Highfield Canine Hydrotherapy is owned and managed by Sarah Hughes who has over thirty years experience of handling and owning dogs. Sarah currently has an English Springer Spaniel, Sheba, aged eight years.

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 VTCT Dip, Cert ECBS, Cert EGCBT

Professional Affiliations

Health and Safety Certification

Industry Related Training

Joanne, a qualified Veterinary Nurse, joined HCH in April 2006.  Joanne has recently qualified as a Canine Hydrotherapist.

Sarah and Joanne 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.