In this episode, Hannah and registered vet nurse (RVN) Evie Tummon walk through key CAM resources that make living with a dog in chronic pain more manageable in real life. Using examples from practice (including a memorable arthritic sheep and a terrifying dog flap), they show how tools like the Home Assessment Checklist, the interactive Lifestyle Tool, osteoarthritis booklets, Good Day Bad Day diaries, acute flare kits and puppy handouts help owners and clinics turn theory into everyday changes. They also introduce the CAM Member Zone and The Pain Vet online guidance service as ways to get structured, ongoing support rather than feeling you have to “figure it all out” alone.

Guest Bio

Evie Tummon is a registered veterinary nurse who has worked in practice since 2013. She runs chronic pain clinics in first opinion practice, with a strong focus on multimodal management, owner coaching and practical home adaptations. Evie is part of the Canine Arthritis Management (CAM) team and is currently studying physiotherapy to further support dogs with chronic pain. Her interest in arthritis and lifestyle adaptations began with her pet sheep, Fudge, who had osteoarthritis and benefited from CAM’s home tools being applied cross-species.

Key Takehomes:

1. Simple home changes, guided by tools like the Home Assessment Checklist, can transform comfort and safety for arthritic dogs.

2. Interactive resources such as the Lifestyle Tool and osteoarthritis booklets let owners learn and plan at their own pace between vet visits.

3. Monitoring tools like the Good Day Bad Day diary and Chronic Pain Indicator Chart turn vague worry into clear patterns you can act on.

4. Acute flare kits and “recently diagnosed” packs give step by step guidance for the most overwhelming moments.

5. The CAM Member Zone and The Pain Vet service provide structured, ongoing support so owners and vets are not managing complex chronic pain cases in isolation.

Relevant Links:

Member Zone – information & join page

• Overview of what the Member Zone includes (courses, tools, booklets, Tea & Chats, community):

https://caninearthritis.co.uk/member-zone/

• Direct “Become a CAM member” page (price, benefits, join button):

https://caninearthritis.co.uk/get-involved/become-a-cam-member/

The Pain Vet: https://thepainvet.co.uk/

Learn more about CAM:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritis

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritis

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagement

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltd

Have questions send them to: [email protected]

Stay tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.