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The Dog Wellness Centre is a state of the art physio clinic providing effective physiotherapy to your dog after injury, surgery or in later stages of life.
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17/08/2024

🥰 Home massage 🥰

This is a sure way to increase the bond you have with your dog. It’s simple, effective & involves some gentle work into important muscle groups which will help all dogs feel good 🥰🐾

Iggy’s mum came to learn some massage- she’s doing a wonderful job as you can see in this reel 🙌🏼

Save this post to try later 💾
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16/08/2024

💪🏼 Strong Dogs 💪🏼

If there is one piece of advice we can give you about your dog- it’s to keep them strong 🐾💪🏼

We have shared lots of ideas in previous posts about different strength based exercises for dogs so scroll through for some ideas.

Strength brings longevity & its free!
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16/08/2024

💯 Symmetry matters 💯

Sloppy sits show up a lot in clinical practice. Some of the reasons include puppyhood, joint health issues or after orthopaedic surgery when range of motion is reduced so the following info doesn’t apply.

But in a normal musculoskeletal system, a dog should be able to sit & maintain correct form when asked.

Using this as an observational tool gives you an opportunity to check how your dogs rear legs are moving. Then in their own time they can relax & sit how they like 💜🐶

Bad habits sometimes creep in & over time create a muscular system that is asymmetrical. This causes a shift in the skeletal system leading to the asymmetrical loading on joints, ligaments, tendons etc. This increases the likelihood of injury ❌😵

If you want to improve your dogs sit and get them working their rear legs more evenly, find a narrow platform & practice your sit cue. Aim for 5-10 reps at a time.

As Barley demonstrates in this video, the narrow base of support encourages more correct placement of her rear legs.

When the skeletal and muscular system work together harmoniously, joints are moved correctly within their plane of movement reducing the risk of injury in the future 💛✌🏼

Save for later 💾
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15/08/2024

🗣️Listen up 🗣️

Dogs are pros at hiding pain 🥹

Let this statement settle into your bones!!!

You wouldn’t believe how common it is to hear owners report that their dog isn’t in pain because they do not hear them vocalise with a yelp.

Let’s be on the front foot with this & pay attention to the subtle signs.

Our dogs are always communicating with us via their movement, body language & behaviour.

So let’s listen & learn 🤗

Because our dogs deserve the best, always ✌🏼❤️🐾
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13/08/2024

👀 Physio eyes 👀

Have you ever heard the expression ‘Once you see it, you can’t unsee it’?

Working in rehab, our eyes are trained not only to see dysfunction but also the effect a problem in one area causes in others.

It is not possible to diagnose and grade a luxating patella by sight alone. We need to passively examine the knee & perform gait assessments too.

But can you see the poor sit & secondary postural adjustments that are happening here?

Dogs have to compensate for pain just like we do 🤯

Let me know your thoughts on this 👇🏼
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10/08/2024

🔥🔥Top Tip 🔥🔥

Don’t wait until your dog is older or injured to get them used to a ramp.

Seniors usually have impaired balance & co-existing issues which can make inclines tricky unless they have practiced them before.

Practicing on a ramp when younger can be fun & really gets those hind leg muscles fired up. This is a great little conditioning exercise for dogs at home.

A huge thank you to Caylin & Flower 😇 forever part of our TDWC family who kindly donated this ramp to the centre 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
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09/08/2024

📚 Read your dog 📚

This is important & can be applied to a variety of settings such as vets & groomers.

Our dogs are unique & are always communicating with us. Some dogs are outgoing, others less so.

So pay attention & make adjustments if necessary.

I often give breaks to new dogs during consults so as not to cause overwhelm.

Has your dog ever been overwhelmed?
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09/08/2024

💡Check your dog 💡

Here's a tip which explains one of the ways you can assess & monitor your dogs weight at home 🏡 🐾

Let's all get more familiar with our dog's ideal & ask your vet for guidance if you're unsure about your pets waistline as some dogs will naturally have more skin than others.

Leaner dogs live longer- Fact 👊🏼

There is scientific evidence to back this up so let's use that to our advantage as we care for our dogs 🐾💛

Save this post for later 💾

Ps- Any proud pet folks out there? Tag us & show us your waists!
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08/08/2024

⚠️⚠️ Non slip ⚠️⚠️

Folks, I take histories from many owners & a common thing we discuss is home flooring.

Those beautiful polished floorboards/concrete/tiles can make life tricky for senior dogs.

