FP Animal Therapy Centre

We are delighted to introduce the dedicated professionals behind FP Animal Therapy. Our primary mission is to ensure dogs live pain free, comfortable lives, and we work with all breeds and backgrounds, embracing every behavioural challenge.

Flora Peratopoullos BSc(Hons) MNAVP, ICH, AHPR - Founder and Lead Therapist
Flora achieved First Class Honours in Veterinary Physiotherapy from Coventry University and is qualified in both Veterinary Physiotherapy and Canine Hydrotherapy. Alongside her clinical work, Flora serves as registrar on the AHPR board, contributing to the regulation of the veterinary physiotherapy profession.

Dr James Carrier BVSc PGDip(CVP) MRCVS- Veterinary Surgeon and Chronic Pain Specialist
James graduated from the University of Bristol Veterinary School in 2014 and holds a postgraduate diploma in Clinical Veterinary Practice. He leads our chronic pain and acupuncture services, working to enhance comfort, mobility, and overall wellbeing for animals living with long-term conditions.

Jay Hrycak MSc, PGCert, BSc (Hons), MMAA, AHPR, KCAI - McTimoney Veterinary Chiropractor
Jay is a qualified McTimoney Veterinary Chiropractor and teaches on the McTimoney MSc and MVetChiro programmes. Jay is passionate about taking a holistic approach towards the musculoskeletal health of our animals. She specialises in canine treatment, supporting rehabilitation of injuries and improving performance and longevity in working and sporting dogs.

May Yoram MSc VetPhys, L4 Hydrotherapist- Veterinary Physiotherapist and Canine Hydrotherapist
May specialises in evidence-based rehabilitation for orthopaedic, neurological, post-operative, and performance cases. She is committed to promoting recovery, preventing injuries, and upholding animal welfare through individually tailored treatment plans.

Sophie Noble PGDip VetPhys, L4 Hydrotherapist, MNAVP- Veterinary Physiotherapist and Canine Hydrotherapist
Sophie graduated from Harper Adams University and is a registered Veterinary Physiotherapist and Hydrotherapist. She brings extensive experience in rehabilitation and is passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for both dogs and their owners.

Very applicable to how we assess the dogs that come to us. Our key goal is pain free before embarking on more complex skills, hence why we always do physiotherapy sessions before hydrotherapy.

It’s hot, but don’t worry we have air con in the unit so we can keep your dog as cool as possible during treatments.

We also turn the heating down slightly on the pool and treadmill water (still within in a therapeutic level). We will also leave your dogs wet leaving their session so they stay as cool as possible for their journey home. Your dogs welfare is our priority.

How cute does Sam look 🦖

Sam has started coming to us for both physiotherapy and hydrotherapy. He recently started swimming and although it’s not his favourite thing yet, the power of chicken and lots of fuss helps him and he’s slowly coming round to the idea.

Did you know we offer acupuncture ❕

These sessions are performed by our lovely vet Dr James. He also does our pain clinics and has a wealth of knowledge and understanding.
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What it does:
- It can help to reduce pain
- Improves circulation
- Relaxes muscles and fascia
- Stimulates release of the the body’s own anti-inflammatories
- Stimulates the release of pain relieving endorphins
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It is especially useful for animals in chronic pain as it can help reset the nervous system by calming nerve activity and promoting natural healing. Acupuncture helps break the cycle of persistent pain and restore comfort and function.

It really helps arthritic dogs, dogs in chronic pain and those who we see with compensatory issues and patterns of tension. It is something we recommend regardless but we have found it especially useful for when physiotherapy is not enough.

If you’re interested in this service for your dog please contact us to book in or discuss further.
📧 [email protected]
📞 01327640675
👩‍💻 fpatc.co.uk

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This is beautiful Lola. We have been seeing Lola for some time, she’d been presenting with an on and off FL lameness. We weren’t happy she was making enough progress through just physiotherapy so we advised further help.

Through having a wonderful owner and vet team on board with our team, they operated on Lola due to tears in both biceps tendons. She is now looking fab and back to her normal self and activities. The value of having a great team that advocates for every dog they see is that dog can lead a happy and healthy life again.

💪🏼Signed off 💪🏼
Nahla came to us having injured her biceps brachii tendon in her shoulder. After multiple physiotherapy sessions she is back to full health and can go back to normal puppy silliness. Well done Nahla 💜

🌻This is beautiful Suki, she is nearly 17 years old. She comes to us for laser to keep her as mobile as possible.

We love seeing Suki and how cute does she look!!

Qualifications

When it comes to canine rehabilitation, the qualifications of the therapist are very important. A trained and qualified professional ensures that your dog receives safe and effective treatment tailored to their specific needs.

Why do qualifications matter?

Qualified therapists have undergone extensive training in modules such as: canine anatomy, Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy techniques and safe handling practices. This ensures that rehabilitation is carried out safely, reducing the risk of injury and promoting the best possible outcomes.

All reputable therapists should be registered with a recognised professional association. For example:
• Flora – IRVAP, AHPR, NAVP
• Jess – IRVAP (ICH)
• May – RAMP

Registration ensures that therapists adhere to professional standards, follow safe practices, and are committed to ongoing education. Registered therapists are required to complete mandatory Continuing Professional Development (CPD), ensuring they stay up to date with current research and best practices in canine rehabilitation.

If you feel that your dog would benefit from our services, please get in touch today🐾

📞 01327640675
🧑‍💻 fpatc.co.uk
📧 [email protected]