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Veterinary Physiotherapy Services in Abu Dhabi

Evidence-based veterinary physiotherapy tailored to the individual needs of horses, dogs, and other small animals.

Overview

Rehabilitation, Performance & Preventative Physiotherapy

Vet Physio Abu Dhabi is fully insured and licensed under MOCCAE to provide veterinary physiotherapy for horses, dogs, and other small animals across the UAE. Based in Abu Dhabi, we offer a convenient mobile service, delivering assessment and treatment at your stable or home.

Veterinary physiotherapy is not only beneficial for injured horses and dogs or high-level competition animals. Regular physiotherapy can support injury prevention, enhance performance and movement quality, and maintain long-term mobility, comfort, and musculoskeletal health. Routine physiotherapy assessments may also help identify sub-clinical issues and asymmetries before they develop into more significant problems or career-limiting injuries.

Treatment plans are tailored to the individual animal and may be beneficial for:

Rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery
Return-to-work programmes
Equine athletes and sporting dogs
Muscular tension, stiffness, and compensatory movement patterns
Preventative physiotherapy and maintenance treatments
Supporting mobility and managing age-related conditions

Equine Physiotherapy

For horses of every discipline.

From riding school horses to competition horses, we provide onsite treatment supporting rehabilitation, mobility, musculoskeletal health, comfort, and athletic performance.

Performance optimisation
Rehabilitation and post-surgical recovery
Compensatory movement and pain management
Maintenance treatments
Preventative Care
Muscular development

Appointment duration: 90 minutes

Canine Physiotherapy

For the Canine Athlete & Companion.

From sporting and working dogs to much-loved family companions, we provide mobile veterinary physiotherapy in the comfort of your home, allowing your dog to be assessed and treated in a familiar, low-stress environment.

Sporting & Working Dogs
Post-Surgery Recovery
Joint & Spinal Management
Arthritis & Senior Care
Conditioning & Weight Support
Pain Management and Movement Quality

Appointment Duration:

Initial assessment and treatment: 90 minutes

Follow-up appointment: 60 minutes

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is veterinary physiotherapy?

Veterinary physiotherapy is a science-based profession focused on improving movement, mobility, comfort, and physical function in animals. Treatment may include clinical assessment, manual therapies, rehabilitation exercises, electrotherapy, and owner education, all tailored to the individual animal's needs.

Does my animal need a veterinary referral?

Veterinary consent may be required depending on your animal's condition and medical history. Animals recovering from injury or surgery, undergoing veterinary investigation, or presenting with neurological signs will typically require veterinary involvement before physiotherapy can commence. Where appropriate, we work closely with your veterinary surgeon to ensure treatment is safe, effective, and aligned with your animal's overall care plan.

What happens during a veterinary physiotherapy appointment?

Each appointment begins with a detailed discussion of your animal's history, management, and any concerns you may have. A clinical assessment is then performed before an individualised treatment plan is developed. Treatment may include manual therapies, rehabilitation exercises, electrotherapy, and home management recommendations where appropriate.

How many physiotherapy sessions will my animal need?

Every animal is different. The number and frequency of sessions will depend on factors such as age, condition, medical history, response to treatment, and individual goals. Following assessment, a tailored treatment and review plan will be discussed.

Can physiotherapy benefit puppies and young dogs?

Yes. Physiotherapy may benefit growing dogs, particularly those predisposed to orthopaedic conditions or requiring support with strength, coordination, and movement development. Early assessment can also help identify movement asymmetries and compensatory patterns before they become more significant concerns.

Is physiotherapy only for injured or older animals?

No. Physiotherapy is not only beneficial for animals recovering from injury or managing age-related conditions. It may also support performance animals, working animals, growing dogs, horses returning to work, and those receiving preventative or maintenance care to help maintain comfort, mobility, and musculoskeletal health.

Do you provide home and stable visits?

Yes. Vet Physio Abu Dhabi provides a fully mobile service, allowing horses to be assessed and treated at their stable and dogs to be treated in the comfort of their home. This helps minimise stress while allowing treatment to take place within the animal's usual environment.

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Every treatment plan begins with a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment.

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