Learn & Go with Dr. Laurie: Choosing the Perfect Cavaletti Height

Written By Laurie McCauley McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC

Quick Tip from Dr. Laurie:
How to Set Cavaletti Height Just Right

Cavalettis are one of the most effective tools for improving gait, proprioception, and joint control in dogs—but only if they're used correctly.

In this short and super-practical “Learn & Go” episode, Dr. Laurie McCauley shows you how to choose the ideal Cavaletti height for dogs at every stage of mobility—from puppies to post-op to senior pets.

You’ll learn:

  • The most common mistake people make with Cavalettis

  • How height influences joint motion and muscle recruitment

  • A simple rule of thumb to get it right—every time

  • This is one small adjustment that can make a huge difference in results.

Watch below.

Because better movement starts with smarter setup.

 
Laurie McCauley McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC
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