Dip Your Paws

18/04/2026

This is a very interesting (fairly short) read. We often get asked about neutering when owners have young dogs or puppies - this article is updated information on when to neuter your dog to help prevent problems later in their life.

: We've updated our advice on neutering dogs & cats after reviewing latest evidence.

With BSAVA we encourage a contextualised approach when making decisions for or against the procedure, especially when it comes to male dogs.

More info here 👉 https://ow.ly/3fG750YoYct

03/04/2026

A success story for the weekend.

Dilly first came to see us a while ago recovering from a severe fractured femur, which she recovered well from.

Unfortunately, after a squirrel chase, she needed another surgery on a luxating patella.
With some time, a second surgery and some more hydro, she has now recovered and is terrorising her spaniel sister playing all day!!

Well done Dilly, great to see you so happy & full of life again 🥰💦🐾

15/03/2026

What a gorgeous pair.

Rocket and Poppy came to see us this week.

Poppy has some occasional stiffness and has been to a few sessions now but this week bought her fur brother Rocket for a session as well.

Both had a great session and were impeccably behaved.
Can’t wait to see you both again ❤️

13/03/2026

I couldn’t resist sharing this picture of Buddy ❤️

He’s been treated to a new drying coat & he looks absolutely gorgeous in it 🥰

Buddy has been coming to the pool for some time now as part of management of his osteoarthritis - he loves the pool. Weightless exercise is great for him and he can have a really good stretch and workout in the pool without the impact on his joints.

Please feel free to share in the comments any pictures of your dogs in their drying coats - an essential item for hydrotherapy in the winter. 🐾💦

27/02/2026

This handsome chap is Cloggy.

He has recently been diagnosed with hip dysplasia and even more recently, suspected tear to a cruciate ligament.

He loves water but has never swam before. He settled straight away and moved so well in the pool. We are looking to build muscle round his hips and stifle especially to support his joints and help him keep him as fit and strong as possible.

Go Cloggy 💦🐾💦

21/02/2026

21/02/2026

Cooper showing what a super swimmer he is 💦🐾💦

20/02/2026

Cooper was treated to a confidence swim as a Christmas present.

He loves running with his doggy friends but when the others go in the water and swim, he’s only happy to dip his toes.

His owner wanted to know that Cooper could swim - which was the aim of our session today.

Here he is on our rest ramp - look out tomorrow to see if Cooper can swim or not 🐾💦🐾

04/02/2026

Arthritis is one of the most common issues we see dogs for and it can affect dogs of all ages.

Did you know 80% of dogs over 8 years have arthritis? The symptoms displayed vary greatly from none to severe lameness/discomfort.

Some observations that may indicate your dog has arthritis:

🐾 Is your dog ‘slowing down’?
🐾Are they struggling a bit more now to get upstairs or on the furniture?
🐾Are they stiff when they get up from sleeping?
🐾Are they just not moving as freely as they used to?

What can be thought of as your dog ‘just getting older’ can often be helped with some hydrotherapy sessions.

💦Our water is heated to 30 degrees
💦Your dog is able to move more freely in the pool than on the land therefore stretching and working their muscles - this can lead to increased muscle mass and strength
💦Provide cardio vascular exercise
💦Provide mental stimulation as they get one on one care and attention and enjoy the freedom of the pool exercise.

We offer a tailored hydrotherapy programme to each dog we meet taking into account their individual needs and condition.

Please contact us for a chat if you think your dog could benefit from hydrotherapy to help with their arthritis.

📞07834 633550
📧 [email protected]

www.dipyourpaws.co.uk

31/01/2026

Jumping into the weekend………

I think we are all as excited as Freddie that January is almost over!

The nights are drawing out and I’m sure we are all waiting eagerly for spring to arrive.

(I’d just like to point out Freddie is a fit & healthy young boy (one of the pups featured in earlier posts) who took Nicola completely by surprise when he leapt off the ramp!!)

An absolute joy to see him grow in confidence so much over the last few months in the pool. ❤️

Please feel free to post any pictures of your 4 legged friends living their best life in the comments below.