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Canine Arthritis Matters

Dr. Hannah Capon

Welcome to Canine Arthritis Matters, your go-to resource for canine health and wellbeing. Hosted by Dr. Hannah Capon, our podcast provides valuable insights and practical advice on managing canine arthritis, mobility issues, and chronic pain. Our goal is to educate and support dog owners in early identification, proactive management, and comprehensive care practices, ensuring dogs lead long, comfortable, and happy lives. Join us on this journey to improve the quality of life for your furry Have

kids & family pets & animals

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Episode 60 - Consent-Based Grooming: The Missing...

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2025/11/11

Episode summaryHost sits down with Daniela Malcolm-Stewart (Woody’s Holistic Grooming) to unpack how grooming and osteoarthritis (OA) intersect — and why groomers belong in the interdisciplinary care team. Daniela explains her consent-based setup (floor work, padded mats, walk-in shower) and how many “difficult” dogs are actually showing pain. She shares the story of Maximus, whose later-diagnosed OA, hip dysplasia and spondylosis shaped her mission to empower guardians to groom at home with welfare

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01:07:22

Episode 59 - The Intersection of Pain and Behavior in...

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2025/10/28

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, host Hannah Capon and Dr. Sarah Heath delve into the complexities of canine arthritis and the importance of behavioral medicine. They discuss the intricate relationship between pain and behavior, emphasizing the need for a multidisciplinary approach in veterinary care. The conversation highlights the significance of caregiver insights, the role of rehabilitation coaches, and the rising interest in pain management within the veterinary community. Dr. Heath

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01:08:34

Episode 58 - Exploring Canine Bowen Technique - Laura...

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2025/10/21

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Dr. Hannah Capon speaks with Bowen practitioner Laura Johnson about the lesser-known integrative therapy, the Canine Bowen Technique. Laura shares her personal journey from education to becoming a certified Bowen practitioner, and how her own agility dog’s chronic pain led her to explore this gentle, fascia-focused therapy.Together, Hannah and Laura discuss what Bowen is, how it works, and how it may complement veterinary care in cases of osteoarthritis

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01:07:30

Episode 57 - Managing Neuropathic and Orthopaedic...

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2025/10/07

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon welcomes Professor Clare Rusbridge, a world-renowned veterinary neurologist, to discuss the complex overlap between neurological and orthopaedic disease in dogs. Together, they explore how conditions such as Chiari malformation, syringomyelia, neuropathies, and osteoarthritis often coexist, and how misinterpretation can lead to over-medication or even unnecessary surgeries.Clare highlights practical diagnostic tips for vets in general

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01:11:54

Episode 56 - Chronic Pain in Dogs: Challenges and...

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2025/09/30

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Dr. Hannah Capon is joined by Dr. Mark Epstein, a leading voice in veterinary pain management and co-owner of Total Bond Veterinary Hospitals in the US. Together, they dive deep into the complexities of recognising, assessing, and managing chronic pain in dogs and cats. From validated clinical metrology instruments (COAST, LOAD, CBPI, CSOM) to the promise of anti-NGF monoclonal antibodies, Mark shares insights from both research and everyday practice.The

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01:03:56

Episode 55 - End-of-Life Care and OA - A...

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2025/09/23

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Dr. Hannah Capon speaks with Dr. Tyler Carmack, Director of Hospice and Palliative Care at Caring Pathways. Dr. Carmack shares her journey from emergency medicine into dedicating her career to hospice and palliative care for companion animals. Together, they explore how end-of-life care can be approached with compassion, planning, and innovation, particularly in cases of chronic pain and osteoarthritis. From emergency kits to integrative therapies and

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01:06:44

Episode 54 - Management of cranial cruciate disease -...

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2025/09/16

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon is joined by ACPAT veterinary physiotherapist Amy King to discuss one of the most common causes of pelvic limb lameness in dogs: cruciate disease. As the leading driver of stifle arthritis, cruciate ligament injuries demand careful management, whether surgical or conservative.Amy explains the underlying causes and pathophysiology of cruciate disease, key interventions and why they matter, and practical rehabilitation approaches tailored for

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01:00:28

Episode 53 - Pain or Frailty? Rethinking Care for...

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2025/09/09

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon is joined by Professor Natasha Olby of North Carolina State University to explore the emerging but under-recognised concept of frailty in companion animals. Frailty is widely studied in human medicine but rarely discussed in veterinary practice, despite its major implications for how we interpret behaviour, manage medications, and support quality of life in ageing dogs.Together, they discuss how frailty differs from chronic pain, why

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01:15:41

Episode 52 - Managing Osteoarthritis in Dogs with...

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2025/09/02

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon speaks with Dr. Deborah (Deb) Torraca of Wizard of Paws, a pioneer in veterinary rehabilitation. Together they dive into one of the most overlooked challenges in managing osteoarthritis: comorbidities such as kidney disease, heart disease, or cancer that often overshadow pain management.Deb shares her wealth of experience treating complex cases, showing how rehab, lifestyle modifications, and manual therapies can still transform quality of

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Episode 51 - From Humans to Animals - A Rehab Journey...

