How to help your arthritic dog
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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
Sep 10
Is your dog 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
Feb 12
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
Jan 11
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
Oct 11, 2023
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 9, 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
Sep 20, 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
Aug 16, 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
Apr 13, 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
Mar 23, 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
Jan 9, 2023
Consent and Compassion
A video explaining my core principles when working with your dog
Karen Young
Oct 4, 2022
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
Jun 3, 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
Apr 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
Feb 25, 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
Jan 4, 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
Dec 1, 2021
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
Nov 23, 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 22, 2021
Greyhounds - what's all the fuss about?
I've lived with dogs most of my life and absolutely love their company. But I never really 'got' greyhounds. I never understood why...
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