Canine Nurture

24/05/2026

15/05/2026

More information can be found on the website www.caninenurture.com.au or give me a call on 0457394835 - I'd be happy to discuss with you my services and if they are the right ones for your dog.

11/05/2026

When you're feeling worried or hurt does your dog seem to pick up on it?
They might lay their head in your lap of give you extra gentle attention.
There are service dogs for people suffering from PTSD who are able to alert the handler when a panic attack is approaching or wake them from a triggering nightmare.

There have been a number of studies looking at dogs being able to smell stress in humans. It was shown they are able to pick up on the change in hormones through our scent. Combine this with their strong awareness of our energy, body language and tone and they are able to understand how we feel a lot more than we think.

08/05/2026

As the colder weather sets in, a lot of my clients start to see changes in their dogs. In dogs with arthritis and other joint conditions we often see increased stiffness, slower movement and more difficulty to get going.

Cold temperatures can cause muscles to tighten and reduce circulation, which can make joints feel stiffer and more uncomfortable. Dogs also tend to move less in winter, which can lead to further loss of mobility and strength, creating a bit of a cycle.

It’s very tempting to reduce their activity when they’re looking sore, but gentle, consistent movement is actually one of the most important things for keeping joints mobile and supported. Short, regular walks and simple exercises can make a big difference.

Other things that can help your dog this winter is a thick supportive bed, keeping them warm with a jacket on the colder days or early morning walks, drying them after wet weather walks and giving them massage at home.

During these months, I recommend more frequent treatments to help manage stiffness, support movement and boost circulation to keep your dog feeling as comfortable as possible.

04/05/2026

Canine Nurture provides massage, laser therapy and functional exercises to dogs for rehab, development or maintenance reasons. Call Lindsay on 0457394835 or visit www.caninenurture.com.auif you would like to know more.

01/05/2026

When working with dogs with arthritis, my focus is on reducing pain, improving mobility and helping them feel more comfortable in their day-to-day life. I use a combination of massage, laser therapy and targeted exercises to ease stiffness, release compensatory tension and support the joints. Over time, this can help dogs move more freely, stay active for longer and maintain a better quality of life, exactly what we want for our aging companions.

24/04/2026

It was so nice to catch up with Maggie the Dalmatian, her breeder Cecilia (), and her owner Rita at the recent dog show in Wangaratta.

Cecilia reached out to me from Ballarat to work with Maggie as she had suffered a significant break to her front limb as a young pup. Our goal was to rebuild muscle tone and restore balanced, functional movement. Rita has been incredibly dedicated throughout the process, keeping up with her exercises and massage at home between sessions.

It’s been a real pleasure to support Maggie’s physical recovery, but just as rewarding to watch her confidence grow over the past six months. Seeing her happy at the show, even just as a spectator, was a lovely milestone.

20/04/2026

I see quite a few dogs with this condition, and my role is to support them in a really practical way. I start by easing the compensatory tension that builds up elsewhere in the body, which helps reduce pain and discomfort. From there, we focus on strengthening the muscles around the joint with functional exercises so it’s better supported, helping your dog move more comfortably and reducing the risk of things getting worse over time.

If you have a dog with a luxating patella keeping your dog lean is one of the easiest and most effective ways to support their joints long term. Extra weight puts more load through the joints, which can increase discomfort and make conditions like this worse. When a dog is at a healthy weight, there’s less stress on the joint, movement is easier, and the surrounding muscles can do their job more effectively.

If you would like more information on how to help your dog please feel free to reach out.

17/04/2026

Fantastic dog show on this weekend in Wangaratta. I've been treating an amazing range of breeds and love watching them all do their thing in the ring ❤️

16/04/2026

Come take a look at the dog show happening at the Wangaratta Kennel & Obedience Dog Club Inc. It is on all weekend ❤️