Tag Archives: arthritis management
Benefits of Canine Massage
There are all sorts of signs during and after a massage therapy session, that it has been of benefit. As well as the dog moving more freely and balanced, typically we finish with a dog comfortably relaxed on the floor. … Continue reading
Cheap but effective ways of rebuilding muscle tone in your dog – the Sticky Licky Mat
Our Sarah has been through a bit of a time with it all lately. She had a large cyst on her wrist for the past few months which started to open. Rather than risk infection, the vets opted to remove … Continue reading
Maintaining the quality of life of a dog with physical therapy
My Luther is the dog I’ve worked with longest – over 3 years. When he was first referred to AchyPaw, his Dads had run out of ideas to help with his increasing arthritis in his hips. He had gone off … Continue reading
Senior Dog Massage : Helping to support your dog through their silver faced years
Benefits of maintenance therapy for senior dogs
Seeing the results of our maintenance physical therapy is heart-warming. Seeing it with the senior boys and girls is even more. When Chris was asked to take over the treatment of glamorous silver faced Pudding in July, she had a … Continue reading
Pet Natural Health Day : Saturday 22nd September 2018
On Saturday 22nd September, The Pet Shed Brighton (100 Preston Drove, BN1 6EW) is hosting a Pet Natural Health Day with local specialists in various fields of animal health and well-being. On offer will be 6 x 15 minute free … Continue reading
Seniors Sunday at St Leonards
Last New Years Eve, I was invited over to St. Leonards to help 13 year old Corkie and his Dad deal with Corkie’s newly diagnosed arthritis. Between us, we went through a special massage and exercise routine to help his … Continue reading
Looking beyond the diagnosis
During the years of working with dogs, we’ve encountered many different names. As well as the Sams, Alfies and Billys we have Lord Nelson, Mr Darcy, Luther, Hector, Muppet and Auntie Pearl. And the other weekend Chris went to treat … Continue reading
This is why we do what we do…..
“Dear Les and Chris, our parents were impressed with how quiet we were when you came in to our house. Normally we have to warn them of strangers but we knew that we didn’t need to worry about you both. … Continue reading
Two IAAT CPD accredited & promoted workshops for 2018 “Supporting your dog to reach their full potential through every stage of their life”
Cathie Forbes (Southdowns Canine Massage) and Dr Les Ellam (AchyPaw Canine Physical Therapy) have combined their knowledge to design a series of workshops which have been accredited and promoted by the IAAT (International Association of Animal Therapists). We are both … Continue reading
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