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06/09/2026

DIGBY ❤️

06/09/2026

02/09/2026

Dobby, how handsome is he though?! 😍❤️🐾

Love a well bred Doberman 👌🏻

22/08/2026

House sitting for Nala & Barney this weekend 🥰❤️🐾🐾

07/08/2026

ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ ꜰᴏʟᴋꜱ!


Invoices have been sent out, have a great weekend everyone 🐾🌿 🐶

31/07/2026

Edit with amended lineup

SAVE THE DATE: 28 August 2024 at 3:30 GMT

The Chat: beyond methods & towards unity

Guests: Sailor Jerri AKA Jo-Rosie Haffenden, Jerri Scherff, kamal Fernandez, Michael Shikashio, Ivan Balabanov, Josh Beckler, Shane Murray and Jacob Morgan.

Approximate agenda includes
- What do you define as abusive in terms of methodology in dog training
- What practices do you feel we could put in place to better meet the welfare needs of our domestic pet and working bred dogs
- Are there any methods or tools you would never use yourself
- Are there methods, protocols or tools that you would be comfortable using but you would never advise an owner to do
- What is the fall out you have seen with regards to extreme force free practices
- What is the fall out you have seen extreme balanced training
- Should all trainers learn every available method that modifies behaviour
- How to do train trainers what is an appropriate method for a dog
- What restrictions would you like to see with regards to training practices
- What academic background is necessary for a trainer to work with severe behaviour cases
- What experience and skills are necessary for a trainer to work with severe behaviour cases
- How can we better regulate the use of tools or is a ban the answer
- Is regulation the answer?
- How can we create a better education system for trainers: How can we create a cohesive industry and ensure the workforce is science literate and skilled?

With what’s going on within the dog training industry currently there has never been a more important time to come together and stamp out true animal abusers & poor practice.

Save the date x

(platform to watch the live will be announced shortly)

24/06/2026

*NOTICE*

I have been poorly so I’m a little behind on admin I will get back to requests and messages tomorrow!🐾

Thankyou for your patience 🙏🏻

14/06/2026

Martha 😍❤️👑

14/06/2026

Martha is excited for her Pet Sit with me this week 🙈❤️🐾

06/05/2026

This!

🐾 Nail Length & Its Impact on Canine Biomechanics

Have you checked your dog’s nails recently?

Long nails do more than just click on the floor—they can significantly influence your dog’s posture, movement, and overall musculoskeletal health.

When nails are left untrimmed, they don’t just affect the paw—they can impact the entire kinetic chain.

Why Nail Length Matters

🟢 Alters Joint Angulation & Posture

Overgrown nails force the toe pads upward and backward (caudally), shifting weight proximally within the limb.

This disrupts normal limb loading and can lead to:

* Postural adaptations
* Altered joint alignment
* Compensatory movement patterns

📖 Reference: Zink & Van D**e (2013), Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

🟢 Impacts Gait & Reduces Stability

If nails contact the ground during stance, they can:

* Cause toe splaying
* Reduce effective ground contact
* Compromise traction

This may increase the risk of:

* Slipping
* Soft tissue strain (tendons/ligaments)
* Secondary compensatory issues

📖 References: Touch Animal Rehabilitation (2020); Canine Body Balance (2021)

🟢 Increases Musculoskeletal Load

Chronic postural change can contribute to:

* Myofascial tension
* Uneven joint loading
* Increased risk of conditions like Osteoarthritis in dogs

Particularly relevant in:

* Senior dogs
* Sporting/working dogs
* Orthopaedic cases

📖 Reference: Veterinary Clinics of North America (2020)

✅ Quick Nail Check

Ask yourself:

✔️ Do the nails touch the ground when your dog is standing?
✔️ Can you hear them tapping on hard flooring?

If yes—it’s time for a trim.

🟢 Clinical Insight

Nail length is often overlooked, yet it’s one of the simplest modifiable factors affecting biomechanics.

In practice, I frequently see improvements in:

* Postural alignment
* Limb loading symmetry
* Movement quality

…simply by addressing nail length alongside soft tissue work.

🟢 When to Seek Help

If your dog:

* Is reluctant to walk on certain surfaces
* Slips frequently
* Shows subtle gait changes
* Dislikes nail trimming

Support from a qualified professional (groomer, vet, or therapist) can make a significant difference.

🔍 Learn More

• Canine Body Balance Blog
https://caninebodybalance.com.au/journal/canine-nail-length-and-the-effects-on-biomechanics

📩 Get in Touch

If you’re noticing changes in posture or movement and suspect nail length may be contributing, I offer clinical musculoskeletal assessment and tailored treatment plans.

📧 [email protected]
📞 07418 082 240
🌐 www.emccm.co.uk