THE WELLNESS CONTINUUM
PUPPIES &TEEN AGERS - A loving touch is all a puppy needs. Paying special attention to massaging the gums, the toes of little feet, face, tummy and hindquarters will give them greater confidence and trust for future grooming and care. Massage for “teen-age pups” can be helpful for growing pains and assessing for muscle and joint development. Relaxing into a massage encourages relaxation and a sense of well-being. |
HEALTHY ANIMAL IN PRIME OF LIFE -The intentional massage of muscles and connective tissue assists all the body systems maintain healthy functioning. Body systems include: vascular, cardiac, respiratory, intestinal, skeletal, muscular, reproductive, endocrine & nervous system. In this time of rising healthcare costs, using massage therapy to maintain physical and emotional health for pets is economic good sense. |
ATHLETES, SEARCH & RESCUE - Sports massage was developed by physicians responsible for the care of ancient roman athletes. Animals involved in competition experience the same needs as their human counterparts. Dog athletes benefit from pre-event, event and post-event to strengthen enhance and restore their muscles. |
ASSISTANCE ANIMAL - Assist animals have very special needs. They function on hyper-alert which requires a higher level of stress then a non-assist dog. Animals hold stress in different muscle areas just as their human counterparts. Massage is invaluable to the physical and emotional well-being of these unique givers. |
COUCH POTATO - Poor circulation results from lack of muscle movement. Muscles must contract and lengthen in order to move blood, nutrients and toxins through muscles and organs. Pooling of fluids in the extremities is a result of limited movement. Muscle injury can result from sudden demands upon muscles that are inadequately hydrated and systemically ready for movement. Massage will give a metabolic boost to our less than active |
It is always sad to have our pet diagnosed with a disease. Massage is an invaluable adjunct to the medical care required to maintain quality of life. |
Massage techniques are very effective in supporting the healing process. Methods such as deswelling, hydrotherapy (hot/cold application), ROM, & stretching at the okay of your veterinarian. Massage will address compensatory stress on other muscles and joints. |
Animals hold stress in different areas of their body just as humans. Assessing and providing massage during times of stress will help support their immune system to protect them from disease and minimize the potential of injury. |
Massage is very effective to our canine elders. Decreased circulation, poor appetite, loss of joint mobility & muscle tone can make them vulnerable to disease and disorders. Regular massage will bring a quality of life to the autumn years of our pets, helping them maintain their independence and dignity. |
Non-circulatory techniques of massage assist an animal move from life to death with peace, grace and dignity. Touch provides comfort they so richly deserve. |
