Fylde Coast Canine Hydrotherapy

16/09/2025

🐾 We’re Hiring! 🐾

We are looking for a qualified Canine Hydrotherapist to join our team on Mondays, 9–5 with the potential of additional shifts if required.

We are a busy, family run centre based in Blackpool, Lancashire with a large pool, water treadmill, laser and physiotherapy clinic. If you love dogs, have a hydrotherapy qualification, and want to make a real difference to their health and happiness, we’d love to hear from you! 💦🐶

We would also be happy to talk to a veterinary physiotherapist with an interest in hydrotherapy.

You will be working alongside and supported by a team of friendly, experienced therapists.

📧 Send your CV to info@fyldecoasthydro.co.uk

24/07/2025

‼️📞CUSTOMER NOTICE 📞‼️

We are having some issues with our landline phone. Some calls are getting through and others aren’t. If you struggle to get through, please email us on info@fyldecoasthydro.co.uk or contact our mobile 07872175956

21/07/2025

[New Case Study]
Laser Therapy Aids Recovery in Acute Renal Failure

In this remarkable case, a nine-year-old Morkie named Bella Bear that was diagnosed with acute renal failure showed significant improvement following Companion laser therapy treatments. After just six laser sessions, kidney values normalized and the patient's condition dramatically improved.

Significant improvements were seen in BUN and creatinine values, the patient returned to normal activity levels, and Bella's owner reported a dramatically improved quality of life

Read the full case here: https://hubs.ly/Q03y5PKm0

21/07/2025

19/06/2025

Good morning everyone,

With the hot weather forecast for today and tomorrow, please don’t worry if you’re unsure about bringing your dog to their appointment. Just let us know—we’re happy to reschedule or cancel if needed, and there will be no late cancellation fee in these circumstances.

We are cancelling all laser sessions today as a precaution and will also be making any appropriate adjustments to swim and treadmill sessions to keep your dogs safe and comfortable in the heat.

Thanks so much,
The Fylde coast hydro team

08/06/2025

A little Sunday night prep ahead of a very busy week in clinic!

Featuring my little shadows and a soggy puppy who decided she fancied a dip too 💦🐾

This week we’ve got
✔️ full physio clinic with Donna
✔️ one of our fantastic Level 3 students completing her practical and first aid training
✔️ Initial Assessments
✔️ busy laser clinic including a gorgeous cat who we’re helping with his injuries after being hit by a car
✔️all our wonderful regular maintenance patients who keep us smiling week in week out 🐾

Let’s go!

04/06/2025

🐾💦 What Is Canine Hydrotherapy & How Can It Help Your Dog? 💦🐾

Canine hydrotherapy is a low-impact, water-based treatment used to support dogs in recovery, improve mobility, and boost overall well-being. Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, has arthritis, or just needs a safe way to help shed a few pounds, hydrotherapy might be the perfect solution.

🌊 Benefits of Canine Hydrotherapy:
✔️ Improves joint flexibility & range of motion
✔️ Builds muscle strength without stressing the joints
✔️ Promotes faster recovery after injury or surgery
✔️ Eases pain from arthritis and compensatory changes
✔️ Supports weight loss in overweight dogs
✔️ Great mental stimulation

Hydrotherapy is done in a warm water pool or with an underwater treadmill, guided by trained professionals who understand your dog’s needs.

💡 Whether your dog is young, aging, athletic, or recovering, hydrotherapy could make a world of difference.

Got questions or want to see if hydrotherapy is right for your dog? Drop us a message or contact us to arrange a consultation! 🐾

20/05/2025

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Job Title: Canine Hydrotherapist (Level 3 or 4 Qualified)
Location: Fylde Coast Canine Hydrotherapy, Blackpool, Lancashire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Job Type: Part-Time (hours can be discussed)

Join Our Team – Help Dogs Thrive Through Hydrotherapy!

We’re looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and qualified Level 3 or 4 Canine Hydrotherapist to join our team at Fylde Coast Canine Hydrotherapy, a leading provider of rehabilitation for dogs.

As a hydrotherapist, you’ll play a key role in the physical recovery, conditioning, and wellbeing of our canine clients, working in a modern facility alongside a friendly and supportive team of professionals.

Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver tailored hydrotherapy sessions for dogs with a variety of conditions, including post-operative recovery, arthritis, obesity, and neurological disorders.
• Conduct initial assessments, treatment planning, and progress reviews in line with industry best practices.
• Work collaboratively with veterinary professionals and other therapists.
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records.
• Uphold hygiene and safety standards within the hydrotherapy suite.

