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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The dog’s knee joint – why it’s particularly prone to joint problems & how you can strengthen it as a dog owner
22. February 2024
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The dog’s knee joint is probably the most complex joint in the dog. In addition, along with the elbow and hip joints, it is one ...
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Relaxed Christmas days for your dog – feel-good moments with massage & Co.
22. February 2024
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Christmas days often mean hustle and bustle and excitement for our dogs. Many things are different, you get a visitor or visit the family. This ...
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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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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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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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Strain in dogs – how it occurs, what it means and how to treat it.
16. July 2020
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Just like us humans, dogs can also pull a muscle. Maybe you know it, that your dog just ran happily and wildly with his dog ...
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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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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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6 valuable tips for the fall – how to help your dog with osteoarthritis
20. August 2019
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If a dog suffers from joint diseases such as osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia or spondylosis, fall is the time of year when joints often hurt and ...
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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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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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Movement of puppies & young dogs – exercise ideas for balance & coordination & which movements are taboo!
14. May 2019
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The last article was already about how much a puppy or young dog may and should be moved. In this article, I want to give ...
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Exercise in puppies and young dogs – how much is healthy and what is right?
6. May 2019
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When a puppy moves in, it’s an exciting time. You want to show him the world and experience everything together. The exploratory urge of the ...
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How long can my old dog go for a walk and how much exercise does he need anyway?!
23. April 2019
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That’s a question I get asked all the time. But how much exercise is actually good for older dogs? And is it even possible to ...
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Water rod in dogs – that’s why not only dogs that swim get sick
9. April 2019
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Canine water boarding is still a very under-researched disease. It got its name from the fact that it often affects dogs that have been swimming ...
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Muscle training dog: Isometric training of the front legs & shoulders
19. March 2019
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Isometric exercises are often considered rather boring and often fall behind in exercise training for dogs. Especially in times when people are told that exercise ...
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Guest article: Isometric training in dog training and behavioral training respectively
26. February 2019
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If you’ve been following my blog for a while, you know that I’m a big fan of isometric exercises and always see the close interaction ...
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HAPPYFIT – active exercise training for your dog’s fitness – incl. Training Plan!
23. February 2019
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You would like to start active movement training with your dog and are looking for exercises for your dog? With active movement exercises you offer ...
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Cycling with dog – these things you should know!
29. January 2019
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Especially in spring and summer, cycling with the dog is a popular sporting activity. When done correctly, it’s a great workout for the dog. It ...
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Bone cancer in dogs – all the facts about the disease
15. January 2019
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Bone cancer is a common cancer in dogs. There’s no need to beat around the fact that the prognosis is extremely poor. However, it is ...
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Ginger for dogs – help with osteoarthritis, hip dysplasia & Co.
18. December 2018
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In humans, ginger has long been known to be healthy and healing. But what about the dog. Can you also give ginger to the dog? ...
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Vestibular syndrome in dogs – the most important behavior tips
27. November 2018
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Vestibular syndrome in dogs is a far more common condition in our four-legged friends than most think. After Snowy came down with vestibular syndrome at ...
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Vestibular syndrome in dogs – the most important facts about the disease!
30. October 2018
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As many of you know Snowy has recently suffered from vestibular syndrome. As a dog physiologist, I too am simply “just” a dog owner at ...
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Patellar luxation: causes, consequences and important facts about the clinical picture
16. October 2018
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Most dog owners have heard of patellar luxation in relation to joint disease in dogs. It is safe to assume that everyone has also frequently ...
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Devil’s claw – this is how it helps your dog with joint diseases!
2. October 2018
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Devil’s claw is a medicinal plant native to Africa. However, their effect is now known far beyond the borders of Africa. After being used in ...
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You want to buy a dog coat? – this is what you should pay attention to
18. September 2018
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In the article “Dog coat – for which dogs it is indispensable” you have already learned why and when a dog coat is important and ...
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Dog coat – for which dogs it is indispensable?
4. September 2018
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The topic of dog coat is always hotly debated. I’m not talking about a dog coat from a fashion point of view or as an ...
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Osteoarthritis in dogs – 7 important tips for behavior
19. August 2018
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Every dog person has actually heard of osteoarthritis in dogs. It is one of the most common joint diseases in our four-legged friends. Osteoarthritis is ...
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Do you know the 4 degrees of severity of patellar luxation?!
14. August 2018
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Patellar luxation is a joint disease in dogs that is very common – especially in smaller dogs. But although it is on everyone’s lips, it ...
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How to keep your dog moving despite the heat – 3 active exercises for your dog
23. July 2018
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The warm summer temperatures have us fully in their grip and thus the daily walks with us are shorter. Especially Snowy, who is a bit ...
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Your dog does not like to swim or is not allowed to? – Treading water for dogs – the alternative
11. July 2018
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Treading water for dogs is becoming more and more popular. But why actually? Dogs can swim, right? Plus, it sounds mind-numbing. But they do exist, ...
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Swimming with a dog – these 10 points you should consider!
4. July 2018
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Swimming with dog is a popular activity in the hot summer months. Many dogs love to swim and frolic in the cool water. A welcome ...
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Spinal cord infarction in dogs – clinical picture, symptoms & diagnosis
26. April 2018
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It does not always have to be a slipped disc behind it, if it comes with a dog from a movement suddenly to a paralysis. ...
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10 important facts about cycling with dog
3. April 2018
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In spring, the first rays of sunshine draw us all outside and activities with our dogs are twice as much fun! Then you also see ...
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Vacation with dog – Fit on vacation with this simple training! (advertisement)
28. March 2018
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The vacation season starts again and what could be better for us dog owners than to spend the vacation with our dogs. Even though we ...
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Degenerative Myelopathy – Behavioral Tips Part III of the Blog Series
6. March 2018
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Degenerative Myelopathy is a dreaded disease among dog owners. A genetic cause is suspected, but it has not been completely clarified. This disease is particularly ...
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Degility – 5 things you should definitely know about the dog sport!
28. February 2018
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For me as a physiotherapist, the health aspect is of course the main focus when it comes to dog sports. Because sure, dog sports should ...
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Degenerative Myelopathy Part I – the clinical picture, causes, diagnosis & therapy goals.
14. February 2018
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Degenerative Myelopathy is a disease of the spinal cord that results in a slowly progressive complete paralysis of the dog. This results in demyelization and ...
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Collagen peptides for dogs – Our experience with Collagile Dog
29. November 2017
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When it comes to dietary supplements for joint diseases, Collagile Dog is currently on everyone’s lips. But what is it actually all about? We wanted ...
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Patellar luxation – These 9 important symptoms you should know!
21. November 2017
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Patellar luxation is one of the most common musculoskeletal disorders in dogs. But just as often it is “overlooked” by the dog owner, or the ...
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The walk as a training unit for your dog – “Trimm-Dich” for four-legged friends
15. November 2017
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You want to make the walk with your dog not only exciting, but also at the same time have the opportunity to do something for ...
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10 indispensable tips if your dog suffers from spondylosis!
8. November 2017
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Spondylosis is a real “common disease” in our dogs. Many of our four-legged friends fall ill with it in the course of their lives – ...
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Pain in the dog – When the dog does not sit and training is of no use – Guest article Bothshunde
25. October 2017
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Pain in dogs is big topic. Dogs show that they are in pain in different ways. Behavior can also show that a dog is in ...
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