Meet the Butterwick Animal Rehab Team
Our Canine physiotherapy team and Canine hydrotherapy team provide kind, effective rehab in Darlington — joined-up plans, clear communication, and measurable progress for your dog. Because everything happens under one roof, you won’t be driving to multiple places or repeating your dog’s story; the same familiar clinicians share notes and adjust the plan together. Less stress, no conflicting advice, and faster results you can trust.
Meet the Butterwick Animal Rehab Team
The Butterwick Animal Rehab team started over 20 years ago, offering a great canine rehabilitation experience with friendly, evidence-based care that gets real world results. As trusted specialists in Darlington, we provide canine physiotherapy and dog hydrotherapy that help dogs move comfortably and live happier lives.
Meet the Butterwick Animal Rehab Team
Meet the Butterwick Animal Rehab team. Our canine physiotherapy team and canine hydrotherapy team in Darlington work together to deliver friendly, evidence-based care.
Our Canine Physiotherapy Team
Our canine physiotherapy team specialises in exercise therapy, manual techniques and tailored home plans.
Mark Harding
Clinical Director & Veterinary Physiotherapist
Over 20 years in canine rehab; former CHA chair. Results-focused, calm and practical.
Melissa
Veterinary Physiotherapist
London-born, Isle of Wight raised. Equine management & polo groom background; BSc Vet Physio. Loves rescue work & countryside walks with her lurcher.
Hollie
Veterinary Physiotherapist
Darlington local with a passion for animals from an early age. Completed a 3-year Veterinary Physiotherapy degree (NAVP-affiliated). Outside work she’s with her dogs, Gus & Nellie.
Our Canine Hydrotherapy Team
Our canine hydrotherapy team runs pool and underwater treadmill sessions to build strength safely and support recovery.
Trevor
Canine Hydrotherapist
Guisborough local; lifelong dog person. Retired Police (28 years). Joined after seeing Apollo’s cruciate rehab here. Loves travel, food & the outdoors with Apollo and Zeus.
Client Care & Reception
Our client care team keeps everything easy—clear communication, smooth bookings and warm support.
Emma
Client Care (Front Desk Superstar)
Darlington born & bred, happiest when surrounded by dogs. Customer-service pro across retail, hospitality and engineering. Theatre fan and marketer in Gainford/Darlington; loves the outdoors and long walks.
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