Frequent slips, trips & falls can cause unnecessary pain 😖

Rugs, runners & yoga mats make a big difference with less reliance on pain meds and non steroidal anti-inflammatories for flare ups.

Simple 🙌🏼

Share this post with a friend ❤️
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06/08/2024

😭 Sad realisation 😭

Every day when I’m out & about I can’t help but notice the types of gear people have on their dogs. And I’m sad to say there are lots of poorly designed harnesses affecting comfort & quality of movement.

I believe if proactive owners know more, they will make better decisions. That’s why we put so much effort into educating you on this topic 💜

So if you have a harness that’s similar in shape to the ones in this reel it might be time to consider a new wardrobe.

Stand back and look at your dog in their gear. Does their posture change when you put on their harness? 🤔

Do they run from you when they see the harness in your hands? If so, they might be communicating with you 🗣️ 🐾

Find your dog’s scapula by touch (we’ve got reels on our grid showing the anatomy of this region) and then look where the straps of your harness sits. Do they restrict free movement of the shoulders and forelimbs? If so, it’s not an ideal design.

I feel we need to keep the conversation going about correct fit as there is not much clear or correct advice around harness use.

Bottom line, ill fitting & poorly made harnesses cause pain & restrict movement in dogs 😵❌

For those of you wondering, a properly fitted & well manufactured Y shaped harness allows for most comfort around a dog's shoulder. This goes for most regular shaped dogs 💛🐾

However there can be a variety of reasons why they might or other types of gear may not suit every dog so ask a trusted professional for specific advice about your dogs situation ✌🏼😎
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03/08/2024

🔥🔥 Helpful tip 🔥🔥

Caspian 👑 came to see us & we found some stiff areas in his neck.

It's important to know that the muscles in this area are constantly working to support the head against gravity so they are prone to tension especially in an aging dog.

So taking time to release this area is really beneficial & a nice way to spend time with your best friend.

Start with a light pincer grip in front of your dogs shoulder. Then slowly work your way up towards the ear.

Keep your pressure light & ensure your dog is relaxed & enjoying the massage.

If they show any signs of discomfort, stop & ask your vet to check this area for pain on your next visit 🙌🏼
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02/08/2024

⚠️ Silent Pain ⚠️

Dogs are incredibly good at hiding pain.

So it's important to familiarise yourself with the early signs so you can be proactive with their care.

Have you seen any of these signs in your dog? If so, please comment below 👇🏻

And save this post for future reference 💾
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02/08/2024

👀 Inspect your harness 👀

Here's a little video of Pearl assessing Montys harness.

It turns out that his harness was not doing him any favours in terms of comfort and actually contributing to his sore neck because the neck strap was too tight ❌ 😖

It's important to check your dogs harness and ensure it does not restrict natural movement of the shoulders or push on any pressure points in their muscles.

We have a few posts on how to choose a correct harness for your dog- Be sure to check em out! Remember its not about brand- its about what fits your dogs specific shape and needs but for most regular shaped dogs- a well fitting Y shaped harness allows for good movement and comfort.

Let us know your thoughts below 👇🏽
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30/07/2024

✨ Fitness for dogs ✨

Dogs are athletes and should be kept fit, lean and strong throughout their whole lives.

Over feeding and under exercising is a recipe for disaster in terms of health and longevity.

Exercise and food intake need adjusting at different stages of life so be sure to open up the conversation with your vet if you need any help with this to help keep your dog in tip top shape 🙌🏼
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27/07/2024

‼️ Pain alert ‼️

We know there is a common trend amongst this community- that everyone loves their pets & wants them to live long happy lives…right?

And we are trying to raise awareness about the importance of well made, properly fitted gear in dogs. We are not anti-harness. But there is a lot of mis information out there regarding use & type.

Sadly in-spite of many owner’s best intentions, there are dogs wearing crap harnesses every day. And this has consequences for their long term health.

Phrases like “no pull” or “vet approved” gives pet owners false & misguided hopes for products that actually cause pain ❌😵‍💫

Although we have used different dogs in this reel, I wanted to show the consequences in anatomical terms of pressure from a poorly designed harness resulting in painful trigger points in the tricep muscle which is being dry needled in the second photo.

Food for thought 😵‍💫😵😖
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26/07/2024

✨ Prevention tips ✨

We hear many owners express regret about exercise & lifestyle choices that contributed to their pets injury or ailments later in life.

We believe it's better to understand our choices & make informed decisions.

