Pawsitive Sensations LLP

13/07/2025

https://www.straitstimes.com/life/vet-talk-caring-for-a-senior-pet-no-different-from-caring-for-an-ageing-family-member?utm_campaign=stfb&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR6_giw2hDct-b3toqbUJjgpIguNW0KVRkljaRvN3VM6izCznYzR9jo_ZQqCjQ_aem_ru7uFOt0ggWJwLvPAHtxmA

The subtle signs of ageing in pets often mirror those in humans, but unfold over a shorter period. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

03/07/2025

For those whose dogs use harnesses, this is important to note.

This is a repost(ish) but well worth repeating. Many of you have heard me harp on harness fit time and again. Having spent decades evaluating harness fit in working dogs of all types with thermal imaging (as well as having years of working and active dog experience combined with a strong biomechanics knowledge base) using front-clipping or "Gentle Leader" type harnesses only guarantee more structural stress in active dogs that makes for more work for me and other chiro/sports med colleagues. PLEASE only use harnesses that fit with proper ergonomics! [NOTE: I've tweaked the English & syntax in the added-on description below so it might read a little differently.]

"All dog owners should know this fact! A harness like this is a terrible injustice to your pet!! AVOID USING THIS TYPE OF HARNESS !

In a dog's forward movement, a harness with a tape that crosses its chest from side to side hinders it in the same way humans would bother going hiking with an elastic band holding their arms. Physiological movement of the front extremity is prohibited. Just like rubber would inhibit the pendular movement of our ARMS.

Thanks to the "Study of Canine Movement at the University of Jena", we now know that in the dog, the center of rotation of the front limb is at the top of the scapula, but in the human the center of rotation in the arm is in the shoulder (head of the humerus). Jena's study demonstrates, among other things, the importance of scapular movement for dog locomotion. Now we understand the importance of taking into account the free movement of the dog's shoulder when choosing a chest harness.
That means there SHOULDN'T be bands across the scapular (orange) area, and they shouldn't cross the chest side to side either.

From the point of view of biomechanics and physiotherapy, it is recommended not to choose getting harnesses that have a strap that goes through the chest laterally, or that have straps that touch or press the scapula.

Always lean towards harness models with ERGONOMIC design, to allow maximum freedom of movement for your dog, improve his well-being and safety during his walk.
Source : REAL CEPPA"

16/04/2025

We had a brilliant group of dog and cat lovers come and learn important life saving techniques and load up on knowledge to improve their pets lives.

Congratulations to all on being newly PetSaver trained! 🥰

25/01/2025

For those living in Serangoon area or bringing and walking your dogs there, please read this article below. Rat poison has accidentally been ingested by pet dogs before and it is lethal.

For everyone….Please stay on paths and monitor your dog closely when they are on grass patches.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/dog-walkers-urged-to-stay-alert-as-rat-burrows-in-serangoon-central-are-treated-with-poison?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&utm_campaign=stfbs&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1A3YeE4TTcfycc5g4tfhkX_xzghfQU1lh4j8SXftX4eUQVO34cf-2CuFc_aem_wX8snc9etAjSrsgoZInnKw

The town council said warning tags are placed at the treated burrows to alert passers-by. Read more at straitstimes.com.

14/09/2024

We have new class dates! Do PM us for details and to register. 😊

19th and 26th October

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27/08/2024

Very important lesson to ensure that dogs are not stressed for no good reason.

Make sure you're always greeting dogs in a 𝘱𝘢𝘸sitive way! Save this guide to use when meeting a new dog. 🐾

10/04/2024

How to have safer dog interactions 👍🏻

🛇 Use your Manners! 🛇
The Sniff test - Stop doing that!
The sniff test - a badly engrained habit that society has been taught, without a clear understanding of what they're actually doing.

🚩When you reach out towards a dog, you are using body pressure AT them, giving them no time to assess whether you are safe & whether they require further investigation to pick up your information. You are forcing an interaction of a relationship that hasn't had time to develop. To some dogs, this is quite rude & the reason a lot of dogs snap at or bite people. This can cause alot of behavioral issues because of layered stress due to forced interactions.

🚩If they are on lead, they have no where to go if they are sensitive to spacial pressure, so can end up shutting down, shying away or snapping at your hand so you back off. This is an example of how a dog is now using pressure to turn off pressure & make you back off so they aren't so stressed.

🚩People think by offering your hand it can give the dog time to sniff to know you're friendly... they can sniff without being forced to sniff your hand.Their noses are far more superior than ours & they don't need close contact forced upon them to smell you.

🚩Some dogs might not want to know you. You have no relationship with them and that's perfectly fine. They aren't your dog so you don't need to touch them or steal pats for your own satisfaction.

🤔 If you are meeting a dog, what should you do?
⚠Ask the owner if you can interact with their dog. Not all people want strangers touching their dogs. Especially strangers who you are unlikely to see again.
⚠Stand up straight & relaxed, with your hands at your side.
⚠Ignore the dog & talk to the owner.
⚠Don't stare at the dog & don't try to force an interaction by going in for a pat. If the dog wants to know you, it will come up to you & sniff around. Usually they will move away & then come back for a second sniffathon. Some dogs will bunt your hands & wag their tails, which are good signs that you're likely an accepted new friend. Give them a few slow pats down their back (NOT THEIR HEAD) & then stop. Is the dog happy? Has it accepted your interaction? This will determine whether you can give it more pats.

🐶This is a more stress free option for dogs & a reason why in consultations we can develop a good level of trust, especially with fearful dogs & aggressive dogs, without a bunch of negative side effects from forced interactions.

05/03/2024

Always happy to do a workshop for like-minded and caring dog businesses that want to learn about petsmassage and dog health. ❤️🐾🐶

23/02/2024

We are back!! Check out the PetSaver class dates below.

PetsaverPet CPR and First Aid  Next PetSaver class date in 2024: 23rd March (Saturday) & 30th March (Saturday) *Contact us for more details* Note: Classes are now conducted as two morning half days. Book a slot now All participants of our PetSaver class will receive the following: A comprehensive P...

17/02/2024

Interesting case. Lesson here is not to feed large quantities of fats (butter) to your pet (or yourself) for health sake.