Wags to Wellness - Canine Massage and Rehabilitation Solutions

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Wags to Wellness - Canine Massage and Rehabilitation Solutions

Hi, I’m Steph! 👋
I’m a Human Physiotherapist 🏋️ and a Remedial Massage and Exercise Therapist for Dogs! 🐾
We service 📍Geelong 📍Ballarat 📍Melbourne

Hi, I'm Steph, the founder behind Wags to Wellness. With a profound love for dogs and a background as a certified human physiotherapist and certified canine remedial massage therapist, I've made it my life's mission to combine my passion for our four-legged friends. Wags to Wellness was born from a simple yet powerful idea – that every dog deserves a life filled with vitality and joy. My vision fo

r this venture is to provide top-notch dog massage and dog rehabilitation solutions, all centered around the well-being of your beloved dogs. Whether it's helping a senior dog regain their mobility, aiding in the post-surgery recovery of a puppy, or simply bringing comfort to a furry friend in need, I'm committed to making a positive impact on the lives of dogs and their families. Thank you for choosing Wags to Wellness. We look forward to meeting you and your beloved furry companions. With warm regards,
Steph

05/08/2025

🌸🐾 Find the paw-fect gift!
🎁 Wags to Wellness gift cards offer massage & exercise therapy sessions, perfect for pampered pooches or those needing TLC. 💆‍♀️
🐶 Options: $235 (2 sessions), $350 (15% off!).
Message us or visit www.wagstowellness.com.au to purchase. 💖🐾

04/08/2025

📩🐾 Stay connected with Wags to Wellness! 💬✨ Get email & text updates on appointments, wellness tips, and events in Geelong, Ballarat, Melbourne & beyond! 🐶💆‍♀️💚 DM us or visit our website to sign up! 💌

03/08/2025

🧣🐶 Dog Clothes in Winter – Yay or Nay? 🐾❄️
Ever wonder if your pup really needs that cute jumper or puffer vest? Let’s break down the pros and cons of dogs wearing clothes during winter:

✅ Pros:
🧥 Warmth – Ideal for small breeds, short-haired dogs, puppies & seniors who feel the cold.
🌧️ Weather Protection – Keeps fur dry and clean on soggy walks = less mess at home!
💙 Comfort for Arthritic Dogs – Warmth can soothe achy joints & muscles.
📸 Style Points – Let’s be honest… adorable AND practical? Yes please.

❌ Cons:
🐾 Overheating – Active dogs or double-coated breeds may get too warm indoors.
🙅‍♀️ Discomfort – Poor fit or material can rub or restrict movement.
😰 Stress – Some dogs really don’t enjoy being dressed (and that’s totally okay!).

Our advice?
Choose function over fashion. If your dog is shivering, older, arthritic, or dislikes the cold – a coat might just make their winter walks more enjoyable. But if your floof is zooming happily in sub-zero temps, they’re probably doing just fine!

💬 Does your dog wear clothes in winter? Let us know in the comments or share a pic of their best winter look! 🐕🧤

02/08/2025

🌧️🐶 Rainy Day? No Problem! 🐾☔️
We get it – you had your heart set on a walk, your dog’s been waiting by the door, and then… downpour! 😩 But don’t worry, just because it’s raining doesn’t mean your dog has to miss out on fun, movement or enrichment!

Here are some indoor ideas to burn energy, bond and keep the good vibes rolling:
🧠 Nose Work Games – hide treats around the house for your pup to sniff out.
🪑 Obstacle Course – use pillows, chairs and broomsticks for a DIY agility course.
🎾 Tug-of-War or Fetch – hallway fetch is a thing, just move the vase first 😅
🦴 Enrichment Toys – puzzle feeders, snuffle mats, lick mats = happy brain 🧩
🧘 Doggy Stretch & Massage – help your pup relax & loosen up inside with gentle massage (and yep, we can help teach you how!)
🕺 Trick Training – teach a new trick like ‘spin’, ‘high five’, or ‘roll over’ – great brain and body workout!

Remember, it’s not about the walk – it’s about the quality time!
💬 Got a rainy day favourite? Tell us in the comments!

