TES Veterinary Physiotherapist - Top Tips
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
On top of the damage that can easily be caused by these repetitive movements involved in chasing a ball, generally when a dog is engaging in ball chasing, they have not had the opportunity to fully “warm up” their muscles. Please consider ditching that ball chucker and engaging in activities which are kinder to your dog’s body and mind. I
On top of the damage that can easily be caused by these repetitive movements involved in chasing a ball, generally when a dog is engaging in ball chasing, they have not had the opportunity to fully “warm up” their muscles. Please consider ditching that ball chucker and engaging in activities which are kinder to your dog’s body and mind. I have seen many serious injuries resulting from ball throwing.
Cover Slippery Floors
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Slipping does not only happen if a dog runs at speed through the house. If you watch your dog move through the house, watch closely and you will see that often their paws slip slightly on every step. Even these small slips can cause damage – to older dogs it can cause immediate pain, and to puppies and younger dogs it can cause damage over time.
Keep Your Dog at Good Weight
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Help your dogs in and out of cars
Overweight pets are more likely to…
- Live a less active and shorter life
- Be less tolerant to heat and humidity
- Medications are based on weight, so the heavier they are the more they need
- Be more prone to joint and mobility problems
- Develop skin problems
- Be at greater risk during surgery
- Be disinterested in exercise and play
- Often have high blood
Overweight pets are more likely to…
- Live a less active and shorter life
- Be less tolerant to heat and humidity
- Medications are based on weight, so the heavier they are the more they need
- Be more prone to joint and mobility problems
- Develop skin problems
- Be at greater risk during surgery
- Be disinterested in exercise and play
- Often have high blood pressure
- Be at greater risk of developing diabetes
- Be at greater risk of developing arthritis
Help your dogs in and out of cars
Chuck the Chucker / Ball Throwing
Help your dogs in and out of cars
Dogs develop degenerative joint disease for a multitude of reasons over a lifetime, but there is a concern that dogs jumping repeatedly from car boots may be at increased risk of developing this type of condition. Please consider using a step or stairs to help your dog into and out of the car.