KALEE - Canine Wellbeing & Education

05/12/2025

Day 4

Puzzle: OTRHUND

Clue: “Rare scent hound, shaggy coat, loves water.”

05/12/2025

💜 Whole‑Dog Wellbeing 💜

Every dog carries a story in their body, their behaviour, and the way they move through daily life. When I work with them, I don’t just see muscles or posture; I see a connection between past experiences, home routines, emotions, and physiology.

Why I look at the whole picture:

🐾 A dog’s history shapes how safe they feel today. From conception to now.
🐾 Stress and pain can echo through the nervous system, influencing digestion, sleep, and relationships.
🐾 Hormones respond to environment and routine, affecting recovery and resilience.
🐾 Old injuries or compensations become movement habits that the body holds onto.
🐾 Gut health and emotional balance are intertwined, each influencing the other.
🐾 Immune strength is linked to rest, stress levels, and past illness.

Beyond the body:

Healing isn’t only about tissues or joints. It’s about the dog’s world - their home environment, family dynamics, equipment fit, feeding routines, hydration, rest, and the emotional safety they feel in daily interactions.

My work:

Through canine massage, exercise, botanical self‑selection, and nutritional well-being, I help dogs release tension, rebuild trust in their bodies, and find balance across mind, body, spirit and environment.

I piece together every part of the puzzle so dogs can truly thrive.

Please contact me for a wellbeing consultation or further information on 07943765736 or [email protected]

05/12/2025

✨ Exciting news! ✨🎄

The Christmas Book has officially been released on Amazon!

This gentle winter tale is written for children (and grown-ups) who notice the little things, who care quietly, and who believe that even the smallest wish can change the world.

I’m so thrilled to finally share it with you — just in time for the season of kindness and magic. 💫

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TheChristmasBook

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, Evie and her dog Alfie discover a velvet-wrapped book beneath the village tree. Each night, she writes a wish not for herself, but for someone who needs a little light. As the pages shimmer and the dog beside her listens, small kindnesses begin to ripple through the village: a warm coat, a son...

04/12/2025

My ❤️

Did I Choose My Dog, or Did He Choose Me?

It’s a question that lingers in the heart of every guardian: Do we choose our dogs, or do they choose us?

For me, the answer has always been clear. Three times, I’ve been chosen.

🫶 Shilo’s Gentle Choice
When Shilo was just a pup, I met him among his littermates. While the others played and tumbled, Shilo quietly made his way to me. He nestled close and began suckling on my arm, as if he had already decided I was his source of comfort. That simple, instinctive gesture carried a message: I choose you. From that moment on, our bond was sealed.

🫶 Bailey’s Beautiful Choice
Years earlier, I had gone to Cardiff Dogs Home with my mum, still grieving the loss of my beloved Rex. I told myself I couldn’t face another male Staffie it would hurt too much. I wanted a completely different breed.

As we walked the corridor, a kennel hand stopped cleaning to ask if we needed help. I said no, but my mum said yes. We explained our heartbreak, and he paused before saying, “I have the perfect dog for you. He’s not on show yet, but you seem like the right people for him.”

He led us to a gorgeous Staffie - male, against all my intentions. But as soon as Bailey stepped out of his kennel, he walked straight to me, sat down, and pressed himself into my leg. It was as if he whispered, You’ve found me. I’m yours, and you’re mine forever. In that instant, I knew Bailey had chosen me, and all my resistance melted away.

The Truth of Being Chosen

Both Shilo and Bailey reminded me that guardianship isn’t about ownership it’s about partnership. Dogs don’t choose us for our plans or preferences. They choose us for the way we make them feel: safe, understood, and loved.

So, did I choose my dogs? No. Shilo and Bailey chose me. And I am forever grateful they did.

Just like Rex did, and all of our family dogs they chose us. They always do.

Please share your stories below - I would love to read them - oh and a pic or two!

04/12/2025

🎄 Canine Massage 🎄

This Christmas, give your dog the gift of relaxation, relief, and comfort.

Our Canine Massage Sessions (£55) combine gentle techniques with a detailed written report, helping ease tension, support mobility, and nurture wellbeing.

How massage can help:

🌿 Seasonal wellness – supports circulation, immunity, and recovery during colder months when stiffness or fatigue can increase.

🐾 Behavioral balance – reduces anxiety, restlessness, and stress, helping dogs feel calmer and more secure.

🤝 Bonding & connection – strengthens trust between guardian and dog, creating a shared moment of comfort and care.

🌸 Palliative care – provides gentle relief for dogs with chronic conditions or nearing end-of-life, offering dignity, comfort, and emotional support.

🐶 Senior dog enrichment – eases age-related stiffness, supports mobility, and nurtures relaxation, helping older dogs enjoy greater comfort and quality of life.

🎁 Each voucher includes:
• A full massage session tailored to your dog
• A written report for guardians
• WhatsApp support for follow-up care
• Valid for 5 months

📍 Home appointments Cardiff and surrounding areas (mileage charge applies outside at 46p per mile one way).

