Ep. 15 - Spotting Pain in Dogs Early (and What You Can Do)

Ep. 15 - Spotting Pain in Dogs Early (and What You Can Do)How do you know if your senior dog is in pain when they rarely show it?And which natural therapies can truly help - without relying only on medication?In this episode, I chat again with the wonderful Dr Heidi about how to recognise pain in older dogs and support them with gentle and science-backed therapies like acupuncture and laser therapy.We cover:- The subtle signs of pain most owners miss- Why it’s often dismissed as “just old age”- What acupuncture really does in the body- How laser therapy helps with inflammation and recovery- When to combine therapies for better results- Simple things you can do at home to keep your dog comfortableIf your dog is slowing down or struggling with stiffness, this episode will show you how to spot pain early and learn simple, natural ways to bring them relief.Guest: Dr Heidi Hammel, DVMDr Heidi Hammel is a veterinarian with over 17 years of experience, specialising in pain management and acupuncture. With a deep passion for senior pet care and extensive personal experience, she focuses on helping older dogs live healthy, happy lives and empowering pet parents with practical tips.Follow Dr Heidi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agingpawsvet/ or you can email her at: [email protected]🎧 New episodes out every 2 weeks - follow DAFY for expert and science-led dog health and nutrition advice! 👩‍🔬 Want evidence-based and expert-led advice on dog health and nutrition? Join the DAFY community: https://www.skool.com/dafy/about Follow DAFY on:Instagram: www.instagram.com/dafy_dogadviceforyou/Facebook: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572353507238TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@dafy_dogadviceforyouLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/dafy-dog-advice-for-you/#dafypodcast #seniordogs #dogpainrelief #acupuncturefordogs #dogarthritis #holisticvet #integrativevet #dogmobility #agingdogs #dogwellness #lasertherapydogs #caninearthritis #doghealth #painmanagementdogs #naturalpetcare #dogcomfort #dogparents #agingpawsvet #dogcaretips