Is the Dog Difficult… or in Pain? | Canine Biomechanics for Dog Groomers | Ep. 7

What if the dog on your grooming table is not being “difficult” at all? What if the shifting, pulling away, sensitivity, resistance, inability to stand still, or sudden change in behavior is connected to discomfort, structure, movement, or compensation? In Episode 8 of Beneath The Canine Coat with Michelle & Sasha, we explore: PAIN BENEATH THE BEHAVIOR How Biomechanics Shape the Modern Dog This episode is for professional Dog Groomers who want to become better observers of the dog in front of them. We discuss: • posture and structural balance • movement and compensation • subtle signs of discomfort a Dog Groomer may notice • how pain or physical limitation can influence behavior • why standing, turning, lifting a leg, or maintaining position may be difficult for some dogs • what the grooming table can reveal through movement and posture • when observation should lead to a conversation with the dog parent or veterinary professional This is not about diagnosing dogs. It is about learning to pause before labeling the behavior. Before we say: “They’re stubborn.” “They won’t cooperate.” “They hate grooming.” “They’re being difficult.” Ask another question: Could they be uncomfortable? Because sometimes the behavior is not the problem. The behavior is information. 🎙️ Beneath The Canine Coat with Michelle & Sasha Episode 7: Pain Beneath the Behavior — How Biomechanics Shape the Modern Dog Bring your questions from the grooming table and join the conversation. The body may be telling you more than you were taught to see. Explore PLH School, masterclasses, professional education, resources & more: https://www.plhschool.com/all-my-links New episodes of Beneath The Canine Coat air every Monday on the SashaRiessOfficial YouTube channel. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss the next conversation. #DogGrooming #CanineBehavior #CanineBiomechanics