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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE RE: Stretch Your Dog for Health and Performance Title: The Healthy Way to Stretch
Your Dog. A Physical Therapy Approach Author:
Sasha Foster and Ashley Foster Author
Contact: sasha@caninefitnesszone.com Price: $24.95 Binding: Paperback, 7” x 10”, 216 pgs,
300 photos & illus., index ISBN:
9781929242542 Available: Immediately Item #DN304 Contact:
Kristy Allen, kristya@dogwise.com, 800-776-2665 x 124, fx 509-662-7233 Stretch your dog to a longer and healthier life Research on human athletes is changing what we know about stretching. For example, it is now recognized
that aggressive stretching should only take place after muscles are warmed up and shortened from exertion. Authors Sasha and
Ashley Foster have applied this latest research to dogs—many of whom compete in vigorous canine sporting events—so
that you can learn how to safely and effectively stretch your dog to prevent injuries, maintain joint integrity, and improve
you dog’s fitness whether he is an elite canine athlete or a lap dog. Over 300 photos and diagrams demonstrate how to
safely and effectively stretch each major muscle group. Teaches correct hand placement for joint stabilization and how to
maintain good form. Stretching routines are presented for both large and small dogs, older dogs, and those that are involved
in a variety of dog sports. Learn
more about • How
to read your dog’s body language and behavior while stretching him. • Techniques that keep you from injuring yourself while stretching
your dog. • 20
minute daily maintenance stretching routines. • Do’s and don’ts when stretching, and when you need to consult with a vet. • Special considerations when stretching older dogs
and small or toy dogs.
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What experts say about The Healthy Way to Stretch Your Dog There are
a lot of stretching books, videos and DVDs out there. This is the first one I've seen that definitively explains why stretching
needs to be done in a relaxed, prone position with correct stabilization in order for the stretch to be effective. The descriptions
of the various stretches are clearly written and anatomically correct. The photographs accurately depict what is to be done.
The photographs of the incredibly handsome dogs luxuriating while being stretched are alone worth the price of the book and
should be an inspiration to anyone who wants to do canine body work. All praise to the authors for a great book!
Sue Ann Lesser, DVM, ACAC, CVSMT
The Healthy Way to Stretch Your Dog is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow
guide to improving your dog's physical health through proper stretching techniques. The book provides a wealth of information
and photos to get you working with your dog right away, whether it's for strengthening your dog's performance in a
variety of dog sports, or helping to properly maintain your senior dog's physical health.
Mychelle Blake, editor of The APDT Chronicle of the Dog
The Healthy Way to Stretch Your Dog contains a tremendous amount
of information. Knowing the science behind successful stretching will be a valuable resource for all dog owners. Understanding
dog behavior as is relates to therapeutic interventions and directing the reader to engage in proper body posture will allow
users of this book to continue to stretch many dogs for many years to come!
Laurie M Edge-Hughes, BScPT, MAnimSt
(Animal Physiotherapy), CAFCI, CCRT
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