“You are bonkers” is a phrase that I often hear. I smile as I write this as last night I delivered a talk to a local Women’s Group about my PCT hike. After the talk and grabbed a cuppa and a piece of cake a lady approached me and said “I just have to ask,…
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Doesn’t time fly? or, in this week’s article, doesn’t your dog fly? Yes – its performance time. The last of the 5 subtle indicators of pain. Fact – Sighthounds (Greyhounds and whippets e.g.) can fly! When they are at full speed their gait (locomotion) is called a double suspension, four-time asymmetrical gait. This is the…
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As we journey through life, we may find ourselves on a path that is not conventional and diverges from the norm. Life may lead us into unknown territory and choices that are a bit out of the ordinary. In this adventure of existence, we encounter a profound truth: the older we get, the more we…
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Welcome to another pooch corner blog. Over the last few weeks, we have covered gait, posture, and ADLs, but I think “behaviour” is probably the most common area where guardians are aware of when behaviours change but rarely understand the potential causes behind it. So without further ado, let’s look at behavioural changes, that may…
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In a world bustling with constant interactions and connections, it’s easy to overlook the most vital relationship of all – the one we have with ourselves. Yet, at the core of every interaction, every bond, and every experience lies the foundation of our self-worth and self-love. The quote, “Your relationship with yourself is what sets…
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This week our focus is on subtle indicators of pain associated with activities of daily living, everyday things that your dog does but maybe they’ve changed the way they’re doing them. Think of norm remember? Don’t assume that it’s simply something your dog does. So, this week we have eight areas to consider: Jumping on/off…
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Having returned from the hike of my life last June, I’ve now had some time for reflection. In the vast expanse of life’s journey, we often find ourselves standing at the trailhead, facing a path shrouded in uncertainty. I was certainly apprehensive, but also super excited to set foot across the Californian desert with all…
Read MoreHello and thank you for visiting the resource page for the Time management talk. I hope that you enjoyed the presentation. Resources and links: Book – Jay Shetty, Think Like a monk – here Book – Hal Elrod, The Miracle Equation – here Journal – The Five Minute Journal – here Journal – Travel…
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This week we’re looking at subtle indicators of pain associated with posture. Last week I mentioned Amy who owns the doggy day care, boarding and grooming business and the client she helped. Well, the indicator she discussed with her client would fall under posture. The dog who was being groomed had major fur changes /…
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In a world often fixated on superficial attributes like wealth, beauty, and intelligence, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. The truth is, while these qualities may initially grab attention, they pale in comparison to the profound impact of how we make others feel. Think about it—imagine encountering someone who possesses all the…
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