Let us know if any of this resonates with you? 👇🏻
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26/07/2024

💜💛 Pro tip 💛💜

Here’s some pointers on how your dogs back muscles should feel at home 🏡

Tightness in the back can be one of the first indicators of pain in the body so it’s an important area to keep an eye on.

Soft & supple muscles is good ✅
Hard muscles with lots of twitching- not so good ❌
If you pick up on the latter, have a chat with your vet.

How do your dogs back muscles feel?👇🏽
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25/07/2024

🗣️Our motto 🗣️

Prevention is better than cure
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Double tap if you agree & tag a friend to spread the word 🙌🏼
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23/07/2024

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19/07/2024

⚠️ Prevention ⚠️

Having a pet with IVDD can be overwhelming. So knowing a couple of simple things you can do to help to prevent its onset and/or severity can massively improve your dog's life.
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Prevention

19/07/2024

🔥 Gym time 🔥

Dogs are prone to weakening in the hind end over time and some dogs are just born with poor awareness of their rear legs.

However, there are lots of ways to help them learn where their back legs are and how to engage them properly.

Rear end awareness is helpful for maintaining strong and balanced dogs

Give this one a try and let us know how you go ✌🏼😎
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18/07/2024

🌈 Joys of work 🌈

Ever heard the old phrase “ Give a man a fish and you feed him for the day. Teach a man to fish & you feed him for a lifetime”

But the meaning holds true either way- Teaching a person a useful skill can be more beneficial in the long run than filling a need for them temporarily.

And that’s how we go about our work- educating & empowering owners to make the best choices for their dogs musculoskeletal health 🌟

If you’re new to our page- welcome 🫶🏽You’ll find lots of tips & tricks to help you towards optimal wellness for your dog 💜
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16/07/2024

🚨 Spinal injury alert 🚨

Folks, we are seeing a lot of this at the mo. The condition known as IVDD can affect any breed but certain breeds are particularly prone so do your homework if you’re getting a French bulldog or Dachshund 📚 🐶

Bunny had ruptured discs in his lower spine and lost the use of his back legs. We're happy to show you a snippet of his rehab sessions where he is learning to navigate life as a paraplegic dog.

He is getting a new mobility cart soon and will do really well as a front wheel drive dog.

Big props to his amazing folks for never giving up 💪🏼❤️🐾

Anyone out there have experience with IVDD?
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13/07/2024

12/07/2024

⚠️ Knee disorders ⚠️

We see this condition frequently at the centre. It is often but not exclusively seen in small dog breeds & is characterised by a hopping or skipping action in one or both rear legs.

Left untreated it can become painful so make sure you check things out with your vet if you notice any movement changes in your dog.

Anyone out there with this condition? 🐶
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11/07/2024

💪🏼🐾Lengthen Lives 🐾💪🏼

Help your dog to live a long & happy life by keeping them fit & strong.

If they’re fit, they’ll be lean. And scientific evidence tells us that lean pets live longer 🙌🏼

Double tap if you’re already doing this ❤️
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05/07/2024

❌ Hip Dysplasia ❌

This condition pops up frequently at the centre.

It's a deformity of the hip joint that occurs during growth which causes pain & impaired leg use.

In the early stages, it can be overlooked meaning that some dogs mask the signs of discomfort & owners aren’t sure what to look for. Sadly, some of the milder signs even get missed at vet visits 😢

Here's some symptoms you can stay vigilant for & if unsure, ask your vet to have a feel of your dogs hips at their next visit 🩺

Save this post for later 💾
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05/07/2024

🔥🔥 Gym time 🔥🔥

This is an oldie but a goodie!

It works the muscles that support the spine along with targeting the legs so it’s a great all rounder 🤩

Start with a low pole & get your dog to wrap the cones as tightly as possible.

Practice first at a walk and ensure there is no hopping or skipping movements.

Oldies best to stay slow & steady. Young ones can go over raised poles at a faster speed as long as they maintain good form & quality of movement 🙌🏼

You can swap out the cones for any stable house hold objects you can find & use a broom 🧹 to step over.

If you're looking to treat your dog and invest in a decent set cones and poles, check out our amazon store in our linktree.

Give it a go & let us know 💛✌🏼
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04/07/2024

🙌🏼 Keep ‘Em lean 🙌🏼

There is an epidemic of overweight pets amongst us folks. Sadly, their risk factors for joint disease and other health issues goes up exponentially.

