Veterinary Rehabilitation

23/01/2026

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⏰Two weeks to go!⏰

Whether you’re welcoming a puppy or kitten into your home, join us for our FREE New Pet Parent Evening on 28 January in our Veterinary Education Centre on campus!

We will cover a range of topics such as preventative healthcare, including vaccinations and parasite control, nutrition and feeding routines, early socialisation and training. We'll also help you understand the basics of keeping your young pet healthy and working with your vet and other professionals for happy and healthy pets.

🏫 Harper Adams University
⏰ 5:30 - 7:30pm
🎟️ Free entry

Book your place now on our website and feel confident giving your new pet the best possible start: http://harper.ac.uk/4jux

16/05/2025

***Request for participants of an MRP survey around palliative care in dogs diagnosed with cancer***

Hi everyone, my name is Emily and I am a MSc Advanced Veterinary Nursing student at Harper Adams University.

As part of my studies, I have decided to carry out research into palliative care, specifically in dogs that have been diagnosed with cancer. Advances in veterinary medicine have led to an increase in the average lifespan of dogs, meaning that, unfortunately, more dogs are being diagnosed with cancer. Cancer is the leading cause of death in dogs, with estimates showing that around 50% of dogs over the age of 10 will develop cancer. The way that cancer is handled, whether through treatment, or palliative care will significantly impact a dog's quality of life.

This survey intends to identify public and veterinary perception and understanding of quality of life in palliative care canine cancer patients; as well as the growing need for compassionate and effective care.

I am asking everyone reading, if they can spare 5-10 minutes of their time to complete this survey so that the greatest representation of the UK general public is attained. I would also greatly appreciate it if you could share this survey as much as possible so that it can reach as many demographics across the UK as possible.

If you have any questions, concerns, or input regarding this study, please contact me on the following email: [email protected] Thank you in advance for your time and contribution.

https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/palliative-canine-cancer-patients-when-is-the-right-time-to-s-1?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacSWY5_jWeBQXmFCYg7winj4RUG3hRxqZRXzzMPYzgMoNtotvdU2kRmvRxo_A_aem_SAWlTAABtPxvsCpRf_AlOQ

13/03/2025

***Calling all owners of dogs with luxating patella!***

Would anyone be able to help one of our students please with her final year project? Please see details below:

As a final year veterinary physiotherapy student, I am writing a dissertation. I have focused my research on reviewing UK canine owners understanding/experience of luxating patella’s including risk factors, management, clinical signs and treatments. This allows all of us veterinary professionals to understand how we can improve quality of life for our dog friends!

I have chosen to collect my data via interviews which will take place on teams and should take approximately 30 minutes of your time. I’m seeking owners who have had an experience with luxating patella’s.

*Any volunteers must be 18 years of age and must be a dog owner*

If you are interested in taking part please contact me on: [email protected]

Thankyou!

01/03/2025

Are you a horse owner, farrier or veterinary physiotherapist? If so, please can you help one of our Master's students with their dissertation by completing the questionnaire below exploring perspectives on the benefits of barefoot versus shod horses. Many thanks

Horse Owners: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/the-benefits-of-barefoot-vs-shod-based-on-the-perspectives-of-5

Farriers: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/the-benefits-of-barefoot-vs-shod-based-on-the-perspectives-of-4

Veterinary Physiotherapists: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/the-benefits-of-barefoot-vs-shod-based-on-the-perspectives-of-1

12/02/2025

Please can anyone help one of our final year students with her Honours Research Project study around luxating patellas in dogs? Please see below for details. Any help would be much appreciated.

“Asking for dissertation help!!

As a final year veterinary physiotherapy student, I am writing a dissertation. I have focused my research on reviewing UK canine owners understanding/experience of luxating patella’s including risk factors, management, clinical signs and treatments. This allows all of us veterinary professionals to understand how we can improve quality of life for our dog friends!

I have chosen to collect my data via interviews which will take place on teams and should take approximately 30 minutes of your time. I’m seeking owners who have experience with luxating patella’s.

*Any volunteers must be 18 years of age and must be a dog owner*

If you are interested in taking part please contact me on: [email protected]

Thankyou! “

13/01/2025

Have you ever owned a dog diagnosed with cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease?

Please spare 10 minutes completing this survey. One of our final year BSc (Hons) Veterinary Physiotherapy students is researching factors influencing the recovery and outcomes of dogs diagnosed with CCL disease, and would be very grateful if you could spare some time to complete the survey:

19/12/2024

Please see what our team are doing to try to raise money to support two organisations which have been providing vital care and support for a colleague’s (and friend) daughter.

07/11/2024

Job vacancy for our alumni to consider in Darlington:

Please search for live opportunities or use the Register Interest facility to sign up for job alerts and/or leave your CV speculatively. p>

21/08/2024

Have you got a dog? Or previously had a dog? Please spare 10-15 minutes completing this survey. One of our final year BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing students is researching owners understanding of osteoarthritis and would be grateful if you could spare some time completing the survey, and consider participating in the follow-up information session and final survey. Please use the QR code or follow this link: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/harper-adams/osteoarthritis

Many thanks

07/05/2024

One of our MRP students, Lauren, is conducting a study around the role of the interprofessional team in supporting the canine osteoarthritis patient.
As part of this study, she is conducting interviews with vet physios, vets, vet nurses, and owners on the topic.
If you would be interested in being interviewed, and are one of the above groups and can spare a few minutes of your time, please see the link below to leave your contact details for Lauren to contact you and organise a short interview. She would be really grateful for any help.

Online survey BOS

26/03/2024

One of our Masters students is conducting a study around gastric ulcers in horses, and the role of the veterinary physiotherapist in supporting the identification and treatment of horses with gastric ulcers. As part of this study, she is looking for owners of horses who have/have had gastric ulcers to take part in the survey below. If you can spare a few minutes of your time, she would be very grateful.

12/02/2024

One of our HRP students is conducting a project around owner awareness and compliance with home management advice for dogs with osteoarthritis. She is seeking vets, vets physios and owners who would be interested in taking part in a short interview around the topic (please see below for details).

Hi my name is Fern and I am a final year student at Harper Adams University studying Veterinary Physiotherapy. For my Honours Research Project, I am looking at “Owner awareness of and compliance with home management advice for dogs with osteoarthritis”. As part of this study, I will be conducting short one-to-one interviews over MS Teams with Veterinary Surgeons, Veterinary Physiotherapists, and owners of elderly dogs past or present. If you fall into one of these categories and would be interested in taking part in this study, please follow the link below to fill out your contact details in the online survey and I will be in touch. Many thanks in advance 😊