Pace Therapy

18/02/2026

I honestly love my job so much 🥹

This is Colin. He suffered a spinal stroke and his family were told to keep expectations low — at first he had no feeling in his back legs.

But Colin didn’t read the rule book😅

Two months of consistent physio sessions, dedication at home, and so much love and patience later… look at him now✨

He can now stand with only minimal help, his balance is improving every single day, and his confidence is growing alongside his strength 🐾

Moments like this mean everything🫶🏼

Although I predominantly work with sports dogs, my clinic supports a huge range of cases — and seeing a dog regain independence after something so life-changing is incredibly special 💫

Rehab isn’t always linear. It takes time, teamwork and trust. But progress like this makes every single session worth it 🩶

13/02/2026

Week 2 of Wicked’s Rehab Diaries 🐾

Consistency over complexity! We’ve stuck with a small, simple set of exercises this week — because doing a few things well is far more effective than doing too many 🙌🏼

We’ve progressed things by gradually increasing reps and adding a bit more difficulty where she’s ready for it 🐶

She’s also now running off lead with the others, wearing wrist wraps to support the ligament and help with proprioception — especially important as she can be a little unpredictable (and rather enthusiastic 😂).

Next week we’ll start to introduce a few more exercises and begin working our way back towards agility-based work💪🏼

Slow, steady, and happy progress!🩵

11/02/2026

Signs your dog might benefit from physiotherapy

🐾 Slower to get up or lie down
🐾 Reluctant to jump or climb stairs
🐾 Changes in performance
🐾 Seeming stiff after walks or training

Not all signs of discomfort are obvious, these signs are often subtle, and easy to miss. Early and regular physio can prevent small issues from becoming bigger injuries.

06/02/2026

✨ Wickeds Rehab Diaries — Week 1 ✨

Great progress from Wicked in week 1 following her mild wrist sprain. She is now pain free, swelling has fully resolved, and she has regained full range of motion!

She is comfortably weightbearing and has returned to controlled on-lead walks. We’re now reintroducing her rehabilitation exercises to rebuild strength and stability in a gradual, structured way💪🏼

Really pleased with how she is responding so far and I’ll continue to progress her safely over the coming weeks.

If your dog has had a soft tissue injury, targeted rehab can make a big difference to recovery. Get in touch to find out how I can help you☺️

31/01/2026

Appointments available at the Dog Barn Banbury, this will be a regular thing!

Feel free to pop me a message☺️

30/01/2026

Welcome to Wicked’s Rehab Diary🐾

As a vet physio, I don’t rehab my own dog any differently than my clients’ — careful assessment, realistic goals, and a lot of patience.

This injury was an accident from chasing squirrels in the woods🐿️resulting in a mild sprain and unfortunately means stepping away from agility for a short while, but the goal is a safe, confident return to work when the body is truly ready.

Injuries can be scary and upsetting, so I thought I’d share our rehab journey week by week — the progress, the challenges, and what really goes into getting a dog back to sport after injury.

👉 Follow along if you’re rehabbing a dog, competing in sports, or just curious about how physio helps to return to sports safely🏋🏼‍♀️

28/01/2026

What can veterinary physiotherapy help with?

Physio isn’t just for injured dogs, it can help with:

🐾 Recurring injuries or movement changes
🐾 Sporting & working dog performance
🐾 Post-operative recovery
🐾 Arthritis & age related stiffness

And more…

Whether your dog is an agility star or a world class sofa surfer, good movement matters☺️

Not sure if physio is right for you and your dog? Pop me a message and I’ll be happy to answer any questions🐾

25/12/2025

🎄Merry Christmas to all my clients🎄

Hope you all have a wonderful time🎅🏼

Lots of love,

Megan and my trio of festive reindeers🦌x x

07/11/2025

05/11/2025

🎆 Top Tips for Keeping Your Dog Calm This Firework Night 🎆

Fireworks might be fun for us — but they can be frightening for our dogs. Here are some simple ways to help them feel safe and settled tonight 💛🐾

🐶 Create a cosy den – Set up a comfy space with their favourite blanket or bed where they can hide and feel secure.

🔊 Drown out the noise – Close windows, curtains and pop on the TV, radio or some calming music.

🦴 Keep them busy – Long-lasting chews, treat puzzles or lick mats can help distract anxious minds.

💡 Stay calm yourself – Dogs pick up on our energy. Stay relaxed and act normal so they know everything’s okay.

🚶‍♀️ Walk early – Get your walk in before dark to avoid sudden bangs.

💬 ID tags & microchips – Just in case, make sure your dog’s details are up to date.

✨ A little preparation goes a long way in keeping our dogs happy and safe this Bonfire Night.

05/11/2025

Keeping canine athletes strong, focused, and injury-freeJust like human athletes, sporting dogs need more than just training and playtime to stay at the top of their game — they need intentional rest and recovery. Recovery isn’t simply “taking a break”; it’s the process of repairing, recha...

23/10/2025

I will be doing a talk on the importance of warm up & cool down for the pet and sporting dog 🫶🏼

Our Canine Muscular Health Awareness Campaign continues and we are thrilled to welcome and introduce one of next weeks speakers, Megan Hunt BSc Sports Therapy, MSc Veterinary Physiotherapist
🌎 www.pacetherapy.co.uk

🐾 Join us on Wednesday 29th October when Megan will talk us through the benefits of Warming Up and Cooling Down and the positive effects this can have on or dogs Muscular Health.

📅 Wednesday 29th October 2025 | FREE Online Talk | ⏰ 7:30PM UK Time

HOST PLATFORM = ZOOM - Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 811 6126 1927
Passcode: 719793
(This will be recorded and available on the MHAM website following)

About Megan - Megan graduated with an MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Writtle University and is a member of NAVP.
Megan has competed in agility since the age of 4 to a high level and is now privileged to work with many top agility partnerships in the country and members of Team GB. Although Megan, predominantly work with sports dogs, she also enjoys treating and working with pet dogs for rehabilitation and management.
www.pacetherapy.co.uk