Apollo Animal Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy

Apollo Animal Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy Movement + Function Expertise for your Canine Companions.
5* Veterinary Physiotherapy + Hydrotherapy services based in Ramsgate, Kent.

I firmly believe that each human being has something in this world that they are supposed to devote their time and passion towards. The Japanese call this idea ‘Ikigai’ – a reason for being. There are four parts to this concept. The first is “that which you love” – I have had a strong, deep connection to animals since I can remember. I would count down the seconds at school until I could run all the way to the stables! I have a very old ex-racehorse, a spirited younger horse that I’ve had since he was a foal, and a 7 yo black labrador, all of which I love dearly. They are my version of meditation every day – my absolute favourite part! The second part to ‘Ikigai’ is “that which you are good at” – my devotion to animals has led me down a path of self-enlightenment regarding animal welfare. In retrospect, I have had many animals in the past who were signalling to me that they were not 100% comfortable. However, I was not aware of their condition, simply because I did not know to look for the signs! My inquisitive nature has inspired my career journey through Master’s Level training with the University of Nottingham & a consistent minimum of 3 CPD activities a year alongside professional body IRVAP. The third part is “that which the world needs” – I support the idea that we must all try to leave the world in a better place than we found it, and I intend to make an impact on the lives of the animals I work with through improvements in the awareness of animal welfare. My career has enabled me to access an unprecedented amount of high-quality, peer-reviewed research. Through the acquisition of this knowledge I am now able to pass this on to other people through the services of physiotherapy. The last is “that which you can be paid for” – let’s be honest, we all need to make a living. But I’m not just being paid in money! I am being blessed with the variety of personalities I get to work with, as well as being part of the team that allows them to live a happy, functional life. I count my blessings every day; grateful that I am able to make a difference through a career that I absolutely love. Fully insured & member of professional body IRVAP, Laura provides mobile physiotherapy for horses & has a rehabilitation centre with hydrotherapy services in Ramsgate, Kent for dogs. Services are charged independently, with mileage for services 20 miles outside of Ramsgate. For enquiries, please email apolloanimalphysio@gmail.com, or message us on Facebook.

Batman had a Christmas photoshoot with us after his therapy session yesterday. He is too cute! Bring your Christmas atti...
05/12/2025

Batman had a Christmas photoshoot with us after his therapy session yesterday. He is too cute!
Bring your Christmas attire in to feature during the festive period 🎄🤶

It's HOWL-O-Ween at Apollo Animal Physiotherapy!Here is Biggie Smalls... bat wings, wagging tail and a serious love for ...
31/10/2025

It's HOWL-O-Ween at Apollo Animal Physiotherapy!

Here is Biggie Smalls... bat wings, wagging tail and a serious love for treats.

Happy Halloween 👻🎃

Happy 9th birthday Lola 🎁🎈🎂Lola has shoulder OCD. This is where a bit of cartilage "flaps" in her shoulder joint and res...
17/10/2025

Happy 9th birthday Lola 🎁🎈🎂

Lola has shoulder OCD. This is where a bit of cartilage "flaps" in her shoulder joint and restricts the shoulder movement.
Lola has been coming to the clinic regularly for years and we are proud to say we have kept this condition from causing other compensatory issues.
Lola still lives life to the max and is one gorgeous, happy and kind young lady whom we hold very close to our hearts.

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16/10/2025

Experience festive fun for pet lovers at the Paws & Claus event during The Elf Express in Kent! Bring your family and pets for a magical Christmas meet-and-greet with Santa’s furry friends, seasonal photos, and pet themed surprises. Perfect for family Christmas events in Kent and animal-loving hou...

Laura is now a member of RAMP 🥳RAMP are a voluntary register of MSK practitioners.This Register clarifies the standard o...
15/10/2025

Laura is now a member of RAMP 🥳
RAMP are a voluntary register of MSK practitioners.
This Register clarifies the standard of professionalism of musculoskeletal care given to animals.
To join RAMP you are required to demonstrate your commitment to working at the highest possible standard, aiming for excellence within animal practice.
Your are committed to continuous professional development and having a reflective practice and career journey.

To find out more, visit rampregister.org

12/10/2025
This review says it all really - our aim at Apollo Animal Physiotherapy is to provide you and your pet a safe space to w...
10/10/2025

This review says it all really - our aim at Apollo Animal Physiotherapy is to provide you and your pet a safe space to work on a set of goals and enhance your lives together. 🙏
Our aim is to empower you to help your pet, by providing your pup with a custom rehab plan for their specific set of goals ✅
Your pets and you really do become part of our family, and there is no better fulfilment then to leave you both walking out of the practice feeling better than when you came in ❤️

Spotlight on one special patient of ours - the beautiful Meredith 😻Meredith has been born with quite severe hip dysplasi...
29/09/2025

Spotlight on one special patient of ours - the beautiful Meredith 😻
Meredith has been born with quite severe hip dysplasia. She is a house cat and gets bothered by the poor alignment of her back legs and compensates through her front paws, causing discomfort here too.
Meredith's owners provide her with a diligent home programme that has seen her grow from strength to strength. She is now a lot more active and independent ❤️
We are slowly acclimatizing her to the treadmill to get her even stronger 💪
Show some love for this absolutely gorgeous pusscat 🥰

Happy birthday to Badger (11) and Agnes (10). We love getting celebrate these moments with you 🎈🎉
22/09/2025

Happy birthday to Badger (11) and Agnes (10). We love getting celebrate these moments with you 🎈🎉

19/09/2025

Toes, paws, wrists and ankles can become bothersome for our furry friends.

