Canine Massage

What are the benefits of Animal Massage? How is it done?

I highly recommend taking a "human" massage therapy class before attempting massage on an animal. If you would like to try please and I stress this - be gentle!

Massage Therapy, which originated thousands of years ago, has long been used for relaxation, pain management, and natural healing. It entails using varied strokes, pressures, and techniques on the muscles and soft tissue structures of the body to effect a positive and healing change. Because of both its therapeutic and relaxation value, Massage Therapy has recently experienced a tremendous growth in popularity.  Massage Therapy is one of the most powerful tools for relaxation and natural healing available.

What are benefits of massage?

The touch of a hand is soothing and relaxing. When massage techniques are properly applied they can help tone muscles of the less active pets, release muscles spasms, decrease soreness and pain associated with arthritis, hip-dysplasia and some spinal problems. As well, massage helps increase the removal of metabolic waste products, decrease swelling and accelerate the healing process by stimulating blood circulation and lymph flow. Massage is also beneficial for calming the hyperactive pet and those with temperament problems, particularly those with a history of past abuse or trauma. Massage can also be used before entering the show ring to calm your dog.

For an in home consultation in the Victoria (Vancouver Island, B.C. Canada) area - please email me inquiry@aurorakennel.com