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| Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy is owned and managed by Sarah Hughes who has over thirty years experience of handling and owning dogs. She is a fully qualified Small Animal Hydrotherapise, with nearly 12 years of practical experience. Sarah currently has an English Springer Spaniel, Sheba, aged 12 years and a small flock of Jacob Sheep. |  |
| The introduction to canine hydrotherapy arose when, at the age of six months, Sheba became lame on her left hindlimb. She was x-rayed and was diagnosed with Legg-Calve Perthes disease in her left hip joint. The condition was caused by an impaired blood supply to the femoral head of the femur. Sheba underwent orthopaedic surgery to remove the damaged femoral head, an excision arthroplasty. |
| It was suggested that hydrotherapy would be the quickest and safest way to promote limb movement and regenerate the wasted muscle that occurred within a short time after the surgery. It was a difficult search to locate a local pool, the nearest being an hours drive from home. Sheba swam twice a week and made a terrific recovery. |
| In September 2006, Sheba had a total hip replacement on her right hindlimb, as it had become arthritic and painful. It was a difficult decision to make, but we are pleased with the success of the surgery and her subsequent recovery. Sheba still swims twice per week. She thoroughly enjoys her swims and looks forward to the next time. |
| Sarah saw the fantastic health and fitness benefits gained from hydrotherapy. She realised the need for a professionally run, high quality canine hydrotherapy facility in Staffordshire and developed the business from the start, designing and building a bespoke canine hydrotherapy pool. Sarah created Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy to serve the Midlands. |
| Sarah has the experience and knowledge to operate the canine hydrotherapy business to ensure Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy provides the very best treatments and care. |
| Sarah K L Hughes Cert ECBS, VTCT Dip LIII (A&P), Cert EGCBT, C&G Cert SAN, RCH, Cert HSA, RICHA |
| Professional Affiliations |
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| Health and Safety Certification |
| Animal First Aid | April 2002 | College of Animal Welfare |
| First Aid in Animal Care Refresher | February 2004 | Hawksmoor Training Centre |
| First Aid in Animal Care Refresher | March 2006 | Hawksmoor Training Centre |
| First Aid in Animal Care Refresher | April 2008 | Hawksmoor Training Centre |
| First Aid for Hydrotherapists & Canine Professionals | October 2010 | Greyfriars Training Centre |
| Canine First Aid Refresher Course | August 2011 | Whitehouse Training |
Industry Related Training and Continued Professional Development Practical Dog Swimming Training June 2000 - October 2001 Tomlinsons Hydrotherapy Leicester Practical Dog Swimming Training November 2002 Charlie Clarricoates - Charlie’s Dog Training Centre & Hydrotherapy Pool Tellington Touch Workshop November 2002 Sarah Fisher TTouch UK Practical Dog Swimming Training August 2003 Ray Phillips - Nottingham Canine Academy Introduction to the Musculoskeletal System and Conditions in Hydrotherapy June 2003 Hawksmoor Training Centre Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease seminar October 2003 The Bristol University School of Veterinary Science Animal Physiotherapy lecture January 2004 Rodbaston College Management of Medical Conditions in Hydrotherapy September 2004 Hawksmoor Training Centre Management of Medical Conditions in Hydrotherapy December 2004 ABC Awarding Body Consortium The Bowen Technique Mar 2005 – Dec 2005 European College of Bowen Studies Veterinary Canine Physiotherapy Conference September 2005 The Royal Veterinary College Canine Health and Nutrition February 2006 Hawksmoor Training Centre Osteoarthritis March 2006 Davies Veterinary Specialists Practical Physiotherapy for Hydrotherapy April 2006 ABC Awarding Body Consortium Diploma in Canine Bowen Technique Apr 2006 – Mar 2007 European Guild of Canine Bowen Therapists Level 3 Diploma in Anatomy and Physiology July 2006 Vocational Training Charitable Trust Understanding your Dog October 2006 Turid Rugaas - Sheila Harper Canine Education City & Guilds Certificate in Small Animal Nutrition Jul – Sep 2007 Hill’s Pet Nutrition Bishop Burton Agricultural College Advanced Surgical Techniques for Skeletal Condition April 2008 Hawksmoor Training Centre Understanding and Management of Arthritic Conditions in Hydrotherapy October 2008 Hawksmoor Training Centre The Complicated Hydrotherapy Patient February 2009 Hawksmoor Training Centre Spinal Conditions in the Dog November 2010 Hawksmoor Training Centre Pool Water Management December 2010 Greyfriars Training Centre Refresher - Hydrotherapy Theory, Contra-indications & Cautions December 2010 Greyfriars Training Centre 1. Hydrotherapy for Canine Athletes, Assistance and Working Dog. March 2011 NARCH Educational Seminar 1. Practical Proprioception Exercises and Techniques. 2. Humeral Condylar Fractures in Spaniels. 3. Exoctic Veterinary Denistry. 4. Treatment of Cruciate Disease. July 2011 NARCH Educational Seminar Level 3 Certificate in Hydrotherapy for Small Animals August 2011 Whitehouse Training The Spiritual Dog Trainer - Cultivating Energy October 2011 Rainbow Canine Therapies Functional Rehabilitation October 2011 Whitehouse Training Managing Pain October 2011 NARCH Canine Bowen Technique CPD October 2011 European Guild of Canine Bowen Therapists |
Layla Jane Lowndes - VN
| Layla, a fully qualified veterinary nurse, joined HCH in February 2009. She worked at a local veterinary practice as a head nurse before coming to HCH as a trainee canine hydrotherapist. She was shadow trained by Sarah for six months. She is studying for her Certificate in Hydrotherapy for Small Animals and is continuing her professional development. |
| Caring for Animals Level 2 | January 1999 | City & Guilds |
| Pet Nutritional Counsellor | April 1999 | Hill's Pet Nutrition |
| Veterinary Nurse | February 2003 | Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons |
| Functional Rehabilitation | October 2011 | Whitehouse Training |
| Managing Pain | October 2011 | NARCH |
| Sarah and Layla are dedicated to helping your dogs enjoy a full and active life, whether they are recovering from surgery, an injury, an illness or may be just needing to loose a little weight or to keep fit. |
| Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy is fully insured with public and animal liability and professional indemnity. |
| Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy is registered for emergency assistance with a local Veterinary Practice, Rogers, Brock and Barker. |
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