A study by Purina found that dogs who were fed 25% less than the control group lived almost 2 years longer with a delayed onset of osteoarthritis 🤯

We HAVE to make use of this with our dogs!

Do you know your dogs ideal weight?👇🏼

Please share to raise awareness and help keep pets healthy ❤️
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🥰 Home massage 🥰 This is a sure way to increase the bond you have with your dog. It’s simple, effective & involves some gentle work into important muscle groups which will help all dogs feel good 🥰🐾 Iggy’s mum came to learn some massage- she’s doing a wonderful job as you can see in this reel 🙌🏼 Save this post to try later 💾 - - - #dog #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doghealthtips #dogmassage #pethealth #caninemassage #painpoints #tension

💯 Symmetry matters 💯 Sloppy sits show up a lot in clinical practice. Some of the reasons include puppyhood, joint health issues or after orthopaedic surgery when range of motion is reduced so the following info doesn’t apply. But in a normal musculoskeletal system, a dog should be able to sit & maintain correct form when asked. Using this as an observational tool gives you an opportunity to check how your dogs rear legs are moving. Then in their own time they can relax & sit how they like 💜🐶 Bad habits sometimes creep in & over time create a muscular system that is asymmetrical. This causes a shift in the skeletal system leading to the asymmetrical loading on joints, ligaments, tendons etc. This increases the likelihood of injury ❌😵 If you want to improve your dogs sit and get them working their rear legs more evenly, find a narrow platform & practice your sit cue. Aim for 5-10 reps at a time. As Barley demonstrates in this video, the narrow base of support encourages more correct placement of her rear legs. When the skeletal and muscular system work together harmoniously, joints are moved correctly within their plane of movement reducing the risk of injury in the future 💛✌🏼 Save for later 💾 - - - #dog #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doghealthtips #sloppysit #legstrength #legday🍑 #protip #knowledgeispower📚

🗣️Listen up 🗣️ Dogs are pros at hiding pain 🥹 Let this statement settle into your bones!!! You wouldn’t believe how common it is to hear owners report that their dog isn’t in pain because they do not hear them vocalise with a yelp. Let’s be on the front foot with this & pay attention to the subtle signs. Our dogs are always communicating with us via their movement, body language & behaviour. So let’s listen & learn 🤗 Because our dogs deserve the best, always ✌🏼❤️🐾 - - - #painscience #painscale #caninewellness #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #knowledgeispower📚

👀 Physio eyes 👀 Have you ever heard the expression ‘Once you see it, you can’t unsee it’? Working in rehab, our eyes are trained not only to see dysfunction but also the effect a problem in one area causes in others. It is not possible to diagnose and grade a luxating patella by sight alone. We need to passively examine the knee & perform gait assessments too. But can you see the poor sit & secondary postural adjustments that are happening here? Dogs have to compensate for pain just like we do 🤯 Let me know your thoughts on this 👇🏼 - - - #dog #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doghealthtips #doginjury #musclefatigue

🔥🔥Top Tip 🔥🔥 Don’t wait until your dog is older or injured to get them used to a ramp. Seniors usually have impaired balance & co-existing issues which can make inclines tricky unless they have practiced them before. Practicing on a ramp when younger can be fun & really gets those hind leg muscles fired up. This is a great little conditioning exercise for dogs at home. A huge thank you to Caylin & Flower 😇 forever part of our TDWC family who kindly donated this ramp to the centre 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 - - - #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysio #doghealthtips #proactivehealth #dogfitness #dogexercise #caninefitness #gymtime #strengthandconditioning #doghealthtips #dogexercise #movementismedicine

💡Check your dog 💡 Here's a tip which explains one of the ways you can assess & monitor your dogs weight at home 🏡 🐾 Let's all get more familiar with our dog's ideal & ask your vet for guidance if you're unsure about your pets waistline as some dogs will naturally have more skin than others. Leaner dogs live longer- Fact 👊🏼 There is scientific evidence to back this up so let's use that to our advantage as we care for our dogs 🐾💛 Save this post for later 💾 Ps- Any proud pet folks out there? Tag us & show us your waists! - - - #dog #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doghealthtips #protip #evidence #healthyweight #canineosteoarthritis #weightcheck

⚠️⚠️ Non slip ⚠️⚠️ Folks, I take histories from many owners & a common thing we discuss is home flooring. Those beautiful polished floorboards/concrete/tiles can make life tricky for senior dogs. Frequent slips, trips & falls can cause unnecessary pain 😖 Rugs, runners & yoga mats make a big difference with less reliance on pain meds and non steroidal anti-inflammatories for flare ups. Simple 🙌🏼 Share this post with a friend ❤️ - - - #nonslip #rugs #canineosteoarthritis #helpfultip #caninewellness #reducepain #helpyourdog #melbournephysio #dogsofmelbourne

