Movement training for young dogs – 2 active exercises for a good body feeling and coordination
22. February 2024
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When a young dog moves in, as a dog owner you delight in his clumsy and often awkward movements as he explores the world step ...
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Fine motor skills in dogs – with these exercises you promote them
22. February 2024
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You know how it is: you see dogs that move easily, effortlessly and elegantly. And then there are those who seem to bump mercilessly everywhere ...
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Exercise training for osteoarthritis in dogs – these 3 active exercises promote joint mobility and strengthen the muscles
22. February 2024
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Osteoarthritis is one of the most common joint diseases in dogs. The joints that bear most of the body’s weight are often affected. These include ...
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Proprioception in dogs – what it means, why it’s so important and how you can train it
22. February 2024
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Proprioception in dogs – have you ever heard of it? Behind the complicated word proprioception lies the depth sensitivity and self-awareness of the body. In ...
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The right substrate in exercise and fitness training for dogs – why it is so important!
22. February 2024
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Actually, I never really planned to take up this topic in a blog post. But it’s actually still pretty common that I see a lot ...
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Standing training for dogs – why the standing position is the basis for movement (training)
22. February 2024
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The stand training with the dog – many dog owners know it as a signal for standing still e.g. before crossing a street. But let’s ...
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Pain-free through autumn and winter with joint problems – 5 tips to support your dog in everyday life!
22. February 2024
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If there’s one thing our dogs suffer from when it comes to joint problems, it’s the cold, wet weather in the fall and winter. If ...
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Exercise training for hip dysplasia and hip osteoarthritis in dogs – with these 2 exercises you specifically strengthen the hip & hindquarters of your dog
22. February 2024
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After recently presenting two active exercises that youcan use ifyour dog has back problems, in this article I present two active exercises from movement training ...
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Isometric training to reduce stress – mastering stressful situations
19. December 2023
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Isometric training looks very unspectacular at first glance. However, the effect on the dog is great in every respect. Isometric training is physically and mentally ...
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Dog fitness – challenge dogs in a healthy way without overtaxing them
24. October 2022
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Dog fitness training is becoming more and more popular. Not without reason. It’s a great way for dog people to actively do something for their ...
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Back training for dogs – with these two exercises you strengthen the muscles and promote mobility
29. September 2020
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Many dogs have back problems in the course of their lives and dog owners want to support their four-legged friends with targeted back training for ...
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HAPPYFIT 2.0 Dog Fitness – free 6 day training plan and exercise instructions for your dog!
2. September 2020
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The topic of dog fitness and exercise training is becoming increasingly popular among dog owners. I have been passionate about it for a number of ...
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This is how you as a dog owner can specifically support your dog after a torn ligament!
18. August 2020
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When a dog suffers a torn ligament, the question often arises as to what can be actively done as a dog owner to support the ...
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Torn ligament in dog – causes, symptoms, diagnosis & treatment
11. August 2020
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Torn ligaments in dogs are one of the most common injuries in dog sports. The dog’s body has a variety of ligaments that provide stability ...
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Dog fitness training vs. trick training – what are the differences?
4. August 2020
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Lately I have been asked more often where the difference is between dog fitness training or exercise training and trick training. Basically, the two don’t ...
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Vestibular syndrome – how to support the mobility of the dog
23. June 2020
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Vestibular syndrome is a condition that predominantly affects older dogs. For dog owners it is usually associated with a great fright, because the dog is ...
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Why performance pressure is out of place in exercise & fitness training for dogs
10. June 2020
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Recently, exercise training and dog fitness are experiencing a real hype. Basically, I am of course pleased that dog owners are concerned with the health ...
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Osteoarthritis = sparing? – Why it’s so important to keep your dog moving when he has joint problems
26. May 2020
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When dog owners receive a diagnosis of osteoarthritis in their dog, they are usually unsure what is still good for their dog in terms of ...
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Healthy dog sports – your dog’s health in mind! Interview at dog sport Nubi
28. April 2020
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The topic of dog sports – and especially healthy dog sports – is something I encounter again and again and more and more as a ...
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How good dog training is built and why it’s important that your dog is doing well in the process! – Guest article by Anne Bucher
28. April 2020
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In many of my blog articles I have already looked at the topic of pain from different angles. It is a broad subject area and ...
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2 effective exercises to strengthen your dog’s coordination and body awareness
17. March 2020
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Many dogs, surprisingly, have relatively poor body awareness and body consciousness. For them, their body stops behind the torso. This inevitably leads to uneven loading ...
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Fitness training for dogs – why balance pads & co. should not be used for fun
3. March 2020
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Fitness training in dogs is always inevitably associated with balance pads and balance boards in all colors and sizes. But why actually?! I thought long ...
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Toe joint arthrosis in dogs – when the paws hurt with every step
18. February 2020
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When a dog suffers from osteoarthritis in the toes – that is, arthritis of the toe joint – it is usually downplayed and trivialized. It’s ...
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Joint pain in dogs – when every step is uncomfortable
4. February 2020
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Joint pain in dogs is a topic that is gaining more and more awareness and importance. However, this was not always the case. Considering that ...
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Why it’s so important that your dog sits properly!
21. January 2020
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No, this is not about obedience training. Sitting is just like standing a normal basic posture of our dogs. But if you look around you ...
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How to move your dog properly after a herniated disc!
29. October 2019
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When a dog has suffered a herniated disc, the first thing you think is that he needs everything at that moment, but no movement. But ...
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The dog in summer – swimming, exercise & employment – Summer Best Of
12. July 2019
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We are already in the middle of the vacation season and there are of course again great activities with our dogs on the program. Maybe ...
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These are the points to consider when exercising your dog in high summer temperatures – no ifs, ands or buts!
2. July 2019
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In my doggy fitness training group, the question was recently asked about how best to do it on these particularly warm days, in terms of ...
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4 Tips to get a dog with joint problems back in shape fast & what you should avoid!
28. May 2019
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Joint problems in dogs are an issue that affects almost every dog owner in the course of a dog’s life. Again and again dog owners ...
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Dog piercing – what it means and how it is treated
27. July 2017
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Canine limping (hypermobility) is an overmovement of a joint caused by a weakness in connective tissue or ligaments. Not only older dogs can be affected. ...
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Dog sprain – how to recognize it and what you can do
25. May 2017
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A sprain in a dog can happen quickly. Most dog owners will be familiar with the scenario: just now the four-legged friend is romping wildly ...
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Everyday exercise vs. exercise training in dogs – these are the differences
2. February 2017
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Your dog moves every day and yet the question arises: is movement equal to exercise? On your walks, when he plays or stomps through the ...
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Walking your senior dog – how to move your dog properly
21. December 2016
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We just can’t stop it. At some point, our beloved four-legged friends get older. And walking with your senior changes, too. Feeling from one day ...
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Poor claw care harms your dog’s joints!
17. November 2016
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Claw care in dogs is extremely important! Claw care is a topic that makes many dog owners break out in a cold sweat just reading ...
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21 points that tell you if your dog is in pain!
27. October 2016
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How can you tell if your dog is in pain? Not sure if your dog is in pain or uncomfortable? Your dog cannot speak. Therefore, ...
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Patellar luxation – the clinical picture and how to help your dog
5. May 2016
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“Common disease” patellar luxation in dogs Patellar luxation is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders in dogs. But it is just as often “overlooked” ...
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