Animal Physical Therapy

Holly and Hugo

Module Exams

Included in course price

When your animal is older, injured, or ill, you want to do everything in your power to help them. Just as physiotherapy and massage help strengthen our muscles and joints, it’s just as beneficial for our animals.

You’ll be shown the correct techniques to treat different parts of the body. Enjoy quality, hands-on time with your dog or cat as you massage away pain and exercise limbs to restore strength. The aim of animal physical therapy is to keep your pets as active as possible for as long as possible. You can help them build muscle and keep their joints active following surgery or as they get older.

Having hands-on, fun time with your pets is a perfect way to build your bond. Know how to handle your animals confidently so that you are helping and not hindering their recovery. Start learning the benefits of pet physical therapy today.

Course Syllabus

• Key benefits of physiotherapy
• Course objectives and learning outcomes
• Importance of teamwork in physiotherapy care
• Situations where physiotherapy is not appropriate or safe

• Hydrotherapy applications
• Laser therapy
• Electrotherapy methods
• Cold therapy (cryotherapy)
• Therapeutic ultrasound
• Structured rehabilitation exercises
• Acupuncture techniques
• Massage therapy approaches

• Introduction to key anatomical terminology
• Understanding joint movement and range of motion
• Forelimb anatomy
• Hindlimb anatomy
• Spinal structure
• Muscles, ligaments, and tendons overview
• Hands-on palpation techniques for dogs

• Core principles of physical therapy
• Safety considerations during treatment
• Identifying signs of pain in animals
• Assessing common physical conditions and limitations

• Massage techniques for rehabilitation
• Joint mobilization exercises
• Therapeutic exercise planning and execution

• Use of mobility and assistive devices
• Nutritional supplementation support
• Pain management strategies
• Working collaboratively with veterinary professionals

• Pet parents who want to learn about the right techniques and supplements to ensure their furball lives life to the max.
• Anyone thinking about a career as an animal physiotherapist and wants to study a taster course first.
• People looking after injured or older pets who want to give them a better quality of life.
• Anyone who lives with animals or works with them and wishes to give them the best help they possibly can.

All courses are accredited by the International Council for Online Educational Standards (ICOES). After passing any exams and completing a course successfully, students can opt to purchase an ICOES certificate from the third-party institution.

Holly and Hugo is also CPD certified, meaning the courses meet or exceed Continuing Professional Development standards and benchmarks.

Holly and Hugo courses are designed for anyone with an interest in learning. No formal qualifications are required. Our courses are suitable if you want to learn new skills, start a new career, or if you’re already working in a particular industry and wish to upgrade your talents and enhance your resume.

• An accredited course in animal physical therapy will look impressive on your resume when you apply for any jobs with animals.
• The course is a good foundation for anyone interested in a career in veterinary medicine or animal care.
• If you work with animals or run a pet business, your clients will feel hugely relieved that you’ve studied to look after them even if they’re injured or old.

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