VOACON - Gait Analysis in Working Dogs Talk by Drew Tootal
Our vet, Drew Tootal, will be sharing his expertise on gait analysis in working dogs on day 2 of #VOACON!
📅 Date: 23rd May
🕘 Time: 11:15 AM - 11:40 AM
🌐 More Info & Tickets: vet-oa.com/voacon
Be sure to secure your spot and gain valuable insights from Drew. See you there!
VOACON - How we run our Mobility Service talk by Drew Tootal
Calling all veterinary professionals! Join us on Day 1 of #VOACON to hear our vet, Drew Tootal discuss our innovative mobility service! Learn about our approach to helping cats and dogs regain mobility with our advanced equipment and personalised care.
📅 Date: 22nd May
📍 More info & tickets: vet-oa.com/voacon
How can you look at a video like this and not smile?! This beautiful ball of fluff is Cleo, and she is a 12-year-old Papillon (though she acts like a 2 year old!). She suffered a fibular fracture two years ago and has been worked on tirelessly by her owners and physiotherapist and hydrotherapist to get her fully mobile. Today she came in for a baseline analysis to see if there was any residual lameness from the surgery. Happily everything was in good order, and we now have a baseline to monitor against in the future. Any animals having surgery, particularly if it involves joint cavities, are prone to developing arthritis later in life so routine monitoring and early intervention is key to trying to slow disease progression. Well done Cleo – you smashed it!
Well, we simply couldn’t resist capturing a video of this little chap! This adorable dog is called Wilf, and he is a Hungarian Pumi. A relatively little-known breed they were developed in the 17th and 18th centuries as a herding dog with Terrier traits. Wilf was presented for a baseline assessment as he adores agility training so by capturing his gait now we have something to compare to in future. Wilf was superb on the treadmill and we’re happy to say his gait was perfect (and look at that trot on the slow-motion)! Well done Wilf!
Our final video in this mini-series, Pacing is an extremely common gait that we get asked about a lot. Sometimes stated as a pathological gait in all circumstances, as we understand more about canine gait we know that it can be completely normal for some dogs and there is a suggestion that it is a learned gait to avoid interference of the feet, especially when on lead. As with all things gait analysis, the significant factor is change! If your dog has always paced and suddenly stopped or has never paced and suddenly started then it may be worth getting it checked. If your dog has always paced then it is likely to be normal!
This is the second video of common gaits and shows how a dog’s head position changes in order to try and reduce pressure through an uncomfortable limb.
We thought we would post something a little bit different. All our cases get a baseline gait analysis in order to see what is normal now and see how it might change in the future. This is important for healthy dogs to see if we can pick up early changes that might suggest arthritis, and for arthritic dogs to monitor their responses to therapy. In a series of three videos, we will show some of the common gaits we see, starting with a normal trot. Enjoy! 🐾
We just can’t get enough of Denbigh on the treadmill – what an absolute pro! Three months after polyacrylamide hydrogel to both his hips for osteoarthritis and he is going from strength to strength. He’s exercising better, playing with other dogs again, and is very happy.
It is always important to realise that there is no cure for OA, but with targeted approaches to changing the joint environment such as polyacrylamide, and lifestyle management such as weight and exercise control, we can make a huge difference to these dogs’ lives. Routine monitoring is essential to make sure that when there is deterioration it is picked up early and dealt with. Well done Denbigh – onward and upward!
Remember Denbigh? Before therapy he couldn’t go for a walk without taking rests and 4 weeks after treatment of both hips with polyacrylamide hydrogel look at him fly!
A much happier boy and hopefully now able to start a recovery programme to build up his muscle strength and help keep him as comfortable as possible for as long as possible.
Well done Denbigh!!
Chip Gait Analysis
This is the very handsome Chip who came to see us for a baseline assessment as he has been having some mobility problems. He smashed the treadmill as if he’d done it all his life! We have a plan now and he is hopefully on the path to a more comfortable life. Well done Chip!
