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Canine Therapeutic Massage
Canine massage is intended to be a complementary wellness practice and is not a substitute for professional veterinary care, medical diagnosis, or clinical treatment.
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Before beginning any massage program, you must obtain approval from your veterinarian to ensure the therapy is safe for your dog’s specific health profile.
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Massage therapists are not veterinarians. They do not diagnose medical conditions, perform surgery, or prescribe medications or supplements.
What is Canine Massage
Canine massage is an exciting therapeutic practice that focuses on the intentional manipulation of your dog's soft tissues—like muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia—to boost their physical healing and emotional happiness! Unlike just casual petting, this amazing technique employs special hands-on methods adapted from human massage, resulting in remarkable physiological changes in your furry friend's body. Give your dog the gift of relaxation and well-being!
Core Meaning and Purpose
This practice bridges traditional veterinary medicine and holistic wellness, serving as a non-invasive health management tool. It functions on enhancing circulation and stimulating the nervous. - Massage helps aid in recovery from injuries, surgeries, or chronic conditions like arthritis.
Therapeutic Benefits
Physical Health
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Pain Relief: Stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's natural painkillers, to alleviate discomfort from conditions like hip dysplasia or muscle strains.
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Improved Mobility: Loosens tight muscles and increases joint flexibility, which is particularly life-changing for senior dogs who may regain the ability to walk more easily.
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Enhanced Circulation: Increases blood and lymphatic flow, delivering oxygen to tissues and helping the body flush out metabolic waste and toxins.
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Faster Recovery: Reduces inflammation and swelling post-surgery, helping tissues repair more quickly.
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Early Detection: Regular sessions help owners become familiar with their dog's body, making it easier to spot new lumps, heat, or sensitive spots early.
Therapeutic Benefits
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Stress Reduction: Lowers levels of cortisol (a stress hormone) and triggers the parasympathetic nervous system to move the dog into a "rest and digest" state.
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Anxiety Management: Helps calm dogs with separation anxiety, noise phobias, or a history of trauma by teaching their bodies how to relax.
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Trust Building: Beneficial for rescue dogs or those with a "fear of touch," as gentle, intentional contact builds a positive association with human connection.
Plans
Let's relax and heal!
Our sessions last about 45 minutes.
One Session
$75
Five Sessions
$350
Save $25
Ten Sessions
$700
Save $50
