Business Details
9 Years
experience
Canine Hydrotherapy & Physiotherapy Specialists
Westmac Canine Theraphies is a specialist provider of canine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy services operating two dedicated centres in South Wales. Established in 2017 at our rural Trellech location and expanded to Newport in 2025, we combine state-of-the-art facilities with expert care to deliver tailored rehabilitation programs for dogs. Our team of qualified hydrotherapists and affiliated physiotherapists utilise advanced underwater treadmill technology and mineral water therapies to address conditions such as arthritis, post-surgical recovery, and mobility issues.With purpose-built centres featuring spacious treatment areas and dedicated client amenities, we maintain strict hygiene protocols and equipment standards to ensure optimal outcomes. Our services are supported by most major pet insurance providers, and we work closely with veterinary professionals to implement evidence-based treatment plans. Through our commitment to ongoing professional development and facility innovation, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in canine healthcare across Monmouthshire and surrounding regions.
Services
Canine Hydrotherapy
Physiotherapy
Underwater Treadmill
Initial Assessment
Rehabilitation Programs
Weight Management
Post-Surgery Recovery
Arthritis Management
Fitness Conditioning
Veterinary Referrals
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We operate purpose-built facilities with state-of-the-art HydroPhysio machines
- Our practitioners hold Level 3 Diplomas in Small Animal Hydrotherapy
- Treatments are supported by most major pet insurance providers
- We offer dedicated 1:1 appointment systems at both locations
- Our centres feature mineral water sourced from our own private well
Associations and certifications
- Canine Hydrotherapy Association
Services
Canine Hydrotherapy
Our hydrotherapy sessions utilise underwater treadmill technology to provide controlled exercise environments for canine rehabilitation. The warm mineral water reduces joint stress while building muscle strength through resistance training. This non-invasive treatment effectively addresses mobility issues, post-operative recovery, and chronic conditions like arthritis.
Physiotherapy
Delivered by ACPAT-qualified practitioners, our physiotherapy combines gait analysis with targeted exercises to restore mobility. Using specialist equipment and manual techniques, we develop custom rehabilitation plans that complement hydrotherapy treatments for optimal recovery outcomes in both post-surgical and chronic cases.
Initial Assessment
This 50-minute consultation includes comprehensive gait analysis, structural measurements, and health checks to create personalised treatment plans. Our hydrotherapists assess joint mobility, muscle condition, and overall fitness to establish baseline metrics for tracking rehabilitation progress over subsequent sessions.
Rehabilitation Programs
Structured treatment programs combine hydrotherapy and physiotherapy sessions tailored to specific recovery goals. Based on veterinary referrals and initial assessments, these plans typically involve weekly sessions that transition to maintenance appointments as the patient progresses through defined rehabilitation milestones.
Weight Management
Our hydrotherapy-based weight loss programs utilise controlled water resistance to build muscle while reducing joint impact. Combined with veterinary guidance, these sessions help manage obesity-related conditions through monitored exercise intensity and regular progress assessments using on-site veterinary scales.
People
Evie Meechan
Founder & Hydrotherapist
Founder of both Westmac centres, Evie holds a Level 3 Hydrotherapy Diploma and TCAP sports massage qualification. With decades of canine care experience from family kennels established in 1991, she combines technical expertise with deep understanding of animal behaviour to maintain high treatment standards.
Bethan Mayo
Lead Hydrotherapist
Trellech's lead hydrotherapist, Bethan holds a Level 3 Hydrotherapy Diploma and specialises in handling diverse breeds. Her practical experience and compassionate approach ensure tailored care for dogs of all temperaments, maintaining the centre's commitment to excellence in animal rehabilitation.
Vicky Slater
Lead Hydrotherapist
Newport's lead practitioner, Vicky is studying for her Level 3 Hydrotherapy Diploma while bringing extensive rescue animal experience. Her gentle handling techniques and dedication to treating pets as family members create reassuring treatment environments for nervous or recovering dogs.
Sarah Price
Physiotherapist
MSc-qualified physiotherapist Sarah Price specialises in canine rehabilitation, combining human and animal expertise. Her ACPAT CatA accreditation ensures evidence-based treatment plans that integrate seamlessly with hydrotherapy programs at both Westmac locations.
Questions
What conditions can hydrotherapy treat?
Our treatments effectively address arthritis, post-surgical recovery, ligament injuries, weight management, and mobility issues in dogs of all ages and breeds.
Is hydrotherapy covered by insurance?
Most major pet insurance providers cover our treatments when referred by a veterinary surgeon, typically offering 10-15 sessions or specific financial limits per condition.
What happens during the initial assessment?
The 50-minute assessment includes gait analysis, structural measurements, health checks, and introductory treadmill exposure to create your dog's personalised rehabilitation plan.
How often are treatment sessions needed?
Recuperative appointments usually occur weekly, transitioning to biweekly or monthly maintenance sessions as your dog progresses through their rehabilitation milestones.
What facilities do you offer?
Both centres feature HydroPhysio underwater treadmills, veterinary scales, mineral water showers, and dedicated treatment spaces with climate-controlled environments for owner and pet comfort.
How do you ensure treatment safety?
Our qualified hydrotherapists maintain strict hygiene protocols, equipment checks twice daily, and 1:1 appointment systems to ensure each dog receives focused care in a stress-free environment.
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