Canine Wellness Blog - OKLAHOMA K9 PT

How Therapy helps Senior Dogs

6/17/2024

As our furry companions grow older, they, like humans, experience a range of age-related changes that can affect their mobility, comfort, and overall quality of life. Rehabilitation, which encompasses various therapeutic exercises and treatments, plays a crucial role in ensuring that senior dogs continue to enjoy their golden years to the fullest.

Enjoy the Weather: Dog Friendly Patios in Tulsa

5/3/2023

Whether your a lifelong Travis Meyer fan or a follower of all things Mike Collier, you will have heard that the weather is warming up! So why not enjoy the weather by taking your pup to a dog friendly patio where you both can enjoy!

What you need to know about Hip Dysplasia in Dogs

3/14/2023

Has your precious pooch been slowing down lately or showing signs of discomfort with daily movements? Canine hip dysplasia (CHD) might be to blame. CHD is a condition of the hip joint, a ball-and-socket joint, in which the head of the femur (the “ball”) does not fit properly into the too-shallow acetabulum (the “socket”). Additionally, the ligaments that connect these two bony surfaces together are not as strong.

What is a CCL Injury?

2/20/2023

Did you know that certain breeds are more prone to CCL injuries? These include Labrador retrievers, Newfoundlands, German shepherds, Rottweilers, and Golden Retrievers. This information is not meant to scare you but educate pet parents on an issue that is seen very commonly by vets and ourselves. Our hope is you will never need this information, but if you do, you have it.

New Year, "New Dog" Pt 2

1/19/2023

Just like an exercise regime is great for our overall health, so would an exercise regime be for your dog. In the previous post we went over the top 5 exercises we would suggest you start with. Here are 7 other easy exercises you can try with your pup to help with stability, hip strength and overall body awareness.

New Year, "New Dog"

1/4/2023

Happy 2023! The New Year is always a great time to start new things, so why not include your dog! Below are a few exercises you can start incorporating into your routine with them. These easy exercises help keep your dog limber and moving.

Ways to Help Relieve your Dogs Pain Naturally

12/5/2022

Modern Medicine is a wonderful tool that we are extremely thankful for. However, there are many natural ways to help relieve your dogs pain as well. From Massage to swimming there are many ways to help "outside the box". We would love to have you try some of the below and let us know how they help.

Halloween Safety Tip for your Dog

10/26/2022

Halloween can be enjoyable for everyone including your dog. However, there are a few things to keep in mind on Halloween night that will help your pup have fun.

Summer Snacks for your Pup

8/10/2022

With this heat still continuing there isn't much thats more enjoyable than a bowl of ice cream. Im sure you have a shadow (you're dog) sitting right there watching you as you take every bite.
So what treats can we safely offer up to our dogs?

The Senior Dog Workbook

8/4/2022

I created The Senior Dog Workbook after hearing too many stories of pet parents feeling unprepared to make end of life decisions for their pet or caught off guard when their veterinarian recommended euthanasia.

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