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Puppy Swim Academy

The lifeworks by Rio ‘Puppy Swim Academy’ is a practical swimming achievement course for vaccinated puppies aged 14 weeks to 8 months. There are four different grades with multiple milestones for your puppy to reach before they graduate: Grade 1 – Dipping a Paw googletest Grade 2 – Splashing Around Grade 3 – Making Waves […]

Yurt Retreats

Did you know that we have some lovely retreats running here this year? 💐   Currently there are spaces on this lovely retreat: https://www.spacious-mind.co.uk/the-yurt-retreat.html Run by Spacious Minds Meditation on Sunday 11th July. Please contact the spacious minds directly to book your space! Typical structure of  meditation day (subject to change) 09.00-09.20        […]

Hip dysplasia

What is it? Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition in which the ligaments and joint capsule that stabilise the hip become loose. This leads to the hip’s ball and socket joint developing abnormally. All dogs with hip dysplasia will unfortunately also develop osteoarthritis in the affected joint.   Who is affected? This is a disease […]

Patella Luxation

What is it? Patella luxation occurs when the patella (kneecap) dislocates from the groove along the front of the stifle joint, preventing normal extension of the joint. This is often caused by bone and muscle abnormalities.   Who is affected? This is a disease is common in small dogs, such as chihuahuas, Yorkshire terriers and […]

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)

What is it? IVDD is a common spinal condition affecting thousands of dogs each year. IVDD occurs when the intervertebral discs; which allow spinal movement, provide support, and help absorb concussive forces; between the vertebrae degenerate. This causes the spine to have a reduced shock-absorbing ability and can eventually lead to intervertebral disc herniation and […]

Cruciate ligament disease

Cruciate ligament disease occurs in the dog’s stifle, a joint similar to the human knee.  The stifle is a joint where the tibia and femur articulate and the patella, the equivalent of the human kneecap, sits in a groove on the femur. The cruciate ligaments are bands of fibrous tissue that form an X over […]

The truth about osteoarthritis

Did you know that 0steoarthritis (OA) is the most common cause of lameness in dogs? Did you know that approximately 80% of dogs over the age of 8 suffer from OA? The signs of OA are often very subtle and can easily be overlooked, but unfortunately this condition is the leading cause of premature euthanasia […]