With Lucy Webb

BSc(Hons) RVN
MSc Clinical Animal Behaviour
Associate Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB) member of APBC

There are a multitude of reasons why animals are presented to physiotherapists. Some patients will be in top condition and looking to maintain that, others may have been compensating for a while and are a catalogue of misalignment and discomfort.

Whatever is happening physically for our patients, that’s only half the story. We must also consider the impact their behaviour has. Behaviour will influence how well we can perform an exam in the first place, and ultimately impact how good our assessment and rehab plan is. Being able to spot subtle signs of discomfort during an assessment will allow you to gain more information about your patient, allow for a better exam, and build trust from your patient and their caregiver to allow appropriate ongoing care, with reduced stress for all involved.

Lucy has been an RVN for 15 years and has worked with an increased behavioural focus over the last 10 years. She sees 121 behaviour cases alongside her nursing role. She primarily work with dogs and cats, but also supports smaller furries too.

Outside of work, Lucy enjoys spending time with family, supporting her local RSPCA and running. She has been fortunate enough to blend those last 2 together recently, currently raising funds for RSPCA Suffolk Central by running the London Marathon in April 2027.