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- improve blood and lymph circulation
- reduce anxiety and build trust
- reduce tight muscles, spasms, and improve muscle tone
- speed healing time
- improve skin and coat
- increase flexibility, gait and movement
- refresh after traveling or crating
- aid the respiratory function
- improve energy
- lessen discomfort from hip dysphasia and arthritis
Petting and stoking is a crucial part of the human-canine relationship. Massage takes your relationship to a deeper level through this hands-on bodywork, which enhances total well-being. It’s a deliberate way of touching that is methodical and specific to areas of the body for a response of relaxation and comfort.
Whether your canine companion is an athlete or a couch potato, massage promotes the body’s well-being. For the athlete a sports massage can be either invigorating before an event, or be soothing and rebuilding after the event. It’s a way of attaining top performance, while protecting your friend’s level of fitness to avoid injury during competitive events. For the less active canine, revitalized blood circulation from massage will give a terrific energy boost.
Massage is a wonderful health enhancer for canines and all ages. For the older, it’s excellent for soothing achy or stiff muscles while stimulating internal body functions. It helps with ease of movement, instills a sense of peacefulness and helps towards restful sleep. What a special way to show our senior that we care and appreciate their many years of friendship.
And last but not least, what about the most endearing creatures on earth--- the puppy? Touch is an essential element in a young animals life, and massage on a regular basis builds a strong bond between the canine companion and guardian. During growth time, puppies can experience joint and muscle stress as their bones are developing, and massage helps to ease the discomfort of growing pains.
Massage is a nurturing, preventative, natural approach to canine health that can be safely added to most any animal partner’s care regimen. However, it is not a substitute for veterinary care. It’s a good idea to check with your Veterinarian before beginning a massage program.
If you want to incorporate massage into your animal companion’s care, there are several educational resources to learn the art of canine massage. For the sake of your companion's safety, it’s best to be trained by a certified massage provider.
To schedule a massage, training session or purchase the video, please contact Linda of InTune Groom linda@intunegroom.com
For additional articles on massage, to arrange a feline massage appointment, and for in-home massage sessions in New England, visit Paws That Matter at www.pawsthatmatter.com
1 massage $45.00
3 massage package $129.00
5 massage package $200.00
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