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Helpful tips, heart-warming tales, and honest reviews for the busy dog parent, with our first product launching in Q1 2026! (Elevated food and water station) Be First to See Our First Product, an elevated bowl - Join the wait list here https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/ After struggling to find sustainable, well-designed options for her own pup, and digging deep into the pet industry during her Master’s in Sustainable Design, Mariska realized she was searching for products that simply didn’t exist. She realized that if these products didn’t exist yet, maybe it was her turn to help bring them to life. That mission sparked both the upcoming product line and the creation of Tails & Tones. Being a dog mom is the best, but let’s be real, it can also be confusing, messy, and a little lonely sometimes. That’s why the podcast was born: a warm, practical corner of the internet for intentional, busy dog parents. Every second Friday, host Mariska (fellow dog parent, dog-obsessed human, and sustainability-driven designer) delivers short, soulful episodes filled with dog-care tips, honest product reviews, inspiring stories, and real-life advice you can actually use. And now the next chapter begins: Our very first Tails & Tones product launches May 2026! Thoughtfully designed, sustainability-led, and made for modern dog parents like you. Alongside the elevated food & water station, we currently have three additional products in R&D, all created with the same intentional, sustainable approach. Be the first to know when our first product go live, join the waitlist here https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/ Listen on your favorite podcast app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or anywhere you tune in. You can also subscribe directly at https://tailsandtones.com/listen If something in the show speaks to you, or you know a fellow dog parent who’d love it, please share it and leave a review on https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tails-and-tones-6086657 Got questions or just want to say hi? I’m always around on Instagram @tailsandtones Where every tail tells a story, and every tone speaks from the heart. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tailsandtones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tailsandtones Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TailsandTones Website: https://www.TailsandTones.com

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June 5, 2026

36: Limping But Not in Pain? Why Your Dog's Discomfort Is Easier to Miss Than You Think with Dr. Ellie Lederer

