Kates K9 Help and swim fitness

14/09/2026

Party Time.

Happy Birthday Enzo.

13/09/2026

Anyone heading to Rarotonga?

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12/09/2026

Rolo gave me a wonderful opportunity for the cutest photo when he decided to sit on the chair like the gentleman he is. Waiting his turn.

Rolo attends Hydrotherapy for arthritis in his elbow.

This is a Google review from his owner Beth.

"Kate has been fantastic at helping my dog, Rolo, since his arthritis diagnosis earlier this year. She deeply cares about her patients, she is compassionate and gentle and has incredible expertise and advice. Myself and Rolo would highly recommend Kates hydro to anyone!"

11/09/2026

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. 🐶💦

11/09/2026

Meet Nella!

Nella the 4yo Shih Tzu X was referred by her vet for hydrotherapy as she had bilateral luxating patella, (which means both of her knee caps were unstable and popped out of alignment every so often). She often skipped along, lifting her hinds limbs as she walked. She was needing to undergo surgical repair. At this point, it was clear that Nella was quite overweight and so the suggestion was, for Nella to lose some of her much loved insulation and hit the gym! Obviously with dodgy knees, the exercise had to be low impact and supportive that’s where hydrotherapy came in.

Nella’s treat allocation got a complete overhaul and her family were well on board with making adjustments to how much Nella consumed and how she moved around in her environment. Pre-surgical, fortnightly hydrotherapy provided a chance to check in with her family, undertake a therapeutic hydro session and hop on the scales and within a few months, Nella had dropped 2kgs and was deemed fit for surgery.

Here's Nella at hydro - https://youtu.be/v4hx6-T5XKA

Thanks to hydrotherapy and the changes her family made, Nella’s surgery was a success. The pre-hab proved valuable for helping to build muscle and improve body condition and the post surgical rehab offered that slow, controlled movement which is so crucial for newly operated limbs. She still has a wee way to go with her recovery but needless to say, Nella’s family are committed to keeping the weight off and they are hopeful that with the strength she has built and the changes made to her exercise regime, they might be able to avoid a second surgery for Nella.

Great going Nella and fam! If you think hydrotherapy could be for your dog, reach out to www.nzach.co.nz for your closest clinic

30/08/2026

29/08/2026

Its all on at the Taranaki Pet Expo !
Amazing vibe lots to see and cuddles to have. 😊😊

29/08/2026

See you at the Taranaki Pet Expo
This Sunday 10am to 2 pm. 😊

23/08/2026

We will be at the Taranaki Pet Expo this weekend.
Get your tickets early to be in the draw to win big prizes!

🐶🐦 EXHIBITOR ANNOUNCEMENT 🐭🐱

Kates K9 Help and swim fitness is the only dog rehabilitation swimming pool in Taranaki, with professional hydrotherapists offering safe and effective rehabilitation for many conditions including arthritis, elbow and hip dysplasia and cruciate injuries. Located just 15 min out of New Plymouth you will also have access to Puggles Paddock, a 2 acre private space for you to run your dog in peace.

Grab your tickets to the expo at: http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/taranaki-pet-expo-2026-tickets-1991650373882

18/08/2026

🐶🐦 EXHIBITOR ANNOUNCEMENT 🐭🐱

Kates K9 Help and swim fitness is the only dog rehabilitation swimming pool in Taranaki, with professional hydrotherapists offering safe and effective rehabilitation for many conditions including arthritis, elbow and hip dysplasia and cruciate injuries. Located just 15 min out of New Plymouth you will also have access to Puggles Paddock, a 2 acre private space for you to run your dog in peace.

Grab your tickets to the expo at: http://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/taranaki-pet-expo-2026-tickets-1991650373882