01/08/2025

🎄🐾 And the winner is... 🐾🎄

We’re thrilled to announce the winner of our FREE dog massage giveaway from the BB Doggy Day Care Christmas in July Market! 🎅🏼🛷

🥁 Drumroll please… 🥁
Natasha your lucky pup has scored a relaxing, feel-good massage session with Wags to Wellness – we can’t wait to pamper your furry friend! 🐶💆‍♀️

A big thank you to everyone who visited our stall, entered the draw, and supported small biz – it means the world 💛 Stay tuned for more giveaways and wellness tips coming soon!

31/07/2025

🐾 Dallas the Labradoodle – Making Great Strides! 🐾

Our lovely senior girl Dallas is back for a follow-up with Wags to Wellness, and we’re so pleased to share that her neck discomfort has resolved! 🙌

We’re now focusing on maintaining her neck’s range of motion, particularly when turning to the right. Her dedicated owners have been doing a wonderful job with the home exercises to support her ongoing mobility. 💛

This session, our attention turned to Dallas’ left hind leg, where we noticed:
🔎 Decreased glute muscle bulk
🔎 Shorter steps and signs she’s not weight-bearing evenly
🔎 Discomfort during hip extension in both back legs — possibly the early signs of arthritis

We took things slow, and by the end, Dallas was much more comfortable with the assessment. We focused on improving range of motion and have created a home program to help rebuild strength and function in that hind leg. 💪

Next session, we hope to start building muscle bulk to help her feel strong, stable, and pain-free. Go Dallas!

📍 Servicing Geelong, Ballarat & Melbourne
📞 0448 323 235
📩 [email protected]
🐶 Book via the link in bio!

30/07/2025

☀️ Summer’s Still Shining! ☀️

Our superstar Summer the 8-year-old Rottweiler is absolutely smashing her rehab journey! 🐾💪

After recovering from a groin strain and working through some scar tissue, Summer’s range of motion has significantly improved — go Summer! 🙌 We’re so proud of the dedication she and her amazing humans have shown.

In our latest session, we:
✅ Reassessed her legs and saw great progress
✅ Introduced strength & weight-bearing exercises
✅ Focused on building hip extension and started hill walking (uphill especially!) to build power and stability in her sore leg

Can’t wait to see where she’s at next session. You’ve got this, Summer! 🌟

📍 Servicing Geelong, Ballarat & Melbourne
📞 0448 323 235
📩 [email protected]
🐾 Book via the link in bio!

29/07/2025

🌟 Dolly’s Progress Update – Lighter, Stronger, and Thriving! 🌟

We’re back with a fantastic update on sweet Dolly, the beautiful 3-year-old Airedale Terrier who’s been on a journey of recovery since a serious wrist injury as a pup 🐾

Since we last saw her, Dolly has lost some weight and is now feeling much lighter on her feet — including that tricky wrist! 💪✨ Thanks to her dedicated owner, she’s been progressing beautifully and was a total superstar during our recent massage and exercise session.

Here’s what we worked on:
👐 Massage to her triceps and biceps
🌀 Gentle range of motion techniques on her wrist
🏋️‍♀️ Strength and weight-bearing exercises using food motivation (and Dolly was very motivated 😄)

Her owner has done an amazing job with the desensitisation plan, helping Dolly feel safe and confident when her wrist is touched — and it’s paying off! While we don’t see signs of current pain, we do predict that early onset arthritis may develop due to her injury history. That’s why we’re holding off on a splint for now, and focusing on keeping her strong, mobile, and pain-free for as long as possible.

Stay tuned — next session we’ll share Dolly in action with her home exercises! 💙🐶

📍 Servicing Geelong, Ballarat & Melbourne
📞 0448 323 235
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Link in bio to book

28/07/2025

🚨 Wags to Wellness is growing! 🐾💆‍♂️ Thanks to your support, we're making changes to keep things smooth. 👉 New referral form: https://omniform1.com/forms/v1/landingPage/686f8e8068f5ed9fec549f0b/687f48d47969e839730984bb (or link in bio!) 📍

26/07/2025

🌟🐾 Join the Wags to Wellness VIPs Woof Pack! 🐾🌟
Get access to dog health tips, event updates, success stories, and a supportive community. Share a photo of your dog and introduce yourself! 📸
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24/07/2025

🚗🐾 Ballarat Bound! 🐾📍 Wags to Wellness is coming to Ballarat this Sat, 26th! 📅 Book your pup's massage, mobility check or rehab plan: 0448 323 235. Limited spots! 💙

Address

Greater Geelong, VIC
3220

Telephone

+61448323235

Website

http://wagstowellness.com.au/

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