<p>In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ellie Lederer, an ECVS board-certified small animal orthopedic surgeon, and the founder of MOVES, a free online orthopaedic journal club for vets across the Middle East. We get into the subtle signs that your dog might be in more pain than they're letting on, the most common orthopedic conditions in small dogs, what slippery floors are actually doing to your puppy's hips, when waiting is fine versus when you really need to see a vet, and, something that is incredibly close to my heart, why feeding posture matters so much more than most of us realise, especially for dogs already navigating joint issues.</p><p></p><h2>Guest Bio:</h2><p>Our guest today is Dr. Ellie Lederer, an ECVS board-certified small animal orthopedic surgeon currently running a referral orthopaedic service at Umm Suqeim Veterinary Centre in Dubai. She specialises in joint replacements, fracture repair, cruciate disease, elbow disease, and all things bones and joints in dogs and cats.</p><p>With two decades of veterinary experience, five years of training followed by fifteen years in practice, including a full residency in the UK Dr. Ellie holds one of the highest qualifications available in her field. She is also the founder of MOVES (Middle Eastern Orthopaedics Veterinary Excellence Society), a free online journal club designed to improve clinical outcomes for pets across the UAE by making the latest research accessible to vets in practice.</p><p>Outside the operating theatre, she competed as a contender on the BBC reboot of Gladiators and is an avid bagpipe player, which, as it turns out, is excellent training for surgery.</p><p></p><h1>Takeaways:</h1><ul><li>"They're limping but they're not in pain" is almost never true. Dogs are hardwired to hide discomfort. Limping, lameness, or gait changes are pain signals 99% of the time. The 1% exception is a structural leg-length difference — everything else warrants investigation.</li><li>Pain shows up as behaviour change, not just limping.</li><li>Common orthopedic conditions such as luxating patella, hip dysplasia, and cruciate ligament injuries prevalent in specific breeds</li><li>The significance of early diagnosis and appropriate interventions to improve quality of life in senior and arthritic dogs</li><li>How breed, age, and body condition influence decisions around neutering timing and orthopedic health</li><li>The importance of proper feeding posture and how elevated bowls support joint health and reduce strain.</li><li>The role of scientific research, including MOVES, a veterinary orthopedics journal club, in advancing pet care</li><li>The benefits of collaboration and shared knowledge among veterinary professionals for better clinical outcomes</li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Relevant links mentioned in the episode:</h2><ul><li>Dr. Ellie Lederer: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/orthovetellie/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram Dr. Ellie </a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/usvetcentre/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">USVetCentre</a>/ <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@orthovetellie" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a>/ <a href="https://usvc.me/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></li><li>Review the podcast on <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tails-and-tones-6086657" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podchaser</a></li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones newsletter <a href="https://newsletter.tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones waiting list for our first product (Elevated Food System) <a href="https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Find Tails and Tones on our socials: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tailsandtones" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a> /<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tailsandtones/?viewAsMember=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> / <a href="https://tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Timestamps to relevant points within the episode:</h2><p>[00:00]-Intro</p><p>[02:30] BBC Gladiators, bagpipes, and what they have in common with surgery</p><p>[04:25] What does ECVS board-certified actually mean? Breaking down the credential</p><p>[06:34] The difference between "specialist" in the UK vs UAE, and why it matters when choosing a vet</p><p>[07:04] What drew Dr. Ellie to orthopedics, putting things back together and keeping pets pain-free</p><p>[07:56] How do you actually know if your dog is in pain? The signs most owners miss</p><p>[09:10] "They're limbing but they're not in pain", why this breaks Dr. Ellie's heart (and why it's almost never true)</p><p>[11:22] More hidden pain signals: licking joints, reluctance to exercise, lying down on walks</p><p>[12:47] Mariska's own story, Piper becoming snappy with dogs, and how pain was the real reason</p><p>[13:35] Hip pain and behaviour at daycare, why irritability with other dogs is a common red flag</p><p>[15:17] The most common orthopedic conditions in small dogs, luxating patella, cruciate disease, elbow disease</p><p>[16:13] How luxating patella (dislocating kneecap) actually works, and why grade matters</p><p>[17:58] Piper's grade 3 luxating patella — Mariska's story, the snap in the park, and the physio she wishes she'd prioritised</p><p>[19:15] Traumatic vs developmental patella luxation, and "let dogs be dogs" (the guilt-free moment)</p><p>[21:00] Community question: can running (zoomies) on tiles cause joint trauma or luxating patella?</p><p>[21:13] The hip dysplasia + slippery floors study, and why runner rugs are a simple fix</p><p>[23:37] Wait and see, when is it fine and when is it a problem?</p><p>[25:18] "I'm the same", Dr. Ellie as a pet owner, and why going to the vet is never a waste</p><p>[26:09] Which breeds walk through Dr. Ellie's door most? Labradors, French Bulldogs, Dachshunds, and more</p><p>[28:42] Community question: does early neutering (7–8 months) negatively affect body development in Pomeranians?</p><p>[29:08] How neutering affects calorie needs, hormones, joint development, and cancer risk, and why it's breed-specific</p><p>[32:36] Chemical castration, the reversible implant option most people don't know about</p><p>[33:43] MOVES: Dr. Ellie's free online orthopaedic journal club for vets across the Middle East</p><p>[34:47] Feeding posture, what is actually happening in your dog's body when they eat from the floor?</p><p>[35:08] Why Dr. Ellie recommends elevated feeding for dogs with osteoarthritis, neck pain, and disc disease</p><p>[36:26] The French Bulldog head weight question, proportionally, how much pressure does that big head put on their front legs?</p><p>[37:46] Elevated feeding for senior dogs, esophageal motility, aspiration risk, and why height helps</p><p>[39:16] The 60/40 rule, how weight should be distributed across your dog's limbs at mealtime</p><p>[40:48] How high should the bowl actually be? The ergonomic posture principle</p><p>[41:38] "If your dog is getting into an extreme posture to eat, trying an elevated feeding bowl seems like a sensible step."</p><p>[42:22] The one thing Dr. Ellie wishes every dog parent knew before their first orthopedic appointment</p><p>[42:36] Biggest misconception revisited, "they're limbing but they're not in pain" and why early intervention changes outcomes</p><p>[44:04] Quality of life with arthritis, body condition scoring, keeping dogs lean, and what's actually possible</p><p>[46:41] Where to find Dr. Ellie, Instagram, YouTube, MOVES, and the new joint replacement program</p>

