A. Spinal flexion/ hip flexor stretch: Place one arm underneath your dogs belly in front of their hindlimbs to step them walking forwards. Use a treat in the other hand to encourage them to stretch forwards for the treat. Hold
B. Spinal extension: se your one hand to support your dog under their belly. The treat hand comes down and in between your dogs forelimbs. Your dog should follow the treat to make an arch with their back. Hold
C. Spinal rotation: For the side stretches you can either continue supporting them with your supporting hand or lure them in between your legs so your legs are supporting them. Use your treat hand to guide your dog round to their hip or round your leg. Hold and repeat to the other side. Targets for the side stretch, nose to:
– Shoulder
– Hip/ tail
– Hind paw
– Forepaw
– Back to shoulder