Second Stride

Second Stride SAVC Registered Veterinary Physiotherapist
Mobile Clinic in the Garden Route
Multi-species - Equine, Canine, Feline
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I’m passionate about building trust with both pets and their owners. My approach focuses on specialized care while educating owners to better understand their pet’s needs. By combining personalized treatments with education, I help pets regain their health and well-being.

Curious about our Puppy Classes? 🐾Nothing speaks louder than happy owners and wagging tails! Check out what our amazing ...
26/09/2025

Curious about our Puppy Classes? 🐾

Nothing speaks louder than happy owners and wagging tails!
Check out what our amazing clients are saying about their experience with us and see how our classes help puppies grow into confident, well-balanced and social companions.

Ready to give your pup the best start? Join our next Puppy Class today! 🎓

New Blog Alert! 🐾When your dog’s behaviour suddenly changes, is it really “naughtiness” — or could it be pain? We’ve tea...
18/09/2025

New Blog Alert! 🐾

When your dog’s behaviour suddenly changes, is it really “naughtiness” — or could it be pain?

We’ve teamed up to explore the hidden link between pain, inflammation, and behaviour in dogs and why ruling out medical causes is so important before tackling training.

This collaboration brings together:
✨ Courtney Cuthbert – DipCABT, DH5 Sasseta, PSIRA, Diploma in Canine Behaviour and Training (Petsense College 2022), Echotrack K9 Training Solution

✨ Léa Bestel – BSc Veterinary Physiotherapy (Equine Librium College 2024), Second Stride Veterinary Physiotherapy

Read the full blog now and discover how behaviour and physiotherapy go hand in hand to improve your dog’s wellbeing: https://secondstride.co.za/articles/thelink-between-pain-and-behaviour-in-dogs

18/09/2025

Thank you Courtney at Echotrack K9 Training & Kennels and Lea at Second Stride for helping me to raise a well balanced and happy, healthy dog. My GSD, Cruz attended the puppy training classes with Courtney and with Lea's tips on essential puppy health, like physiotherapy and safety and exercise tips, I am happy with the all-round health and obedience of my Cruz..
This combination of Lea's expertise in dog health care and Courtney's expertise in training and dog psychology is a winning team.

I would highly recommend this class to any new puppy owner and I'm looking forward to going to extended adult training classes to further improve Cruz's obedience and I know if I have any further health questions, Lea is always happy to help..

Kind regards
Cindy Fourie

New Blog Post Alert! �Is your dog limping, stiff after exercise, or struggling to get up? One of the most common knee pr...
10/09/2025

New Blog Post Alert! �Is your dog limping, stiff after exercise, or struggling to get up? One of the most common knee problems in dogs is cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) damage.

In our latest blog, we cover:
- What the CCL is and why it matters
- Signs your dog might have an injury
- The difference between sudden tears and gradual wear-and-tear
- Risk factors like weight, muscle strength, and genetics
- Treatment options – from conservative care to surgery and physiotherapy

Early recognition and the right treatment can make all the difference to your dog’s comfort and mobility.
Read the full blog here: https://secondstride.co.za/articles/cranial-cruciate-ligament-damage-in-dogs

New Blog Alert! 🐾Struggling with house training your puppy? We’ve got you covered!Check out our latest blog: "House Trai...
14/08/2025

New Blog Alert! 🐾

Struggling with house training your puppy? We’ve got you covered!

Check out our latest blog: "House Training Your Puppy in Only One Week!" — packed with practical tips, expert insights, and a simple structure to set you and your pup up for success.

Written in collaboration with Courtney from Echotrack K9 Solutions, who shares her professional advice and experience to make this journey easier and more rewarding.

Whether you’re just starting or need a reset, this guide is your go-to!
Read the full blog now via the link in bio.

Thank you for your generous support in making our senior dog workshop possible. Your contribution helps us empower pet o...
12/08/2025

Thank you for your generous support in making our senior dog workshop possible. Your contribution helps us empower pet owners to give their dogs the best quality of life.

FREE Workshop – Supporting Your Senior Dog with Osteoarthritis 🐾Join us for a free informative session designed for pet ...
07/08/2025

FREE Workshop – Supporting Your Senior Dog with Osteoarthritis 🐾

Join us for a free informative session designed for pet owners who want to help their senior dogs live more comfortably with osteoarthritis.

Plato / Absolute Paddle
📅 22nd August at 12h00

Free take-home gift included!
Spaces are limited, so call now to book your spot.

NEW BLOG POST ALERT! 🐶We’ve teamed up with Courtney from Echo Track to bring you a must-read guide for new puppy parents...
05/08/2025

NEW BLOG POST ALERT! 🐶
We’ve teamed up with Courtney from Echo Track to bring you a must-read guide for new puppy parents!

Our latest blog, in collaboration with Second Stride, covers the first 48 hours with a new puppy — from setting up your space to managing those wobbly first steps and late-night potty breaks.

Whether you're a first-time dog owner or just need a refresher, this post is packed with practical tips to help you and your pup start strong.

Read it now and start your journey on the right paw!
Click here to read more: https://secondstride.co.za/articles/the-first-48-hours-with-your-new-puppy

Second Stride: Move & Learn Sessions Hosted at Echotrack K9Just finished puppy school? Keep the momentum going!Join us f...
29/07/2025

Second Stride: Move & Learn Sessions
Hosted at Echotrack K9

Just finished puppy school? Keep the momentum going!

Join us for a fun, structured session focused on:
- Strength & body awareness
- Reinforcing basic commands (sit, stay, heel, recall)
- Safe intro to fun-running exercises & tricks
- Healthy play while supporting movement & development

Perfect for curious, energetic pups ready for their next step! 🐶
Message us to book your spot!

Agility Dog Owners — Read This! 🐾Is your dog hesitating on jumps? Missing weave poles? Slowing down during training?Our ...
25/07/2025

Agility Dog Owners — Read This! 🐾

Is your dog hesitating on jumps? Missing weave poles? Slowing down during training?

Our latest blog, “Is Your Agility Dog Slowing Down? Lula’s Story Shows Why a Physio Check-Up Matters,” shares how subtle signs of discomfort can impact your dog’s performance — and how physiotherapy helped young Lula get back to competing with confidence.

If your dog competes, performs, or trains at a high level — this one’s for you.

🔗 https://secondstride.co.za/articles/lula-journey-back-to-agility

Address

Airport Road
Plettenberg Bay
6600

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00
Thursday 09:00 - 16:00
Friday 09:00 - 16:00

Website

https://secondstride.co.za/blog

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