Passionate about hAPPY, hEALTHY dogs

Whether new to the industry, or your an experienced therapist, we’re delighted to be a part of your career journey and empower you to achieve your goals.

Our professional commitment

We highly value your feedback and evolve our courses and K9 Therapy Hub based on your input. We’re excited about the launch of our new courses and live events, providing you with a more engaged and personalised experience. Also we provide access to the Tutorial and Hub Centre Hour replays so you don’t miss out. 

Meet Barbara Houlding

I am passionate about actively supporting therapists on their career journey and empowering each therapist to advance their skills. My vision is to offer inclusive high quality CPD and courses within a friendly community, and promote the very best healthcare for the wonderful dogs in our professional care.

IRVAP Conference
  • Designed, taught and examined the canine component of the ACPAT Core Knowledge and Skills course
  • First UK Accredited Clinical Educator in veterinary physiotherapy (awarded by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
  • Accredited Clinical Educator, lecturer, assistant examiner at the Royal Veterinary College on their Postgraduate Masters in Veterinary Physiotherapy
  • Co-Course Director for the Nottingham Veterinary School’s Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert level 7) in Small Animal Rehabilitation
  • International speaker in canine physiotherapy, rehabilitation and hydrotherapy
  • Presented with the Canine Hydrotherapy Association (CHA) Award in 2017 for outstanding services to the UK hydrotherapy industry
  • Chartered Physiotherapist and Veterinary Physiotherapist with over 40 years clinical experience
  • Current Chair of the Institute of Registered Veterinary and Animal Physiotherapists (IRVAP)

Barbara Houlding is proud to belong to these professional organisations