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Fully qualified and insured Veterinary Physiotherapist with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Member of IAAT and AHPR.

Mobile therapist, treating animals in the comfort of their own home, reducing stress and increasing wellbeing. At Vier, your pets welfare is at the heart of everything we do. With over 15 years experience in the Animal Industry we have the knowledge to create and carry out bespoke treatment plans for your pet, handle them in a safe and stress free way and observe behaviours that may indicate stress and adjust our treatment accordingly. Enhancing their over all wellbeing ensures that recovery is quicker and they can return to normal function sooner. Fully trained in pet and human first aid. At Vier we specialise in:
*Complete animal rehabilitation
*Daily maintenance and fitness sessions/plans
*Orthopaedic conditions such as Hip Dysplasia. Elbow Dysplasia and Cruciate repair
*Neurological conditions such as IVDD, nerve damage and disease
*Osteoarthritis
*Pre and Post op Strengthening

Benefits of Physio:
*Helps to maintain/increase health and fitness
*Reduces the chance musculoskeletal injuries occurring
*Improves muscle strength, joint health, balance and proprioception
*Enhances recovery from injury or surgery
*Relieves pain
*Treatment of Neurological, Orthopaedic and soft tissue conditions
*Aids in providing comfort to animals with Osteoarthritis

22/08/2025

🐶 Patrick’s IVDD Recovery Journey 🐾

This is Patrick, a Dachshund who was diagnosed with Grade 3.5 IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease). IVDD is a common condition in Dachshunds where the discs between the vertebrae degenerate and can compress the spinal cord, often leading to sudden paralysis.

Patrick required surgery to remove the disc material and relieve the pressure on his spinal cord. Before his surgery, he had lost the use of his back legs – a frightening experience for both him and his family.

Now, just 3 weeks post-surgery, Patrick is having physiotherapy twice a week, alongside exercises at home. Physiotherapy plays a crucial role in IVDD recovery by:
✅ Maintaining muscle strength while mobility is reduced
✅ Supporting spinal healing and circulation
✅ Encouraging correct movement patterns
✅ Helping dogs regain the ability to stand and walk

Thanks to his hard work (and his family’s dedication), Patrick is already able to stand and put weight through his back legs – a fantastic milestone in such a short time after surgery.

His journey highlights how early physiotherapy intervention can make a huge difference to recovery outcomes in IVDD cases. With time, consistency, and ongoing support, Patrick has a great chance of regaining even more mobility.

💙 Well done Patrick – we’re so proud of your progress!

👉 If your dog has been diagnosed with IVDD or is recovering from spinal surgery, physiotherapy can support their recovery and help them regain independence. Get in touch to find out how I can help.

16/08/2025

💪🐾 Meet Cooper! 🐾💪

This handsome Old English Bulldog is on a big journey of recovery after his TPLO surgery. With the help of physiotherapy, Cooper is working hard to rebuild strength, muscle, and confidence in his leg. 🦴✨

Each session focuses on controlled exercises, massage, and laser therapy to support healing, reduce stiffness, and get him back to enjoying life to the fullest. 🐶❤️

We’re so proud of his progress already – keep going, Cooper, you’ve got this! 🙌

12/08/2025

Relaxing during his physio therapy treatment ❤️. Dave has fortnightly physiotherapy treatment to help manage his luxating patella conservatively. He carries out his exercises like a pro before relaxing into his laser and massage treatment 🐶

02/08/2025

🐾 The look you get when you’re trying to do serious physio things but the patient has other ideas 🙈
How cute is this cheeky chappy!

29/07/2025

🐾 Meet Percy, the Springer Spaniel that has been living life as a tripaw for some time 🐾

When he first came to me, he was really starting to struggle to cope on three legs. His movement was unbalanced, his muscles were compensating in all the wrong places, and his overall mobility was limited.

Since starting physiotherapy, Percy’s been receiving a combination of targeted exercises, massage, and laser therapy — all designed to support his body in adapting more efficiently to life as a tripaw.

🟢 Exercise has focused on building core strength, improving balance, and maintaining joint range of motion in his remaining limbs.
🟢 Massage helps relieve tension in overworked muscles and encourages better posture and comfort.
🟢 Laser therapy supports tissue repair, reduces inflammation, and promotes circulation — helping him stay mobile and pain-free.

The difference in Percy now is huge. His exercise tolerance has increased, he’s moving with more confidence, and his strength and stamina are far improved 🐾

Three legs, but no limits. 💪

28/07/2025

🐾 Welcome to Vier Animal Physiotherapy! 🐾

Hi, I’m Carlie – a fully insured and registered animal physiotherapist (IAAT & AHPR) offering mobile physiotherapy for dogs and cats in the comfort of their own homes.

I use techniques like massage, laser therapy, red light, and tailored exercises to treat conditions such as arthritis, muscle tightness, post-surgical recovery, IVDD, and more.

Whether your pet is recovering, ageing, or just needs a little extra support, I’m here to help them feel their best.

