Ros Boisseau Physiotherapy

10/10/2023

Are you aware of all the different ways you can manage your dog’s arthritis pain?

Once you have the foundations in place (pain control, weight management, and home/lifestyle adaptations), it is important to remember that there are additional treatment modalities, such as physiotherapy, available to your dog.

Arthritis is a progressive disease, meaning that it will worsen over time and therefore requires an ever-changing management plan. Learn all of the ways you can improve your dog’s quality of life and reduce their pain by enrolling in our course for owners, Canine Arthritis Essentials - a comprehensive overview of ALL of the ways you can help your arthritic dog.

Enrol here: https://www.cameducation.co.uk/course/camessentials

05/07/2023

This is important reading for all dog owners.

Aggressive like behaviours in dogs

There has been a lot in the news recently about unpredictable and aversive dog behaviour - "dog aggression", dog bites, dangerous breeds, even talk about licensing and changes to the dangerous dogs act 1991.

We must remember - dogs do NOT bite for no reason. Aggression is an active outward expression of how they feel. And the context and environment we place them in affects how they feel.
Basically we MUST always look for a cause for their choice of behaviour.

Dogs are constantly communicating with us. It's up to US to learn their language so that we can hear them when they are threatened because they are uncomfortable, stressed, scared, frustrated, or IN PAIN.

It is when we don't observe and listen to their signals that they resort to shouting louder with more overt behaviours that they know will get them what they think they NEED, which is for us to LEAVE THEM ALONE. This is where what we recognise as aggression comes from.

Following the pandemic and the rapid increase in dog ownership over lockdown, we now have a complicated cocktail of poorly socialised doggos with limited coping mechanisms and well meaning but inexperienced dog owners. Many of these young dogs' social needs simply aren't being met, which is not a dig at new dog owners, just a nudge that more education is needed.

Throw into that mix a dog that is in pain = recipe for disaster. Their tolerance/ abilities to cope will be reduced.

Here at CAM, we believe part of the answer comes down to education. And we want to educate more owners on the signs of pain in dogs so that the dog's needs can be met and they don't feel the need to escalate their signals?

Our beautifully illustrated children's book 'Why Don't you Listen' is a great start.

It teaches children (and adults!) how to recognise when dogs are in pain. It is a must read for all families that share their lives and homes with our four-legged friends.

Head to the link below to find our more and get your very own copy:
https://www.camonlineshop.com/why-dont-you-listen-book/

27/03/2023

Cave Vets are the very best centre for Neurology in the South West. Wonderful facilities and an expert team. Highly recommended.

If you wish to discuss a referring case with us at Cave Veterinary Specialists, fill out our referral form here. If you have an emergency referral, please call us.

14/03/2023

We are really looking forward to Annown coming to the Village Hall on Sunday April 8th!
Tickets on the door £8, the bar will be open.
Starts at 7pm. Come and join us for a great evening’ entertainment!

14/03/2023

Careful management of activities and adaptability to your dogs needs are key components of a good management plan

08/03/2023

26/02/2023

What lovely weather for walking!
Today we started our season of monthly walks with a just under three mile walk. Always build up your distance gradually to gain fitness. Walking in a group is a great way to start to exercise. It’s lovely to get to know new people, and find new places. Get those walking boots out and start walking for health and wellbeing!
Oh and we have tea, coffee and home made cakes afterwards…..!

14/02/2023

“My dog is starting to slow down; he’s just getting old.”

How often do we hear this in everyday conversations with other dog owners? “Slowing down” is often seen as inevitable for older dogs, but in fact, age is not a disease.

Sadly, it is not age that makes dogs appear stiff and slow moving, it is pain. And what is worse, dogs are incredible at coping, which means signs of pain are typically subtle and may be missed until later in life when the dog’s discomfort is so pronounced that it becomes obvious to the observer.

Remember to regularly observe your dog and keep track of any changes you notice, whether in the way that they stand, sit, or move, or in the way that they behave (e.g., appearing grumpy or anti-social - withdrawing from people and activities they normally love).

Enrol in CAM’s free course, Is My Dog in Pain? to become better equipped to observe your dog and prepare for your dog’s future vet consults.

Learn more and enrol here: cameducation.co.uk/p/is-my-dog-in-pain

13/02/2023

More excellent advice from CAM

Simple and cost effective changes can make a huge difference

11/02/2023

It is with regret that I am no longer working at Hawksland Canine Rehabilitation. This has been a difficult decision, but I was unable to offer the standards of care I have strived to deliver to my canine patients and their owners.
I will continue to see Physiotherapy patients- Human and Canine!- at my home.
I have also just started at Penbode at Stratton one day a week, helping them to set up a rehabilitation service, which is very exciting!
I will need Veterinary Referral for dog patients, I am sending referral forms to vet practices.
If you are interested in finding out more, please message me or contact on 07879816450

11/02/2023

For those of you with older or disabled pets, or people thinking about new flooring, check this out. A worth while investment .

Here at CAM, we only stock or promote arthritis friendly products, and those that we have tried and rigorously tested ourselves. Once they have passed the CAM tests, they are given our seal of approval.

We know that hard flooring is a real problem when it comes to arthritis. Floors for Paws are a great company that has solved this problem for our four legged friends....

Floors for Paws is the first flooring company to put your dogs needs as high as your own. They researched the very best flooring solutions for you and your dogs. As dog lovers they know the challenges of maintaining beautiful interiors with Pets. That’s why they have introduced the best flooring for dogs and dog owners. Their ranges are hypo-allergenic, easy clean, slip resistant, anti-stain, waterproof, and comfortable. Combine this with the most realistic finishes on the market and you have a flooring system without compromise. Wherever your dog goes; go floors for paws.

They also donate 10% of all profits to the Dog's Trust. We highly recommend them.

https://www.floorsforpaws.com/
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09/01/2023

🐾 WALK YOUR DOG MONTH 🐾

This campaign has been created to try encourage both humans and dogs to become more active, especially in the most miserable month of the year!

At least 12% of dogs in the UK are classed as obese, which has significant health implications such as heart disease, diabetes as well as joint problems.

As with any new exercise, it is important to start slow and build up gradually: have a chat with your veterinary professional before undertaking any new exercise.

There are also activity monitors available for your dog, just like we have our fitness trackers! Brands such as PitPat and FitBark will track your dogs activity, and some also have GPS which can help locate your dog should they decide to go off on a solo adventure!
These can be useful to help you see how active your dog is, and monitor how much your dog is doing so you can carefully increase (or decrease!) as advised by your veterinary professional.

So grab those waterproofs and get walking!