Canine Therapeutic Massage
Just like people, dogs can get stiff and sore. Massage is a focused, intentional, and deliberate touch to balance, soothe, and energize. Animal massage therapists are animal health professionals who use their knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and massage techniques to improve an animal’s physical well-being. As a Canine Massage therapist, I can develop and implement a treatment plan based on your dog’s needs and may work in conjunction with your veterinarian.
Benefits / Applications
- Comforts tired muscles
- Relieves pain by releasing endorphins
- Increases circulation
- Maintains & restores flexibility,
- Increases dog’s self-esteem & lessens behavioral issues
- Releases Stress
- It can help dogs with stress-related issues such as re-homed shelter dogs, those who have lost a friend, or a stressful environment at home
- Competitive dogs will experience improved athletic performance
- Massage can also be used to shorten recovery time after surgical procedures
Puppies & Young Dogs
- Helps them to acclimate to human touch, and accept handling by vets, groomers, etc.
- Improves socialization & increases trust
- Eases tension of new growth stages, including the teething phase
- Gains acceptance of touch, especially to paw
- Maintains optimum wellness
- Detects changes that may signal injury or disease
Senior Dogs
- Helps maintain mobility
- Stimulates circulation and lymphatic system
- Reduces pain and increases comfort