North Paws Rehabilitation Referrals
#4 Vet in Thirsk, North Yorkshire
North Paws Rehabilitation Referrals – Vets in Thirsk
Clinic Overview
North Paws Rehabilitation Referrals is a veterinary rehabilitation facility focused on pain management and rehab for dogs, with treatments including hydrotherapy and laser therapy. Based on the website, it’s set up as a dedicated rehab centre (rather than a general vet practice), with a swimming pool, an underwater treadmill, and Class 4 K-Laser equipment; it also states ACPAT-registered physiotherapy. In reviews, owners repeatedly describe tailored treatment plans for mobility and post-surgery recovery—examples include prehab before a TPLO and rehab afterwards, plus support following cruciate surgery and an Achilles tendon repair. Several reviewers mention staff helping dogs build confidence with water over time (from being “afraid of the water” to “can’t wait to go for his swims”) and giving practical home/routine changes alongside in-clinic sessions.
Services
- •Hydrotherapy, including use of an underwater treadmill (“hydro physio underwater treadmill” on the website); reviews mention both treadmill work and swim sessions, sometimes used as maintenance on a fortnightly basis after improvement.
- •Laser therapy (website lists “Class 4 K Laser therapy”); reviews frequently cite laser alongside hydrotherapy for arthritis/joint issues and post-operative recovery (including cruciate surgery).
- •Pain clinic (listed on the website) for pets experiencing pain or discomfort.
- •Physiotherapy (website), including ACPAT registered physiotherapy (as stated on the site).
- •Acupuncture (website).
- •3D scanning (website).
- •Rehabilitation/prehabilitation around orthopaedic surgery (from reviews): prehab before TPLO; rehab after TPLO; support after cruciate surgery and after Achilles tendon surgery/complications.
- •Referral-based access is implied by the website navigation (“Make a Referral”, “Vets make a referral”, “How to be referred”) and mentioned directly by an owner whose vet referred them.
People
- •Rhiannon and Claire are thanked by name for patient handling during hydrotherapy, specifically helping a dog who initially feared water build confidence.
- •Natalie is repeatedly named in reviews. Owners describe her assessing dogs closely (including advising one owner to return to their vet because she suspected “something else going on,” which later aligned with an Achilles tendon diagnosis), and providing ongoing guidance and emotional support during a difficult post-surgical year. Another reviewer says their dog “took a real liking” to Natalie and that she was able to take the lead in their treatment plan.
Reviews
5 stars from 20 reviews. - Owners describe mobility improvements in older dogs (arthritis/joint issues), often after a combined plan of hydrotherapy + laser; several mention a noticeable change from “plodding/shuffling” to trotting and enjoying walks again.
- •Post-orthopaedic surgery rehab is a recurring use case (TPLO, cruciate surgery, Achilles tendon repair), including ongoing support through complications such as infection, failed repair, implant removal, and use of an orthotic brace.
- •Multiple reviews highlight individualised plans and practical coaching, including advice that led owners to make changes at home and adjustments to session types (switching between underwater treadmill and swimming depending on what the dog tolerated best).
- •A consistent point in reviews is patient handling and confidence-building, particularly with dogs nervous around water.
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Reviews for North Paws Rehabilitation Referrals
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 20 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
Hannah Cusack
6 months ago
Very specific care of my dogs condition throughout. They were all also very patient with him as he began very afraid of the water and not can’t wait to go for his swims. He’s made such an improvement since being with them. Can’t thank them enough, particularly Rhiannon and Claire.
George Gill
6 months ago
Tony
7 months ago
The team at North Paws Rehab are amazing. They have worked wonders on our old lab through a combination of laser treatment and hydrotherapy. They know their stuff, and clearly love the dogs too! Thanks!
Lucy Westley
7 months ago
North Paws have revitalised my dog. I originally contacted them for Hydrotherapy but the laser therapy has been a game changer. He has gone from an 'old' dog plodding and shufflying around to a dog that now trots and loves his walks again. The staff are knowledgeable and realistic and balance the dogs health with the financial impact. I HIGHLY recommend North Paws!
Lucy Westley
4 months ago
North Paws have revitalised my dog. I originally contacted them for Hydrotherapy but the laser therapy has been a game changer. He has gone from an 'old' dog plodding and shufflying around to a dog that now trots and loves his walks again. The staff are knowledgeable and realistic and balance the dogs health with the financial impact. I HIGHLY recommend North Paws!
Iain Blair
8 months ago
I have a wonderful 13 year old springer and she has been showing signs of arthritis and joint issues. Like many owners her health and wellbeing is my top priority. My vet referred us to North Paws and I am so glad I found them. From the first meeting and assessment I had great confidence they were a good fit for my dog and myself. Great knowledge, professionalism, capability and care. I am realistic about the challenges ahead but through North Paws approach I have a great deal of confidence that she is in the best of hands. We are early into the treatment plan, but the signs are very encouraging. I expect that North Paws will be a regular and important part of our future. In addition to the direct treatment I have made many changes to our home and routine on their advice. All of this focused on improving and maintaining my dog’s wellness and quality of life. My dog took a real liking to Natalie, one of the experienced team and I am very pleased she is able to take the lead in her treatment. I highly recommend North Paws both for your pets and their owners!
Iain Blair
5 months ago
I have a wonderful 13 year old springer and she has been showing signs of arthritis and joint issues. Like many owners her health and wellbeing is my top priority. My vet referred us to North Paws and I am so glad I found them. From the first meeting and assessment I had great confidence they were a good fit for my dog and myself. Great knowledge, professionalism, capability and care. I am realistic about the challenges ahead but through North Paws approach I have a great deal of confidence that she is in the best of hands. We are early into the treatment plan, but the signs are very encouraging. I expect that North Paws will be a regular and important part of our future. In addition to the direct treatment I have made many changes to our home and routine on their advice. All of this focused on improving and maintaining my dog’s wellness and quality of life. My dog took a real liking to Natalie, one of the experienced team and I am very pleased she is able to take the lead in her treatment. I highly recommend North Paws both for your pets and their owners!
Ross Harrison
5 months ago
Absolutely fantastic, our dog has had prehab before a TPLO and rehab after and couldn’t be happier, everyone has been superb for Rodger every step of the way 😁👍
jayne adam
a year ago
I really cannot recommend North Paws enough. I met Natalie and her team a year ago when looking for laser treatment for my Bernese Mountain Dog, Poppy, following cruciate surgery. Poppy had hurt herself so went along for treatment. As soon as Natalie saw Poppy, she recommended we went back to our vets as she thought there was something else going on. Fast forward a month and we had the diagnosis that her Achilles tendon was damaged and needed surgical repair. The past year has been hard for Poppy following the surgery, as her leg got infected and the repair failed, resulting in the implant being removed and her being fitted with an orthotic brace. Throughout all this, Natalie has been there for us all and I truly believe we’d have lost Poppy if it wasn’t for her. The laser treatment is outstanding, the advice and emotional support is second to none. Poppy is finally doing well is now able to do two swim sessions a week, alongside her laser treatments, and it’s all down to North Paws……thank you from the bottom of our hearts
Caroline Olive
a year ago
I have been taking my 11 and 12 year old pups for the last 5 months. Main issue was to improve older dogs mobility as he had been struggling, despite monthly jabs at vets. He started on underwater treadmill but when he realised his sister was getting to swim and he preferred that we changed. In Dec we started laser therapy as well and all I can say is wow! From a dog who plodded and was not enjoying walks the way he used to we now have a mischievous nearly 13 year old and a dog who is happy with life. We’ve dropped to fortnightly swims and laser just as maintenance but they both love it x
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