Dogs That Can!

Sarah MacKeigan
Dogs That Can!

The Dogs That Can podcast is about what you can do to help your dog get moving again after injury or illness. Sarah Mackeigan, your host and canine rehab therapist is passionate about empowering pet parents (aka owners) to be engaged members of their dog’s mobility team. Many dog parents are unaware of the options available to them beyond medication, rest, and/or surgery when their dog is injured. The aim of this podcast is to provide up to date, credible, and understandable information from rehab and wellness experts from around the globe, helping us all learn while instilling hope of what is possible. You can learn more about Sarah and find additional resources at upwarddogrehab.com or within the Living with Dogs with Disabilities Facebook group which is a supportive and informative community.

Épisodes

  1. #8 Lesson 2: How to Massage Your Dog with Low Back Pain

    28/12/2024

    #8 Lesson 2: How to Massage Your Dog with Low Back Pain

    Want to learn how to reduce your dog’s low back pain with massage?  This is lesson 2 of a special 3 part learning experience for pet parents that want to improve their dog’s  comfort and mobility but aren’t sure where to start.   In this episode, you will learn how to prepare your space, yourself, and your dog for massage.  Sarah is a licensed physiotherapist and canine rehab therapist with a passion for empowering the pet parent.  She teaches you how to gauge and adjust your pressure during the massage for the best experience and you expands your knowledge, identifying key anatomical landmarks on your dog that help ensure your massaging the right muscle groups. Follow along in the downloadable pdf workbook and enhance your learning.   This 3 part series is designed to be a complement to professional veterinary care and includes actionable steps. If your dog does experience back pain, seek out veterinary care immediately. In the last episode we learned about the indicators of pain and contraindications to massage for dogs with back pain.  Download the pdf using the link below for optimal learning. PDF download to go with the audio: upwarddogrehab.ac-page.com/massage-pdf   Brought to you by www.upwarddogrehab.com  RESOURCES  Podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/ Upward Dog Rehab & Wellness https://upwarddogrehab.com  Virtual Consults with Sarah https://upwarddogrehab.com/virtual/11-virtual-coaching/  Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities  Relaxing dog massage video: https://youtu.be/mqR3iU6nmHY?si=KuKkRnULSWmp7VeR

    15 min
  2. 23/12/2024

    #7 How to Massage Your Dog with Low Back Pain: Lesson 1 of 3 + Bonus Gift!

    Does your dog have back pain and you want to massage them at home but are worried you will hurt them?   It’s common to feel scared or unsure when dealing with pain in our beloved dog, and that fear can stop us from taking action.  Today we are going to take the first steps in overcoming this fear.   In this episode, you will learn the signs of back pain in dogs, common causes, and when massage is safe or not.  This is the first of 3 special podcasts designed to help pet parents feel more competent and confident massaging their dog when they have back pain.  I’m Sarah MacKeigan and in addition to hosting this podcast, I am a physiotherapist and canine rehab therapist, and have created a detailed PDF guide that goes along with the next 3 pods (including this one) as my holiday gift to you and your dog.  Link is below the description. This episode sets the foundational knowledge to get comfortable and get started with canine massage for low back pain. These episodes are designed to be a complement to professional veterinary care and include actionable steps for learning.  Be sure to download the pdf using the link below. PDF download to go with the audio: upwarddogrehab.ac-page.com/massage-pdf   Brought to you by www.upwarddogrehab.com  RESOURCES  Podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/ Upward Dog Rehab & Wellness https://upwarddogrehab.com  Virtual Consults with Sarah https://upwarddogrehab.com/virtual/11-virtual-coaching/  Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities  Relaxing dog massage video: https://youtu.be/mqR3iU6nmHY?si=KuKkRnULSWmp7VeR

    16 min
  3. Ep#6  How to Recognize & Relieve Your Dog's Arthritis Pain with Dr. Hannah Capon

