs smoothly. I love working with people and believe in going above and beyond in everything I do, whether at the office or at home with the family and friends I cherish.
Zanele Madini
I see Pets in Balance as a sanctuary for our patients, and work hard to keep it sparkling and safe! I help maintain hygienic treatment spaces, tidy exercise areas and welcoming common spaces so our dogs and cats stay healthy and happy, and our clients feel comfortable. I work alongside the care team to create a clean,welcoming environment for pets and their owners. My focus is on attention to detail, reliability and a love for animals.