As Bonfire Night approaches, it's time to prepare and ensure your pets feel safe and happy during the festivities! Watch our video for valuable tips to keep your dogs and cats comfortable during this season. Remember, a little preparation goes a long way! 🐶😺
#BonfireNightPrep #PetSafety #HappyPets
Great Danes' Visit to Nupsala Musculoskeletal Clinic
Putting the Great into Great Dane! We had the pleasure of seeing Ace and his friend Angel at our clinic this week! He was a star on the gait analysis treadmill, and we can't wait to see him again when he returns for therapy. 🤩
#PawfectPatient #GreatDane #GaitAnalysis #ZebrisTreadmill
Katie the Resilient Tripaw Dog
Check out this amazing lady! Katie is an active 10-year-old Border Terrier cross Jack Russell who lost her leg at 5 months old and has been bearing weight abnormally ever since. As abnormal load can be associated with joint pathology, Katie has been in for an assessment to find the best options for her future.
#doglife #tripawlife
Hugo the Dachshund
Big things come in small packages!
Despite his size, Hugo was incredibly brave and did a fantastic job on the treadmill and PainTrace exam. It just goes to show that the treadmill can be used to help all creatures - big or small! 🐾
#Dachshund #SmallButMighty #PainTrace #ZebrisTreadmill
Clinic Mascot
Say hello to Khepri. Our new mascot! Khepri is a 9 year old beautiful Basenji, owned by one of our veterinary nurses - Arianne, and is a very well behaved boy 🐶 We are delighted to have Khepri in our clinic, as you can see he is trying out our gait analysis treadmill!
#basenji #nupsalamsk
Firework season is nearly here🎇and as much as we all look forward to watching the displays this weekend, we have some tips to make sure your pets feel safe and comfortable. Have a great weekend! 🎆
#fireworknight #guyfawks #fireworkseason #bonfire #nupsala #nupsalaveterinaryservice #nupsalaclinic #nupsalamsk #comfort #safe #fireworkweekend #healthypet #pets
Happy cat day!
Nupsala is celebrating cat day today, spread the word by uploading a photo of your cat and tag us!🐱
Today is #WorldArthritisDay!
#Arthritis is an inflammatory joint disorder which causes severe pain, stiffness and can also be life threatening to our pets. While it can't be cured, it can certainly be managed. Watch the video to learn how Teddy's arthritis was treated by the clinic team. 🐶
Let's make a commitment to take care of our pets' health on World Arthritis Day. Give us a call to make an appointment for a health check; we are here to help.
Duke using the treadmill
No, you’re not seeing things!
This is the very talented Duke, making the treadmill look easy!
Duke is a very handsome 18-month-old Maine Coon cat, and here he is having a bit of fun testing out the equipment.
Cats are very prone to osteoarthritis, with some studies showing that more than 90% of cats older than 10 years will have one or more joints affected. Unfortunately, much less is known about arthritis in cats than in dogs, but we do know that it can happen at any age, and it still negatively affects mobility and wellbeing. Cats can compensate very well with arthritis, but there are some common symptoms such as unwillingness to jump, difficulty climbing, poor coat quality due to reduced grooming, and struggling to toilet properly. There is also some evidence that chronic pain can lead to psychological stress and behaviour change. The good news is that lots can be done about feline arthritis, from medication, joint injections, and lifestyle changes.
Contact us to find out more!
Lovely to meet you Duke!
#felineosteoarthritis #veterinaryosteoarthritis #cat #cathealth
Meet the beautiful and talented Police Dog Kez!
Kez came to visit the Nupsala Musculoskeletal Clinic as she was recently diagnosed with degenerative lumbosacral disease by her vet. This is a painful spinal condition that can be seen in big dogs, and especially in working dogs. As a fully trained Police Dog with Northamptonshire Police, Kez needs to get back to helping the public as soon as possible. She had a session on the gait treadmill to look at her lameness, and then an injection into the area under a quick general anaesthetic to help increase her mobility and make her comfortable.
Thank you for being a perfect patient Kez!
