Rebecca Sharples is a Chartered Physiotherapist who has specialized in Animal Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation since 1996.
She initially trained in Animal Physiotherapy in South Africa and later in the UK. In 2003, she earned a Certificate in Canine Rehabilitation from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Tennessee.
Rebecca has worked in London, the Home Counties, Cambridge & Newmarket, before returning to Devon in 2002. Over the years, she has collaborated with various veterinary groups, including:
She has treated a variety of animals, primarily dogs and horses, along with some cats, rabbits, a cow, and donkeys!
Rebecca offers physiotherapy services to veterinary practices and home visits in:
She primarily conducts home visits, allowing dogs to receive treatment in a familiar environment. This also enables Rebecca to assess the home setting and suggest modifications if necessary. A veterinary referral is required prior to treatment. Most insurance companies cover physiotherapy, but please check with your provider before booking a consultation.
Animals, like people, respond to Physiotherapy.
The purpose of physiotherapy is to restore and maintain mobility, function, independence and performance.
From the management of joint or spinal problems to rehabilitation after surgery, fractures or injury, aiding in Chronic pain management, supporting Older dogs, Sporting & working dogs, animal physiotherapy is now considered an essential addition to medical and surgical treatment.
Hands-on techniques
Electrotherapy
Exercise therapy
Hands-on techniques
Electrotherapy
Exercise therapy
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Since Maisey was a puppy we have scheduled regular checkups with Rebecca, as Maisey's career as both a racing and sports dog lurcher does require her to be fully fit, and due to the speeds at which she runs, she is a bit prone to various injuries. We thought this was especially important as she is a bit prone to running faster than the ground conditions may warrant, but she loves to go fast! Last year she managed to injure her carpus, and thanks to Rebecca's hard work, and regular treatment a very sore swollen carpus is now back to normal, and the only sign of the injury is a very slight thickening, which most people cannot see.
Maisey
Our young whippet has had regular checkups to ensure she is always fully fit and as her agility career progresses we will continue with these, to ensure her continued fitness. Florence can be stand-offish with many people, but utterly loves Rebecca and allows her to fully check her over, and is always very relaxed for her checkups.
Florence
When we got Freddie as a young rescue we were concerned that he may have some orthopaedic issues, and radiographs showed very mild hip dysplasia. He also believed that life should be lived to its fullest, and all dimensions should be used, so loved to leap onto hedges and run at full speed. He was prone to thoracic and lumbar stiffness, due to his hips and his 'run like you stole it' attitude to life. Through Rebeccas, hard work the exercises she advised, as well as regular hydrotherapy Freddie was able to live life to the full, and always loved seeing Rebecca, and she was definitely on his 'best people' list.
Freddie
Rebecca has completely changed the life of my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dotty. After a car accident, Dotty found it hard to even walk around. When Dotty first saw Rebecca she really was in a lot of pain and really not in a good place at all. Dotty was neglected and abused before I owned her and can be very nervous about people she doesn’t know. Straight away, Rebecca was so kind and gentle with Dotty that she slowly, week by week, earned Dotty‘s trust. Dotty now wags her tail when Rebecca arrives. Rebecca is incredibly knowledgeable and truly has turned Dotty‘s life around. I’m so grateful to her for helping Dotty so much. She’s also recommended things I can do and buy, to help Dotty. I really do recommend finding out what she can do to help your dog.
Dotty
Rebecca has been supporting my 14-year-old Collie cross, Koru, for the past 18 months following her diagnosis with degenerative myelopathy. From the beginning, Rebecca has shown incredible knowledge and professionalism, always approaching Koru with such calmness and gentleness. Her care has made a huge difference and I truly believe Koru wouldn't still be with us if it weren't for Rebecca's dedicated and compassionate support.
One of the best things about her service is that it's provided in the comfort of our own home, which helps keep Koru relaxed and free from the stress of travel. I wholeheartedly recommend Rebecca to anyone with a dog needing help managing arthritis, age-related conditions, or rehabilitation after surgery. Thank you, Rebecca, for everything you've done for Koru.
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