    05/10/2024

    Ep#6 How to Recognize & Relieve Your Dog's Arthritis Pain with Dr. Hannah Capon

    How do you recognize and relieve chronic arthritic pain in your dog beyond medications? This episode of the Dogs That Can Podcast features an insightful and moving interview with Dr. Hannah Capon, a UK veterinarian and founder of Canine Arthritis Management (CAM), an online education and support service for care givers of arthritic dogs and professionals working with them. Hannah has an incredible passion for chronic pain management, geriatrics and musculoskeletal health and rehabilitation and has been awarded for her tireless work on Canine Arthritis Management (CAM).  In this episode you’ll hear: *The complexities of treating chronic pain associated with arthritis *Signs of arthritic pain in a young dog versus a senior dog *Risk factors for arthritis *Acknowledgement of the emotional toll on pet owners an *Practical tips for improving dogs’ quality of life and overall mobility beyond just anti-inflammatories.  *Valuable tools for supporting your dog’s health. ************** Brought to you by www.upwarddogrehab.com  Visit us at https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/  RESOURCES (Guest) Canine Arthritis Management: https://caninearthritis.co.uk  Canine Arthritis Matters Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/canine-arthritis-matters/id1760134169  CAM on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritis Free downloads  from CAM https://caninearthritis.co.uk/how-cam-can-help/downloads/ The Chronic Pain Symposium https://membership.elearning.vet/chronic-pain-symposium-2024 CONNECT with SARAH Listen on the podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/ Download our Free PDF: Home Mobility Checklist: https://upwarddogrehab.com/home-checklist/  Sign Up for Rehab Reflections Newsletter: https://upwarddogrehab.activehosted.com/f/33  Learn about Virtual Mobility Consults with Sarah https://upwarddogrehab.com/virtual/11-virtual-coaching/  Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities  Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UpwardDogRehab  Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/upwarddogrehab/  Watch on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UpwardDogRehab  Read about Upward Dog Rehab & Wellness  https://upwarddogrehab.com  Thanks for listening!  #mydogcan

    1 h 2 min
  4. 26/08/2024

    #5 Dog Wheelchairs and How to Measure your Dog for the Best Fit, with Dr. Jenny Moe

    A wheelchair can give an injured dog the gift of mobility and independence and it can also be a gait training tool to recover motor function.  Getting the correct fit for a dog wheelchair can be the difference whether your dog likes to use it or not.  Get the fit right the first time! In this special instructional video, Jenny Moe, canine rehab therapist and co-owner of Doggon Wheels, guides us through the process of measuring a dog for a wheelchair. I highly recommend your WATCH THIS EPISODE to get the most out of it Jenny demos the steps in measuring your dog correctly.  She also gives special tips for ensuring accurate measurements. (Watch on YouTube using this link: https://youtu.be/lKXUPpWI6B4?si=cSGHzrOxq9NxoL4I ) In addition, we are excited to off a Special Summer Savings on Navigating DM & Disc Disease.  Get recordings from both 2023 and 2024 for the price of one!  Viewers pay hundreds and sometimes thousands to listen to these speakers and its available to you until the end of August 2024 as a 2 for 1!! Don’t miss out on enhancing your knowledge to help your dog move better and feel healthier.  Special is available until midnight August 31, 2024. Suitable for pet parents, vets, rehab therapists and other professionals working with dogs. Use this link today and get started right away! 👉 Summer Savings on Navigating DM & Disc Disease https://livingwithdogswithdisabilities.thinkific.com/courses/navdm-ivdd-23-24  RESOURCES ⭐️👉 WATCH ON YOUTUBE: 🔗 https://youtu.be/lKXUPpWI6B4?si=cSGHzrOxq9NxoL4I or visit @upwarddogrehab on Youtube! *Podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/ *Navigating DM & Disc Disease 2023 & 2024 Savings https://livingwithdogswithdisabilities.thinkific.com/courses/navdm-ivdd-23-24  *Upward Dog Rehab & Wellness  https://upwarddogrehab.com  *Virtual Consults with Sarah https://upwarddogrehab.com/virtual/11-virtual-coaching/  *Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities  *Doggon Wheels https://doggon.com/  *Eddies Wheels https://eddieswheels.com/  *Walking Wheels https://www.walkinpets.com/ If this was helpful, remember to follow and share using 👉#mydogcan

