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Which is better for dogs with arthritis, massage or stretching? The answer – it depends on what your goal is! Benefits of massage Many dogs develop very tight muscles in their shoulders, back, and hips as a result of arthritis. […]
Post by Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, Ph.D., CCRT, DACVS, DACVSMR As a rehab vet, I often get asked the question, “Which is better, swimming or walking in an underwater treadmill?” The answer is that it depends on what […]
Managing your dog’s arthritis is a team effort. The most important players on this team are of course you and your dog. But you will also need a veterinarian and her staff that is experienced and interested in pain management […]
Have you been wondering about using CBD for dogs with arthritis? There’s a lot of buzz around using CBD as a treatment for arthritis in dogs. However, it’s important to separate the rumors from real science and anecdotal owner experiences. […]
guest post by Angie Falcsik, CNWI, CCAS Pawsitive K-9 Obedience Professional K9 Trainer Certified Canine Athlete Specialist Certified K9 Nose Work® Instructor Do you know how to prevent injuries in your companion dog? When many of us hear the term […]
We know how important our veterinary professionals are for many of us, and for our pets! And if you have a veterinarian (and their team!) who has been there for your pet for issues big and small, you can’t imagine […]
We know that it’s important to keep our dogs from becoming overweight, but how do we know what our dog’s ideal body weight should be? The quick way to estimate your dog’s ideal weight is looking at a breed chart, […]
Each month we will review a published article that relates to canine osteoarthritis. Most articles will be specifically about canine OA diagnosis and treatment, but we will also dig into the translational research, meaning we will occasionally review an article […]
Laser therapy for OA Each month, we will review a published article that relates to OA. Most articles will be specifically about canine OA diagnosis and treatment, but we will also dig into the translational research, meaning we will occasionally […]
In honor of Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw’s alma mater, the University of Florida, CARE created a new recipe your dog is sure to love on warm days – the Gator Pupcicles! It’s made with pumpkin and blueberries and takes just […]
