Pet Therapy Rooms

07/08/2026

Have you tried Hooper's? ⭕️

Come and learn with Rach’s Rambles Dog Training!
will be at our party in the park this Sunday showcasing Hooper's equipment and how beneficial it can be for your dog.

Hoopers is a low impact dog sport for all breeds and abilities. In the classes you learn how to direct your dog around a course of hoops, tunnels and barrels.

What are the benefits of Hoopers?:
🔵 Perfect low impact sport for dogs who can’t jump, or are
post/ pre agility training.�
🔵 A fun way to build on distance control which can help with
other training like recall around distractions.

28/07/2026

Wondering about the difference between a casual summer swim and professional hydrotherapy for your dog? 🐾💦

As the weather warms up, public dog pools are becoming incredibly popular, but unregulated swimming comes with hidden risks. In this Q&A session, Jane and Meg explain exactly what sets clinical hydrotherapy apart.

Here are the key takeaways from the discussion:
🔵 🦺 Strict Safety Standards: Professional therapists always maintain a one to one ratio in the water and stay within arm's reach of your dog.
🔵 🦮 Mandatory Harnesses: Dogs wear safety harnesses regardless of their swimming ability, allowing experts to intervene immediately if a dog panics or struggles.
🔵 ⚠️ Secondary Drowning Risks: Chasing toys into the water can cause dogs to gulp large amounts of water, leading to secondary drowning. This is a severe condition that might not show symptoms until the very next day.
🔵 🏥 Targeted Treatments: Using specific water treadmills and hands on techniques, hydrotherapy safely builds strength, improves mobility, and aids recovery.

Keep your pets safe while they enjoy the water! Watch the full video to learn more. 🐶💙

26/07/2026

Celebrate Three Years of Pet Therapy Rooms!
Can you believe it has been three years? We are thrilled to invite you and your furry best friends to celebrate our third birthday party in the great outdoors.

🗓️ Date: 9th of August
🕙 Time: 10:00 until 12:00
📍 Location: Pishiobury Park, Sawbridgeworth
❓ Who is invited: Absolutely all dogs and their humans are welcome to join the fun

What to Expect:
🔵 A gentle, short walk around the park for all dogs that are able to join in
🔵 Coffee and cake available for everyone to enjoy

We would love to see as many familiar and new faces as possible to mark this milestone with us. Please contact us to let us know if you and your hound are able to make it so we can bring enough cake for everyone.

15/07/2026

The World Cup fever has hit the hydrotherapy pool ⚽️
We decided to let our four legged friends predict the outcome of the England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿versus Argentina 🇦🇷 clash.
With one hound having a change of heart, some patriotic choices from our regulars, and a bold stand from our final pup, it was a close contest. See what our squad predicted for the big game.

If you want your own dog to be match fit and ready for the season, book a session with us today.

11/07/2026

CAM QUIZ!

Play along by writing your answer in the comments, and we will give you the correct answer next week!

Here's the answer to last week's quiz question:
True or False? In the UK, any canine massage therapist, hydrotherapist, or physiotherapist must legally obtain veterinary consent before treating your dog.

Answer: TRUE.

The Science: Under the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, allied health professionals must work strictly under veterinary referral or consent. This ensures that the therapy chosen is entirely safe for the dog’s specific medical history and current treatment plan.

23/06/2026

Hey everyone! We’re just sharing this as a reminder to all our owners who have sessions booked in. It’s super important to keep those pups cool, especially after a hydro session. We can’t wait to see you all soon 💙

We hope all our four legged family members are keeping nice and cool in this hot weather.
Please be mindful though when you are travelling with them to Pet Therapy Rooms on a hot day.
When you think about your dog’s hydrotherapy session, it is easy to focus entirely on the work they do inside the centre. However, the journey to and from your appointment is just as crucial for their well-being, especially as the weather warms up.
Here is what you need to keep in mind for your next visit:
🚗 The Journey Here: ❄️ Pre-Cooling the Car
Before you even put your dog in the car, take a few minutes to let the hot air out of the car. Getting the cabin to a comfortable, cool temperature ensures your dog arrives at their session relaxed and ready to go, rather than already panting and overheated from a stuffy car. If you have air conditioning, even better!

🏡The Journey Home: The "Wet Dog" Misconception
This is the one that catches many owners by surprise! It is incredibly common to think that because your dog has just left the building wet from the treadmill, they will automatically stay cool on the way home.
In reality, a wet coat in a warm, humid car can actually trap heat. Furthermore, your dog has just finished a structured workout and their muscles have been working hard. Just like us after a gym session, their internal temperature is elevated, and they need a cool environment to recover safely.

Quick Tips for a Safe Trip:
🐾 Always blast the air con or ensure good ventilation, even on the way home.
🐾 Avoid leaving your dog in a parked car, even for a split second.
🐾 Bring plenty of fresh water for the journey.

Our goal is always to keep your four legged athletes safe, happy, and healthy. Thank you for helping us look after them every single step of the way!

26/04/2026

Today Jane is turning her hand to human massage treatment. What a privilege to be treating some humans for Sports Therapy UK at the London Marathon. Ormond Street London marathon

17/04/2026

Who says cats don’t like water? 🐾

Hazey is 10 years young and tackling her hip dysplasia head on with some hydrotherapy. It is rare for us to have feline patients in the tank, but Hazey took it all in her stride. Such a brave girl!