The Dogs That Can podcast is about what you can do to help your dog get moving again after injury or illness. Sarah Mackeigan, your host and canine rehab therapist is passionate about empowering pet parents (aka owners) to be engaged members of their dog’s mobility team. Many dog parents are unaware of the options available to them beyond medication, rest, and/or surgery when their dog is injured. The aim of this podcast is to provide up to date, credible, and understandable information from rehab and wellness experts from around the globe, helping us all learn while instilling hope of what is possible. You can learn more about Sarah and find additional resources at upwarddogrehab.com or within the Living with Dogs with Disabilities Facebook group which is a supportive and informative community.
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The Dogs That Can podcast is about what you can do to help your dog get moving again after injury or illness. Sarah Mackeigan, your host and canine rehab therapist is passionate about empowering pet parents (aka owners) to be engaged members of their dog’s mobility team. Many dog parents are unaware of the options available to them beyond medication, rest, and/or surgery when their dog is injured. The aim of this podcast is to provide up to date, credible, and understandable information from rehab and wellness experts from around the globe, helping us all learn while instilling hope of what is possible. You can learn more about Sarah and find additional resources at upwarddogrehab.com or within the Living with Dogs with Disabilities Facebook group which is a supportive and informative community.
#4 Canine Osteoarthritis 101 - Know the Signs & How to Slow It Down
Dogs That Can!
22 minutes
1 year ago
#4 Canine Osteoarthritis 101 - Know the Signs & How to Slow It Down
At least 20% of dogs over age one, and 80% of dogs over age eight, suffer from arthritis. Avoid being blindsided and start slowing the progression today!
We have some powerful interviews to share with you this month and this podcast helps lays the foundation for learning so that you can get the most out of upcoming interviews AND start helping your dog today!
In this episode, we talk about:
What osteoarthritis (OA) is
Stages of OA
Whether or not your dog is at risk
How to recognize the subtle behavior and mobility changes that indicate pain
How to slow disease progression at various stages
Interventions at various stage of disease to improve your dog’s mobility
Diet, exercise, and alternative treatment options
Professional and pet parent resources to help you help your dog feel better and move better!
Dogs That Can!
The Dogs That Can podcast is about what you can do to help your dog get moving again after injury or illness. Sarah Mackeigan, your host and canine rehab therapist is passionate about empowering pet parents (aka owners) to be engaged members of their dog’s mobility team. Many dog parents are unaware of the options available to them beyond medication, rest, and/or surgery when their dog is injured. The aim of this podcast is to provide up to date, credible, and understandable information from rehab and wellness experts from around the globe, helping us all learn while instilling hope of what is possible. You can learn more about Sarah and find additional resources at upwarddogrehab.com or within the Living with Dogs with Disabilities Facebook group which is a supportive and informative community.
