Osteoarthritis in dogs

Osteoarthritis in dogs

As we age, our joints suffer from wear and tear – it’s an inevitable part of the aging process and, while we can slow it down, it will eventually affect us all.   And dogs are no different; in fact, as they age around five to six times as fast as humans,...
An owners guide to hydrotherapy

An owners guide to hydrotherapy

You know what it’s like when your limbs are aching – a hot bath does the world of good. Well, that’s the principle, essentially, behind dog hydrotherapy.   Yes, it’s a bit more complicated logistically (very few people have a hydrotherapy pool in their...
Low impact exercises for dogs

Low impact exercises for dogs

Cruciate ligament injury in dogs is one of the most common injuries, and it’s often caused by exercise but most particularly rapid changes of direction at speed.   This type of damage is more likely to happen in the spring months, when a dog that has been used to...
Monthly Round Up of Stars

Monthly Round Up of Stars

This month we have collected all of our pupstars for a monthly round up! We think that every four legged visitor here at the clinic is a superstar but here we share some fantastic progress journeys and highlights which both us and dog owners have been able to see...
Hip Dysplasia in dogs

Hip Dysplasia in dogs

We have put together a blog to help other dogs owners understand what Hip Dysplasia is or to simply learn a little bit more! Here at Butterwick, we regularly help owners and their dogs manage the condition, so one of our professional Hydrotherapists Claire, has shared...