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The Unplanned Obstacle: From Injury to Triumph: A Canine Recovery Story
Surgery isn't the only way forward—know your options, and make the choice that's right for your dog.
When Jennifer Carter’s energetic dog, Luce, suffered a devastating CCL and meniscus tear, the response from many vets was swift and surgery or else. But Jennifer, a certified canine nutritionist, knew there had to be another way—and she was determined to find it.
The Unplanned Obstacle is both an emotional journey and a powerful guidebook. In these pages, Jennifer shares how she, alongside a team of compassionate veterinary professionals, helped Luce achieve a full recovery through conservative management—a non-surgical, holistic approach to healing that emphasizes time, patience, targeted therapies, and nutrition.
Whether you're knee-deep in internet research or sitting shell-shocked after a vet visit, this book is here to calm the chaos and give you a roadmap. You’ll gain not just hope, but a clear, experience-backed understanding of how to move forward with confidence and love.
💡 Inside this book, you’ll
🐾 What conservative management is—and how it works to support healing naturally.
🐾 The exact therapies, exercises, and nutritional strategies used to support Luce’s recovery.
🐾 How to build a recovery plan tailored to your dog’s unique needs and personality.
🐾 Warning signs to watch for—and common missteps to avoid.
🐾 How to confidently communicate with your vet and become your dog’s strongest advocate.
🐾 Real-life lessons, emotional insights, and practical advice from someone who’s been there.
If your dog has suffered a CCL injury, this book is more than a story—it’s your toolkit. Don’t let fear, pressure, or confusion lead you down a path that might not be right for your pup. The Unplanned Obstacle is proof that there is another way—and your dog deserves a healing journey rooted in care, not just quick fixes.
❤️ Buy this book today and begin a path of love, healing, and hope—for the dog who means everything to you.
When Jennifer Carter’s energetic dog, Luce, suffered a devastating CCL and meniscus tear, the response from many vets was swift and surgery or else. But Jennifer, a certified canine nutritionist, knew there had to be another way—and she was determined to find it.
The Unplanned Obstacle is both an emotional journey and a powerful guidebook. In these pages, Jennifer shares how she, alongside a team of compassionate veterinary professionals, helped Luce achieve a full recovery through conservative management—a non-surgical, holistic approach to healing that emphasizes time, patience, targeted therapies, and nutrition.
Whether you're knee-deep in internet research or sitting shell-shocked after a vet visit, this book is here to calm the chaos and give you a roadmap. You’ll gain not just hope, but a clear, experience-backed understanding of how to move forward with confidence and love.
💡 Inside this book, you’ll
🐾 What conservative management is—and how it works to support healing naturally.
🐾 The exact therapies, exercises, and nutritional strategies used to support Luce’s recovery.
🐾 How to build a recovery plan tailored to your dog’s unique needs and personality.
🐾 Warning signs to watch for—and common missteps to avoid.
🐾 How to confidently communicate with your vet and become your dog’s strongest advocate.
🐾 Real-life lessons, emotional insights, and practical advice from someone who’s been there.
If your dog has suffered a CCL injury, this book is more than a story—it’s your toolkit. Don’t let fear, pressure, or confusion lead you down a path that might not be right for your pup. The Unplanned Obstacle is proof that there is another way—and your dog deserves a healing journey rooted in care, not just quick fixes.
❤️ Buy this book today and begin a path of love, healing, and hope—for the dog who means everything to you.
397 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 28, 2025
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October 8, 2025
Great book, great resource!! My dog unfortunately has a torn CCL, which led me to doing research, lucky for me I found this book. Would highly recommend picking this up! I know I will be going back to it as we work through this injury.
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