Maryna Ozuna nee' Sheryl Studley, B.S. Biology Vassar College; J.D. Thomas Jefferson School of Law, IACP # 1372 CDT (International Association of Canine Professionals), certified member of NADOI (National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors) is the owner of the Arizona Doggy Dude Ranch training center, the founder, and principal practitioner of the Canine Kinaesthetics (tm) system of bodywork, and the founder and principal instructor of the Movement Markers (tm) clinics.

In this conversation, Maryna and I explore proprioceptive mapping in dogs (and people) and how it directly influences learning capacity. We unpack the roles of collection, balance, and recruitment in motor control, and how these concepts intersect with drive states and emotional regulation. As always, we return to one of my favorite subjects: the profound role of touch in shaping safety, awareness, and connection.

This was a truly fascinating discussion, offering eye-opening insights into how modern dogs may need more support than we realize. At the root of learning, confidence, and relationship is a healthy, functional, and coordinated body—because how a dog moves and feels in their body shapes how they learn and engage with the world.

You can find Maryna Ozuna at these websites and socials:

www.azdoggyduderanch.com
www.dogbodycare.com

IG: Movement Markers

Facebook: Movement Markers

Please also check out my new project: Center for Canine Somatics where I will be giving courses like:

Co-Regulating with Your Dog

and webinars such as:

Foundations for Canine Health: Exploring the Nervous System

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During his ten-year teaching career, Grant recognised that his students needed more from traditional education. He decided to create a program to help students feel more connected and engaged in their school environment.

Grant’s great passion for education has driven him to research the benefits of training wellbeing dogs for the classroom. He willingly shares his knowledge and scientific evidence, teaching students and staff how to build emotional intelligence and resilience. Many schools are now witnessing first-hand the impact the program is having on academic outcomes.

Find Dogs Connect online: https://dogsconnect.net.au/

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Dogs Connect virtual course on Polyvagal Institute: Dogs Connect--Connection, Regulation, and Empathy

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Mary Debono helps dog lovers support their dogs' mobility, comfort, and vitality—while improving their own. A Certified Feldenkrais® Practitioner and creator of Debono Moves, Mary combines movement science, gentle touch, and mindset work to foster greater ease, awareness, and connection between dogs and their humans.

She is the award-winning, Amazon bestselling author of Grow Young with Your Dog, a practical and inspiring book that helps people bring out the best in their dogs—and themselves. Mary's gentle hands-on processes support dogs dealing with arthritis, weakness, or injury, and help prevent problems before they start.

With over 30 years of experience, Mary has worked with dog lovers around the world through her online programs and coaching. Her students appreciate how even small changes can lead to big improvements in both human and canine well-being.

Learn more at marydebono.com
Get her free video training at marydebono.com/lovedog

Grow Young with Your Dog (includes companion video and audio files): https://www.marydebono.com/offers/ijNWxpmP/checkout

Blog post about the chihuahua who recovered from a paralyzing stroke: https://www.marydebono.com/blog/dog-recovers-from-stroke

Mary's podcast: Easier Movement, Happier Life

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