    17 min
  5. #3 Part 2 with Dr Steve Marsden: Case Studies on Healing Ligament Injuries in Dogs

    03/06/2024

    #3 Part 2 with Dr Steve Marsden: Case Studies on Healing Ligament Injuries in Dogs

    If you have a dog with hip dysplasia or a torn cruciate you may be faced with the big decision of whether or not to do a very costly surgery and wondering if conservative management is an option.  In this episode of ’Dogs that Can’ podcast, host and canine rehab therapist Sarah MacKeigan and guest and integrative veterinarian, Dr. Steve Marsden, from Gold Standard Herbs and Ask Dr. Steve, discuss non-surgical approaches to healing hip dysplasia and cruciate injuries in dogs. Dr Marsden shares real-life cases illustrating what is felt on palpation of these injuries and demonstrating the body’s ability to heal itself naturally with treatment approaches including acupuncture, herbal formulas, and physiotherapy. Cases shared include: -Hip dysplasia with ligament laxity -Cruciate injury (CCL tear) -Sciatic pain mimicking hip dysplasia  ***Want to ask Dr Steve a question related to this podcast and/or your dog’s mobility? DEADLINE MIDNIGHT TUESDAY JUNE 4TH (24 hrs). You have 2 ways: 1. Join us live on June 5th at 1pm EST on Facebook @upwarddogrehab (post your question before the live) https://www.facebook.com/share/CyvCPVa5QujfnbVw/  2. Email us by midnight June 4th using the email address dogsthatcan@upwarddogrehab.com using subject line QUESTION FOR DR STEVE Please note that we won’t be able to answer all the questions sent and that we can’t treat or diagnosis in this setting. RESOURCES Email us a question for Dr Steve by midnight June 4th! dogsthatcan@upwarddogrehab.com  Join live on Facebook for Ask Dr Steve: https://www.facebook.com/share/CyvCPVa5QujfnbVw/  Corresponding video on palpating for SIJ fixations: https://youtu.be/wf-MJLizNRE  Check out Voltrex and Lumbrex at Gold Standard Herbs:  https://goldstandardherbs.com/?aff=3 .  (this is an affiliate link however it doesn’t impact the cost to you) Use Coupon Code DTC at checkout for a dollar off each bottle Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities Navigating DM & Disc Disease Replays: https://livingwithdogswithdisabilities.thinkific.com/courses/replays-2024-navdmandivdd  Join Dr Steve on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1158575954706282 Podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/   Be notified each time we drop a new episode, right to your inbox! https://upwarddogrehab.activehosted.com/app/forms/33 Thanks for listening!

    46 min
  6. #2. Dr Steve Marsden: The Science Behind Healing Cruciate Injuries and Hip Dysplasia Without Surgery

    24/05/2024

    #2. Dr Steve Marsden: The Science Behind Healing Cruciate Injuries and Hip Dysplasia Without Surgery

