Cookie Stretches
Flexibility is an important component of fitness training. It plays a major role in overall health, fitness and function. But just like in human fitness, flexibility is often overlooked in our dog’s fitness program. Cookie Stretches are a great way to work on flexibility with our dogs. The goal of the exercise is to have your dog bring his nose to different parts of the body to get a nice...
6 Tips For Practicing Social Distancing When You Walk Your Dog
People around the globe are adjusting to life under a pandemic, and social distancing is one of the best techniques we have at our disposal to do just that. The Cleveland Clinic defines social distancing as follows: "Social distancing involves avoiding large gatherings. If you have to be around people, keep six feet between you when possible." The CDC recently recommended that any gathering of 10 or people be...
What to Do If Your Pet Has an Emergency but No Vet Is Available
If you do not have access to an emergency clinic for your dog, there are things you can do right now, at home. If it is not something you can take care of on your own or you are not prepared to deal with an emergency, I will list some alternative things you can do. Be Prepared to Help Your Dog The first thing you need to do if something...
The Power of Holistic Wellness with Animals
Well-Oiled Machines We often have the most amazing clients. Our clients are open-minded and looking for new, or as is often the case “old” ways to improve the quality of life for their animals. While many trod the straight path that is veterinary medicine, increasingly pet parents and owners are looking for alternative therapies that date back thousands of years but updated for the modern era. Until recently we were...
The Power of Canine Rehabilitation Therapy
Canine physical therapy is a growing field of alternative veterinary treatment that can be very beneficial for dogs. It’s more commonly referred to as canine rehabilitation therapy, since the term physical therapy is actually trademarked by human physical therapists. What Can Rehabilitation Therapy Help With? Arthritic dogs and those recovering from debilitating orthopedic surgery are typical patients for the therapy. It’s also used to support dogs with other musculoskeletal problems...
WHY CANINE REHABILITATION?
An active, pain-free dog is a healthy and happy dog. If physical limitations or movement disorders, due to acute conditions (such as surgery or injury) or chronic conditions (such as diseases, age-related conditions or obesity), hinder your dog’s ability to move without pain, discomfort or physical distress, rehabilitation therapy can help. Common Conditions That Respond Well to Canine Rehabilitation Therapy Rehabilitation therapy can be used to address a variety of...
How Your Dog’s Waddle Walk Is an Early Indication of Problems to Come, and How to Avoid Them!
Just like many of us, some dogs tend to pile on the pounds if their diet is left unchecked. Perhaps you have noticed your dog has a waddle or shuffling walk and maybe even thought it was cute? An increase in body weight can lead to a snowball effect with long-term consequences to the movement and well-being of your pet. Thankfully, it is never too late to take action to...
How Can My Dog Benefit From Kinesiology Tape?
You may have noticed kinesiology tape on athletes while you were watching a game on TV or perhaps you have personal experience with it from your PT or Chiropractor taping you following an injury. I think it's safe to say that most people have been exposed to this athletic tape in one form or another by now. People are aware of how it can help them decrease pain, give them additional support without...