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Most animal owners do not realise how senior dogs are subject to chronic pain. Even more, most pet owners do not see “chronic pain” as pain. Chronic pain causes the dog to slow down. So when you notice your animal is “slowing down” in his regular activities, it may mean that he is in pain. […]

Is your dog is stressed? Stress can be of physical or of emotional origin. Your dog’s personality, his disposition, his fear, his anxiety and sometimes his boredom can add to this nervous stress. Equally at the same time, a busy training schedule causes the athletic dog a lot of undue stress, both physical and emotional.  […]

The ancient philosophy of Chinese medicine states that health comes from being in balance and harmony with all things, balance being a perfect state in which no aspect is either deficient or in excess. This belief is central to most natural alternative medicine such as chiropractic, massage and physiotherapy. Muscle Weakness During a massage, when […]

Lyme disease is one of the most common tick-transmitted diseases in the world. Lyme disease affects humans, horse and dogs, but is rarely seen in cats. Opinions vary regarding symptoms, diagnosis, vaccination controversies and treatment options. Lyme disease is caused by an organism known as a spirochaete and named Borrelia burgdorferi. It is transmitted by […]

Caring daily for your dog wellness allows you to quickly pick up on any abnormal behavior or symptoms. Your caring massage will even detect abnormalities much earlier than by sight allowing you to take immediate action. Regular stretching will also provide you direct feedback on your dog flexibility, or lack of… In time these preventive […]

That’s right! Your dog can be your best partner in keeping you young. The amount of activity you generate with your canine companion dog will keep you healthy and help you look young and live a longer life. That’s a fact! Exercising with your pet is the best choice of  a “health lifestyle” you will […]

As your dog ages, symptoms of change become more apparent; more careful steps, reluctance to jump from or to high levels, grey hairs around the muzzle, face and body, and a general slowing down in all activities. The Aging Process Animals and humans share the aging process; an aging pet suffers from an overall slowing […]

Heat and cold applications are used to relieve pain in acute or chronic conditions and in inflammatory disorders for both humans and animals. Heat and cold are still the best treatment in the practice of pain control. Because they affect the superficial nerve endings, both heat and cold decrease pain and muscle tension. No other […]

The canine world has strongly benefited from the progress of modern sport medicine. The benefits of alternative medicines such as massage therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractic and acupuncture, no longer need to be proven. Such therapies have become widely accepted and recognized by the traditional medical community. Massage as a Preventive Therapy Active dogs, like human athletes, […]

A little exercise goes a long way. It keeps your dog healthy by increasing his vitality, maximizing oxygenation of the musculature and assisting the removal of toxins. Exercises help build good, strong bones and muscles for a better overall performance. General Care Exercises Regular exercises calm down the central nervous system, helping him sleep better, […]