Greyfriars Veterinary Rehabilitation & Hydrotherapy Referrals

07/11/2025

It’s one of the most common questions we hear from owners of older dogs.

The truth is, many dogs live with undiagnosed joint pain, often caused by arthritis, long before anyone realises it’s there.

Dogs are masters at hiding discomfort. But if you’ve noticed your dog:

🐾 Hesitating before climbing the stairs
🐾 Taking longer to get up after resting
🐾 Slowing down on walks or wanting to turn back sooner
🐾 Struggling to jump onto the sofa or into the car

…these are often signs they may be living with joint pain.

The good news? You don’t have to wait until it gets worse.

Hydrotherapy is one of the safest, most effective ways to manage joint pain and give your dog back their freedom of movement.

That means more comfort, more energy, and more of the moments you love with your dog.

If you’ve noticed your dog slowing down, don’t just put it down to age or ignore the symptoms.

With the right support, they can still live an active, happy life, and we’d love to show you how.

DM the word “MOVEMENT” to see how we can support you.

06/11/2025

We were thrilled to welcome so many of our local vets, vet physios and rehabilitation colleagues to Greyfriars last night. We are sure the offer of frites and Greyfriars Vineyard fizz really helped!! Angela Griffiths CCRP gave a talk on clinically reasoning hydrotherapy modality choices. Vet physio Kate Parsons and senior hydrotherapist Becca Golton demonstrated hydrotherapy techniques in the water treadmill and pool. A special thank you to Orry, Max and Mable for being wonderful demo dogs for us.

04/11/2025

Meet Max!

Max has recently started hydrotherapy at 12 years and 4 months. He is the most gentle boy who has taken to hydrotherapy so well and his lovely owners are already seeing him get his spark back.

02/11/2025

Here’s why pre-hab matters 👇

We often think about rehab after surgery, but pre-hab (preparing before surgery) is just as important!

Hydrotherapy can:
✅ Improve circulation
✅ Maintain muscle tone
✅ Increase flexibility
✅ Boost overall fitness

This means a safer surgery and a smoother recovery.

If your dog has surgery planned, ask us about pre-hab. It could make all the difference!

DM the word “PRE-HAB” for more information.

01/11/2025

We help dogs build strength and confidence in the water, so when surgery comes, they’re already set up for success.

If your dog has surgery planned, this is your reminder: pre-hab could make all the difference!

DM us the word “PREHAB” to see how we can help.

30/10/2025

⭐ Splash spotlight ⭐

Meet Jax! He’s a lovely boy who’s progressed so much on his weightloss journey with us and we absolutely love having him come into the clinic.

17/10/2025

2026 COURSE DATES RELEASED.
The next Level 3 Certificate course is in March 2026 - we already have a waiting list!
Future proof study - start at Level 3 and progress to Level 4 at your own pace (plus spread the cost!).
Send your booking form in NOW if you wish to join us. See events on this page or further details and forms available on our website

At Greyfriars in Surrey, we provide bespoke veterinary rehabilitation and pet hydrotherapy to help your pet recover. Discover tailored treatments for your pet.

15/10/2025

Is your dog carrying extra weight?

You’re not alone, almost half of UK dogs are overweight, and it’s not always easy to notice until it starts affecting their movement.

Save this post so you’ll always know the signs to look out for and keep your dog feeling happy, healthy, and strong.

12/10/2025

Want to give your puppy the best possible start in life?

Our Puppy Package is designed to prioritise their health, confidence and development from day one.

Hydrotherapy is a low-impact, safe and fun way for puppies to:
✨ Build strength & coordination
✨ Boost confidence in water
✨ Support growing joints & muscles

All sessions are guided by our qualified canine hydrotherapists, who make sure every swim is safe, positive and puppy-approved.

DM the word “PUPPY” for more information.

10/10/2025

We always ask our clients to inform us of any changes with their dog, especially concerning other medical treatments or injuries.

Having the full picture allows us to make educated decisions aimed at achieving the best outcome for your dog.

The more information we have, the more we are able to offer them top quality care during their time at Greyfriars.

Save this post as your reminder to let us know of any changes in your dog’s health!