😭 Sad realisation 😭 Every day when I’m out & about I can’t help but notice the types of gear people have on their dogs. And I’m sad to say there are lots of poorly designed harnesses affecting comfort & quality of movement. I believe if proactive owners know more, they will make better decisions. That’s why we put so much effort into educating you on this topic 💜 So if you have a harness that’s similar in shape to the ones in this reel it might be time to consider a new wardrobe. Stand back and look at your dog in their gear. Does their posture change when you put on their harness? 🤔 Do they run from you when they see the harness in your hands? If so, they might be communicating with you 🗣️ 🐾 Find your dog’s scapula by touch (we’ve got reels on our grid showing the anatomy of this region) and then look where the straps of your harness sits. Do they restrict free movement of the shoulders and forelimbs? If so, it’s not an ideal design. I feel we need to keep the conversation going about correct fit as there is not much clear or correct advice around harness use. Bottom line, ill fitting & poorly made harnesses cause pain & restrict movement in dogs 😵❌ For those of you wondering, a properly fitted & well manufactured Y shaped harness allows for most comfort around a dog's shoulder. This goes for most regular shaped dogs 💛🐾 However there can be a variety of reasons why they might or other types of gear may not suit every dog so ask a trusted professional for specific advice about your dogs situation ✌🏼😎 - - - #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #doghealthtips #pain #scapularmobility #scapularstability #shouldermobility #dogharness #dogharnesses

🔥🔥 Helpful tip 🔥🔥 Caspian 👑 came to see us & we found some stiff areas in his neck. It's important to know that the muscles in this area are constantly working to support the head against gravity so they are prone to tension especially in an aging dog. So taking time to release this area is really beneficial & a nice way to spend time with your best friend. Start with a light pincer grip in front of your dogs shoulder. Then slowly work your way up towards the ear. Keep your pressure light & ensure your dog is relaxed & enjoying the massage. If they show any signs of discomfort, stop & ask your vet to check this area for pain on your next visit 🙌🏼 - - - #dog #massage #dogmassage #doghealth #massagetherapy #learnmassage #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #vet #pethealth #dogsoftiktok #vetsoftiktok #dogparents #petsontiktok

👀 Inspect your harness 👀 Here's a little video of Pearl assessing Montys harness. It turns out that his harness was not doing him any favours in terms of comfort and actually contributing to his sore neck because the neck strap was too tight ❌ 😖 It's important to check your dogs harness and ensure it does not restrict natural movement of the shoulders or push on any pressure points in their muscles. We have a few posts on how to choose a correct harness for your dog- Be sure to check em out! Remember its not about brand- its about what fits your dogs specific shape and needs but for most regular shaped dogs- a well fitting Y shaped harness allows for good movement and comfort. Let us know your thoughts below 👇🏽 - - - #dogharness #dogcare #dogowners #harmreduction #petsafety #dogharness #doganatomy #biomechanics #petaccessories #doglover #dogtraining #doghealth #dogtips #painfreepets

✨ Fitness for dogs ✨ Dogs are athletes and should be kept fit, lean and strong throughout their whole lives. Over feeding and under exercising is a recipe for disaster in terms of health and longevity. Exercise and food intake need adjusting at different stages of life so be sure to open up the conversation with your vet if you need any help with this to help keep your dog in tip top shape 🙌🏼 - - - #doghealth #caninephysio #doghealthtips #proactivehealth #dogfitness #dogexercise #movementismedicine #dog #dogoftheday #spoodle

‼️ Pain alert ‼️ We know there is a common trend amongst this community- that everyone loves their pets & wants them to live long happy lives…right? And we are trying to raise awareness about the importance of well made, properly fitted gear in dogs. We are not anti-harness. But there is a lot of mis information out there regarding use & type. Sadly in-spite of many owner’s best intentions, there are dogs wearing crap harnesses every day. And this has consequences for their long term health. Phrases like “no pull” or “vet approved” gives pet owners false & misguided hopes for products that actually cause pain ❌😵‍💫 Although we have used different dogs in this reel, I wanted to show the consequences in anatomical terms of pressure from a poorly designed harness resulting in painful trigger points in the tricep muscle which is being dry needled in the second photo. Food for thought 😵‍💫😵😖 - - - #dogharness #dogharnesses #dogharnessuk #comfort #mobility #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninephysiotherapy #caninemassagetherapy #doghealth #knowledgeispower📚 #doghealthtips #pain #scapularmobility #scapularstability #shouldermobility