One element can start breaking down and very quickly the whole leg can become affected and your pet can lose their confidence, independence and mobility.

With all of the options out there it can be a total minefield, overwhelming and expensive. Often causing decision paralysis.

It's important to get the correct support, with the correct measurements and fitting and correct aftercare advice. We have been working on this for several years and can collaborate with your vet or other professionals to get your dog supported and back on their paws again.

This pup has just been fitted for her boot, and will be pounding the pavements again in no time at all 🙌🐕💕

Feet! We're obsessed with them 🧐
11/09/2025

Feet! We're obsessed with them 🧐

Understanding Canine Foot Alignment
⭐ New Blog Post ⭐

There are a variety of musculoskeletal issues that affect canine foot alignment. Some of these postural deviations are related to muscular weakness and can be improved with foot strengthening exercises.

Others, however, require imaging and/or veterinary intervention due to damage to the tenderness or ligamentous structures.

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🧠 Learn to identify the five most common postural deviations through the canine foot, and and which underlying structures are stretch weak, overly stressed, or damaged.

Check out the comments for images of...

✅✅ Normal/correct feet (for all breeds!!)
❌⬇️ Flat Feet
❌↔️ Splay Foot/ Splayed Feet
❌🔄 Rolling off the Toe Pads
🚨⏫ Sprung Toe (damaged deep flexor)
🚨⏩ Flat Toe (damaged superficial flexor)

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📖 Over the next few days I will unpack the physiology that underlies each postural deviation, and give some next step suggestions for keeping your pup sound and healthy!!

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And these principles apply ACROSS ALL BREEDS!!! Regardless of whether the breed standard calls for 🐱 "cat feet" or 🐰"hare feet", as these conformational qualities refer to the length of the first phalanx... NOT the alignment of the phalanges themselves. No dog, regardless of breed, should ever be demonstrating postural deviations through the feet!!

☠️ This is a hill I will die on!!

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If you want to sneak peek, check out the full blog post (link in comments). And let me know... Does your dog have any of these postural deviations??

There is a lovely set of awards at our IRVAP conference this year. Nominations are open to clients, so if you feel your ...
03/09/2025

There is a lovely set of awards at our IRVAP conference this year. Nominations are open to clients, so if you feel your therapist has gone that extra mile or you want to show your appreciation, feel free to send a nomination in 😃🙌🥰🥳

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Old Haine Road
Ramsgate
CT125AG

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+44 7752 990230

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Welcome to Apollo - Animal Physiotherapy Services

I firmly believe that each human being has something in this world that they are supposed to devote their time and passion towards. The Japanese call this idea ‘Ikigai’ – a reason for being. There are four parts to this concept. The first is “that which you love” – I have had a strong, deep connection to animals since I can remember. I would count down the seconds at school until I could run all the way to the stables, and if you had a dog you could almost forget any interaction with me – I would be talking pretty much exclusively with your dog! I have a very old ex-racehorse, a spirited younger horse that I’ve had since he was a foal, both of which I love dearly. They are my version of meditation every day – my absolute favourite part!

The second part to ‘Ikigai’ is “that which you are good at” – my devotion to animals has led me down a path of self-enlightenment regarding animal welfare. In retrospect, I have had many animals in the past who were signalling to me that they were not 100% comfortable. However, I was not aware of their condition, simply because I did not know to look for the signs! My inquisitive nature has inspired my career journey through Master’s Level training with the University of Nottingham & a consistent minimum of 3 CPD activities a year since my graduation. I am developing specialist knowledge surrounding the equine distal limb (watch this space for my hoof boot fitting service!). It is imperative to be a lifelong learner with an open mind to truly be the best in your field that you can be.

The third part is “that which the world needs” – I support the idea that we must all try to leave the world in a better place than we found it, and I intend to make an impact on the lives of the animals I work with through improvements in the awareness of animal welfare. My career has enabled me to access an unprecedented amount of high-quality, peer-reviewed research. Through the acquisition of this knowledge I am now able to pass this on to other people through the services of physiotherapy.

The last is “that which you can be paid for” – let’s be honest, we all need to make a living. But I’m not just being paid in money! I am being blessed with the variety of personalities I get to work with, as well as being part of the team that allows them to live a happy, functional life. I count my blessings every day; grateful that I am able to make a difference through a career that I absolutely love.