The Hydrotherapy Clinic

09/10/2026

Tell me you're a hydrotherapist without telling me you're a hydrotherapist...

07/10/2026

07/10/2026

If your dog struggled with fireworks last year, now is the time to prepare for this year.

Trembling, pacing and barking can be easy to recognise. A dog who becomes very still, watches the windows or follows you from room to room may also be frightened. Quiet doesn’t always mean comfortable.

Start with a few practical preparations:

🐾 Set up a resting or hiding place your dog already likes, where they can choose to settle or stay close to you.

🐾 Plan walks and toilet breaks before dusk. Check doors, gates and your dog’s identification details.

🐾 Speak with your vet now if your dog has previously been distressed by fireworks. This gives you time to discuss treatment and have a plan in place.

Firework recordings can support gradual sound training, but the volume needs to stay low enough that your dog remains comfortable. Taking treats alone doesn’t tell you that. Watch their posture, attention and ability to settle, too.

If your dog has previously panicked or tried to escape, seek veterinary and behaviour support before starting sound training.

And when fireworks happen, you can comfort your dog. Let them come close if they want contact, or give them space if they prefer to hide.

Our full guide explains how to introduce recordings, recognise when to stop, and support your dog during fireworks.

Read it here:
https://www.seespotlearn.co.nz/help-dog-cope-with-fireworks/

💜 🐾 Save this post so you can come back to it while preparing.

07/10/2026

Welcome Gina to The Hydrotherapy Clinic Family!

We hope Big Sally makes you feel at home.

(Thank you Zeb & Human Gina for trusting us with her as you set off on your next chapter over the ditch)

02/10/2026

Turns out that we value our own exercise almost as much as we value your dog doing their home exercises!

(No cruciate ligaments, nor any tendons, were damaged in the making of this photo)

17/09/2026

Way to go Bella !

09/09/2026

After a traumatic hip dislocation, this gorgeous boy underwent an FHO (Femoral Head Ostectomy) surgery, followed by a long road of rehabilitation. Then, just 3 months later, he faced another setback — a cruciate injury requiring surgery on the very same leg!

Hydrotherapy has played an important role in helping him rebuild strength, improve his mobility and regain confidence in that leg, while allowing him to exercise in a controlled, low-impact environment.

The change in his mobility and his behaviour has been wonderful to see.

💙 He is now fit, functional and enjoying life again — he is an active member of the family and able to join in with walks, adventures, and the everyday family routine that he had been missing out on.

Rehabilitation isn’t just about improving movement. It’s about helping dogs get back to doing the things they love, with the people they love. 🐶💦

08/09/2026

We’re continuing our health and wellbeing series with a spotlight on The Hydrotherapy Clinic, Hawke’s Bay’s first dedicated small‑animal hydrotherapy centre, operated by the qualified team at Pet2Us.

Their clinic provides controlled aquatic exercise in warm, therapeutic water, offering a gentle, low‑impact way to support pets recovering from injury, managing chronic conditions, or building strength and confidence.

Hydrotherapy can help with a wide range of orthopaedic and neurological issues — from cruciate injuries and hip dysplasia to arthritis, muscle loss, nerve damage, and post‑surgical rehabilitation — and it’s also an excellent conditioning tool for working and performance dogs.

The clinic features both a hydrotherapy pool and a state‑of‑the‑art Physio‑Tech hydro‑treadmill, allowing tailored treatment plans that improve mobility, reduce pain, and build fitness safely.

Their hydrotherapist, Ashleigh, brings extensive UK training and a strong background in sports performance, ensuring every patient receives expert, compassionate care.

For pets needing structured rehabilitation or a supportive, zero‑impact exercise option, The Hydrotherapy Clinic offers an outstanding resource right here in Hawke’s Bay.

https://pet2us.co.nz/thehydrotherapyclinic/

23/08/2026

You just know we're getting excited about another new leaf!

Book an appointment, and get in on the energy action! 🌱

21/08/2026

Thanks Aunty Loz!