💜💛 Pro tip 💛💜 Here’s some pointers on how your dogs back muscles should feel at home 🏡 Tightness in the back can be one of the first indicators of pain in the body so it’s an important area to keep an eye on. Soft & supple muscles is good ✅ Hard muscles with lots of twitching- not so good ❌ If you pick up on the latter, have a chat with your vet. How do your dogs back muscles feel?👇🏽 - - - #backcheck #spinalhealth #spinalmobility #healthyback #germanpinscher #prevention #trythisathome #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninewellness #doghealthtips

🗣️Our motto 🗣️ Prevention is better than cure 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯 Double tap if you agree & tag a friend to spread the word 🙌🏼 - - - #prevention #proactivehealth #caninewellness #caninephysio #expertcare #startyoung

🏋🏻‍♂️🍑 Magic moves 🍑🏋🏻‍♂️ Rear limb strength is incredibly important for every breed & age! Let’s not wait until joint pain has set in to start these exercises 🏋🏻‍♂️ Try this out at home: × 10 reps per day for fitness Save for later 💾 - - - #squats #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysio #doghealthtips #proactivehealth #dogfitness #dogexercise #caninefitness #gymtime #strengthandconditioning #doghealthtips #dogexercise #movementismedicine

🤩 Happy hips 🤩 Ensuring that our dogs have no pain is an important part of being an owner. Hip dysplasia is something that often hides in the background but can cause some characteristic movement traits. Often it is mistaken as a cute bum wiggle 😔 Here are some movement signs to be vigilant for with your dog and if you’re worried ask your vet to have a feel 🐾 🩺 - - - #dog #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doghealthtips #doginjury #musclefatigue #hiphealth #doghipdysplasia #caninearthritis #gait #pain #education

🔥 Gym time 🔥 Dogs are prone to weakening in the hind end over time and some dogs are just born with poor awareness of their rear legs. However, there are lots of ways to help them learn where their back legs are and how to engage them properly. Rear end awareness is helpful for maintaining strong and balanced dogs Give this one a try and let us know how you go ✌🏼😎 - - - #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysio #proactivehealth #dogfitness #caninefitness #gymtime #strengthandconditioning #doghealthtips #dogexercise #movementismedicine

🌈 Joys of work 🌈 Ever heard the old phrase “ Give a man a fish and you feed him for the day. Teach a man to fish & you feed him for a lifetime” But the meaning holds true either way- Teaching a person a useful skill can be more beneficial in the long run than filling a need for them temporarily. And that’s how we go about our work- educating & empowering owners to make the best choices for their dogs musculoskeletal health 🌟 If you’re new to our page- welcome 🫶🏽You’ll find lots of tips & tricks to help you towards optimal wellness for your dog 💜 - - - #vibe #knowledgeispower📚 #tipsandtricks #helpfuladvice #caninewellness #doghealth #doghealthtips #caninephysio #caninephysicaltherapy

🚨 Spinal injury alert 🚨 Folks, we are seeing a lot of this at the mo. The condition known as IVDD can affect any breed but certain breeds are particularly prone so do your homework if you’re getting a French bulldog or Dachshund 📚 🐶 Bunny had ruptured discs in his lower spine and lost the use of his back legs. We're happy to show you a snippet of his rehab sessions where he is learning to navigate life as a paraplegic dog. He is getting a new mobility cart soon and will do really well as a front wheel drive dog. Big props to his amazing folks for never giving up @zullyxrobles 💪🏼❤️🐾 Anyone out there have experience with IVDD? - - - #doghealth #caninephysicaltherapy #caninephysio #caninerehab #doginjury #paralysis #rescuedog #ivdd #ivddsurvivor #ivddrecovery #ivddawareness #ivdddog #discpain

🤩 Puppy Pilates 🤩 Dogs need to stretch too ya know?! We love educating people about their dogs anatomy, form & function 🐾❤️ Check out Apollos stretching his hips and lower back. Save and try this later 💛✌🏼 - - - #dogwellness #doghealth #caninephysio #proactivehealth #dogfitness #caninefitness #gymtime #strengthandconditioning #doghealthtips #dogexercise #movementismedicine