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Four Wet Paws

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Four Wet Paws

Small animal hydrotherapy centre benefitting from a large pool and an underwater treadmill for rehabilitation, conditioning and weight loss and fun.

A brand new centre designed to give your pet the best therapy through water and non-weight bearing exercis

31/05/2026

🌊🐾 MAY RECAP 🐾🌊

What a lovely month it’s been here at Four Wet Paws 💙

May has been full of:
💦 Big splashes
🐶 Funny faces
🎉 Recovery milestones
💪 Strength-building wins
🦴 Confidence growing
🍖 Lots of treats
…and of course plenty of soggy dogs!

From nervous first sessions to dogs proudly trotting back through the doors, every little step forward deserves celebrating. Watching our hydro dogs grow stronger, happier, and more confident is honestly the best part of what we do. ✨

We’ve loved seeing:
🌟 Post-op dogs progressing through rehab
🌟 Senior dogs moving more comfortably
🌟 Fitness dogs building strength and stamina
🌟 Happy swimmers living their best lives in the water

And to all of our amazing owners — thank you. 💙

Thank you for trusting us with your dogs, supporting their recovery journeys, celebrating the small wins with us, and being part of such a lovely community here at the centre.

Every splash, tail wag, and muddy paw print makes Four Wet Paws what it is. 🐾

Here’s to more progress, more smiles, and more hydro adventures in June! ☀️🌊

29/05/2026

🍪🐾 HAPPY NATIONAL BISCUIT DAY 🐾🍪

Now… we may be slightly biased… but we think dogs should absolutely be included in Biscuit Day celebrations too. 😌🐶

Luckily, we’ve got plenty of tail-wagging worthy treats available in our little shop at the centre — from crunchy biscuits to natural goodies your dogs will definitely approve of. 💙

Whether your pup deserves a post-hydro reward, a “good patient” snack, or simply believes treats are a basic life requirement (valid honestly), we’ve got something for every furry foodie. 🦴✨

And the best part?

Natural treats can be a fantastic enrichment tool too:
✔️ Encourages calm chewing
✔️ Supports mental stimulation
✔️ Helps satisfy natural behaviours
✔️ Makes training and rehab sessions extra rewarding

So next time you’re in the centre, why not let your dog pick out their own Biscuit Day treat? We can’t guarantee they’ll only choose one… 👀🐾

🍪 Warning: may result in dramatic sniffing at the shop shelves.

26/05/2026

🛁🐾 INTERNATIONAL TOWEL DAY 🐾🛁

Okay… technically it was yesterday 👀 BUT we couldn’t let the opportunity pass without talking about our absolute favourite dog-drying lifesavers!! 💙

These towels have become a total must-have at the centre — and honestly, we rave about them all the time for good reason!

✨ Super absorbent
✨ Removes the majority of water from the coat quickly
✨ No pile of soggy towels needed
✨ Just dry, squeeze out, and use again… and again… and again!

Perfect after hydro sessions, muddy walks, beach trips, rainy adventures, or just your average soggy dog moment. 🌊🐶

And with this hot weather… they have another brilliant use too ☀️💦

Run them under cold water and use them to:
❄️ Cool your dog down gently
❄️ Dampen coats during warm days
❄️ Create a cool mat for them to lie on

Honestly, once you’ve tried one, you won’t go back! 🙌

If you’d like to know more or grab one for yourself, just ask us in the centre — we genuinely couldn’t recommend them enough! 💙🐾

25/05/2026

☀️🐾 HOT WEATHER APPOINTMENT REMINDER 🐾☀️

With the temperatures rising, we just wanted to reassure everyone that the centre is being kept as cool and comfortable as possible for all of our hydro dogs. 🌊💙

However, we kindly ask owners to also consider the journey to and from appointments during this warm weather — especially for our older dogs, brachy breeds, and those with mobility issues, who can find the heat much more difficult even with air conditioning. 🚗🌡️

To help keep dogs cool after their sessions, we may intentionally send them home slightly damp or wet. This can help with temperature regulation and keep them more comfortable on the journey home. 💦🐶

Please remember:
✔️ Allow extra travel time
✔️ Bring water for your dog
✔️ Keep cars well ventilated and cool
✔️ Avoid additional walks before or after appointments
✔️ Monitor closely for signs of overheating or fatigue

Our priority is always keeping your dogs safe, comfortable, and happy while they continue to benefit from their hydro sessions. 💙

Thank you for your support and understanding during the warmer weather! ☀️🐾

24/05/2026

☀️🐾 HOT WEATHER SAFETY FOR DOGS 🐾☀️

As temperatures rise, it’s important to remember that our dogs can struggle in the heat much faster than we do. 🌡️🐶

Here are some simple ways to keep your dog safe this summer:
💧 Always provide fresh, cool water
🌳 Walk early morning or later evening when it’s cooler
🔥 Avoid hot pavements — if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws
😴 Encourage rest breaks and avoid over-exercising
🚗 Never leave dogs in cars, even “just for a minute”
👀 Watch for signs of overheating: excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, wobbliness, or vomiting

And remember — exercise doesn’t always have to happen in the heat. 🌊

Hydrotherapy is a fantastic way to keep dogs active during warmer weather because sessions are:
✔️ Indoors and temperature controlled
✔️ Low impact on joints and muscles
✔️ Great for fitness and conditioning
✔️ A safer alternative to intense outdoor exercise in high temperatures

Whether your dog is recovering from injury, building strength, or just loves to stay active, hydro can help them move safely without risking overheating. 💙

✨ Keep them cool. Keep them safe. Keep them moving smartly.

