Now nobody at ARC is implying that any of friends’s cars are neglected, but we sure do know what a wet and muddy dog walk can do to a vehicle! Well, for once, we can help you with that…. the intrepid vets and nurses from our sister branch at Thongsbridge are taking part in the Coniston Challenge to raise money for the Guide Dogs Association, and this sunday they are holding a charity car wash to help. So, get yourselves down to the Thongsbridge branch between 11am and 2pm and for a measly fiver you can have your beloved wheels spruced up, and all for a brilliant cause! See you at Donaldson & Partners, Miry Lane, Thongsbridge, Holmfirth HD9 7RY.

Sunday turned out a scorcher after all- perfect bouncy castle weather! We had fun welcoming visitors old and young, human and canine to our Open Day. There were fabulous cupcakes on hand to refuel the neurons after touring the rehab displays and demos as well as games of luck and of budding  veterinary skill. Several humans as well as dogs tried their hand on our agility course, while the fabulous face painters made it hard to tell which were which at times! We had a great day and we hope you did too, and best of all we raised some money for the Cinnamon Trust and the Guide Dogs Association.

It’s a question we’re asked almost every day. Veterinary rehabilitation is a relatively new field, and many of the pet owners we talk to haven’t heard about it before. The answer could be pages long- there are all sorts of injuries, orthopaedic conditions, neurological problems, fitness and flexibility issues, weight management and post-illness reconditioning needs that pets can suffer from, to mention just a few. So, we’ve decided to add a few case studies to our website to give people an insight into what we do every day. We’re setting the ball rolling with Sophie’s story, since her particular problem (torn cruciate ligaments) is one the scenarios we regularly see.

Meet some of our patients….

Our patients’ owners are just as proud of their success as everybody at ARC is! We’ve added a new page as testament to the achievements of our very determined patients and to their owners, who put a lot of time and effort into helping them recover. Visit the Hall of Fame to hear more about some of our real-life stars.

Ever wondered what happens at the Animal Rehabilitation Centre?

Come and visit us and find out!

• Find out why animals need veterinary rehab and what it involves

• Tour the centre and meet the rehab staff

• Learn about our facilities and see the equipment in action

• Hydrotherapy in action demonstrations

• Have your rehab questions answered

• Refreshments and children’s activities

Sunday June 26th 10am-1pm

The Animal Rehabilitation Centre

@ Donaldson & Partners Birchencliffe Surgery

Birchencliffe Hill Road, HD3 3NL

Calling all dogs everywhere…..

Would you like to get fitter and have fun at the same time?

Do you want to learn to swim or improve your confidence in the water?

Come and join us at Splash & Dash, special sessions devoted to getting tails and tongues wagging about swimming. All you need is your human and a towel – we’ll bring the swimming teacher, toys and safety gear.

Alternate Saturday mornings starting on 21st May, at The Animal Rehabilitation Centre, Donaldson & Partners, Birchencliffe, Birchencliffe Hill Road, Huddersfield, HD3 3NL. £15 per session. Must be booked in advance.

Ask your humans nicely to book now on 01484 450022!

Following the success of last years’ courses Rhona will be lecturing at the College of Animal Welfare in Leeds again this summer on Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy for Veterinary Nurses.

ARC is hosting a Continuing Professional Development evening for vets and nurses on 24th March on Vestibular Syndrome and Electrolyte Disorders

As winter draws nearer, we will soon be launching an exciting new offering on fun and fitness swims, so that our canine companions stay fit and mobile over the cold, dark and wet months ahead.

As we’re getting very busy, we welcome another rehab nurse, Emma McLain to the Team.

Emma is an RVN who has been working with Donaldson & Partners for some time after returning from her travels, and is excited about getting to spend more time in the rehab field.

Here’s Emma’s Bio Page