THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Paws up (on BOSU) USE THIS LINK to share this video with your clients: https://youtu.be/rLpziHQKpCo
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Shake and High Five USE THIS LINK to share this video with your clients: https://youtu.be/yERwxzgSi8o
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Begging as exercise USE THIS LINK to share this video with your clients: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJQjKD58e9c
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Using stairs to help dogs stretch Stretching on the stairs is a fun and easy way to help dogs stretch out hip muscles and joints. Dr. Kirkby Shaw demonstrates this technique with Arrow. USE THIS LINK to share with clients: https://youtu.be/DtUvGctKHdY
VIDEO: Stifle passive range of motion Performing stifle (knee) passive range of motion exercises with your dog is a great way to lubricate the joint and nourish the cartilage. Dr. Kirkby Shaw demonstrates the proper way to do this exercise and shares tips about when to […]
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Play Bow The play bow is one of Dr. Kirkby Shaw’s favorite exercises because it stretches both the front and rear legs, and helps build strength. Here, she demonstrates how to teach dogs to do play bow on command. SHARE THIS LINK […]
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE VIDEO: Teaching dogs backward walking Walking backward helps to strengthen dogs’ gluteal and hamstring muscles. Dr. Kirkby Shaw demonstrates how to teach this exercise to dogs by having Arrow perform backward walks. USE THIS LINK to share with clients: https://youtu.be/7qxPHrJNEh8
VIDEO: How to Perform a Comprehensive Orthopedic Exam Dr. Kirkby Shaw walks you through how to do a comprehensive orthopedic exam in your practice and demonstrates different ways she evaluates the dog during the exam. Additional resources Orthopedic exam form How to use the orthopedic exam form