We are PeRiHab!

We are an independent, family owned, Vet-led Peripatetic (Mobile) Canine Rehabilitation service, operating from Yapton, in the Arun District of West Sussex.

What do we offer?

We offer a bespoke, personalised, home-based service in the following fields:

  • Canine Rehabilitation, eg after surgery and sports injuries (but not restricted to dogs only!)

    • Manual techniques, such as canine massage, trigger point release, joint mobilisations, myofascial release

    • LASER treatment (also called photo-biomodulation or PBM), using the most modern, powerful and sophisticated class IV therapeutic LASER available on the market

    • Therapeutic ultrasound

    • TENS / NMES (Trans-cutanuous electric nerve stimulation / neuro-muscular electrical stimulation) treatments

  • Pain management, both acute (short-term) and chronic (long-term)

  • Osteo-arthritis treatment and management

  • Western veterinary acupuncture

  • Western veterinary herbal medicine

We offer home visits, several days per week, on a private appointment only basis, within a large radius (with certain limitations based on location / driving distance), in West-Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire.

Working on referral basis.

We work mostly on a referral basis, meaning you need a referral from your regular primary care veterinary surgeon / practice. We have an on-line facility for your vet to fill out forms / give permission to treat your pet.

We will also ask for a recent clinical history, to be fully aware of your pet’s health. Your first opinion vet will remain responsible for ongoing treatments for your pet, long-term drug prescriptions and out-of-hour care.

 

Integrated treatment plan.

We offer a full assessment and integrated treatment plan.This means that we often look at the animal as a whole and make a plan accordingly.

We offer a full orthopaedic, neurological and a specific rehabilitation-based examination, as well as an assessment of your companion’s health, lifestyle and environment, leading to a full clinical diagnosis (in most cases), which allows us to recommend an integrated treatment plan, as well as design a bespoke and personal Home Exercise Programme (if appropriate). Afterwards, a report will normally be produced within 24-48 hours, and follow-up appointments made if needed.

Quality.

We offer the best quality treatments in the comfort of your own home, to reduce the time, cost and stress of travelling to a vet practice, or another treatment centre.

Your pet will be more relaxed and happier to have the examinations and treatments performed at their familiar environment.

 

Collaboration.

We try to work closely with your primary care veterinary surgeon and see ourselves as an extension of their practice team. We have special arrangements with various local veterinary practices for any possible further investigations and examinations, which may include radiographs or CT/MRI scans, as well as advanced treatments such as surgery, stem cell treatments and joint injections, in selected cases. We can also refer you to specifically selected hydrotherapy centres, staffed by highly qualified and experienced therapists.

Move to Improve

Latest NEWS!

 

Librela: Panacea or just another tool?

What is Librela? How does it work? What dog would or would not be a good candidate for the use of Librela? Is Librela actually a universal remedy or just another tool in the toolbox?

To find out more, please visit our blog!

NEW BLOG. We are delighted to share lots of interesting and useful scientifically-based articles on different and VERY hot subjects…. So how much of exercise puppies should get? What about your dog’s dew claws, are they really necessary? What harness is best for your dog? All the articles are based on scientific research, they are approved and written by vets. Please, check them out by clicking the link below:

 

A flash of light.

We have recently started using a brand-new Class 4 Laser, called the K-Laser Cube Performance 30. This is the most powerful, most modern, most intelligent, quickest and deepest penetrating, yet the safest Laser machine on the market in the world today! That means that we will be able to treat even the deepest joints, like for instance the hip joints, and other deep structures in your pet, quickly and safely. Like all Cube 4 Lasers, it emits 4 different wavelengths of light, often at the same time, and has a maximum power of 30W, which means it can treat many different conditions in a very short time. It has lots of ‘pre-sets’, making its daily use easy and quick, yet all parameters are individually adjustable, making it super versatile.

Not all lasers are equal.

Beware that not all Lasers are the same! Many other Lasers have much less penetration, or biological effect, due to limitations in either their power output, or their wavelengths and frequencies used. On top of that, some ‘Lasers’ aren’t Lasers at all, but merely red-light LED machines, or simple red-light ‘pens’. These have little to no effect at all on your pet! We have intentionally invested heavily in the best possible Laser machine, so that we can guarantee a clearly demonstrable beneficial effect on your pet, our patient.

Why not contact us today to make an appointment for Laser treatment for your pet. Or ask us about it, when we visit you for an assessment or treatment.

Our Friends

Testimonials

  • Experts

    “I have kept pets for over fifty years now, and have yet to meet another vet that has Pete’s knowledge, skills, empathy, compassion and expertise in getting the important information across to the pet owner in simple, laymen’s terms when needed”.

    -Lesley, RVN

  • Exceptional

    “I had the pleasure of working with Peter for over 10 years before moving to Canada and if I was still living in UK I would still want to be working with him now. I trusted Peter to be the vet for my own pets as the care & attention to his patients is exceptional. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for a kind & compassionate vet or a rehabilitation therapist”.

