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Dogs don't always scream or cry when in pain.
I discuss chronic pain, why dogs don't cry out, what signs to look for and what you should do next if you suspect pain in your dog

Karen Young
Sep 9, 2025


Greyhounds - what's all the fuss about?
I will own greyhounds one day and I know I will be one of those fanatics, champing at the bit to tell anyone that will listen that these dogs make the perfect companion.
But let me tell you more about how amazing they are and how I can help them live happier, more comfortable lives

Karen Young
Apr 11, 2025


Help my dog has arthritis!
This blog talks about arthritis, what it is, what causes it and what you can do to reduce the impact of arthritis on your dog

Karen Young
Oct 2, 2024


How I can help your dog!
A promotional video for Safe Hands Canine Massage

Karen Young
Oct 2, 2024


Is your dog suffering in silence?
53% of 'healthy' dogs may be in pain. This is the conclusion of a vet who specialises in soft tissue pain. Could your dog be one of them?

Karen Young
Feb 12, 2024


Short legs or long backed? How you can help your dog stay healthy.
A blog to help owners of short legged dogs identify back pain, protect against it and help in recovery should pain or injury be identified

Karen Young
Jan 11, 2024


Dogs and Fireworks
If your dog is experiencing pain, for example from arthritis or a muscular strain, they are likely to be even more reactive to loud noises.

Karen Young
Oct 11, 2023


Clinical Massage - a success story
Teddy was active until she her back injury in 2016 but has struggled since then. Canine Massage has helped turn her life around

Karen Young
Oct 9, 2023


How to help your anxious dog
Some dogs can be excessively anxious and stressed. But being stressed can have a negative impact on a dogs health. Here's why

Karen Young
Sep 20, 2023


Your Dogs Anatomy: A Guide for Agility Dog Owners
Introduction Whilst this blog is focussed on agility dog owners it is relevant to all owners living and working with an active dog. As an...

Karen Young
Aug 16, 2023


Your dogs body is like your car - let me explain.
Just like your car, your dog should have regular maintenance to keep them running at their best

Karen Young
Apr 13, 2023


Does your dog have back pain?
Could your dogs back hurt - find out some of the signs to look for with your dog.

Karen Young
Mar 23, 2023


Consent and Compassion
A video explaining my core principles when working with your dog

Karen Young
Jan 9, 2023


How to keep your dog healthy this winter
Walking your dog at this time of year can be challenging and not without risks. Find out how you can keep your dog safe this winter

Karen Young
Oct 4, 2022


5 ways to keep your dog healthy for life
Firstly, there is so much I could write about here and I have many other blogs that cover some of this in greater detail. But here are my...

Karen Young
Jun 3, 2022


Is my dog stressed?
This video was recorded whilst in Lockdown in 2020 but the messages in it are as relevant today.

Karen Young
Apr 3, 2022


How to give your dog a massage
Do you massage your dog? Would you to find out how you can make your massage more beneficial for your dog? The read on

Karen Young
Feb 25, 2022


Behaviour literally changes the mind! So, it’s quite important to teach our dogs well
Your dog behaves the way they are allowed to practice. This has become an issue for me - find out why in my new blog

Karen Young
Jan 4, 2022


Choosing your next dog
Choosing a puppy is tricky. Here I explain the importance of breed, individual DNA and home environment in influencing your dogs behaviour

Karen Young
Dec 1, 2021


It's official - Dogs have less pain after Clinical Massage!
Data from 527 dogs treated by Canine Massage Guild members was analysed. 95% of these dogs were in less pain and more mobile after treatment

Karen Young
Nov 23, 2021
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