At Wag Rehab, we often see pets whose mobility issues have gone unnoticed for weeks—or even months—simply because the signs of lameness can be subtle. Unlike us, dogs and cats can’t verbally tell us when something feels off. Instead, they adapt, compensate, and carry on. That’s why learning how to recognise the lameness is so important for pet owners. This guide will help you understand what to look for, from obvious limping to the more easily missed changes in posture and mo

When people think of animal physiotherapy, dogs are often the first to come to mind. However, cats benefit just as much from physiotherapy support—especially following injury, illness, or surgery. We believe that our feline companions deserve the same level of care and rehabilitation to help them recover, maintain mobility, and enjoy a comfortable quality of life. Wag Rehab provides expert physiotherapy services for cats across Burton upon Trent, Uttoxeter, Lichfield, Derby

Wheels are often considered a last resort—a sign that a dog’s quality of life is inevitably declining. At Wag Rehab, we’re here to challenge that perception. The reality is far more positive, empowering, and full of possibility. Wheels can be appropriate in a range of situations and can be a helpful part of rehab and condition management. Let’s dispel some of the most common myths about canine wheels and explore how, when used correctly, they can transform a dog’s life. Under

Wag Rehab – Specialist Physiotherapy for Dogs & Cats When your dog or cat is recovering from injury, surgery, or managing a chronic condition, heat and cold therapies can be helpful as part of their physiotherapy plan. But beyond tradition and common advice— what does the science actually say? In this guide, we combine clinical experience with current research evidence to help you understand when to use heat, ice, or contrast therapy—and why it matters. Why Temperature Therap

At Wag Rehab , we provide a specialist mobile veterinary physiotherapy service for senior dogs and cats across Burton on Trent, Uttoxeter, Derby, Lichfield and surrounding areas . Our approach is clinical, evidence-led, and tailored to optimise mobility, comfort, and long-term quality of life. Ageing is not a disease — but it does require proactive management. Through advanced assessment, including frailty-informed evaluation, we design premium, personalised rehabilitation p

Cruciate ligament injuries are one of the most common causes of hind limb lameness in dogs. If your dog has suddenly started limping, avoiding weight-bearing, or struggling to get up, a cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) injury may be the cause. At Wag Rehab, we provide mobile veterinary physiotherapy across Uttoxeter, Burton upon Trent, Derby and Lichfield — supporting dogs before and after cruciate surgery in the comfort of their own home. Early rehabilitation can improve rec

Helping pets recover faster, move more comfortably, and live happier lives through gentle, evidence-informed rehabilitation. If your dog or cat is recovering from surgery, struggling with arthritis, or showing signs of pain or stiffness, LASER therapy for dogs and cats may be an excellent option to support their physiotherapy treatment. At Wag Rehab , therapeutic LASER treatment is a core part of our veterinary physiotherapy toolkit , helping reduce pain, optimise healing, a