Kylie is such an expert in her field, I’ve learned so much about caring for my senior dog and the best way to keep him healthy and comfortable. I would highly recommend Strong & Steady Canines, do your senior dog a favour and check out there one week free guide. sooo good!
It’s not easy seeing them get older, slowing down. Usually we keep them at home because they will be too stiff and sore after any adventures.
Great news - there is hope to help them age well! Many natural therapies are available for you to do at home to help them feel better and move better.
Medications are foundational to pain relief to allow for better movement, however it shouldn’t be done alone.
Arthritis requires a multi-modal approach which means there are many modes of therapy that need to be implemented to manage your dog’s arthritis!
| Vet Visits | $600 |
| Xrays | $300 |
| Injections | $400 |
| Pain Relief | $350 |
| Supplements | $600 |
| Surgery | $10,000-$15,000 per hip! |
Start their arthritis journey with an exercise program for as little as $29.95 and easily reduce these costs!
Exercise Program for Dogs with Hip Arthritis includes exercises and therapies you can do at home, with little cost, to provide relief to your arthritic dog.
These are my fluffy babies, Freja on the left and Kiba on the right. They are my world.
As an aged care physio I've treated many cases of arthritis, and the good news is that many concepts can be used for senior dogs with arthritis too.
I believe older dogs deserve to be mobile and pain free.
Strength training for dogs is an under-used tool that can help stop those back legs from going, making your senior dog more comfortable and happier.
If you have carpet then you’re probably not wanting to find out what is best to help your furry love to stop slipping in the home, but know that slippery surfaces can increase the risk of injury and discomfort as they try to grip to the floor below them. So if you’re like me and […]
With a little bit of extra care and attention we can ensure our arthritic dogs are comfortable in our homes and less likely to have an injury or exacerbation of their arthritis. Warmth and Comfort:Warmth: Arthritis loves warmth, it helps the joints feel less pressure and less pain, so you can apply jumpers to them, […]
Has your dog just been diagnosed with a CCL (cranial cruciate ligament) tear? Are you not sure what to do next? A CCL tear usually means lots of pain for the dog and lots of worry (and money) for the pet parent. So where to from the diagnosis? First things first though, stay calm and don’t panic! Yes […]
Give your dog relief from arthritis symptoms, with a rejuvenating massage (yes, massage is also good for dogs!)
In fact, dog massage can reduce pain, inflammation and stiffness from canine arthritis.
Better still, giving your dog a massage can reduce their reliance on arthritis pain medication and its side effects.
Kylie, physio for humans and a trained massage therapist for arthritic dogs, comes to your home in Sydney's Sutherland Shire so your senior dog doesn't have to travel to appointments.
Sadly there is a huge need to save dogs and it's a pleasure to work with, and donate to, many of my trusted rescues.
Penny Marathon is one such rescue that has connections with rescues around the world and helps stray dogs be safe, off the streets, and away from euthanasia.
Ellie was kind enough to post about my support:
"Kylie is a generous supporter of the Penny Marathon and of many other animal rescue groups in Australia. As a dog physiotherapist, she is also committed to helping dogs live well, pain free and mobile lives"
Ease your dog's arthritis pain and grab the guide today!
