ACPAT - The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy

12/08/2026

Due to the popular uptake of the September course, we are pleased to announce that Lucy Mills, ACPAT Physio has kindly offered to run another course in November!

The course will be delivered in two-parts. Firstly, a 2-hour webinar on 15th October at 19.30 and a practical workshop on Sunday 15th November 10.00am - 14.00pm at Charismatic Pets in Warminster.

Please ensure that you can commit to both dates before booking on this course!
There are only 12 spaces so book now to avoid disappointment!

Course Content:
During the course, Lucy will introduce the principles of canine conditioning for clinical practice, including force-free exercise interventions, practical techniques for teaching and performing exercises, and appropriate progressions and regressions.

The session will also explore adapting conditioning programmes for nervous or over-aroused dogs, the fundamentals of exercise prescription, and practical equipment considerations to support safe and effective implementation.

Presenter: Lucy Mills. Chartered physiotherapist MSc, BSc, ACPAT A.
Following completion of a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy at Cardiff University in 2016, Lucy initially completed junior NHS rotations in MSK, respiratory and rehab specialities before securing a senior role in outpatient MSK. She went on to complete an MSc in Veterinary Physiotherapy at Hartpury University in 2023, where her dissertation investigated the effects of canine conditioning exercises on weight bearing.

Lucy gained clinical experience at Smart Veterinary Referrals, specialising in chronic pain management and sports medicine, before leading a rehabilitation service at Rosemary Lodge Hospital, a veterinary referral hospital, where she worked predominantly with post-operative orthopaedic patients. She now runs her own veterinary physiotherapy clinic on the outskirts of Bath, treating a diverse caseload of companion, working, and sporting dogs. Her rehabilitation approach places exercise-based medicine at the centre of treatment, using targeted conditioning programmes to improve function, performance, and long-term musculoskeletal health.

Living with a rescue dog sparked Lucy's particular interest in force-free conditioning and cooperative care, shaping her approach to exercise prescription for dogs of all temperaments and abilities.

05/08/2026

Looking for a new way to expand your business? Equilibrium Products are encouraging ACPAT members to join their Professional Ambassador Scheme. Access discounts, gain commission and be a part of a growing community dedicated to animal welfare.

Please email [email protected] to find out more!

01/08/2026

📣ACPAT SEMINAR 2026📣

🐤 FINAL DAY FOR EARLY BIRD BOOKING! 🐤

Book today until midnight to secure your place at the best prices!

30% discount for members!

This offer will run until midnight tonight, so don’t miss out - get booking now!

📍 Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa, CV32 6RN

📅 Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September

All bookings to be made at https://acpat.org/events/127/acpat_seminar_2026

30/07/2026

📣ACPAT SEMINAR 2026📣

🐤 2 DAYS LEFT FOR EARLY BIRD BOOKING! 🐤

Book anytime between now and 1st August to secure your place at the best prices!

30% discount for members!

This offer will run until 1st August, so don’t miss out - get booking now!

📍 Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa, CV32 6RN

📅 Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September

All bookings to be made at https://acpat.org/events/127/acpat_seminar_2026

25/07/2026

📣ACPAT SEMINAR 2026📣

🐤 7 DAYS LEFT FOR EARLY BIRD BOOKING! 🐤

Book anytime between now and 1st August to secure your place at the best prices!

30% discount for members!

This offer will run until 1st August, so don’t miss out - get booking now!

📍 Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa, CV32 6RN

📅 Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th September

All bookings to be made at https://acpat.org/events/127/acpat_seminar_2026

24/07/2026

16/07/2026

📣🐶ACPAT Seminar 2026. Earlybird Tickets🐴📣

A great line up of speakers across 2 whole days of excellent quality in person CPD at Woodland Grange, Leamington Spa.

19th September: Small Animal Day- Canine Neurology

20th September: Equine Day- Thoracic/Thoracolumbar Spine.