May 1, 2026

35: Understanding Dog Behavior, The Hidden Link Between Pain, Emotions & Reactivity with Dr Julie Ashton

<p>In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Julie Ashton, an ABTC-certified veterinary behaviorist, to unpack what’s really going on behind common dog behavior challenges, from reactivity and anxiety to sudden changes like house accidents or obsessive ball play. We explore the powerful connection between physical health, emotional wellbeing, and behavior, and why many issues are often misunderstood as “bad behavior” rather than signs of stress, fear, or even pain. This conversation is packed with practical, science-backed insights to help dog parents better understand their pets, avoid common mistakes, and build a calmer, more supportive environment for their dogs.</p><p></p><h2>Guest Bio:</h2><p>Our guest today is Dr. Julie Ashton, an ABTC-certified Veterinary Behaviourist who helps dogs and cats with complex behavioural challenges. Julie discovered her passion for behaviour while studying at Bristol Vet School, where she graduated in 2009 as both a veterinarian and with a degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare. After working in London and later Sydney, she now runs her behaviour practice from rural Essex, supporting pet owners through referral behaviour consultations both online and in person.</p><p></p><h1>Takeaways:</h1><ul><li>Behavior problems are often rooted in <strong>pain, fear, or emotional distress</strong>, not disobedience</li><li><strong>Always rule out medical issues first</strong> when behavior changes suddenly</li><li>Reactivity is a <strong>symptom, not a diagnosis, </strong>understanding the cause is key</li><li>Overexposure to fears (like forcing socialization) can <strong>make anxiety worse</strong></li><li>Proper play should include <strong>balance, breaks, and mutual engagement</strong></li><li>High-arousal activities (like excessive ball play) can <strong>increase stress and physical strain</strong></li><li>Dogs need <strong>rest, structure, and safe environments</strong> to regulate behavior</li><li>Early <strong>puppy socialization (done correctly)</strong> is critical for long-term behavior</li><li>Many “bad behaviors” are actually dogs <strong>struggling, not misbehaving</strong></li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Relevant links mentioned in the episode:</h2><ul><li>Life on four legs vet: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifeonfourlegsvet/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lifeonfourlegs" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://lifeonfourlegs.co.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></li><li>Review the podcast on <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tails-and-tones-6086657" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podchaser</a></li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones newsletter <a href="https://newsletter.tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones waiting list for our first product, Élevé (Elevated Food System) <a href="https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Find Tails and Tones on our socials: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tailsandtones" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a> /<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tailsandtones/?viewAsMember=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> / <a href="https://tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Timestamps to relevant points within the episode:</h2><p>[00:00]-Intro</p><p>[04:08] The biggest misconception about dog behavior</p><p>[07:26] What “reactivity” actually means</p><p>[09:54] Why sudden behavior changes = check health first</p><p>[14:30] The #1 mistake dog owners make with anxious dogs</p><p>[18:12] Why play can turn into aggression</p><p>[23:59] Obsession with ball play explained</p><p>[28:39] Why dogs suddenly pee inside the house</p><p>[35:26] Why behavior changes should always be checked by a vet</p><p>[41:07] How to prevent behavior problems in puppies</p><p>[46:24] “They’re not giving you a hard time…” mindset shift</p>

