322: Handler Mental Recovery After Canine Physical Recovery
Bad Dog Agility Podcast · Esteban & Sarah
September 22, 202336m 26s
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In this episode (36:25)
In this episode, we talk about the mental management required from the HANDLER after a DOG injury. Coming back from an injury requires a great medical team and a dedicated trainer. Rehab is hard work! But many handlers are surprised to discover that mental aspects of returning to the ring, even with the blessing of your veterinarian, is the hardest part of the process.
You Will Learn- Why getting back in the ring is the hardest part, mentally, for the handler.
- Why trying to monitor your dog while you run is working against your goals.
- That not every limp means catastrophe.
- Five benign things that might cause your dog to limp.