Acknowledgements & Introduction 4 Chapter 1 Identifying your dog’s specific needs 8 Chapter 2 Preparing for a restricted lifestyle 16 Chapter 3 Managing your dog’s physical needs 36 Chapter 4 All about mental stimulation 47 Chapter 5 Emotional support for your dog 61 Chapter 6 Back to normality 70 Appendix 1 Loose lead walking 77 Appendix 2 Relaxation & crate training 84 Appendix 3 Further information 90 Notes 91 Index 96