April 17, 2026

34: If I Got a Puppy Tomorrow, I’d Do THIS Differently

<p>Our French Bulldog, Piper is almost six. And looking back, there's a list of things Mariska would do differently from day one. In this solo episode, she shares everything, the daily routines, the health habits, the equipment, and the medical prep, that she wishes someone had told her before Piper came home.</p><p></p><h1>Takeaways:</h1><ul><li>Why a consistent daily rhythm matters more than any individual training technique</li><li>The feeding setup most owners miss, and why how your dog eats matters as much as what they eat</li><li>Teeth cleaning alternatives when brushing just isn't happening (drops, foam, enzymes)</li><li>How to get your dog comfortable taking medicine, the cheese ball method and the decoy trick</li><li>Why you should introduce shoes, ramps, and strollers before you ever need them</li><li>The midday rest most dog parents skip, and why it changes everything</li><li>The non-negotiables Mariska would never go without</li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Relevant links mentioned in the episode:</h2><ul><li>Enzyme tooth gel, dental drops, dental foam that we use or ask your vet or local pet store</li><li><a href="https://frenchiesvsplaque.carrd.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Frenchie vs Everybody </a>dental toppers</li><li><a href="https://podcast.tailsandtones.com/episode/32" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 32:</a> Why Your Dog Reacts with Mena Lopes</li><li><a href="https://podcast.tailsandtones.com/episode/33" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Episode 33:</a> The Hidden Cause of Dog Allergies with Amanda Smith</li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones waiting list for our first product (Piper's Founders Pack, Elevated Food System) <a href="https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Sign up to our Tails and Tones newsletter <a href="https://newsletter.tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a></li><li>Review the podcast on <a href="https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tails-and-tones-6086657" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podchaser</a></li><li>Find Tails and Tones on our socials: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a> / <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tailsandtones/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook </a>/ <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@tailsandtones" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a> /<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tailsandtones/?viewAsMember=true" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a> / <a href="https://tailsandtones.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></li></ul><br/><h2></h2><h2>Timestamps to relevant points within the episode:</h2><p>[00:00] Intro + product update</p><p>[02:18] Why routine is the foundation (and what causes anxiety in dogs)</p><p>[03:20] The morning routine that sets your dog up for success</p><p>[06:05] The feeding setup, how Piper’s physio changed everything</p><p>[09:35] Dental health, the parent fail and what actually works</p><p>[18:45] Getting your dog ready for medicine (before you actually need it)</p><p>[25:10] Equipment habituation: shoes, ramps, harnesses, strollers</p><p>[30:05] Midday rest, - why your dog might be overtired (not under-stimulated)</p><p>[31:55] The afternoon sniff walk (“sniffari”) and why it matters</p><p>[34:05] Evening routine and wind-down</p><p>[35:50] What I’d never skip (the non-negotiables)</p><p>[39:05] Outro</p>

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What is Tails and Tones?: Helpful tips, heart-warming tales, and honest reviews for the busy dog parent, with our first product launching in Q1 2026! (Elevated food and water station)

Be First to See Our First Product, an elevated bowl - Join the wait list here https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/

After struggling to find sustainable, well-designed options for her own pup, and digging deep into the pet industry during her Master’s in Sustainable Design, Mariska realized she was searching for products that simply didn’t exist.

She realized that if these products didn’t exist yet, maybe it was her turn to help bring them to life.

That mission sparked both the upcoming product line and the creation of Tails & Tones.

Being a dog mom is the best, but let’s be real, it can also be confusing, messy, and a little lonely sometimes. That’s why the podcast was born: a warm, practical corner of the internet for intentional, busy dog parents.

Every second Friday, host Mariska (fellow dog parent, dog-obsessed human, and sustainability-driven designer) delivers short, soulful episodes filled with dog-care tips, honest product reviews, inspiring stories, and real-life advice you can actually use.

And now the next chapter begins: Our very first Tails & Tones product launches May 2026! Thoughtfully designed, sustainability-led, and made for modern dog parents like you. Alongside the elevated food & water station, we currently have three additional products in R&D, all created with the same intentional, sustainable approach. Be the first to know when our first product go live, join the waitlist here https://tailsandtoneselevated.carrd.co/

Listen on your favorite podcast app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon, or anywhere you tune in. You can also subscribe directly at https://tailsandtones.com/listen

If something in the show speaks to you, or you know a fellow dog parent who’d love it, please share it and leave a review on https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/tails-and-tones-6086657

Got questions or just want to say hi? I’m always around on Instagram @tailsandtones

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