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I just came across this very interesting article written by the founder of TheraPaw. It's intended for rehab therapists, but there are many things in her desensitization protocol that we pet parents can do as well.
I've reached out to her for a tripawd talk podcast interview, so fingers crossed we can get her on the show.
https://vitalve.....amputation
Dogs with sensory loss, abnormal sensation, or hypersensitivity can benefit from a sensory re-education and/or desensitization plan (see Vital Vet Sensory Protocol below). The plan should be integrated as part of an overall rehabilitation program including therapeutic exercises, functional activities, pain management , and limb or stump protection. -- READ MORE
I've reached out to her for a tripawd talk podcast interview, so fingers crossed we can get her on the show.
🤞🏻And if so please ask about cats too.
Interesting on the Assisi loop it seemed to aggravate Purrkins and he would twitch, hmm
It helped Saxton tremodously .
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Oh yeah for sure I will Holly, thank you for that nudge.
So fascinating how the Assisi loop works for some and not others. I hear that all the time.
I'll keep you posted.
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