It shouldn't be ever disregarded but it should be taken into consideration that dogs aren't human so their ability to manage injury//pain/discomfort/environment and reality comes down to their level of tolerance as an animal and not a human so these are just posts that play on on the human subconscious ... athletes 🤣 they are dogs and in pet dogs most soft tissue injuries (which can happen often) can be managed by a few days in the house not a costly vet visit which then turns into a risky anesthetic for a even more expensive MRI to 9 times out of 10 results in the scientific advice of just rest ur dog for a few days .. problem we have these days as pet owners is insurance companies are working alongside vet practices putting animals through unnecessary investigations and treatments for profit which makes some of them hard to trust
This is my most hated term in veterinary medicine.....
I cannot tell you how many times I have heard people call or speak to clients and say good news it's JUST a soft tissue injury. Yet soft tissue injuries in the human world have people signed off work, athletes ending careers and other life changing effects.
So where is the difference in our pets?
It simply comes down to communication,They cannot complain how much it's hurting them or how their sleep has been affected.So it's our job as Pet parents to advocate for them and notice changes in their behaviour and mobility.
Now onto the slightly scientific part as to why we should take these injuries seriously...
Soft tissues include Muscles, Fascia , tendons, ligaments, blood vessels, Lymph, fat, fibrous tissue and synovial membranes.
A good deal of these tissues contain nociceptors (which are specialised nerve endings that signal pain) so we know they cause our patient to feel pain.
We also know that they have a blood supply which when damaged causes a bruise and anyone who's had a bruise knows that they can be painful.
Some of these tissues also play a functional role in movement and injury to them will have a long lasting effect on the functionality and durability of that area. As well as making the area more prone to long term disease processes such as Osteoarthritis.
This is why, I often say physiotherapy is for pets of any age, it might be a puppy who ran into a tree or an elderly cat who needs a bit more support.
It's time to change the narrative on soft tissue injuries and help our pets live functional, happy, pain free lives!!
28/12/2024
❤️People used to ask me all the time who do u recommend to look after ur dogs but for most of my dog owning life I had family and friends to help out and didn't like to make recommendations on places I hadn't used myself .. but things change and ive now used these guys 3 times Robasdan Boarding Kennels, Dog Training and Grooming Services and honestly can't recommend them enough ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ .. I know its a bit of a trek for my Edinburgh friends but I promise u it's worth it .. my 2 are safe, cared for, walked and well looked after and it gives me such peace of mind that they are there and I'm 'not putting anyone out' to look after my 2 wee "needy weirdos 🤣🥰'
Its a family run business and they are all as mad about dogs as me so defo recommend u get in touch if u need loving holiday dog care for ur furry wee pals but they also offer a top class dog grooming service, years of experience in dog training with a boarding option and also specialist dog protection training too with their sister business Protection k9 Scotland
My 2 are always happy to go and that means alot ❤️❤️❤️
24/12/2024
❤️Merry Christmas to all my wee furry pals and their families .. I miss all ur kissy licks and cheeky wee faces ... hope u have all been good for Santa paws 🎅🦮
Lots of love Kirsty, Isla & Fred ❤️🎅❤️
16/12/2024
Angus is still missing from Edinburgh .... please keep sharing his appeal 😪❤️
My Top Ten of Why do I love dogs 🤔
1. They're all so cute 🥰
2. They're so smart 👊
3. They're so helpful🦮
4. They're so loving🥰
5. They're so loyal😍
6. They're so tolerant 😇
7. They're so adaptable😘
8. They're so funny 🤣
9. They're so understanding 😘
10. They're just the best pals a human could ever need ❤️❤️❤️
22/11/2024
Darya from Cupid’s Paw Dog Grooming here with slots available starting next week ❤️
located at ashley terrace, to book text 07516 420200 🐾
The dogs I always loved the most on my journey with dogs are the older dogs .. they just bring this sense of calmness, understanding of humans .. if u let urself feel it .. there is a sense of its all going to be OK around an older dog even tho as an owner of one ur most likely freaking out as they age ... watching them all of a sudden get old is really hard 😢 .. but they really are the wisest souls on earth and understand their purpose here❤️❤️❤️
16/06/2024
FOUND 🥰
Please look out for Buffy and contact Beth her owner with any info 😪❤️
05/06/2024
Leith Vets is organising the Dog Show at the Leith Festival this weekend .. I can guarantee it will be 100% more organised and fun than Star Dogs last min step in last year ... please get involved, enroll your dog and support them raising funds for the Edinburgh Cat & Dog Home ❤️
05/06/2024
Missy Isla .. 10 years old .. swimming sensation ... absolute fruit cake ... beautiful girl enjoying the sunshine this morning❤️
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❤️HAPPY VALENTINES DAY TO ALL OUR WEE ⭐️STARS⭐️❤️❤️❤️
❤️I hope everyone is surviving this festive period .. its not always full of fun and family for everyone 🥰 but I know one thing that helps is your wee furry pal so tomorrow if u can get up and get out for a wee walk, get some fresh air about u and a promise u it will lift u up .. seeing their happy wee faces sniffing and looking for nonsense .. DOGS are the best pals and the best therapy ❤️❤️❤️
***** RIP to my beautiful boy 17/7/2006 to 29//12/2017 ... run free my best boy and have fun with all the furry friends you made gone to Rainbow Bridge before you ###
' the inspriation behind every thing i do ... you taught me so much this life with us ... patience and a greater understanding of dogs being one of the most important, I will love you forever and carry your pawprints in my heart where ever life takes me ...you will always be my shining STAR ###xx '
Star Dogs Grooming is based all around our boy Star. He was the best friend of my daughter Lara and myself Kirsty . He was our constant companion for 11.5 years.
Star came to us at 8 weeks old and at that time I was busy with 'Just Walking The Dogs' a pet services business providing dog grooming, dog walking, pet sitting services around the West Lothian area, we went on to offer a training & behaviour service together helping other owners to train and understand their own dogs better. Star quickly became the top dog of every pack with his excellent response to training and his laid back attitude to life. He loved being around other dogs and loved to come to work everyday.
I have been offering a dog grooming service after taking a course at Oatridge college in 2006 along with other pet services but as Star got older it was time to take a more relaxed look on life and concentrate on providing a grooming service only and that's how Star Dogs was born :)
We just love dogs round here, all personalities and all shapes and sizes and understand how important it is to keep there coats in great condition all year round to help maintain the best quality of life. We have always ensured the dogs happiness comes first and strive to create a caring relaxed environment when you come to visit us ... we want your furry friend to leave after their pampering session feeling on top of the world and be happy to come back!!!
Prices vary depending on size but you will only be charged for the level of grooming you require, for instance a tidy up of paws and face without a bath will cost less than a full groom, contact me for a quote. No multiple dogs at one time so your dog gets the full attention they require. This also lowers stress levels for more nervous dogs to allow them to learn how to enjoy their pampering session ... we always want your dog to leave with a wagging tail :)
Thanks
Kirsty & Forever Star
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