Canine Muscular Health Clinic

Canine Muscular Health Clinic The treatment at North Wales Canine Muscular Health Clinic is valuable for all dogs of all ages and conditions.
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We specialise in the rehabilitation of soft tissue and muscular injuries, support dogs with orthopedic conditions i.e arthritis & hip Dysplasia for chronic pain managment, help senior dogs remain more mobile and improve the performance of sporting dogs. It is an effective treatment for soft tissue and muscular rehabilitation, supporting animals with chronic pain management due to orthopedic / neu

rological conditions or in senior age by improving dysfunctional muscles due to overcompensation thereby improving mobility. It is also an effective treatment for maintaining young, active or working dogs to maintain their musculo-skeletal health by keeping their muscle tissue supple and injury free. Soft tissue issues and injuries such as trigger points (knots), myofascial pain, strains, sprains, hypertonicity, scar tissue, tissue adhesions and muscle splinting will all be indentifed and treated accordingly. These treatable conditions can be very painful and debilitating and will reduce the animals performance and general well being. Diseased joints i.e Arthritis / Hip Dysplasia rely on the recruitment of extra muscular support to enable movement and thereby causing overcompensation resulting in referred pain from the primary injury location to secondary areas. Our approach is to evulate the whole animal by utilising advanced palpation skills to assess around 100 muscles along with fascia to identify these issues and locate all areas which may need rehabilitation to benefit their mobility.

​My expertise is within muscular injury rehabilitation and chronic pain management, I use non-invasive soft tissue manipulations to relieve pain and discomfort as well as utilising a series of complex direct myofascial releases to address chronic structural imbalances and fascial dysfunction as a result of soft tissue injury or degenerative joint disease. These techniques often achieve profound and long lasting results. After working with the Search and Rescue Dog Assocation (SARDA) for 10 years both as a handler and now as the training officer teaching others, I have been exposed to how debilitating muscular injuries and issues can have on a perfectly healthy dog. This experience was also first hand when my collie experienced a fall during a search, where the soft tissue injury was not originally identified but later transpired as intermittent lameness which I have spent the last 10 years managing along with muscular issues relating to arthritic changes. This experience coupled with my interest in canine anatomy and physiology lead me onto the obvious career move out of academic research into canine rehabilitiation. In 2017 I embarked on Natalie Lenton's Canine massage Practioner Programme where in 2019 completed my skills to a clinical level and became part of the Canine Massage Guild. Coupled with my scientific background as a post-doctoral researcher, experience with working with dogs for over a decade and my clinical skills i provide a very professional service.

12/03/2026

For the oldies out there who are suffering from stiffness from arthritis, orthopedic conditions and less movement we can help. Get in touch

06/02/2026

Great advice for those athletes out there.

03/02/2026

🦴 World Orthopaedic Day
Orthopaedic health in dogs isn’t one-dimensional — and great outcomes rarely come from one modality alone.

At CMG, we champion a multi-modal, collaborative approach to canine care. When skilled professionals work together, dogs benefit from more rounded, sustainable results.
Alongside clinical canine massage, this team may include:
• Veterinary surgeons
• Veterinary physiotherapists
• Hydrotherapists
• Canine chiropractors / osteopaths
• Veterinary nurses
• Behaviourists
• Pain management specialists
The list goes on!
Each plays a vital role in supporting movement, comfort, recovery and long-term joint health.

👇 Let’s celebrate collaboration
Tag a paraprofessional or therapist you trust and value.
Let’s give credit where it’s due

Great talk focusing on how improving your dog’s sleep quality can support their muscular health, aid recovery from injur...
17/10/2025

Great talk focusing on how improving your dog’s sleep quality can support their muscular health, aid recovery from injury, improve pain and behaviour

Did you know your dog’s muscles do their best healing while they sleep? Just like us humans....

We’re thrilled to welcome Dr Lauren Davies BVSc MRCVS – The Sleep Vet as our next guest speaker for Muscular Health Awareness Month!

Join us on Tuesday 21st October as Dr Davies explores the powerful connection between sleep, muscle recovery, and pain management in dogs. From tissue repair to hormonal balance, sleep isn’t just “downtime”, it’s when the body restores itself at the deepest level.

Learn how improving your dog’s sleep quality can support their muscular health, aid recovery from injury, and even enhance mobility and behaviour.

📅 Tuesday | Free Online Talk
💤 With Dr Lauren Davies, The Sleep Vet
Part of Muscular Health Awareness Month

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These will be two great talks not to be missed.
13/10/2025

These will be two great talks not to be missed.

Exciting announcement! Laser Therapy expert Emily Ashdown is joining us for Canine Muscular Health Awareness Month with an informative talk for professionals and owners alike.

🐾 "Laser Therapy Made Simple! A guide for professionals and pet owners alike"
🗓 Wednesday 15th October | 7.30pm | 1 hour

Discover how the power of light can support healing, reduce pain, and improve quality of life for pets. This introductory session breaks down the fundamentals of veterinary laser therapy in a clear and accessible way—perfect for both pet owners curious about treatment options and professionals looking to refresh their knowledge. We’ll cover how laser therapy works, what conditions it can help, what to expect during a session, and the benefits it brings to everyday care. Whether you’re caring for a beloved pet or supporting patients in practice, this talk will give you the confidence to understand and discuss laser therapy with ease.

We can't wait!! Remember theres no booking before hand, just click the below and join Emily, the Guild and Canine MHAM and we will see you there!

About Emily

Emily Ashdown RVN, ADIPPHYS, ISFMCert, CSMCert, Cert CanineHydro, L3AET MRAMP, MIRVAP, AHPR

Emily Ashdown graduated from Halesowen in 2013 with a Diploma in Veterinary Nursing and is a registered Veterinary Nurse with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. She went on to earn her qualification as a Veterinary Physiotherapist from the College of Animal Physiotherapy in 2017, specializing in Canine Sports Massage in 2018, and becoming a certified Small Animal Hydrotherapist in 2021. Emily is listed on the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP) and is a member of the Institute of Registered Veterinary and Animal Physiotherapists (IRVAP).
Her diverse experience spans various types of practices, from small independent clinics to large charity hospitals, where she played a key role in managing a team of 14 nurses. Since 2017, she has focused on rehabilitation, establishing her own independent business and working at a rehabilitation facility treating a wide range of patients, including military working dogs and agility dogs representing Team GB.
Emily joined Companion Animal Health in 2017, contributing globally in product support, product management, and clinical support roles specialising in Laser therapy, Stance analysis and Regenerative therapies. After a brief tenure as Clinical Manager for Pioneer Veterinary Products, where she specialized in laser therapy and thermal imaging, she returned to Companion Animal Health as the International Training and Education Manager.
In addition to her clinical work, Emily has lectured at numerous universities and CPD programs, Wrote the first every Ofqual accredited Laser therapy qualifications, and is the founder of Precision Animal Laser Academy. You may also spot her at events alongside her Cocker Spaniels, Vinnie & Diesel, who enthusiastically assists in demonstrations!

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07/10/2025

A clinic I run at paws2water in abergele is running a series of reviews from my clients. Lovely to hear how much benefit they get 😍

03/10/2025
Absolutely!
03/10/2025

Absolutely!

03/10/2025

💪 What do healthy muscles really look like? 🐾

It’s not just about strength, it’s about balance, comfort, and control. From supple movement to even temperature, your dog’s muscles tell a story.

Lumps, tightness, or pain? That’s not “just age” - it’s a sign.

💡 Muscles are the body’s engine. Keep them tuned.

03/10/2025

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