19/07/2026
Meet sweet Toffee! 💙 Here she’s working as part of her session to help stabilise her luxating patellas. 🦴
Luxating patellas are a common orthopaedic condition in small breed dogs. While physiotherapy and hydrotherapy can’t change the anatomy, it can play a vital role in improving stability of the patella, reducing discomfort, and supporting long-term joint health.
By strengthening the muscles around the knees, hips, and core, we can help:
🐶 Improve joint stability
💪 Build muscle to better support the kneecaps
⚖️ Enhance balance and coordination
🚶 Improve movement and confidence
❤️ Reduce the risk of further injury and slow progression of symptoms
Exercises like these balance cushions challenge Toffee’s proprioception (body awareness), encouraging the small stabilising muscles to work harder and helping her become stronger and more coordinated.
Every rehabilitation programme is tailored to the individual dog’s needs, ensuring exercises are safe, effective, and progressed at the right pace.
Toffee is doing an amazing job, and every session is another step towards stronger, more confident movement!
Well done Toffee! 🌟