Panel Discussion with Julia Robertson, Hannah Capon, and Daniel Shaw

This panel brings together veterinary, behavioural, and physical development perspectives to explore how we can give puppies the best start in life. From conformation and movement, to behaviour and health, our panellists will discuss how these areas intersect and how a collaborative approach can support puppies to grow into resilient, well-rounded adults. The session will include a live audience Q&A.


Dr Hannah Capon MA Vet MB MRCVS, CCRP

Hannah qualified from Cambridge University in 2002 and has worked in a large variety of practices and roles from sole charge first opinion to teamwork emergency practice. She won the 2020 Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Impact Award, the 2019 CEVA Vet of the Year and finalist in the 2019 Petplan Vet of the Year. Hannah has an incredible passion for chronic pain management, geriatrics and musculoskeletal health and rehabilitation and has been recognised for her tireless work on Canine Arthritis Management (CAM) an online education and support service for owners of arthritic dogs and professionals.

Julia Robertson

Julia Robertson's extensive contributions to the field of canine myotherapy are truly remarkable. Her pioneering work in understanding and treating adaptive change in dogs has had a profound impact on the lives of thousands of dogs worldwide. Through her organisation, Galen Myotherapy, Julia has not only treated numerous dogs but has also trained countless individuals in her innovative techniques. Her development of Positive P.A.C.T.®, Galen’s unique methodology for 'choice led treatment,' reflects her commitment to providing compassionate care to animals in pain. Furthermore, Julia's efforts to raise awareness about the correlation between canine pain and behaviour have led to the formalisation of the Galen Comfort Scale©, which is now used in studies and treatments globally. As a published author of four books and producer of two DVDs, including the award-winning 'Tongue to Tail,' Julia has further solidified her reputation as an expert in the field. Her books, such as ‘How to Build a Puppy into a Healthy Adult Dog’, 'Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog' and 'The Complete Dog Massage Manual,' have become essential resources for veterinary professionals, students, therapists, trainers, and dog owners alike.

Daniel Shaw BSc (Hons), MSc, CDBC

Daniel Shaw MSc CDBC is an animal behaviourist with expertise in psychology, animal behaviour, and neuroscience. As the owner of Animal Behaviour Kent (ABK), he supports dogs and cats with behavioural challenges, provides expert witness assessments for legal cases under the Dangerous Dogs Act, and has contributed to Parliamentary discussions on dog bite reform. With a master’s degree in neuroscience, Daniel combines research with practical applications and has been featured on BBC Southeast Today, TalkTV, and LBC News. He teaches internationally on a range of topics, including aggression, frustration, and trauma in dogs, helping professionals enhance their understanding and approach to complex cases. Daniel also organizes the annual ABK Dog Behaviour Conference and runs ABK Learn, a platform offering science-based education in animal behaviour, training, and neuroscience.