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📧 carlie@vieranimalphysiotherapy.co.uk
📞 07738 682080
🌐 www.vieranimalphysiotherapy.co.uk

Follow for updates, tips, and feel-good pet stories! 🐶🐱

25/07/2025

Happy Snoozy Friday! 🐾💤

As the weekend approaches, we’re taking a leaf out of our patients’ books… and having a little rest! 😴

After a week full of waggy tails, laser sessions, gentle stretches, and strengthening exercises, our furry friends have earned their snoozes – and so have we! Whether it’s recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or keeping fit and mobile, physiotherapy isn’t just hard work… it’s the key to a happier, more relaxed pup.

Here’s to more tail wags, stretch sessions, and well-earned naps. 💛

Happy Friday from all of us at Vier Animal Physiotherapy!

📸 Got a photo of your dog in snooze mode? We’d love to see it! 🐶👇

22/07/2025

🐾What do you mean I have to do exercises before I can have the liver paste! 🐾

Meet Kirsty, she had a TPLO and patella surgery on both hind legs a few years ago.

We started her off one weekly physio sessions and now she had physio once every 3 weeks to help maintain those stifle joints.

How adorable is she? Looking livid about the exercises though!

15/07/2025

🐾 Say Hi to Robbie 🐶

Robbie was diagnosed with hip dysplasia and over time, his owners started to notice him struggling with stiffness and limping through his hind limbs, clear signs that his hips were deteriorating.

With a tailored physiotherapy plan, we’re working to conservatively manage his hip dysplasia – keeping him comfortable, strong, and moving for as long as possible.

✨ What does Robbie’s plan include?
💙 Controlled, low-impact exercises to strengthen his hip and core muscles.
💙 Massage and manual therapy to relieve tight muscles and discomfort.
💙 Laser therapy to help manage pain and inflammation.
💙 Home adaptations and lifestyle advice to make everyday activities easier.

Hip dysplasia can’t be cured, but with early intervention and the right physiotherapy, dogs like Robbie can enjoy a better quality of life and stay active for longer.

If you think your dog might be struggling with hip dysplasia, don’t wait – get in touch and let’s help them keep moving 🐾💛

📧 Carlie@vieranimalphysiotheraly.co.uk
💻 www.vieranimalphysiotherapy.co.uk
📞 07738682080

08/07/2025

✨ Did you know physio isn’t just for post-surgery recovery? ✨

Physiotherapy is a powerful conservative management tool — helping dogs and cats stay comfortable, mobile, and happy without the need for surgery (or alongside it!).

🦴 Common conditions we can help manage conservatively:
✅ Arthritis
✅ Hip or elbow dysplasia
✅ Luxating patella
✅ IVDD (Intervertebral Disc Disease)
✅ Muscle strains & sprains
✅ Chronic lameness
✅ Age-related weakness

💪 What do we use?
✨ Massage therapy — to reduce pain & muscle tension
✨ Therapeutic exercises — to build strength & stability
✨ Laser therapy — to ease inflammation & speed healing
✨ Red light therapy — to boost circulation & cell repair
✨ Home plans — so you can help your pet every day!

🐾 Let’s make this interactive!
💬 Tell me: Does your pet have a condition you’re managing without surgery?
💙 Drop their name & what’s working for you below!
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03/07/2025

🐶✨ Wound Healing Magic! ✨🐾

Meet Chesney, our brave little Spaniel puppy who gave his tail a bit too much wagging power! 🐕 A nasty wound on the tip of his tail just wouldn’t heal — a common issue for waggy pups, as tails are tricky spots with constant movement and poor blood supply.

But with the power of our Class 3B Laser Therapy, Chesney’s tail is now fully healed! 🌟
We carried out 11 sessions — every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for 3.5 weeks. The laser helped by:
💡 Boosting circulation
💡 Accelerating tissue repair
💡 Reducing pain and inflammation
💡 Minimising the risk of infection

Now Chesney’s tail is wagging stronger than ever, and he’s back to being his cheeky, happy self! 🐾🧡

Laser therapy can be a game changer for wounds, especially in awkward spots like tail tips, ears and paws.

🐾 Does your dog have a stubborn wound that just won’t heal? Get in touch today to see how we can help!

📩 Drop us a message or visit www.vieranimalphysiotherapy.co.uk to book a session.

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30/04/2025

Ever heard of FCE in dogs?

It stands for Fibrocartilaginous Embolism (yep, it’s a mouthful!) and it’s a sudden spinal cord injury that can happen out of the blue—usually while your dog’s out playing or being active. It happens when a small fragment of cartilage blocks the blood vessels to the spinal cord.

Meet Maisey, who lost the use of her back legs 3 weeks ago due to FCE. More about her storey in another post to come.

What does it look like?

•Sudden weakness or paralysis, often in the back legs
• No obvious pain
• Dragging a leg or walking wobbly
• Trouble getting up or walking

It can be really scary to see, but the good news is—it’s not painful, and many dogs recover well!

That’s where physio comes in.

With the right support, we can help your dog:
• Build strength back up
• Get their balance and movement back
• Stay flexible and avoid muscle loss
• Feel confident and get back to doing what they love!

If your dog’s been diagnosed with FCE, don’t panic—there’s so much we can do to help them on the road to recovery.

Drop me a message to find out more!

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