Did you know that a dogs are considered “seniors” when they reach half of their anticipated life expectancy? As our furry friends age, they face unique challenges that require special care and attention. Our Super Seniors Workshop with animal physical therapist, Beth Williams, P.T, A.P.T, is designed to help you provide the best possible support for your aging dog, ensuring they enjoy their golden years to the fullest.
In this workshop, you’ll learn about:
- Senior-Specific Nutrition: Discover the best dietary practices to keep your senior pet healthy and happy.
- Exercise and Mobility: Explore gentle exercises and techniques to maintain your pet’s mobility and reduce discomfort.
- Health Monitoring: Understand the signs of common age-related health issues and how to manage them effectively.
- Comfort and Well-being: Find out how to adapt your home to create a comfortable, stress-free environment for your senior pet.
- Mental Stimulation: Keep your senior pet’s mind sharp with engaging activities designed to stimulate cognitive function. Learn new games and training tips that cater to older pets’ abilities.
Sunday, September 29 from 11:00am to 12:30pm
90 minutes
Tuition: $75
Spaces are limited to 8 participants, so reserve your spot today and make their senior years, their best years!
About Beth Williams:
Beth Williams, P.T., A.P.T. has been a licensed physical therapist since graduating with from California State University Northridge in 1985. Inspired by her heart-dog Nitro’s successful recovery from hip surgery, she opened K9 Wellness Center in 1999 to provide physical therapy and rehabilit
ation for dogs (and the occasional bunny/cat/goat/horse) in Reno. In 2004, Beth became one of the first two licensed animal physical therapists in Nevada, and has worked with many dogs recovering from injury/surgery, and those living with chronic neurological and orthopedic conditions. During her career as a physical therapist for humans, she served as a geriatric clinical specialist for 20 years, pursued advanced training in body work and movement education, was certified in Pilates, and earned a master’s degree in counseling and educational psychology. In 2021, she completed the Dancing Hearts Academy coaches’ training, and expanded her work to help people and dogs cooperatively live their best lives together.
Beth happily resides in Reno, Nevada with her beloved “pack”: husband Dave, Rottweiler KZ, several chickens and paint quarter horse Classy. She and her canine partner KZ enjoy training and competing in barn hunt and North American Sport Dog Association activities in their free time.
