We provide online canine CPD and resources for therapists, to advance clinical skills and optimise the mobility of dogs.
K9HS Courses empowers therapists at every stage of their career journey.
Barbara Houlding is proud to belong to these professional organisations
Who we are
We are an elite team of passionate physiotherapists and specialist hydrotherapists, looking to make complex topics and training more accessible through online training.
Watching Blue Planet and listening to David Attenborough’s eloquent words, whilst seeing a sloth swim across the water to find his future mate in high-definition detail, inspired an incredible “a-ha” moment. How could we bring this immersive learning experience to canine physiotherapy and hydrotherapy?
The music, visuals and inspirational “story telling” took the watcher on a learning journey which was totally absorbing and gripping! We have evolved our course format to share clinical skills in a factual and heartfelt way. Whilst we are not David Attenborough or have a BBC budget, we produce learning opportunites specifically for you.
We’re a small team of dog-loving humans, bringing you an online experience unlike any you have taken before. Our K9 Therapy Hub and CPD courses support progression and clinical skill advancement, as your success is our goal.
What others are saying
“Barbara ran an exceptional workshop here in New Zealand for a group of our Veterinary Physiotherapists from NZAVPA (the New Zealand Animal and Veterinary Physiotherapy Association). She overflows with her anatomical, functional biomechanical and neuromotor knowledge, her vast wealth of experience and contagious enthusiasm whilst always making sure the animal’s welfare and best interest is at the centre of all that she does, whether that’s teaching or in her own practice.
We experienced some very positive and deeply emotionally charged connections and interactions with our demo dogs as Barbara taught us her canine Therapeutic Handling techniques. We hope she comes back to New Zealand again soon!”
Sarah Cruickshank, MScVetPhys, BHSc (Physiotherapy), MPNZ, ACPAT Cat A (Overseas), MCSP, HCPC, Chair NZAVPA, Director Vetphysio Ltd & VSA Physio, Principal Veterinary Physiotherapist.
benefits of Learning with K9HS Courses
We offer you a range of free resources, free and “at cost” online refresher courses and an innovative membership site with the same low monthly fee for the last 5 years. This is to support and progress clinical skills, plus empower you to advance and provide the best service to the dogs in your professional care.
Online learning offers the flexibility of when to study and gives the freedom to learn anywhere, so career advancement has never been more convenient. Therapists can fit study around busy schedules, with no extra costs for travel, plus choose their own pace.
This supports an ethical philosophy of improving canine services and promoting positive global interactions between therapists, all at affordable prices.
Meet Barbara Houlding
As an accredited clinical educator, I help therapists progress their canine clinical skills.
My vision is to provide support and find solutions for growth and success in the canine therapy sector. Whether new to this industry or an experienced therapist, K9HS Courses empowers you to shape your own canine career journey.
“I believe in working with each dog and their consent, to improve their mobility and lives.”
