Community Support
You’re Not Alone: Join the IVDD Community
IVDD can feel overwhelming. Aubenord aims to create a supportive space for shared experience, practical encouragement and reliable signposting.
Community Purpose
Connect, learn and support one another
Share experiences
Tell others what helped, what was difficult and what you learned.
Practical encouragement
Support owners through crate rest, rehabilitation and changing routines.
Useful recommendations
Share services and resources that may help other families.
Celebrate progress
Recognise every meaningful step, adaptation and quality-of-life win.
Community Standards
A safe and respectful space
No diagnosis or prescribing
Personal experiences must not replace veterinary advice.
Kindness first
No judgement about treatment choices, disability or different recovery outcomes.
Protect privacy
Do not share private details about people or clinics without permission.
Direct emergencies to vets
Urgent medical concerns belong with veterinary professionals.
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Ways to take part
Owner stories
Structured stories focused on useful lessons and hope.
Community questions
Common practical questions answered with clear sourcing.
Support directory
Links to charities, groups and caregiver support.
Find practical help for today
Use the Aubenord resource library for guides, checklists and specialist links.