Small Dog Safety

Long-Lines and Small Dog Training
Long-Lines and Small Dog Training

Small Dog Safety, Small Dog Teaching and Bonding

Long-Lines and Small Dog Training

By Karen Izzo|2024-03-31T08:57:46-04:00March 24, 2024|Small Dog Safety, Small Dog Teaching and Bonding|

The Thrill of Controlled Freedom The beauty of a long line leash lies in its simple yet effective [...]

Review: Using the Fi Collar for Small Dogs
Review: Using the Fi Collar for Small Dogs

Small Dog Safety

Review: Using the Fi Collar for Small Dogs

By Karen Izzo|2024-02-28T20:00:38-05:00December 17, 2023|Small Dog Safety|

1567 Words, 7 Minute Read. A review of our experience using the Fi collar for small dogs. We discuss [...]

Dog Walking in the Dark: Small Dog Safety Tips
Dog Walking in the Dark: Small Dog Safety Tips

Small Dog Safety

Dog Walking in the Dark: Small Dog Safety Tips

By Karen Izzo|2024-02-29T19:57:07-05:00September 23, 2023|Small Dog Safety|

2100 Words, 7 minute read for this post on dog walking in the dark. [...]

Biggest Winter Hazards: Protect Your Pup
Biggest Winter Hazards: Protect Your Pup

Small Dog Safety

Biggest Winter Hazards: Protect Your Pup

By Karen Izzo|2024-03-29T07:25:00-04:00January 11, 2021|Small Dog Safety|

By Umphreys via Unsplash (Note: This post may contain affiliate links for your shopping convenience and to [...]

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Sep 1

Summer, we hardly knew you 💕

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Summer, we hardly knew you 💕

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Aug 22

Nothing is EVER calm around here!
🌟 Scouty’s Journey with a Luxating Patella 🌟

Our sweet little redhead Havanese, Scouty, is taking some time off her paws after being diagnosed with a grade 3 luxating patella. For those unfamiliar, a luxating patella occurs when the kneecap slips out of place, and it’s a condition that’s quite common in small breeds like Havanese, Yorkies, Pomeranians, and Chihuahuas.

Luxating patellas are graded from 1 to 4:
1️⃣ Grade 1: The kneecap can be slipped out but goes back in place on its own.
2️⃣ Grade 2: The kneecap dislocates and needs manual adjustment to pop back in
3️⃣ Grade 3: The kneecap is out of place most of the time but can be manually adjusted.
4️⃣ Grade 4: The kneecap is permanently dislocated and can’t be manually adjusted.

In many cases, luxating patellas can be managed without surgery, especially in the earlier grades, with treatments like rest, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. However, since Scouty is already at grade 3, we’re keeping all options on the table, including surgery if needed. We’re also exploring alternative therapies, like a promising plasma injection therapy discussed last year in the Journal of Veterinary Science.

And yes, she’s in a stroller right now to rest her leg, and we did get a few amused stares on our walk today, but no shame here! Strollers aren’t just for pampering—they’re practical, especially when our pups need some extra care. We all needed to get out and enjoy life, and Scouty came back in much better spirits, which is what matters most.

We will be doing a surgical consult in the coming weeks, as luxating patellas can leave our pups prone to additional injuries and arthritis down the road.

If you’ve got any experience here, please share! This is a very new journey for us.

#SmallDogLife #LuxatingPatella #DogStroller #smalldogcoach #HavaneseLove #AlternativeTherapies #ridogtrainer

Nothing is EVER calm around here!
🌟 Scouty’s Journey with a Luxating Patella 🌟

Our sweet little redhead Havanese, Scouty, is taking some time off her paws after being diagnosed with a grade 3 luxating patella. For those unfamiliar, a luxating patella occurs when the kneecap slips out of place, and it’s a condition that’s quite common in small breeds like Havanese, Yorkies, Pomeranians, and Chihuahuas.

