You've got a new best friend. You've taken them for vaccines and check-ups, started puppy socialisation and training classes but what about their joint health?

Contrary to popular belief, arthritis is a young dog disease and the most common health condition that your dog is likely to develop. Give your puppy the best start by learning how their joints develop and what you can do now to protect them for life.

This half-day workshop helps caregivers understand how arthritis can begin early in life, why joint health matters from the very beginning and the simple everyday choices that can make a lasting difference.

Suitable for caregivers of puppies and young dogs who want to support healthy growth, movement and long-term wellbeing.

What You’ll Gain

An understanding of how your puppy’s joints develop and why early care matters

Practical knowledge to support healthy movement and reduce joint strain

Confidence recognising early changes in comfort or mobility

Workshop Format

Half-Day Workshop with Morning Tea

Learn how joints function and how arthritis develops in dogs

Explore exercise, lifestyle and environmental factors that influence joint health

Discuss practical ways to support growing dogs through everyday care

What You’ll Take Home

A workshop guide with clear explanations of joint health and development

Information on exercise and daily habits that protect growing joints

Tools to help monitor your dog’s comfort and track changes over time

Details & Booking

Use the enquiry form below to reserve your place

Cost:

Introductory workshop: $80 per person

Subsequent workshops: $95 per person

Upcoming dates:

Introductory workshop:

Saturday 2 May 2026, 10am to 1pm

Location:

Raumati South or a venue you wish to arrange

Want this workshop at your clinic or class?

Get in touch using the enquiry form below to arrange a session

1/2 day Workshop

Start Strong: Joint Health for Puppies & Young Dogs

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