✨ Perfect for dogs who deserve a little extra TLC this festive season. Contact now to purchase your voucher!

04/12/2025

Day 3

Place your answer in the comments 🐾❄️

Puzzle: SCTTSH DERHUND

Clue: “Tall, wiry-coated sighthound, bred to hunt deer.”

03/12/2025

On the topic of pain based aggression in dogs 👇

Pain-based aggression in dogs occurs when a dog reacts defensively or aggressively because handling, movement, or even proximity triggers discomfort or fear of pain. It is often sudden, unexpected, and linked to underlying medical issues rather than temperament.

What Pain-Based Aggression Looks Like:-

🐾Sudden onset: A dog that was previously calm may growl, snap, or bite when touched.
🐾 Protective behavior: Dogs may avoid contact, stiffen, or lash out to prevent further discomfort.
🐾 Triggered by handling: Even gentle touch or encouragement to move can provoke aggression if pain is present.
🐾 No obvious injury: Internal pain (e.g., arthritis, hip dysplasia) can cause aggression without visible wounds.

Some Common Causes:-

🐾Orthopedic issues: Hip dysplasia, arthritis, or limb deformities.
🐾Injuries: Cuts, fractures, or surgical recovery.
🐾Chronic conditions: Neuropathic pain, visceral pain (internal organs), or dental disease.
🐾Sensory loss: Blindness or deafness can heighten anxiety and reactivity.

Why Pain Changes Behavior:-

🐾 Pain is not just physical - it’s also an emotional experience (not a behaviour). It activates brain regions tied to memory and emotion, making dogs more anxious and defensive.
🐾 Dogs may lose coping mechanisms (like moving away) if mobility is restricted, increasing frustration and aggression.
🐾 Dogs feel vulnerable and will protect themselves.

✅ What Guardians Should Do:-

🐾 Rule out medical causes first: Veterinary examination is essential with full bloods.
🐾 Aggression rooted in pain cannot be resolved with training alone.
🐾 Avoid punishment: Correcting a dog for pain-based aggression worsens fear and stress.
🐾 Use gentle handling: Respect the dog’s signals and avoid touching sensitive areas.
🐾 Supportive care: Pain management (medication, massage, physiotherapy, or botanical support) often reduces aggression.
🐾 Behavioral support: Once pain is managed, positive reinforcement can rebuild trust and confidence.

Key Takeaway:-

Pain-based aggression is a protective response, not a personality flaw. Addressing the underlying discomfort is the first step toward restoring safety and wellbeing for both dog and guardian.

Please reach out to me if you need support 🙏

03/12/2025

Day Two

Place your answer in the comments 🐾❄️

Puzzle: STFFRDSHRE BLL TRRIR

Clue: “Muscular yet affectionate, nicknamed the ‘nanny dog’ for its loyalty and love of children.”

03/12/2025

✨ Mindful Hosting with Dogs This Festive Season ✨

Celebrations can be fun but for dogs, they can also be overwhelming. If you're hosting this December:

• Secure exits: Let guests know to close doors and gates carefully. Escapes happen fast in busy homes.

• Respect their space: Not every dog wants cuddles or chaos. Offer a quiet retreat with familiar comforts.

• No sneaky snacks: Ask visitors not to feed festive treats many are unsafe for dogs.

• Gentle greetings: Encourage calm hello's and let dogs choose when to engage.

Hosting mindfully means everyone, two-legged and four feels safe, seen, and supported - Happy and Safe Christmas❣️

Why not download this check list and hand to your visitors 🐾💗

02/12/2025

🎄 Self-Selection & Wellbeing 🎄

✨ Give your dog the gift of choice this Christmas! ✨

🌿 Our Self-Selection & Wellbeing Session (£85 – opening offer until Summer 2026) allows your dog to gently explore botanicals and comfort-led enrichment, supporting balance, relaxation, seasonal wellness, and emotional safety.

How botanicals can help:
🌱 Seasonal wellness – herbs like dandelion and calendula support digestion, liver health, and skin comfort.
🐾 Behavioral balance – calming botanicals such as chamomile and basil can ease anxiety, reduce restlessness, and promote relaxation.
🤝 Bonding & connection – shared exploration of scents and textures strengthens trust, deepens the guardian-dog relationship, and nurtures emotional safety.

🎁 Every session includes:
• Tailored guidance with herbs for your dog’s unique needs
• WhatsApp support for ongoing reassurance
• A festive voucher valid for 5 months

📍 Available in Cardiff and surrounding areas (mileage charge applies outside at 46p per mile one way).

📍 Option of zoom consults

💌 Message today to secure your voucher and let your dog unwrap wellbeing this Christmas!

02/12/2025

Day 1

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Puzzle: BDLGTN TRRIR

Clue: “Lamb-like coat, but spirited hunter at heart.”