The Backstory: Cadence and the 'Trust Your Gut' Lesson
To the right, you'll see a puppy picture of Cadence. To some, this might be an insignificant looking picture. But not for me. I remember that day as if it happened yesterday, instead of two years ago. December 22, 2016. That was the day I first took Cadence to see a specialist regarding her transient lameness. At that point, most people thought I was crazy (or so I was told). Her 'lameness' consisted of a few off steps here and there, and an occasional 'skip step.' I also not
Pet Insurance: Considerations When Shopping for a Plan
*If you have general questions about pet insurance, this should help! If you're looking for anecdotal recommendations or reviews on specific companies, check out Pet Insurance Info Exhange.* You've heard us talk about pet insurance. I often have the insurance conversation with clients, especially recently, as I've utilized more than $12,000 worth of insurance coverage for Cadence's surgery. I am a strong believer in insuring your canine athlete. Of course, nothing is ever one
Rehabbing the Canine Athlete: The Role of Proprioception
Everything we're doing post-op revolves around the goal of reeducating those nerve pathways so Cadence can maneuver her body through spa
Rehabbing the Canine Athlete: Into the Water, Week Two
Welcome back! Cadence achieved two weeks post-op major spinal surgery this past Tuesday. The day brought other milestones as well, like suture removal and her first rehab session. I can already tout this experience as humbling and educational. If you've ever brought your dog to me, it's likely I've given you homework. Maybe icing, maybe passive range of motion, maybe cookie stretches. I'm the one getting the homework these days, and I'm not immune to missing an assignment eve
