Why Your Dogā€™s Nervous System Resists Quick Fixes #34 #canine #debono moves canine canine mobility feldenkrais method neuroplasticity Aug 21, 2024
 

Mary Debono challenges the common instinct to correct a dog’s posture or movement problems. Drawing from her extensive experience with Debono Moves and the Feldenkrais Methodā“‡, Mary explains why forcing a dog into a different posture may backfire by triggering the nervous...

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More Flexible Knees: A Mindful Approach to Easier Movement for YOU #30 canine feldenkrais method knee pain knee stiffness knees Jul 30, 2024
 

Watch your FREE video for more flexible knees! 

Ever wonder how you can enjoy more active time with your dog despite physical discomfort? This episode promises to teach you a gentle yet transformative approach to movement, inspired by the Feldenkrais Method. Learn how to...

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The Power to Help Your Dog is in Your Hands (Rhythm Circles) #6 canine canine connection debono moves dogs improving movement and well-being neuroplasticity relaxation rhythm circles stress reduction Feb 07, 2024
 

The canine summit is over, but you can still get the FREE video training by clicking here. 

In this episode of Easier Movement, Happier Dogs, I’m sharing a gentle, effective technique that can help your dog move in a more balanced, comfortable way as it promotes relaxation...

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EMHD Episode 4: A Better Story Makes a Better Dog #humanmind canine dogs Sep 20, 2022
 

Do you have limiting beliefs about yourself?

Maybe you think that you’re lacking in confidence, that you’ll never have money, that your best days are behind you, or some other belief that prevents you from living life to the fullest. You may also have limiting beliefs that...

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From Oh Sh*t to Okay #humanmind canine dogs Aug 05, 2020

Want to know how the Airedale recovered so quickly from carpal arthritis?

Curious how a yellow Lab returned to soundness after a devastating knee ligament injury?

Wondering how a 70-pound dog with debilitating spinal arthritis started running and playing again?   

 

They all had...

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A Surprise Benefit of Staying Home with Your Dog or Cat breathing canine cats dogs feline humans stress relief Apr 29, 2020

Some years ago, I walked into a sunlit, colorful living room in the coastal town of Laguna Nigel, California. The homeowner, a woman named Carol, was in her early 40’s and had shoulder-length, sandy-colored hair that was pulled back into a ponytail.  

I first met Carol a couple of...

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The Secret to Helping Dogs with Back Stiffness or Hip/Knee Injuries acl canine canine back stiffness canine hip canine knee injury ccl cranial cruciate ligament dogs lumbar circle lumbar lift Feb 05, 2020

Let’s say you see a dog who’s hurting. Maybe he’s an older dog with a stiff, arthritic spine. Or perhaps she’s a younger dog with hip dysplasia or a torn knee ligament.

Don’t you wish you could instantly help such a dog feel better?  

 

I’d like to...

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An Akita Overcomes Hip and Knee Pain ā€“ and Changes His Behavior Too acl injury agression canine canine behavior canine injury ccl injury cranial cruciate ligament dogs hip dysplasia Nov 28, 2019

 

I drove down the unfamiliar street, reading the house numbers. 2403… 2405… 2407… Bingo!

I parked on the street and was about to get out of my red Toyota Celica when a woman called out to me from the porch.

Wait in your car while I bring Bruno into the house!...

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From Hip Dysplasia to Agility agility canine debono moves dogs hip dysplasia Nov 22, 2019

The following story is excerpted from my award-winning, Amazon #1 best seller, Grow Young with Your Dog. Click here to learn more about the book.      

Painful hips, stiff hips, dysplastic hips and arthritic hips. Many people worry about their dogs’ hips...

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Chihuahua Recovers From a Stroke canine canine paralysis canine stroke chihuahua dog health dogs Nov 05, 2019

Chilee’s First Session

Alighting from the Cadillac, Marion placed the small bundle gently in my arms. I looked down to see a tiny tan head peeking out of the swaddling. Wrapped safely inside the blanket was Marion’s precious companion, Chilee the Chihuahua, who had suffered a...

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Senior Dog with Spinal Arthritis Walks Easily Again canine canine arthritis dogs Aug 15, 2019

Have you ever looked at your aging dog, with her stiff back and arthritic joints, and wished you could help her move easily again?

But you assume that there’s nothing else you can do. You’re already providing your dog with regular vet exams, a high-quality diet, joint...

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