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We're getting a new name! Please join us at Easier Movement, Happier Life: For You, Your Horses & Dog.

Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click here for all the details on our new series. Effortless, Balanced Sitting: A FeldenkraisⓇ Movement Series 

Resources:

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

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. 

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Want to sit in a more balanced, secure way? Click here for all the details on our new series. The extra-early bird discount expires on Dec. 31, 2024, so act fast.
It makes a great gift, too! 🎁
Effortless, Balanced Sitting: A FeldenkraisⓇ Movement Series  ⬅️⬅️⬅️

Discover the innovative Pupadoro Process—a dog-friendly spin on the PomodoroⓇ Technique—plus practical time-tracking strategies to help you reclaim lost hours and spend more quality time with your dog. Learn how to work smarter and have more fun with your dog.

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. 

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💥 Grab your free video training! marydebono.com/lovedog. 💥

Imagine a revolutionary approach to helping your dog move, feel, and behave better—without force, manipulation, or discomfort. Debono Moves breaks new ground in canine wellness by tapping into your dog's innate ability to heal and learn through gentle, pleasurable movement. Unlike traditional bodywork that temporarily fixes symptoms, this groundbreaking method creates lasting transformation by speaking directly to your dog's nervous system.

At its heart, Debono Moves is a dance of discovery between you and your dog. Informed by the renowned Feldenkrais Method, it uses subtle, supported movements to help your dog's brain create new neural pathways—like updating their movement "software" rather than forcing changes to their physical "hardware." This means no more temporary fixes or constant maintenance—just natural, lasting improvement.

Take Zip the Corgi, who struggled with persistent shoulder stiffness despite excellent care from massage therapists and chiropractors. While these treatments offered temporary relief, it was Debono Moves that finally broke the cycle of recurring pain. Through gentle exploration and supported movement, Zip's nervous system discovered new ways to move, leading to lasting comfort and freedom.

But here's what makes Debono Moves truly extraordinary: its benefits ripple far beyond physical movement. As your dog's nervous system relaxes and learns, you'll often notice remarkable improvements in behavior, focus, and emotional balance.

Dogs become more responsive, less reactive, and more connected to their humans. Meanwhile, you'll develop an almost intuitive understanding of your dog's needs, creating a deeper bond than you ever thought possible.

This isn't just another treatment—it's a transformation in how you and your dog move through life together. Whether your dog is dealing with chronic stiffness, recovering from injury, or you simply want to enhance their well-being and deepen your connection, Debono Moves offers a gentle path to lasting change.

Key Benefits:
1. Creates permanent change through your dog's natural learning ability
2. Transforms movement without force or manipulation
3. Improves behavior and emotional balance naturally
4. Deepens the bond between you and your dog
5. Develops your ability to "read" and respond to your dog
6. Customizes to your dog's unique needs and responses
7. Shows results quickly and maintains them long-term
8. Enhances overall quality of life for both you and your dog

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.

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Learn how to spot the subtle signs of injury and arthritis in dogs before they become serious problems. Discover key movement patterns to watch for, understand your dog's natural behaviors, and become a proactive advocate for your dog's joint and mobility health.

Resources:

Grab your FREE Movement Detective guide for pet parents. 🐕 https://www.marydebono.com/movement-detective-guide. 💥

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. 

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Have you ever wanted to turn back the clock and help your dog feel and move like a younger dog?

In this episode, you'll hear about a dog named Cassie diagnosed with severe spinal arthritis. Despite trying medication and several alternative therapies, Cassie's condition kept worsening.

Mary used a very different approach with the dog. Instead of focusing on what was wrong, Mary helped the dog feel where the movement was EASY and then built on that. She helped Cassie generalize the feelings of ease and harmony throughout her body.

This allowed her brain to coordinate her movements better, reducing strain on the arthritic areas and allowing for freer, more comfortable movement overall.

In addition, the gentle hands-on work that Mary is describing can improve dogs' quality of life and strengthen the bond between the dogs and their people.

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. 

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Want to communicate better with your dog? Beyond treats and verbal cues lies a powerful hidden language - your movements and mindset. Learn how simple self-awareness can unlock new levels of trust, behavior, and connection with your best friend.

Through personal stories and practical examples, you’ll discover how your physical state, breathing patterns, and unconscious tensions directly influence your dog's behavior.

Drawing from her experience with both dogs and horses, Mary explains how subtle changes in your movement can create profound shifts in our dogs' responses, illustrating how intentional movement can lead to beautiful synchronicity between you and your dog. 

The episode challenges many training programs by highlighting an often-overlooked component: the human’s physical and emotional states. While positive reinforcement remains crucial, Mary reveals how unconscious tension patterns can undermine even the best training efforts.

Key Takeaways:

• Dogs mirror our physical and emotional states more than we realize
• Movement and mindset awareness is crucial for clear communication with your dog
• Relaxation in the handler invites relaxation in the dog

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. 

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Discover why exercise might be reinforcing harmful movement patterns in both you and your dog. Learn how to transform regular activities into healing opportunities through movement awareness, and unlock the secret to more effective, mindful exercise routines that benefit both ends of the leash. 

Mary introduces the concept of "movement awareness" as a crucial component of healthy exercise, teaching listeners how to identify and address these patterns through curiosity rather than correction. She provides actionable strategies for transforming routine activities, like dog walks, into opportunities for healing and improved movement patterns.

The episode offers valuable insights into:

• How to recognize when exercise is reinforcing harmful patterns
• The importance of varying terrain and pace during dog walks
• Practical tips for bringing awareness to movement
• Ways to change unconscious movement habits
• The connection between human and dog movement patterns

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. 

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💥Important! Click here for your Freer Shoulders in Ten Minutes video.⬅️⬅️⬅️

Learn a gentle exercise that makes playing with your dog more comfortable and enjoyable. By understanding the natural connection between your shoulder blade and ribcage, you'll discover how to throw balls, hold leashes, and play tug with greater ease - without stretching or strain.

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. 

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Discover how Chilee, a Chihuahua who was paralyzed from a stroke and facing euthanasia, defied the odds. This former therapy dog's journey from paralysis to running and playing again demonstrates the remarkable power of neuroplasticity and holistic approaches such as Debono Moves.  

Resources:

See pix of Chilee and a complete explanation of how Mary worked with him at this link: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/dog-recovers-from-stroke 💖

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. 

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Discover the transformative power of shared awareness. Learn how gentle, mindful contact can create profound connections with your dog, reduce stress, and open new possibilities for movement and behavior—benefiting both you and your dog.

Drawing inspiration from the Feldenkrais Method, shared awareness creates a unique connection between humans and dogs through gentle, mindful touch and movements. It focuses on creating a kinesthetic dialogue that allows both human and dog to discover new movement possibilities and deepen their bond.

Through practical examples and real-life success stories, Mary explains how this approach can transform challenging behaviors, reduce stress, and enhance physical well-being for both species. 

Key Takeaways:

1. Shared awareness creates a unique connection beyond training or play
2. Gentle, non-habitual touch can help dogs discover new movement possibilities
3. The approach benefits both human and dog
4. No pressure to "get it right"—focus is on exploration and discovery
5. This approach can help with various issues from mobility to behavioral challenges
6. Works across species—applicable to many animals
7. Emphasizes awareness for both human and dog
8. Success stems from creating a "kinesthetic conversation"
9. Regular practice can lead to lasting positive changes

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.