TIPS & ADVICE
Amputees & Hydrotherapy
We have all seen a dog running in the park from a distance and suddenly when he or she approaches, realised the astonishing fact that the dog is in fact missing a limb. It is amazing to think that they can just adapt and live a happy and active rest of their life.
The Wonderful World of Kinesiology Tape
by Joané van Oudtshoorn, first published in We Love Pets SA. You’ve likely seen athletes taped up in this colorful, eye-catching tape, from sore shoulders to aching knees. This wonderful tool that rehabilitation therapists, in [...]
The Pet Obesity Epidemic
by Caleigh Snyman and Joané van Oudtshoorn, first published in We Love Pets SA. When they look up at you with those big, beautiful begging eyes … Yes, we all know the ‘look’ from our [...]
Caring for your Older Pet in the Colder Months
by Caleigh Snyman and Joané van Oudtshoorn, first published in We Love Pets SA and The Dog Box. It is that time of the year again - time to lug out the firewood and toasty [...]
Underwater Treadmill Therapy – the benefits for small animals
by Joané van Oudtshoorn and Caleigh Snyman, first published in We Love Pets SA and The Dog Box. The Underwater Treadmill (UWTM) is an important component of rehabilitation that facilitates movement and helps speed up [...]
Cats are incredible jumpers – it’s in their DNA
Whether they are attempting to pluck prey from the sky, or taking a nose-dive out of a tall tree, it is incredible (and sometimes terrifying) to watch them go! Scientists agree that the reason cats [...]
How will physiotherapy help to heal my dog after surgery?
Occasionally, surgery is the only option for dogs suffering from musculoskeletal deficits. It can be a stressful experience for both the client and the patient, and often involves weeks of special care and activity restriction. [...]
Exercises for hip dysplasia
My old dog suffers from hip dysplasia, and mornings are really tough for him. Are there any exercises we can do in the mornings that will help him? Hip Dysplasia (or HD) is a painful [...]
The Secret To Nine Lives – Cats and Stretching
There is no denying it; cats are masters of the stretch! Whether it's a flex before breakfast or a yawn after dinner, cats have long understood the many benefits that come with stretching. Like people, [...]
Shedding Light on Therapeutic Laser Therapy
LASER = Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation Lasers that are used in rehabilitation help to modulate cell functions. This is known as photobiomodulation. How Do Lasers Work? Laser radiation has a non-thermal interaction [...]
Is Underwater Treadmill Therapy Better than Swimming?
Our underwater treadmill may be state of the art and very high tech but is it really necessary? Can I not just swim my dog in the dam?Research shows that underwater treadmill therapy speeds up [...]