In the first episode of Canine Arthritis Matters, hosts Dr. Hannah Capon (founder CAM https://caninearthritis.co.uk) and Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw (founder of CARE https://caninearthritis.org) introduce themselves and share their journeys in veterinary medicine that led them to focus on osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs. They discuss their personal and professional experiences with canine OA, their goals for the podcast, and the importance of multidisciplinary approaches in managing OA. Future episodes will feature interviews with experts in the field, and each episode will provide practical tips for managing OA in dogs.

Dr. Hannah Capon:

Hannah Capon is a renowned veterinarian and founder of Canine Arthritis Management (CAM https://caninearthritis.co.uk), a platform dedicated to educating dog owners and veterinary professionals about arthritis. With a passion for improving the quality of life for arthritic dogs, Hannah is a leading voice in the field of canine pain management. Inspired by her own dogs’ battles with arthritis, she combines professional expertise with personal experience to make a difference.

Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw:

Dr. Kristin Kirkby Shaw is a veterinarian specialized in surgery and rehabilitation/sports medicine with over 14 years of clinical experience managing arthritis and chronic pain. She has firsthand experience dealing with arthritis and pain in her own dogs. Kristin founded CARE, a website dedicated to providing practical, evidence-based tools and resources for those caring for dogs with arthritis. She is passionate about educating veterinary professionals and caregivers on the early signs of arthritis and methods to manage it, ensuring a high quality of life for affected dogs.

Further informations:

VOA podcast Russell Chandler: https://vet-oa.com/podcast/

The Veterinary Rehabilitation Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/the-veterinary-rehabilitation-podcast/id1277186348

Learn more about CAM:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CAMarthritis

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/canine_arthritis

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CanineArthritisManagement

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/canine-arthritis-management-ltd

Learn more about CARE:

Website: https://caninearthritis.org

Have questions send them to: info@caninearthritis.co.uk

Stay tuned to learn how early detection can make a significant difference in managing OA in younger dogs.