Early Bird tickets available now- Members save 30%. Non- members also welcome and save 20% on their standard price before 1st Aug.

Don't forget to book Sat 19th Dinner- fabulous 3 course meal and guest speaker

For all info and speaker topics visit the website.

BOOK NOW: https://acpat.org/events/127/acpat_seminar_2026

14/07/2026

📣Seminar Speaker📣

🐴Equine Speaker🐴

Mark Fisher .RVM, MS, MSF, MHM, Master Saddler. Master Saddle Fitter

Mark concluded his 22-year military career in 2004 as the Master Saddler for the King's Troop RHA. Prior to his military service, he was shortlisted for the National Young Riders Event Squad and achieved recognition as the Pony Club National Eventing Champion in 1980.

As a Qualified Master Saddler, Master Saddle Fitter, and Master Harness Maker, Mark frequently lectures and assesses on behalf of the Society of Master Saddlers.

He collaborates with the British Equestrian Federation on the World Class Programme, providing support across all Olympic and Paralympic disciplines. Furthermore, he manages the Pliance saddle pressure mapping system within a research team and has co-authored over 30 scientific papers published in the field of saddlery research.

Mark has also served internationally as a trainer with World Horse Welfare, focusing on improving the welfare of working horses in developing countries. He was appointed the official Master Saddler for the London 2012 Olympics and accompanied the Team GBR Paralympic team to Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, and Paris 2024.

Title - Practical approaches to Saddle Fit - Influences on the Thoracic Spine.

https://acpat.org/events/127/acpat_seminar_2026

13/07/2026

📣Seminar Speaker📣

🐴Equine Speaker🐴

Robyn Dunn. BSc(Hons) Physio, PgDp Vet Physio, MCSP, ACPAT A, RAMP. Chartered Physiotherapist.

Robyn Dunn is a Chartered Physiotherapist and Veterinary Physiotherapist with a specialist interest in rider performance.

Robyn qualified as a Human Physiotherapist from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2011 before going on to complete her Veterinary Physiotherapy training at the University of the West of England, Hartpury.

Following graduation, Robyn established Outline Physio, a physiotherapy practice dedicated to supporting both horses and riders. Her clinical work centres around rider biomechanics, performance, injury prevention and the physical demands of equestrian sport, with a particular focus on how rider function can influence the horse-rider combination.

Robyn has extensive experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, alongside strength and conditioning coaches, sports psychologists, coaches, vets, farriers and wider athlete support staff in both pathway and high-performance environments.

She has been the Lead Physiotherapist for the Horse Scotland Athlete Development Pathway since 2014, supporting Scottish riders as they progress towards national and international competition. Robyn is also a Physiotherapist within the British Equestrian World Class Programme.

Alongside her rider-focused work, Robyn is a British Equestrian Para Classifier and an FEI Permitted Equine Therapist. She has spent the past 10 years supporting the British Endurance Team at multiple World and European Championships.'

Title - Managing the Rider as an Athlete: Assessment, Profiling and Performance Strategies.

13/07/2026

We are very excited to announce this amazing course delivered by Lucy Mills, ACPAT Physio.

The course will be delivered in two-parts. Firstly, a 2-hour webinar on 6th August at 19.30 and a practical workshop on Sunday 6th September 10.00am - 14.00pm at Charismatic Pets in Warminster. Please ensure that you can commit to both dates before booking on this course!

There are only 12 spaces so book now to avoid disappointment!

Course Content:

During the course, Lucy will introduce the principles of canine conditioning for clinical practice, including force-free exercise interventions, practical techniques for teaching and performing exercises, and appropriate progressions and regressions.

The session will also explore adapting conditioning programmes for nervous or over-aroused dogs, the fundamentals of exercise prescription, and practical equipment considerations to support safe and effective implementation.

Presenter: Lucy Mills. Chartered physiotherapist MSc, BSc, ACPAT A.

https://acpat.org/events/129/canine_conditioning_for_clinical_practice