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15/11/2025

Today Ivy helped with research in the Paws Lab at St Andrews University looking into dog behaviour and communication. Ivy was an absolute star and loved playing with new toys as part of the study ๐Ÿ˜

11/11/2025

05/11/2025

How I help my dog cope with Fireworks night.

How do you help your pets cope with bonfire night?Letโ€™s share our tips in the comments.
05/11/2025

How do you help your pets cope with bonfire night?

Letโ€™s share our tips in the comments.


This gorgeous girl really enjoyed her physiotherapy session and had a lovely relaxed afternoon afterwards๐Ÿ˜. Itโ€™s very re...
04/11/2025

This gorgeous girl really enjoyed her physiotherapy session and had a lovely relaxed afternoon afterwards๐Ÿ˜.

Itโ€™s very rewarding being able to make such a difference to dogโ€™s lives with physiotherapy ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿ‘

Halloween is here!This can be a confusing time for our dogs and preparing them can help them cope. Here are 3 easy ways;...
29/10/2025

Halloween is here!

This can be a confusing time for our dogs and preparing them can help them cope. Here are 3 easy ways;

1. Costume introduction: If you plan to dress up for Halloween, it can help to introduce the costume gradually. Start by letting your dog sniff and explore the costume before putting it on. Then, gradually increase the duration of wearing the costume, rewarding your dog with treats and praise to create positive associations. This also applies if you plan to dress your dog up as well.

2. Desensitization to decorations: Halloween decorations can be overwhelming for dogs. To prepare your dog, gradually introduce them to Halloween-themed decorations in a controlled environment. Start with less scary decorations and gradually increase the exposure. Reward your dog for calm behavior and provide a safe space for them to retreat if needed.

3. Safe and quiet space: On Halloween night, create a safe and quiet space for your dog to retreat to. This can be a separate room or a designated area with their bed, toys, and water. Keep them away from the front door to minimize stress from trick-or-treaters. Consider playing calming music or using pheromone diffusers to help create a relaxing environment.

Remember, every dog is unique, so it's important to consider their individual needs and comfort levels when preparing them for Halloween. What have you found helps your dog? Helpful suggestions welcome in comments.

โ€œHow to Spot if Your Cat is Saying โ€˜Ouchโ€™ Without Words ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜ฟโ€Cats are masters of disguise โ€” they rarely cry out in pain, b...
27/10/2025

โ€œHow to Spot if Your Cat is Saying โ€˜Ouchโ€™ Without Words ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ˜ฟโ€

Cats are masters of disguise โ€” they rarely cry out in pain, but you can still spot subtle signs like:

๐Ÿ‘€ Reduced jumping or climbing
๐Ÿ˜ฟ Licking or biting one spot more than usual
๐Ÿ˜พ Changes in grooming habits
๐Ÿ’ค More hiding or sleeping

Early detection = better comfort and care.

๐Ÿ’ฌ Have you noticed any subtle signs in your cat? Share your experiences in the comments.

๐Ÿ“ฃ Always seek veterinary advice if youโ€™re worried about your catโ€™s comfort. Physiotherapy may help after diagnosis.

Congratulations to this yearโ€™s โ€™Therapet of the Yearโ€™!More will be posted about this event, Therapet and Canine Concern ...
25/10/2025

Congratulations to this yearโ€™s โ€™Therapet of the Yearโ€™!

More will be posted about this event, Therapet and Canine Concern Scotland Trust in the next few days, and its special significance to The Animal Physiotherapist. But for now, well done Dougie and Bonnieโญ๏ธ

Congratulations to all the nominated therapets and their fantastic volunteers. It was a wonderful event to be part of today ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ•๐Ÿถ๐Ÿพ

The WINNER of ๐“๐‡๐„๐‘๐€๐๐„๐“ ๐Ž๐… ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐˜๐„๐€๐‘ ๐…๐Ž๐‘ ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ“ is: ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ž, a ๐Œ๐š๐ฅ๐ฌ๐ก๐ข very proudly owned by volunteer ๐ƒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ข๐ž and ๐‚๐ฅ๐š๐ข๐ซ๐ž ๐Œ๐œ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ž๐ฅ๐ฅ from East Kilbride ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Picture Below; Volunteer ๐ƒ๐จ๐ฎ๐ ๐ข๐ž with ๐“๐ก๐ž๐ซ๐š๐ฉ๐ž๐ญยฎ๐๐จ๐ง๐ง๐ข๐ž
(๐˜‹๐˜ฐ๐˜จ ๐˜๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ฌ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ๐˜ญ๐˜บ ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ข๐˜ต๐˜ฆ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ฃ๐˜บ; ๐˜‰๐˜ถ๐˜ณ๐˜ฏ๐˜ด ๐˜—๐˜ฆ๐˜ต ๐˜•๐˜ถ๐˜ต๐˜ณ๐˜ช๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ ๐˜“๐˜ต๐˜ฅ)
Picture courtesy of "Euan Duff "
Congratulations to all the nominees for "Therapet of the Year" and to all the other main awards winners today
All the Award Winners for 2025 will be listed on the CCST website/social media over the next few days
Therapet Canine Concern Scotland Trust Therapet Canine Crew Burns Pet Nutrition Volunteer Scotland NHS Lanarkshire NHS Scotland Education Scotland
www.therapet.org.uk

