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Degenerative Myelopathy (DM)

  • Common Causes Series: Degenerative Myelopathy

    Learn the basics about DM

  • Mobility Chats: Knuckling

    What it is and what you can do about it.

  • Mobility Chats: Get Yer Boots On!

    Learn to select the right boots for your dog.

  • Boot Talk

    How to select and protect the right boot for your dog

  • Mobility Chats: My Favorite Gear

    Equipment that helps you help your dog!

  • Mobility Chats: Quality of Life

    Why it's important NOW, not just at the end

  • Mobility Chats: Your Dog's Emotions

    How emotions impact mobility

  • Mobility Chats: The Role of Your Emotions

    How your emotions affect the care your provide

  • Mobility Chats: The Confidence Cascade

    Recognizing the Confidence Cascade -- And how to reverse it

  • Mobility Chats: Mental Stimulation

    Why it's important for senior and mobility-challenged dogs

  • Mobility Chats: Traveling with Your Mobility-Challenged Dog

    How to make every trip safe and enjoyable!

  • Mobility Chats: Moving through the World (Outside)

    Recognizing challenges outside the home

  • Mobility Chats: Moving through the World (Inside)

    Recognizing challenges inside the home

  • Mobility Chats: The Wonder of Water

    Why swimming is great for your mobility-challenged dog

  • Mobility Chats: Massage Basics

    How to keep your dog moving comfortably

  • Resource Library

    Downloadable forms, videos, and more.

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