Charlie's Canine Hydrotherapy Clinic: Meet the Team
Meet Charlie
Charlie is a red cattle dog born in 2019, and he was diagnosed with hip dysplasia a couple of months before his 6th birthday in late 2025.
Knowing that hydrotherapy for dogs is the best form of therapy for this condition, I searched for the closest service only to find that it was at least an hour drive one way, and the open hours wouldn’t work with my full-time job.
Although Charlie loves car rides, my little rage monster does not like unfamiliar people. With all of this in mind and understanding that he would need ongoing hydrotherapy as he ages, I decided to purchase an underwater treadmill for home use.
When I mentioned my underwater treadmill purchase to Dr. Dan, one of the many amazing vets helping Charlie, he asked, "Where will you run the business out of?" Without thinking, I replied, "I can’t run it from my place because I’m currently renting." Dr. Dan then offered to rent a room at the surgery. Fast forward 5 months—Charlie’s Canine Hydrotherapy Clinic Pty Ltd was born.
Charlie is my world, and I understand the value of quality care needed for these special members of our family. Charlie and I have built Charlie’s Canine Hydrotherapy Clinic to offer you and your fur-family members the same love and care I have for my boy during their times of need.
While Charlie is part of the team, he won't be at the clinic unless he is having his own treatments.
Meet Kate
Hi, I’m Kate, the director and founder of Charlie’s Canine Hydrotherapy Clinic.
My background is in human care and wellbeing—I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work, and I currently work full-time supporting children with mild to moderate mental health challenges.
Supporting others has always been at the heart of what I do, but my journey into canine rehabilitation became deeply personal when my boy, Charlie, was diagnosed with hip dysplasia.
Like so many owners, I was worried about his future—his comfort, his mobility, and the life he would be able to live. I wanted to do everything I could to help him, which led me to explore hydrotherapy and remedial massage. What I didn’t expect was just how powerful those therapies would be.
As I began studying and training in canine hydrotherapy and remedial massage, Charlie naturally became part of that journey. While practicing and learning, I started to notice changes in him that genuinely amazed me—he began moving more freely, building strength, and most importantly, seemed happier and more like himself again. Seeing those improvements firsthand, not just as an owner but as someone developing these skills, was incredibly powerful and deeply motivating.
I am now a qualified Canine Hydrotherapist and am currently completing my certification in Canine Remedial Massage. I am also a registered ACRA Practitioner Member, and I’m proud to be growing the clinic with a new team member who is currently undertaking their training.
I understand firsthand how much it means to see your dog comfortable, confident, and enjoying life. That understanding shapes every session I offer. I take a calm, patient, and compassionate approach, creating a safe space where each dog is supported at their own pace.
This work is more than just a profession to me—it’s personal. Charlie’s journey is the reason this clinic exists, and it’s what continues to inspire me every day to help other dogs feel better, move better, and live the lives they deserve.
Because every dog deserves the chance Charlie has.
New member coming soon!
We have a trainee currently completing their Hydrotherapy qualification.
Watch this space for their profile in the future.