โ€œMovement Challenge: Celebrate Safe, Happy Motion!โ€๐ŸŽ‰ Letโ€™s celebrate our dogs' amazing bodies โ€” with some safe, simple m...
24/10/2025

โ€œMovement Challenge: Celebrate Safe, Happy Motion!โ€

๐ŸŽ‰ Letโ€™s celebrate our dogs' amazing bodies โ€” with some safe, simple movement fun!

If your dog is happy, healthy, and vet-cleared for activity, try one of these gentle, low-impact challenges and tag us:

๐Ÿพ Sit-to-stand transitions (pay close attention to their posture)
๐Ÿพ A slow figure of 8 walk
๐Ÿพ Walking over a soft rolled-up towel or pole (helps with paw awareness)

๐ŸŽฅ Post a clip or pic and use the hashtag

Letโ€™s fill our feeds with strong, joyful, wiggly dogs!

๐Ÿ•โ€๐Ÿฆบ Have a dog in recovery, or with movement limitations?
Weโ€™d still love to hear from you โ€” share what gentle activities they enjoy (like snuffle mats, scentwork, or vet-approved enrichment). Every dogโ€™s journey is worth celebrating. ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ“ฃ Please note: This challenge is for dogs who are not showing signs of pain, lameness, or stiffness. If you're unsure about your dogโ€™s movement or have any concerns about their health or wellbeing, please seek advice from your vet.

โ€œ5 Fun Ways to Keep Your Cat Moving and Happy ๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽ‰โ€Keeping your cat active is key to their health! Try mixing it up with:๐ŸŽพ...
22/10/2025

โ€œ5 Fun Ways to Keep Your Cat Moving and Happy ๐Ÿˆ๐ŸŽ‰โ€

Keeping your cat active is key to their health! Try mixing it up with:

๐ŸŽพ Interactive toys
๐Ÿงถ Feather wands
๐Ÿ“ฆ Cardboard box obstacle courses
๐Ÿƒโ€โ™€๏ธ Short play sessions multiple times a day
๐ŸŒฟ Cat-friendly climbing spots

๐Ÿ’ฌ Whatโ€™s your catโ€™s favourite way to play?

๐Ÿ“ฃ If your cat has mobility issues or recent injuries, consult your vet before trying new exercises or activities. Only try suggestions if appropriate for your pet. Physiotherapy intervention can be a helpful way to keep your feline friend fit and active as well as recovering from illness or injury.

โ€œWarm-Up or Wandering? ๐ŸŽ โ€Be honest: Is your horseโ€™s โ€œwarm-upโ€ actually just a scenic wander around the arena with occasi...
20/10/2025

โ€œWarm-Up or Wandering? ๐ŸŽ โ€

Be honest: Is your horseโ€™s โ€œwarm-upโ€ actually just a scenic wander around the arena with occasional snacking? ๐Ÿ˜…

A proper warm-up doesnโ€™t have to be complicated โ€” but it does need to:
๐Ÿ”ฅ Get muscles warm
๐ŸŽฏ Prepare the body for work
๐Ÿ’ช Reduce the chance of injury

๐Ÿ’ฌ Whatโ€™s your warm-up go-to? Long rein walk? Pole work? Spirals of confusion? Please post in comments.

๐Ÿ“ฃ Quick heads-up: If your horse is consistently stiff, reluctant, or uneven, it is advisable to have them checked by your vet. Physiotherapists and other equine professionals work under veterinary referral to support movement and recovery.

โ€œAgility A-Z: Pick a Letter!โ€๐Ÿ• Agility Handlers โ€“ Letโ€™s do something fun!Drop a letter in the comments, and weโ€™ll reply ...
17/10/2025

โ€œAgility A-Z: Pick a Letter!โ€

๐Ÿ• Agility Handlers โ€“ Letโ€™s do something fun!

Drop a letter in the comments, and weโ€™ll reply with a physio-related tip, exercise, or piece of kit starting with that letter!

A = Active Recovery
B = Balance Pads
C = Core Strength... and so on!

Letโ€™s build the Agility A-Z together this October.

๐Ÿ“ฃ Please note: These are general educational ideas, not medical advice. If your dog is injured or showing lameness, please seek veterinary attention.


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