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Zoe MSc Veterinary Physiotherapist @Fit-Pet Physio
Fully insured, AHPR registered & MNAVP
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"Helping dedicated active dog owners to optimise their dogs health and fitness so that they can live a long and happy life"
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 11, 20212 min read
What's the Longissimus Dorsi?
This blog is all about the Longissimus Dorsi. The longissimus dorsi is one of the major back muscles present in both the dog and the...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 11, 20212 min read
Should you Stretch your Pets?
As we all know stretching is an important part of our warm-up and cool-down routines as humans to prevent muscle tension known as delayed...
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Jan 11, 20214 min read
Is my Pet in Pain?
Often the signs of chronic pain can be overlooked as bad behaviour, old age or even personality traits. This is especially true for...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 11, 20213 min read
How to Rehab you Pet for Less
Recently we ran an online rehab for less event, now we wouldn’t want any of you missing out so here's a rundown of all the money saving...
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Jan 11, 20211 min read
What polework should I be doing?
Pole work exercises can be used in both dogs and horse's to improve their core strength, muscle mass, joint range of motion and...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 11, 20212 min read
Are Dog Sports Safe?
Many of us love training and competing with our dogs and it brilliant for their mental stimulation, fitness and bond with us as handlers...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Dog Fitness Planning
There are a number of different exercises used in canine rehabilitation and fitness programs. To know which ones best suit your dog and...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Is my Pet Overweight?
Is my pet overweight? We all naturally love to feed our pets, it’s our way of showing them we love them. But when is enough, enough? How...
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Jan 8, 20213 min read
Fitness Plans for horses
Happy hacker? Competiton prospect? Or even just a field ornament? All horses can benefit from a bespoke fitness plan tailored to them no...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Bicep Brachii
Ever wondered what muscles your pets use when exercising and how to strengthen them? Well, first you need to know where they are and what...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20211 min read
Homemade pet treats with no prep time!
Ever wondered how to make 100% natural healthy treats for your pets? ​ Check out our VLOG! ​ Dog treats: ​ Try sticking to healthy treats...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20211 min read
Where is the Brachialis?
Where is the brachialis? In the dog the brachialis starts from caudal to the head of the humerus to the proximomedial radius and ulna and...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Where's the Tricep again?
So over the past 2 weeks, we’ve taken a look at the 2 major flexors of the elbow joint. Can you remember them? Yes! The Bicep Brachii...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20213 min read
Where are the Hamstrings?
So we’ve had a little look at the forelimb muscles, but what about the hindlimbs? The hindlimbs of our pets are their powerhouse, this is...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Get to Know the Gluteals
Last week we spoke about how the hindlimbs are the powerhouse of our pet and should be providing all the forward movement. We took a...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20218 min read
5 Must Know Dog Tricks
As dog owners, it seems like we are juggling a thousand spinning plates, especially at the beginning right? So you’ve just brought your...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20214 min read
Can Horses Swim?
Can horse's swim? Short answer yes. But the real question here is probably should my horse be swimming? And if so how? Where? And how...
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Fit-Pet Physio
Jan 8, 20212 min read
Why does my Dog Lick their Paws?
Has your dog just started licking their paws out of nowhere? Or perhaps they’ve been doing it for a while but now you’ve noticed they’re...
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Jan 8, 20212 min read
Why is my Horse Lame?
Ergh why is my horse lame?! It’s the age old question isn’t it. You know the saying “if you look at it long enough you’ll find a...
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Jan 8, 20212 min read
Why is my Dog Limping?
Noticing a limb or lameness in our dogs can be a worrying time for us as owners. But firstly is your dog lame? How do you know and what...
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