Behavioural Referrals Veterinary Practice

30/08/2026

Our office is closed tomorrow for the August Bank Holiday and will reopen on Tuesday 1st September.

If you need to contact us, please leave a voicemail or send us an email, and a member of our team will respond as soon as possible when we return.

If you need to reach a member of our team urgently, please call the practice as usual and use the emergency contact number provided in our voicemail message.

If your pet requires urgent veterinary attention, please contact your usual veterinary practice or their out of hours emergency provider.

We hope you and your pets have had a lovely Bank Holiday weekend ☀🐾

29/08/2026

Meet Toby! 🐾💙
Toby has been working with us on his behaviour for a few years now, as he can struggle with over-arousal and finds different environments particularly challenging.
Considering his anxieties, Toby does incredibly well during his physiotherapy sessions. For him, simply being able to settle and remain still in a building with other dogs around is a huge achievement.
Here you can see him doing brilliantly with his Kong, helping him to stay calm and focused while we work with him.
Toby is also wonderfully tolerant of being handled during his sessions, and it has been fantastic to watch his confidence grow and see just how far he has come.

Well done, Toby! We’re so proud of the progress he’s made⭐️🐶

27/08/2026

Please note that we will be closed on Monday 31st August for the Bank Holiday.

If you need to contact us, please send us an email or leave a voicemail, and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible when we reopen on Tuesday 1st September.

If you need to reach a member of our team urgently, please call the practice as usual and use the emergency contact number provided in our voicemail message.

If your pet requires urgent veterinary attention, please contact your usual veterinary practice or their out of hours emergency provider.

We hope you all have a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend! ☀🐾

26/08/2026

🐶International Dog Day! 🐶

What a great opportunity to celebrate our canine companions and patients! To celebrate we would love to see photos of your canine companions and hear what makes them special!

🐶❤

24/08/2026

Did you know that dogs should naturally carry 30% of their body weight through each forelimb, and 20% through each hindlimb?

Any significant variation from this is relatively easy to see by the trained eye, however our Companion Animal Health Stance Analyser allows us to tell even minor shifts in body weight. This helps us to pinpoint where an animal might be painful, especially if they would struggle to allow thorough examination.

Here you can see that Fern is perfect through her hindlimbs but that she is carrying less weight through her left forelimb. This correlates with her history as we know she has a painful left shoulder and is therefore offloading weight onto her right forelimb.

19/08/2026

🐾 Chronic pain and behaviour in animals 🐾

A significant part of our behavioural work focuses on assessing and managing chronic pain in animals. When animals experience pain, their ability to cope with other stressors is greatly reduced, often leading to noticeable changes or declines in their behaviour.

Key signs to look out for:

🐾Touch sensitivity: If your dog is avoiding you or their walking equipment before a walk, it could indicate discomfort from ill-fitting gear or underlying pain.

🐾Ball play stress: While fun, ball play can put stress on joints, especially with sudden movements or rapid braking. Even healthy dogs can experience strain in their joints from this activity.

🐾Elevating bowls: If your dog shows discomfort while leaning down to eat or drink, this could point to neck, forelimb, or back pain. Raising the food and water bowls helps to improve posture and reduces strain on their body.

Paying attention to these subtle signs can make a big difference in your dog's overall well-being. If you suspect pain is affecting your pet's behaviour, please speak to your GP vet to discuss the pain further.

14/08/2026

🐾 Meet Holly 🐾

Holly is one of our lovely physiotherapy patients, and we're so proud of how far she has come. ❤️

She has been incredibly brave during her physio sessions as we work together to help address her hindlimb discomfort. When Holly first started treatment, handling was understandably difficult for her, but through patience, trust, and always listening to what she was comfortable with, she has made amazing progress.
Holly now allows palpation with consent, which is a huge milestone and a wonderful example of how important it is to respect each dog’s individual boundaries and emotional wellbeing during treatment. 🐶✨

Seeing her grow in confidence and become more comfortable with handling has been just as rewarding as the physical improvements we are working towards.

Well done Holly! You are an absolute superstar! 🌟

11/08/2026

😴 Did you know? Dogs need around 16 Hours of sleep each day! 😴

Sleep is crucial to your dog’s emotional and physical well-being. Inadequate rest can lead to emotional distress, and even dogs who seem fine can struggle in busy environments due to chronic sleep deprivation.

For our more energetic pups, reducing activity can be incredibly beneficial. Many dogs who appear fully awake are actually not getting enough rest to truly recharge.

💤 Try shorter, calmer walks.
💤 Create quiet spaces like their crate or bed for relaxation.
💤 Give them time to unwind after stressful events (like a vet visit).

Supporting your dog’s sleep routine helps improve their overall well-being and keeps them feeling balanced and secure! 🐾💛

08/08/2026

🐱 Happy International Cat Day! 🐱

What a great opportunity to celebrate our feline companions and patients! To celebrate we would love to see photos of your feline companions and hear what makes them special!

🐈❤
International Cat Care

28/07/2026

🐱 Why & when does a cat need a referral? 🐱

Cats can experience both physical and emotional challenges that impact their behaviour. We’re here to help caregivers understand and support their feline companions, ensuring the best possible outcome for both.

What happens during a diagnostic consultation?

🐾 We explain why your cat’s unwanted behaviour is happening by identifying the emotions driving it.
🐾 We help you interpret feline body language, giving you the tools to support your cat effectively.
🐾 We create a tailored behaviour plan and guide you through each phase of improvement.

Many cases require a structured, step-by-step approach to set your cat up for long term success. We offer home visits (within our radius) and video consultations for those further afield.

How to book an appointment: A referral from your GP veterinary practice is required. If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected].

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We offer diagnostic consultations either in your home (within 50 miles of our practice) or remotely if you live further away. Why & When Does Your Pet Need a Referral? Cats, birds, and rabbits can experience both physical and emotional challenges that impact their behaviour. We’re here to help car...