
The missing link between physio appointments
Vicki Fox
Canine Stretch & Flow was born from experience — not theory.
From the day her Border Collie came home, Vicki started incorporating body conditioning and movement awareness into his daily life. Nothing extreme. Nothing rushed. Just consistent, thoughtful movement.
Years later, the difference is impossible to ignore.
When compared to dogs of a similar age, her Border Collie moves with:
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noticeably better body awareness
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smoother transitions
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improved balance
That early exposure to correct movement shaped the way Vicki began to truly see how dogs use their bodies — and how much of a difference guidance and consistency can make.
Learning the Hard Way
While that journey showed what was possible, Vicki’s other dogs taught her something equally important.
She has personally experienced:
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dogs living with pain
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the relief and progress physio can bring
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and how quickly that progress can fade when exercises aren’t continued correctly at home
Despite the best intentions, life gets busy. Exercises feel hard to replicate. Dogs don’t always cooperate. And before you realise it, you’re behind again.
That frustration — caring deeply, yet feeling stuck — is something Vicki understands first-hand.
Seeing the Gap
Over time, a clear pattern emerged:
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Physio works.
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Movement matters.
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But without support between sessions, progress is fragile.
This realisation is what shaped Canine Stretch & Flow.
Not as a replacement for physiotherapy.
Not as performance training.
But as the step in between.
Putting It Into Practice
Currently, Vicki is working closely with two dogs (not her own) who initially:
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struggled to walk
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frequently stumbled or tumbled over
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would sit or stop rather than continue moving
Through regular physiotherapy visits, combined with ongoing movement support and home-based guidance, these dogs have:
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regained noticeable mobility
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improved confidence in movement
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and rediscovered the joy of walking with their owner
Watching these dogs move more freely again — and seeing their owners regain hope — is what reinforces the value of this work every single day.
Continued Learning & Professional Development
To support her practical experience, Vicki is currently furthering her education through advanced training with Dr Tanya Gratham, focusing on:
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canine massage
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gait analysis
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recognising and understanding pain in dogs
This ongoing training allows her to better interpret how dogs move, where they compensate, and how to support them safely and thoughtfully.
Vicki’s Approach
Vicki’s work is guided by a few simple beliefs:
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Movement quality comes before strength
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Calm cooperation beats force or restraint
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Owners need clarity, not pressure
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Progress happens through consistency, not perfection
Every dog is met where they are, and every owner is supported in a way that fits real life.
Why This Matters
Canine Stretch & Flow exists because:
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dogs shouldn’t have to struggle quietly
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owners shouldn’t feel like they’re failing
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and progress shouldn’t disappear between appointments
This work is about protecting movement, restoring confidence, and helping dogs — and their people — enjoy life together again.
Not physio. Not conditioning. The step in between.