Requirements:
• Level 3 or 4 qualification in Canine Hydrotherapy (e.g., ABC Awards, OCN, or equivalent).
• Up-to-date canine first aid certificate.
• Sound understanding of canine anatomy, physiology, and health conditions.
• Experience working in a clinical or therapeutic setting (preferred).
• Passion for animal care, with a calm and patient demeanor.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• NARCH registration or willingness to become a member preferred

What We Offer:
• Will consider employed or self-employed position - salary to be discussed based on experience
• Flexible working hours - hours can be discussed.
• Access to state-of-the-art hydrotherapy equipment.
• A welcoming and enthusiastic team environment.

If you’re committed to making a real difference in dogs’ lives and want to grow your career in a rewarding and expanding field, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or for more information please email info@fyldecoasthydro.co.uk

12/05/2025

Hydrotherapy is extremely beneficial for dogs suffering with the effects of Osteoarthritis. Medication certainly has its place for aiding with pain management however we also need to be improving movement and function and building/maintaining muscle mass to get the most effective help for our dogs. We find our patients who have multimodal treatment often get the maximum benefits!

MYTH: Medication is the only effective way to manage osteoarthritis (OA) pain in dogs.

✅ Fact: Recent clinical research shows that weight loss, regular physical activity, and increased muscle strength are some of the most effective strategies for reducing pain and improving mobility in OA patients — both human and canine.

These non-pharmaceutical interventions play a critical role in long-term management ✨

Mobasheri, A., Trumble, T. N., & Byron, C. R. (2021). Editorial: One Step at a Time: Advances in Osteoarthritis. In Frontiers in Veterinary Science (Vol. 8). Frontiers Media S.A. https://doi.org/10.3389/fvets.2021.727477

If you're interested in tailored advice for your dog, our Teleguidance service is for you!
https://caninearthritisteleguidance.co.uk

08/05/2025

07/05/2025

Happy 14th Birthday to Tog who celebrated with her weekly hydrotherapy session with us today! Tog has lumbo sacral disease which has caused severe weakness in her hind limbs, she benefits hugely from her sessions in the pool and she absolutely loves her sessions!

27/04/2025

Hot Forecast Due 🌅

Is it true that if we use cold water on heat stroke pets they will go into shock?

One of the most common things we still hear is that we can only use tepid water on a pet with heat stroke, incase they get some complications like hypothermic overshoot, peripheral vasoconstriction hindering a cooling response, and cardiogenic shock...

We have heard not to use cold water in case it causes shock... this rarely happens!

But guess what? In a recent study over 26% of dogs presented with heat stroke died, with flat faced breeds making up nearly half of heat stroke cases seen in the study.

You should:

💧Get someone to call the local veterinary practice and tell them you're going to travel down with a heat stroke patient
💧Pour, hose or if possible immerse the pet in very cold water (this should obviously be done under constant supervision, ensuring the head is fully above water and immersion should not be attempted if the animal is too large, or you are unable to do so without hurting yourself)
💧NB: If using a hose pipe, make sure it has run through until cold, as they can often contain water that is extremely hot in the tubing initially
💧Do not drape in towels and leave them in situ. Keep the cold water flowing.
💧Move to a cool, shaded area
💧Prepare to transport to vets in a cold, air conditioned car

In studies they found that:

🌅International consensus from sports medicine organisations supports treating EHS with early rapid cooling by immersing the casualty in cold water.
🌅Ice-water immersion has been shown to be highly effective in exertional heat stroke, with a zero fatality rate in large case series of younger, fit patients.
🌅Hyperthermic individuals were cooled twice as fast by Cold Water Immersion as by passive recovery.
🌅No complications occurred during the treatment of three older patients with severe heat stroke were treated with cold‐water immersion.
🌅Cold water immersion (CWI) is the preferred cooling modality in EHS guidelines and the optimal method applicable to UK Service Personnel
🌅Studies suggest using either ice-water or cold-water immersion

The best intervention is PREVENTION, but if you find yourself with an animal with heat stroke, using cold water either by pouring, hosing or ideally (if safe) immersion then this may help reduce their temperature to safe levels while you transport to a veterinary practice.

Read more below:

https://www.vetvoices.co.uk/post/cool-icy-cold-or-tepid