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Chris Zink is a specialist in canine sports medicine and rehabilitation with additional certifications in rehabilitation, chiropractic, and acupuncture. She is the award-winning author of numerous publications, most recently the book Discovering Your Dog, and Fit for Life videos (www.caninesports.com). Chris helped to establish the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation as one of the newest specialties in veterinary medicine, and was named Outstanding Woman Veterinarian of the Year in 2009. As a canine sports competitor, Dr. Zink has put over 200 titles on dogs from five different Groups in Agility, Obedience, Rally, Conformation, Tracking, Hunt Tests, Barn Hunt, Lure Coursing, Fast CAT, Nosework, and Scent Work.
Dog Sports
Celebrate your senior dog with activities and bonding moments that honor their golden years – because they’ve earned it!
Canine Health
Overload boosts your dog’s strength and longevity. Learn safe methods to build muscle, prevent injury, and promote fitness.
Canine Health
Training dogs in nosework boosts optimism, improving their mental stability, learning, and decision-making through cognitive bias.
Dog Sports
Want your dog to remember training better? Try taking a walk or a nap post-session for improved long-term retention! Read more.
Canine Health
Explore how paw preference in dogs reveals emotional insights, impacts behavior, and can predict success in tasks like guide dog training.
Canine Health
Discover how to manage and reduce Malassezia yeast overgrowth in dogs, causing reddish-brown stains on the eyes, mouth, ears, and feet.
Canine Health
Learn how to prevent dog heatstroke with new studies on cooling, exercise impacts, and tips for monitoring your dog’s heat susceptibility.
Canine Health
Discover the science behind photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) for dogs’ athletic performance enhancement. Dr. Chris Zink explains!
Canine Health
Discover how dogs’ noses possess a unique sixth sense, enabling them to detect infrared radiation like certain exotic creatures.
Discover how oxytocin, known as the ‘love hormone’, enhances the unique bond between humans and dogs, going beyond its traditional roles in whelping and nurturing.
Canine Health
Explore the vital role of proprioception in your dog’s well-being. Learn how to keep your dog active and injury-free!
Canine Health
Improve your dog’s health and performance with core strength exercises for dogs. Prevent injuries and ensure a happy, active life!
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