    Can you heal a cruciate tear or ligament laxity found in canine hip dysplasia without surgery? In this second episode of the ’Dogs That Came’ , host Sarah MacKeigan interviews Dr. Steve Marsden, one of the chief educators of veterinarians worldwide in the use of complementary and alternative therapies. He has been a guest speaker for veterinary courses, colleges, and associations spanning five continents, and is co-founder of the College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies.  Dr Steve is also the founder of Natural Path Herb Company and has made some of these herbal formulas available to the pet parent through Gold Standard Herbs.  You can also find him helping pet parents on Facebook at Ask Dr Steve DVM. In this episode you will learn: The common misconceptions about the irreparability of common canine ligament injuries How poor blood supply, exacerbated by NSAIDs, is a contributor to disease progression The physiological possibilities of healing these conditions Insight into alternative therapeutic methods, herbal therapies, diet changes, and physical therapies that can enhance healing and improve joint health   Scientific insights and practical advice on managing canine ligament injuries 00:00 Introduction to Healing Ligament Injuries in Dogs 00:29 Meet Dr. Steve Marsden: A Pioneer in Veterinary Medicine 00:54 The Dogs That Came Podcast Episode Begins 00:59 Challenging Traditional Beliefs on Ligament Healing 02:02 Exploring Cruciate Ligament Misconceptions 06:10 Addressing Hip Dysplasia and Ligament Healing 07:48 The Role of NSAIDs in Managing Pain and Inflammation 09:26 Understanding the Importance of Blood Supply in Healing 13:27 The Problem with NSAIDs 15:19 A Cruciate Case 21:00 Diet, Microbiome, and Their Impact on Joint Health 22:39 Herbal Remedies and Real Food Diets for Joint Health 33:31 Case Studies and Real-Life Applications 33:41 Closing Remarks and Invitation to Part Two RESOURCES Work with Sarah in person or online: www.upwarddogrehab.com Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities  Podcast website: https://dogthatcan.podbean.com/ Be notified each time we drop a new episode, right to your inbox!  https://upwarddogrehab.activehosted.com/app/forms/33 Ask Dr Steve a question on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1158575954706282 Check out Voltrex at Gold Standard Herbs:  https://goldstandardherbs.com/?aff=3 .  (this is an affiliate link however it doesn’t impact the cost to you) Use Coupon Code DTC at checkout for a dollar off each bottle Thanks for listening! #mydogcan

    35 min
  7. 16/05/2024

    #1 Injury Recovery & Why Your Dog Isn't Getting Better

    In the very first episode of the Dogs That Can podcast, host Sarah MacKeigan, a seasoned canine rehab therapist, introduces listeners to the world of canine rehabilitation, sharing personal experiences and professional insights to help dogs get back on their feet again. Sharing her personal journey with her dog’s CCL tears and later in life, degenerative myelopathy, Sarah explains why conventional rest and medication approaches may not always suffice for injury recovery. This episode emphasizes movement is medicine, exploring alternatives to surgery with conservative management and the pivotal role of canine rehab (dog physio). Sarah shares her goal of building a community that supports dogs with disabilities and aims to empower dog ‘parents’ with the knowledge to advocate for their canine companions by providing reliable information from global experts in canine rehab and wellness, and sharing uplifting stories from other pet parents. Visit us at upwarddogrehab.com   RESOURCES *Join Living with Dogs with Disabilities on Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/LivingwithDogswithDisabilities/   *Dr Paul Freeman’s lecture at Navigating DM & Disc Disease: https://livingwithdogswithdisabilities.thinkific.com/courses/replays-2024-navdmandivdd  *Find a Canine Rehab Therapist (Canada only):  Animal Rehab Division: https://physiotherapy.ca/divisions/animal-rehabilitation/  *Find a Certified Canine Rehab Therapist: Canine Rehab Institute: https://www.caninerehabinstitute.com/certifications/certified-canine-rehabilitation-therapist-ccrt-certification  *Find a Certified Canine Rehab Practitioner: University of Tennessee Canine Rehab: https://www.utvetrehab.com/canine-rehab-ccrp/ccrp-practitioners/  Thanks for listening! #mydogcan

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The Dogs That Can podcast is about what you can do to help your dog get moving again after injury or illness. Sarah Mackeigan, your host and canine rehab therapist is passionate about empowering pet parents (aka owners) to be engaged members of their dog’s mobility team. Many dog parents are unaware of the options available to them beyond medication, rest, and/or surgery when their dog is injured. The aim of this podcast is to provide up to date, credible, and understandable information from rehab and wellness experts from around the globe, helping us all learn while instilling hope of what is possible. You can learn more about Sarah and find additional resources at upwarddogrehab.com or within the Living with Dogs with Disabilities Facebook group which is a supportive and informative community.

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