    -Samantha, RHT

  • Caring

    “They are hugely knowledgeable, personable and caring and I am so excited for the pet world in Godalming that this service is opening up”.

    -Amy, MRCVS. Founder of ‘Pinpoint Veterinary Care’

  • Knowledge

    “None of us like injuries to occur, but when they do Pete is my go to rehab vet. His in-depth knowledge of sporting activities and injuries mean he is fully aware of the specific pressures put on a sporting dog. He has been able to diagnose the precise injury suffered which other vets have struggled to pinpoint. He then provides me with a specific and targeted rehab plan to work through. He has then continued to give support by answering my never ending list of questions and provide progress checks if required along the rehab journey”.

    -Nicola & Egg

  • Supportive

    “Peter has always had a great eye with my dogs and supported me beyond, over and above what would ever have been expected. Initially we met through agility and Team GB and since then he has always been supportive and kind in every way possible. He always goes the extra mile and I have always valued his opinion and expert input with my sports dogs. I would happily recommend Peter in all aspects of vet care and animal rehabilitation and I hope many dogs and animals get to experience his teams cares and expertise”.

    -Lauren from ‘AbsoluteDOGS’

  • Thorough

    “I used to work side by side with Pete, and I admire how thorough he is and how much he cares for his patients and clients. He practises veterinary science based rehabilitation and he always puts his patients’ welfare first. I’ve now moved to Spain and I’ve trusted all my UK patients (pets, agility dogs and working dogs) to him because I know they are in the best hands possible. And he will go the extra mile for their care. I highly recommend Rimante and Pete to look after your beloved pet.”

    -Javier Gil-Martinez, MRCVS. Rehab Vet

  • Willing and kind

    ‘From the moment you first came to our house to assess and treat Flora, we felt happy that she was in the most caring, capable and professional hands. Your personal kindness and willingness to spend time explaining everything you felt would benefit Flora and helping us understand the requirements of her anatomy, were so much appreciated. It was special that Flora quickly built up a trusting relationship with you and we could see how much you cared about her and her well-being.’

    -Elizabeth & Peter & Flora

  • Making a difference

    ‘Pete and Rimante have made the most enormous difference to our lovely 11 year old collie, Scamp, who was in significant pain and had lost his joy. After just 3 home visits during which Pete and Rimante gave him K-Laser and acupuncture treatments, Scamp is loving life again and seems pain-free and years younger. Pete and Rimante bring with them a wealth of expertise, love and care, make a full assessment before they begin and explain everything they do, being incredibly generous with their time, kindness and wisdom. I cannot recommend them highly enough and am so delighted I have been fortunate enough to find them.’

    -Rosemary & Scamp

  • Brilliant

    ‘I can’t recommend Pete and Rimante enough. They are brilliant at what they do and genuinely care and want to do the very best for your pets. I trust them 100% with my dog.’

    -Toni & Zeta

  • Great to get a correct diagnosis

    ‘I would 100% recommend both of these lovely people, my dog was wrongly diagnosed for 6 months and Pete came highly recommended. As soon as I met Pete and we put a plan together and correct diagnoses, things started to improve, I won't take my dog anywhere else.’

    -Ashley & Doc

  • 100%

    ‘100% trust in everything Pete and Rimante do and say. Amazing with all of my dogs that have a variety of post surgery, post injury and general conditioning needs. Don't even look anywhere else they are all you need. Thank you both so much.’

    -Jo & Dexter & Alan & Beanz

  • Friendly and confident

    ‘I can’t recommend Pete and Rimante highly enough!!

    Their professional and friendly approach backed up with so much knowledge and experience made us feel completely confident with all of the treatment for our dog Minnie.

    They spend plenty of time getting to know both you and your dog and explain everything that is happening, the treatment options and rehab exercises.

    The treatment also being carried out in our own home was not only convenient for us but also made Minnie feel more relaxed.

    Thanks so much guys !’

    -Di & Michael & Minnie & Peggy & George

  • Holistic approach

    ‘These guys are amazing! I can recommend them 100%. They are knowledgeable and patient, providing a holistic approach to my doggie's health. They use pharmacological and non pharmacological treatments, recommend home adaptations and draw up a plan for home exercises as well.

    Pete and Rimante, thanks again for coming to our home and helping us with Jango!!!’

    -Jessie & Jango

  • Loveliest vets

    “I was first recommended to see Pete with my dog, back in 2015. I have been taking my dogs ever since! Pete and Rimante are two of the loveliest vets you will ever meet and their knowledge is second to none!”

    -Lucy & Cleo & Bella & Mia & Ziggy

Get in touch today.

PeRiHab works on a collaborative basis with your primary care vet. This enables us to work together as a team and provide the best outcome for your beloved companion.

We travel to various locations throughout the week within the South East. To find out more about our services or to book an appointment, please contact us today.

We offer a limited service during ‘working hours’ only. In case of an emergency, please contact your primary care veterinary surgeon.