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2025/08/26

In this thought-provoking episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon sits down with Vincent Hoogstad, a physiotherapist turned animal rehabilitation practitioner and educator. Together, they explore the complexities of pain: how animals and humans perceive it differently, the cultural drivers that shape our response to it, and why pain behavior is not always a reliable indicator of suffering.The conversation dives into evolutionary perspectives, the distinction between emotions and feelings,

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01:37:21

Episode 50 - Rehab in Everyday Practice - Early...

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2025/08/19

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon speaks with João Alves MRCVS, a veterinary surgeon with a special interest in chronic pain and osteoarthritis. Together they discuss why spotting pain early is vital, how misinterpreting behaviour can delay care, and why arthritis should be considered long before obvious lameness develops.João shares practical advice for general practitioners on integrating chronic pain assessment into everyday consults, from history-taking to subtle movement

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Episode 49 - Rehab Support - Telehealth for Canine OA...

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2025/08/12

This episode of Canine Arthritis Matters takes a practical look at how telehealth can strengthen osteoarthritis care in the UK (and beyond). Host Hannah Capon is joined by registered veterinary nurse Evie Tumon and senior anaesthetist/pain specialist Dr. James Hunt to unpack what remote guidance adds: time to listen, continuity, calmer conversations outside the “white coat” setting, and a clearer framework for weight, lifestyle, and analgesia decisions that owners can take back to their primary vet

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Episode 48 - Applying the Biopsychosocial Model in...

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2025/08/05

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, Hannah Capon speaks with Ben Cormack, an international educator and musculoskeletal therapist with over 20 years of experience, about the relevance of the biopsychosocial (BPS) model in veterinary care.Ben explains the history and philosophy behind the BPS model, why it should be seen as a framework rather than a fixed treatment method, and how it can enhance communication, trust, and treatment outcomes. Together, they explore the parallels between human

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00:54:31

Episode 47 - Rehab for Arthritic Dogs - Practical...

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2025/07/29

In this episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, host Hannah Capon speaks with Dr. Laurie McCauley, a leading voice in veterinary rehabilitation. Together, they explore how movement, touch, and integrative therapies can transform the lives of dogs living with osteoarthritis.Dr. McCauley shares practical strategies for at-home care, discusses the power of isometric exercises, and explains how tools like lasers and tuning forks can play a supportive role in reducing pain and improving mobility. The

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Episode 46 - Rethinking Mobility: On Functional...

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2025/07/22

Hannah Capon speaks with PhD researcher Georgia Wells about functional mobility in dogs—what it really means, how it differs from lameness, and why current tools like CBPI and LOAD only scratch the surface. Georgia shares the path from dog grooming to academia, her current research on developing a functional mobility scale for caregivers to use at home, and why assessing everyday activities like toileting, eating, and play could be key to detecting problems earlier. A must-listen for anyone invested

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Episode 45 - Acute Flares: Just the Beginning -...

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2025/07/15

In this episode, physiotherapist and researcher Nicole Bausch joins Hannah Capon to explore the overlooked concept of acute flares in canine osteoarthritis. Drawing from her background in the human health sector, Nicole explains how flares have only recently been formally defined even in people, and why this definition is essential for improving communication, treatment decisions, and outcomes in dogs. Hannah shares real-world challenges from clinical practice and personal experience, highlighting

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01:50:22

Episode 44 - Objective monitoring techniques to...

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2025/07/08

In this episode, Professor Duncan Lascelles joins Hannah Capon to explore the future of pain management in dogs with osteoarthritis. Duncan shares insights from his extensive research into pain detection and his work on AniV8’s development of objective tools to measure chronic pain in companion animals. They walk through a case study to demonstrate how early recognition and a structured approach can transform outcomes. The discussion highlights why osteoarthritis should be viewed as a disease of

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Episode 43 - Conformation and Innate Health - Rowene...

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2025/07/01

In this CAM Live episode, Dr. Rowena Packer joins Hannah Capon to discuss her 2012 research on how dog owners often perceive breed-related health issues as “normal.” This perception can delay diagnosis and treatment and contribute to the continued breeding of dogs with extreme physical traits. The conversation focuses on the welfare consequences of conformational disorders, the caregiver burden, and how changing owner education and perception could lead to better outcomes. Rowena shares insight from

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01:28:22

Episode 42 - Evidence-based interventions with...

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2025/06/24

In this CAM Live episode, Dr. Brennen McKenzie (known as the SkeptVet) joins Hannah Capon to discuss why evidence-based medicine is essential in protecting animals and caregivers from ineffective or harmful treatments. They explore common arthritis-related therapies and highlight the importance of rigorous scientific testing. Topics include the use of NSAIDs, turmeric, CBD, glucosamine, PEMF, LED/laser therapy, essential fatty acids, and zoopharmacognosy.Published December 2020

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01:16:29

Episode 41 - From Tumors to Joints: Exploring...

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2025/06/17

In this episode, Dr. James Elliott joins Hannah Capon to explore the use of radiotherapy in treating osteoarthritis-related pain in dogs. Known primarily as a cancer treatment, radiotherapy is now being examined for its potential in managing chronic pain when conventional treatments are not enough. James shares clinical insights, including the case of his own dog, and discusses the promise and challenges of this emerging approach.Brief BioDr. James Elliott is a veterinary oncologist at Southfields

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