Make Your Dog Happier Today! Stress-Busting Tips for Dogs with and Without Cancer | Kate Basedow

Recorded just before the holiday season, this episode is packed with inspiration and tips to make every day a celebration of your dog’s life. Whether your dog is young, old, healthy, or dealing with cancer, you’ll find actionable ideas to brighten their days—and yours.

• Simple, easy activities to boost your dog’s emotional and physical well-being
• How to reduce stress and build a stronger bond with your dog
• Expert tips for dogs with mobility issues or chronic illness
• Fun enrichment ideas like “sniffaris,” hide-and-seek games, and clicker training
• The importance of breathing exercises and meditation for you and your dog

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Related Videos:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lHWVGRjUjjc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iAgObIOhEMg

Related Links:

A fantastic article about the very real dangers of stress in dogs: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/causes-and-prevention/stress-in-dogs/

Finding strength and coping with hard times with your dog: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/stress-and-finances/dog-has-cancer/

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:00 – Why Emotional Well-Being Matters for Dogs

02:30 – The Power of Walks and Sniffaris

06:15 – Helping Mobility-Challenged Dogs

09:30 – The Joy of New Toys

11:15 – Eye Gazing: Bonding Through Love Hormones

14:00 – Grooming as a Relaxation Ritual

20:00 – Meditation with Your Dog

26:30 – Cheat Days and Favorite Treats

30:00 – Sharing Your Dog’s Life Story

35:00 – Fun Training and Clicker Tricks

40:00 – Hide-and-Seek Games

44:30 – Agility and Physical Fun

48:15 – Massage Techniques for Relaxation

52:30 – Enrichment: The Key to Happiness

56:00 – Wrap-Up: Celebrate the Bond with Your Dog