About Active Paws

Here is all the information you need to know your animal is in safe hands.

Mobile Veterinary Physiotherapist

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Registered Veterinary Nurse

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Who We Are

At Active Paws Physio we believe that every animal deserves to feel comfortable and full of life. The business is led by Natasha Barnes, a qualified and experienced veterinary physiotherapist and registered veterinary nurse who is approved by the Register of Animal Musculoskeletal Practitioners (RAMP) and holds an advanced diploma in small‑animal physiotherapy.

Natasha combines clinical expertise with compassion, creating a nurturing environment for dogs and other small pets. Whether your companion is an arthritic senior, a canine athlete recovering from surgery or a puppy in need of fitness coaching, you will always receive a friendly and professional service.

Our practice is based in Hemel Hempstead and we serve clients across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. Home visits are available for pets that cannot travel comfortably.

We work closely with your vet to ensure all treatments are safe and effective.

Our Treatments

What we treat (typical cases)

Arthritis & age-related stiffness

Post-operative rehab (e.g., cruciate/TPLO, fracture, soft-tissue repairs)

Hip & elbow dysplasia

Back/neck discomfort, IVDD (under vet guidance)

Sports/working dogs – performance, injury prevention, conditioning

Weight management & confidence building through structured exercise

Our Treatments

At Active Paws, we understand your pain points and here is what we know:

Your pet is limping, stiff, or slowing down, and you’re unsure what helps (or what might make it worse)

Pain meds help, but your companion wants more movement and confidence, not just masking discomfort

You’re busy, so you need clear guidance and exercises you can actually do at home

You want reassurance that treatment is professional, safe, and aligned with your vet’s advice

Our Treatments

How your pets journey works:

Referral & pre-visit info - We obtain vet consent and review your pet’s history
First assessment (60–90 min) - Gait observation, gentle palpation, range-of-motion tests, and baseline measures
Your tailored plan - You’ll get a clear, step-by-step home-exercise sheet (with simple demos) and therapy schedule
Focused follow-ups (30–45 min) - We progress exercises, use the right modalities at the right time, and keep your vet updated
Track progress - Short check-ins to adjust difficulty and celebrate wins you can see with mobility, confidence, stamina

Our Treatments

More Reviews

“Post-op IVDD is scary. The step-by-step neuro rehab plan (paw placement, surfaces, short goals) gave us confidence. Weekly tele-check kept us on track. We went from assisted standing to steady indoor walking in a month."

Poppy, Hemel Hempstead

"Our agility dog was losing speed on turns. The performance screen spotted a small asymmetry, then conditioning drills fixed it. Back competing—clean runs and no soreness next day."

Novia, Harpenden

"I highly recommend Natasha and Active Paws Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation to anyone with a dog who's struggling with movement. Always kind, always professional, Natasha has the biggest heart and will do her utmost to help.”

Hilary, Google Review