We discuss the recent paper in Nature on the Different conformations of the German shepherd dog breed. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-73550-x Puppies and fitness - what are we doing with our own puppies. And a brief summary of my findings on how a strength conditioning program effects flyball performance.

Dr. Leslie answers patron questions about elbow dysplasia and pacing versus trotting. She also discusses a fun fact she learned about Pembroke Welsh Corgis. Radiographic Hip Joint Phenotype of the Pembroke Welsh Corgi - Karbe GT, Biery DN, Gregor TP et al. Vet Surg. 2012 January; doi:10.1111/j.1532-950X.2011.00938.x

Katharina and Dr. Leslie discuss their ideas and plans for 2021 Next Episode we will discuss this paper: Different conformations of the German shepherd dog breed affect its posture and movement https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-020-73550-x

References: Obedience Injuries - Veterinary Integrated Physiotherapy 2010 - Canine Massage Therapy Centre 2015 - An examination of neck angle in obedience dogs whilst completing competition heelwork; Harris, Birch, and Boyd; Comparative Exercise Physiology, 2017. Hormones and Fitness - Care of the Racing & Retired Greyhound; Blythe, Gannon, Craig, Fegan, Hall Commercial Printing, 2007. - Does Heat Play a Role in Cranial Cruciate Tears? Online Pet Health Blog...

Agility Right From The Start - Eva Bertilsson and Emelie Johnson Vegh Bad Dog Agility Podcast - https://baddogagility.com/category/podcast/ Internet-based survey of the nature and perceived causes of injury to dogs participating in agility training and competition events Kimberley L. Cullen, MSc; James P. Dickey, PhD; Leah R. Bent, PhD; Jeffrey J. Thomason, PhD; Noel M. M. Moëns, MSc, DVM, DACVS

Dr. Leslie and Katharina answer Patron questions and discuss on recent article on Sits. http://www.turid-rugaas.no/sit.html?fbclid=IwAR22VpVPtMeFTLKx5J98JCuTxGQzAStI8prZpbjZFFLNSvLblSf6xozndbA

Talking about why fitness training is important for conformation show dogs and why they have to be seen as athletes.

Answering Patron Questions about books, stretching, super seniors, DIY equipment, consent, exercise variety, and structure. www.letstalkcaninefitness.com Find us on Facebook and Instagram Find us on Patreon: www.patreaon.com/letstalkcaninefitness Learn more about Katharina: https://flexiness-fitness.com/site/ Learn more about Leslie: www.thetotalcanine.net

We discuss the differences between canine rehabilitation and canine fitness. What is canine fitness? Why canine fitness? How can the canine fitness trainer become part of the team and provide benefits to both the medical professional and the pet owner?

We answer our patron questions about fitness tests, how to assess fatigue, hip dysplasia and tripawds. Interested in becoming a patron? You can join at www.patreon.com/letstalkcaninefitness Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.