Massage...it's not just for people anymore

Just like people, dogs also benefit from touch... for therapy or the ultimate in relaxation!  Massage can be used to integrate non-threatening touch to a nervous animal or give a loving, purposeful touch to older animals.  Animal massage is not just petting it is a purposeful touch applied to the muscles and skin of the animal for a specific outcome.  That outcome could be related to age, illness or competition.

Benefits of Canine Massage

• increases flexibility in older, arthritic dogs
• pre and post event.....dog shows, races
• pre surgery to calm the animal
• post surgery helps release anesthesia from the body & promote healing
• pain relief from a sprain, arthritis or hip problems
• improves circluation
• calms abused animals by introducing them to non-threatening touch
• good for fast growing breeds such as Great Danes & Newfoundlands
• improves immune system by stimulating lymphatic circulation and removing toxins                                                                                  

Canine massage fees begin at $40 per session, according to time spent and treatment.  Sessions usually last 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the dog. 

 Pat's training and certification was obtained from Integrated Touch Therapy for Animals in Circleville,Ohio.  She is currently enrolled at Tallgrass Animal Acupressure Institute in Larkspur,Colorado studying canine acupressure.  Pat is a member of the Humane Society of the United States and Best Friends Animal Sanctuary.  She is involved with K9Rescue (K9rescue.com) which is the dachsund rescue where she found her last two senior rescues.  Ben is pictured below.