📩 Message us to book your summer hydro sessions!

22/05/2026

🎓🐾 Good Luck, Abbi! 🐾🎓

After nearly a whole year with us, it’s time to say goodbye to our lovely Vet Physio placement student, Abbi! 💙

We’re sure many of you will have met her over the past few months — whether she was helping during sessions, handing out endless cheese snacks 🍖, being expertly distracted by Flynn 🐶, lending a hand with Four Hungry Paws, or simply always being there to help wherever needed.

Abbi has been such a wonderful part of the team, and it’s been a pleasure watching her grow in confidence, knowledge, and skills during her placement. Her kindness, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn have made her an absolute treat to have around. ✨

We’re so excited to see where your journey takes you next and can’t wait to watch you blossom into an amazing vet physio. 💪🐾

Thank you for all your hard work, laughs, support, and dedication — and remember… don’t be a stranger!! 💙

Enjoy some of our favourite memories from the past few months 📸

👇 Please join us in the comments and send Abbi your best wishes for the future!

20/05/2026

🐾💙 GENTLE, SUPPORTIVE HYDROTHERAPY FOR EVERY DOG 💙🐾

Not every dog walks into hydrotherapy feeling like a pro swimmer — and that’s completely okay.
Some dogs are unsure of new environments, new sensations, or simply need a little extra time to build confidence with movement and handling. 🐶✨

That’s where hydrotherapy really shines.
Our sessions are always:
✔️ Calm and controlled
✔️ Fully tailored to the individual dog
✔️ Guided at the dog’s own pace
✔️ Focused on positive, low-pressure movement

The warm water environment helps muscles relax, joints move more freely, and allows dogs to work in a way that feels supported rather than overwhelming. 🌊

We also use gentle handling techniques and gradual introductions to equipment so every dog can build confidence safely and comfortably over time.

💙 It’s never about rushing the process — it’s about meeting the dog where they are and helping them move forward, one small win at a time.

📩 If your dog needs a calm, supportive approach to rehab or conditioning, we’re here to help.

18/05/2026

☀️🐾 SUMMER PREP STARTS NOW 🐾☀️

Beach zoomies. Woodland hikes. Agility weekends. Paddle adventures. 🌊🌿
Summer is full of fun for our dogs — but jumping straight into intense activity after a quieter season can put extra strain on joints, muscles, and stamina.

That’s why conditioning matters. 💪🐶

Hydrotherapy is a fantastic way to help dogs build:
✔️ Strength
✔️ Endurance
✔️ Core stability
✔️ Joint support
✔️ Confidence in movement

All with low-impact exercise that’s kinder on the body than repetitive hard ground activity.
Whether your dog is a sporty superstar, an older explorer, or just loves an adventure, gradual conditioning helps keep them comfortable and injury-free through the busy summer months. 🌞

✨ Prepare, don’t push.

Strong bodies enjoy adventures longer.

📩 Message us to get your dog summer-ready!

15/05/2026

🎉💦 Fun Fact Friday: Hydro Myth Busting 🐾

MYTH: Hydrotherapy is “just swimming.”

Reality?

A proper hydrotherapy session is carefully controlled, tailored exercise designed around each dog’s needs 💙

We’re not just throwing dogs into water and hoping for the best.

Hydrotherapy uses:
• Controlled resistance to build strength safely
• Water support to reduce pressure on joints
• Targeted movement patterns for rehab & mobility
• Tailored session plans based on condition, recovery, and confidence

For some dogs, it’s about post-op rehab.
For others, it’s arthritis support, fitness, pain management, or improving mobility.

The swimming is only one small part of the bigger picture 🐾💧

13/05/2026

🐾💦 Senior Dog Strength

Some dogs don’t realise they’re “getting older” — they just notice that jumping up feels a bit slower, or getting going after a nap takes longer.

That doesn’t mean they need to do less. It just means they need to move differently.

In hydrotherapy, everything changes for them:
• Joints feel lighter without bodyweight pressing down
• Movement becomes smoother and less guarded
• Confidence often comes back as discomfort reduces

We’re not trying to turn back the clock — we’re helping them move through it more comfortably 🌿

Because ageing isn’t an ending to activity. It’s just a different way of doing it 💙

Address

Up Hatherley Way
Cheltenham
GL513QX

Opening Hours

Tuesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+441242702134

Website

http://www.fourwetpaws.com/

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