Luxating patellas are graded from 1 to 4:
1️⃣ Grade 1: The kneecap can be slipped out but goes back in place on its own.
2️⃣ Grade 2: The kneecap dislocates and needs manual adjustment to pop back in
3️⃣ Grade 3: The kneecap is out of place most of the time but can be manually adjusted.
4️⃣ Grade 4: The kneecap is permanently dislocated and can’t be manually adjusted.

In many cases, luxating patellas can be managed without surgery, especially in the earlier grades, with treatments like rest, anti-inflammatory medication, and physical therapy. However, since Scouty is already at grade 3, we’re keeping all options on the table, including surgery if needed. We’re also exploring alternative therapies, like a promising plasma injection therapy discussed last year in the Journal of Veterinary Science.

And yes, she’s in a stroller right now to rest her leg, and we did get a few amused stares on our walk today, but no shame here! Strollers aren’t just for pampering—they’re practical, especially when our pups need some extra care. We all needed to get out and enjoy life, and Scouty came back in much better spirits, which is what matters most.

We will be doing a surgical consult in the coming weeks, as luxating patellas can leave our pups prone to additional injuries and arthritis down the road.

If you’ve got any experience here, please share! This is a very new journey for us.

#SmallDogLife #LuxatingPatella #DogStroller #smalldogcoach #HavaneseLove #AlternativeTherapies #ridogtrainer ...

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Aug 10

Someone is feeling a little punky today. Nothing major, but clearly a bit of a tummy ache. The only thing that makes her feel better is laying ON either her dad or me.

We are happy to oblige. Hope everyone else is having a wonderful Saturday!

#sickpup #redhavanese #ridogtrainer #smalldoglife #smalldogcoach

Someone is feeling a little punky today. Nothing major, but clearly a bit of a tummy ache. The only thing that makes her feel better is laying ON either her dad or me.

We are happy to oblige. Hope everyone else is having a wonderful Saturday!

#sickpup #redhavanese #ridogtrainer #smalldoglife #smalldogcoach ...

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Aug 6

🐾 Phoebe and Scout, our loyal little Havanese, wait vigilantly for their dad to return with our picnic lunch. 🧺✨

I love how he always finds ways to include both Phoebe and Scout in our dates. They’re always most content when the entire family is together as one pod. 💖

Regular outings are so important for keeping our pups accustomed to polite public behavior. When we’re out, we practice sit/down/stay, loose-leash walking, and keeping calm around new dogs. These activities help ensure that Phoebe and Scout remain well-behaved and happy in any situation. 🐾😊

Phoebe and Scout are rocking our favorite @voyager_harness and their gorgeous @madebycleo collars. We love how stylish and comfortable they are! 🐶❤️

#Havanese #401dogs #ridogtrainer #ridogtraining #smallDogLife #VoyagerHarness #MadeByCleo

🐾 Phoebe and Scout, our loyal little Havanese, wait vigilantly for their dad to return with our picnic lunch. 🧺✨

I love how he always finds ways to include both Phoebe and Scout in our dates. They’re always most content when the entire family is together as one pod. 💖

Regular outings are so important for keeping our pups accustomed to polite public behavior. When we’re out, we practice sit/down/stay, loose-leash walking, and keeping calm around new dogs. These activities help ensure that Phoebe and Scout remain well-behaved and happy in any situation. 🐾😊

Phoebe and Scout are rocking our favorite @voyager_harness and their gorgeous @madebycleo collars. We love how stylish and comfortable they are! 🐶❤️

#Havanese #401dogs #ridogtrainer #ridogtraining #smallDogLife #VoyagerHarness #MadeByCleo ...

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Aug 2

Thirty-eight years with this incredible man. Your unwavering love, support, laughter, and steadfast strength built a beautiful family for us. Happy anniversary, baby.

Thirty-eight years with this incredible man. Your unwavering love, support, laughter, and steadfast strength built a beautiful family for us. Happy anniversary, baby. ...

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