Helping dogs move better, recover stronger and perform at their best
Clinical care, education and expertise for the modern canine world.
Emma Fretwell is an Animal Chiropractor, Rehabilitation Practitioner, Author, Educator and Speaker with over 25 years of experience working across canine health and movement.
From rehabilitation and performance support through to professional teaching, speaking and collaboration, Emma works with pet dogs, sports dogs and complex cases across the UK - combining hands-on clinical expertise with a deeper understanding of movement, function and long-term wellbeing.
Recognised across clinical practice, canine sport and professional education
Author of best selling book - Dogs in Detail
Previously Fellow of the Royal College of Chiropractors
Previously Chair of the Animal Faculty at the Royal College of Chiropractors
Former Team Chiropractor for Kennel Club Team GB Agility
Worked alongside referral veterinary hospitals and multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams
International teaching, lecturing and examining experience within animal chiropractic
Over two decades of clinical experience treating both people and animals
A more complete approach to canine wellbeing and rehabilitation
With a career spanning clinical practice, rehabilitation, research and elite canine sport, Emma has built a reputation for combining practical experience with detailed clinical reasoning.
Her work goes far beyond hands-on treatment alone. Every dog is assessed as an individual, taking into account movement, strength, compensation patterns, lifestyle, performance demands and long-term quality of life.
Emma works closely with veterinary professionals and other practitioners where needed, helping owners better understand what is happening with their dog and creating realistic, supportive plans that prioritise both wellbeing and function.
From puppies and family pets through to agility, working and competition dogs, her focus remains the same: helping dogs move comfortably, confidently and as well as possible for the life they live.
How Emma Works
Clinical Care & Rehabilitation
Whether your dog is recovering from surgery, managing arthritis, or struggling with mobility, she's here to help them feel like themselves again. Using a whole-dog approach alongside therapies like Shockwave and Laser, she supports every stage — from first injury through to full recovery and beyond.
Performance & Sporting Dogs
Built for the dogs who live life at full speed. She works alongside handlers and owners to support movement, build strength, and protect long-term health — keeping agility, working, and high-performance dogs performing at their very best for longer.
Professional Collaboration
Complex cases need a team behind them. She works closely with vets, rehabilitation specialists, and other professionals — sharing knowledge, aligning care plans, and always keeping your dog's best possible outcome at the centre of every decision.
Education, Speaking & Teaching
Knowledge shared is care improved. She delivers lectures, workshops, and professional education across canine rehabilitation, chiropractic, and performance wellbeing — bringing clarity, depth, and practical insight to help the wider profession continually grow.
Testimonials
Trusted by owners, professionals and performance handlers
Wow! This lady is truly amazing. The change in my dog has been gobsmacking, can't thank Emma enough for giving my dog a 'giant spring' in her step. Amazing lady offering a fabulous service.
Emma is extremely knowledgeable and supportive in creating healthy happy dogs! I would have no hesitation recommending her and her services ! Her book is a must read for everyone who owns or is thinking of owning a dog
Emma is an amazing chiropractor she has helped both myself & police dog Quest in the past. Emma is so very kind and patient with us when we attend & gives us treats. Quest has recently needed Emma’s help & in just two sessions Emma has got Quest back to full fitness and pain free using her incredible techniques. We highly recommend Emma.
Looking for support, guidance or collaboration?
Whether you are seeking clinical support for your dog, professional collaboration, speaking opportunities or educational input, Emma would love to hear from you.