ACPAT - The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy

ACPAT - The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy The Association Of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) is specialist clinical inter Animals, like people, respond to physiotherapy.

The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) is a Clinical Interest Group of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and represents the interests of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy. The purpose of physiotherapy is to restore and maintain mobility, function, independence and performance. ACPAT members are fully qualified Chartered Physiotherapists (MCSP's) who have also trained in physiotherapy and rehabilitation for animals.

ONLY 2 SPACES REMAINING šŸ“£Small Animal First Aid Course with ProTrainings.Ticket bookings have now been extended to Frida...
27/04/2026

ONLY 2 SPACES REMAINING šŸ“£

Small Animal First Aid Course with ProTrainings.

Ticket bookings have now been extended to Friday 1st May giving delegates one week to complete the required online learning before the revised date for the classroom training on Friday 8th May at the Herongate Club, Charnham Park, Hungerford, RG17 0YU.

Being trained in animal first aid offers many advantages for small animal physiotherapists and hydrotherapists.

Key benefits include:
• Increased Knowledge and Clinical Skills enabling therapists to manage emergency situations safely and with greater confidence. For example, if faced with an animal showing signs of cardiac or respiratory distress, an animal having a seizure, or simply an animal who presents to an appointment with a minor injury, but the pet carer requests guidance about how to deal with it.

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training providing therapists with the necessary tools needed to help keep an animal’s blood flowing and oxygen reaching their brain until support from a veterinarian can be reached.

• Improved Monitoring Skills enabling therapists to conduct basic health checks, assess vital signs (heart rate, pulse, breathing rate, gum colour), and be able to recognise early warning signs of deterioration. These skills support therapists to tailor sessions to their patient’s needs (e.g. when working with senior animals with complex health conditions or animals rehabilitating post-surgery).

• Enhanced Handling and Risk Management supporting therapists to safely handle, restrain, and transport injured or distressed animals, reducing the risk of further injury to the animal or bites/scratches to themselves.

• An expanded skill set demonstrating to pet carers that you prioritise animal welfare and you are prepared for dealing with an emergency situation. This can help give pet carers peace of mind that their animals are in safe, capable hands during rehabilitation sessions.

So, don't delay and secure your space today! More information regarding the course can be found on the ACPAT website.

To book you place, please book on the ACPAT website or contact the ACPAT Secretary via [email protected]

10/04/2026

Small Animal First Aid Course with ProTrainings.

Ticket bookings have now been extended to Friday 1st May giving delegates one week to complete the required online learning before the revised date for the classroom training on Friday 8th May at the Herongate Club, Charnham Park, Hungerford, RG17 0YU.


Being trained in animal first aid offers many advantages for small animal physiotherapists and hydrotherapists.

Key benefits include:
• Increased Knowledge and Clinical Skills enabling therapists to manage emergency situations safely and with greater confidence. For example, if faced with an animal showing signs of cardiac or respiratory distress, an animal having a seizure, or simply an animal who presents to an appointment with a minor injury, but the pet carer requests guidance about how to deal with it.

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Training providing therapists with the necessary tools needed to help keep an animal’s blood flowing and oxygen reaching their brain until support from a veterinarian can be reached.

• Improved Monitoring Skills enabling therapists to conduct basic health checks, assess vital signs (heart rate, pulse, breathing rate, gum colour), and be able to recognise early warning signs of deterioration. These skills support therapists to tailor sessions to their patient’s needs (e.g. when working with senior animals with complex health conditions or animals rehabilitating post-surgery).

• Enhanced Handling and Risk Management supporting therapists to safely handle, restrain, and transport injured or distressed animals, reducing the risk of further injury to the animal or bites/scratches to themselves.

• An expanded skill set demonstrating to pet carers that you prioritise animal welfare and you are prepared for dealing with an emergency situation. This can help give pet carers peace of mind that their animals are in safe, capable hands during rehabilitation sessions.

So, don't delay and secure your space today! More information regarding the course can be found on the ACPAT website.

To book you place, please book on the ACPAT website or contact the ACPAT Secretary via [email protected]

24/03/2026

Our committee member Rebecca Wyatt discussing all things Equine Physiotherapy in relation to musculoskeletal pain in horses.
Here she has been asked - what is the most common issue you see in horses you treat as a physiotherapist?🐓

Today is National Puppy Day! Post below all the gorgeous pictures of your puppies or puppies you have been treating! We ...
24/03/2026

Today is National Puppy Day!

Post below all the gorgeous pictures of your puppies or puppies you have been treating!

We would love to see them! 🐶

Member Julie Hewiston is doing a ā€œBitesizeā€ presentation as part of the online CAM (Canine Arthritis Management) Chronic...
09/03/2026

Member Julie Hewiston is doing a ā€œBitesizeā€ presentation as part of the online CAM (Canine Arthritis Management) Chronic Pain Symposium 24-26 April 2026.

The talk is titled ā€œThe Case For Laser Therapy - Turning Pain Down To Turn Function Upā€
(In the context of chronic pain management).

Julie has a number of complimentary tickets for the weekend symposium. If anyone would like a ticket please message Julie privately!

Here is the link for information about the weekend

Spotted in the latest edition of the Frontline Magazine! Please remember to be downloading veterinary journals! 🐓🐶
08/03/2026

Spotted in the latest edition of the Frontline Magazine!

Please remember to be downloading veterinary journals! 🐓🐶

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