A practical guide to canine bodywork, including what it is, how it works, and when your dog might benefit. Learn how subtle tension and compensation can impact movement, behaviour, and long-term health.

This article was prompted by a conversation I had with a client this morning. Her dog is reaching the final stages of life, and she asked a question I hear often: “Do you have anything natural I can give to make him more comfortable?” It’s such a caring question. But it also opens up a much bigger one that many of us struggle with: When is it actually kinder to let them go? I speak to a lot of people who say things like “I just don’t know if it’s time yet,” or “he still has some good...

It’s 10am. No walk yet. No training. Just… two dogs, fast asleep beside me while I work. Ciska is sprawled out without a care in the world. Beau is curled up in his crate, completely settled. If I stood up right now, they’d be on their feet in seconds! Ready to run, train, play... whatever’s on offer. But while nothing’s happening? They’re completely content to rest. And I think this is something we don’t acknowledge enough. Because somewhere along the way - and I think social media has...