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Discover gentle age-proofing techniques to support your dog's lifelong mobility and well-being. Learn simple hands-on methods to enhance body awareness, potentially reducing the risk of injury or stiffness as your dog ages. Create an optimal environment for your canine companion's active future.

What’s “age-proofing” you might ask? I define age-proofing as a proactive approach to maintaining mobility, health, and overall well-being despite the passage of time.

In this episode, I share my personal experiences with long-lived, active dogs and emphasize the importance of taking steps now to ensure a vibrant future for our canine companions. While each dog's health is unpredictable, we can create an optimal environment for healthy aging.

The episode goes beyond the commonly known advice of regular exercise and proper nutrition. Instead, I introduce gentle, hands-on techniques to improve a dog's body awareness, including careful exploration of the dog's body, including the paws. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Age-proofing focuses on maintaining mobility and well-being as dogs grow older through simple, gentle techniques.
2. Improving a dog's body awareness can help prevent overuse injuries and maintain flexibility.
3. Gentle exploration of your dog's body, including paws and toes, can enhance their sensory awareness and mobility.
4. "Rhythm Circles" and "Connected Breathing" are specific processes that can reset and improve a dog's movement patterns.
5. The mindset and comfort of the owner during these exercises are crucial for their effectiveness.
6. Age-proofing practices can strengthen the bond between dogs and their owners while benefiting both.
7. Consistency and patience are key – even short, regular sessions can have significant long-term benefits.

Resources:

Grab your FREE video training to help your dog. 🐕 https://www.marydebono.com/lovedog 💥

Join our free Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DogHealthAndVitality

Get Mary’s bestselling, award-winning book, “Grow Young with Your Dog,” for a super low price at: https://tinyurl.com/growyoungwithyourdog. Demonstration videos are included at no extra cost. ⬅️⬅️⬅️

All information is for general educational purposes ONLY and doesn't constitute medical or veterinary advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider if you or your dog are unwell or injured.

About the Host:

Mary Debono is a pioneer in animal and human wellness, blending her expertise as an international clinician, best-selling author, and certified Feldenkrais Method® practitioner. With over three decades of experience, Mary developed Debono Moves, a groundbreaking approach that enhances the movement, well-being, and connection of animals and their human companions.

Mary's innovative approach draws from the Feldenkrais Method®, tailored specifically for the canine world. Her methods have helped dogs and humans:

• Improve athletic ability and performance
• Enhance confidence and reduce anxiety
• Reduce physical limitations and discomfort
• Deepen the canine-human bond

Mary's best-selling, award-winning book, "Grow Young with Your Dog,”  offers a unique opportunity to experience the benefits of Feldenkrais® while learning her signature hands-on work for dogs. This approach has helped dogs and their people move with ease and confidence. Visit https://www.marydebono.com/you-and-your-dog.