We love the diversity of purebred dogs, but we also love the diversity of their owners. We come from all angles of purebred dog ownership, and what we have in common is a love for our dogs. Something we saw recently is worth mentioning no matter what your involvement with your dog, and that is how you handle your dog’s forelegs.

A dog’s front legs are attached to her skeleton only by tendon and muscle. There aren’t any bone attachments, and this is why is it’s so important that when you’re handling your dog (when grooming, cutting or grinding nails, during a vet visit, or setting your dog up in a show ring) you keep your dog’s shoulders as closer to your dog as possible. Sideways movement away from your girl or boy’s body can cause damage to the shoulder and chest muscles.

Shiba Upsidedown Down by Jody Whitsell
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