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Over time, you’ll be able to communicate with your dog through your hands. “With massage, eventually your hands do the talking,” says Brandenburg. “It’s a very cool thing when that starts to happen, and that trust builds.” Speak calmly and reassuringly to your dog during this time. There’s no need to repeat the above process on the other side, just let your best friend be calm and enjoy their newly-relaxed state.

It’s also important to monitor your dog’s body language. A dog who is enjoying the massage will stretch, lean into your hands and be calm to the point of falling asleep, says Brandenburg. There are some gentle dog massage techniques you can safely try at home to aid your dog’s relaxation and deepen the bond between you and your pet. Galen Myotherapy is a branch of clinical canine massage that can identify and help a range of muscular and associated compensatory issues in dogs.If your pet’s muscles are warmed up after a short walk, it can make your dog more receptive to massage. A pet-specific warming blanket or pad can help make your dog extra comfortable (but please avoid hot water bottles). Music In this way, you can prevent physical issues with your doggo’s body before they get worse. #4: Raking Canine Massage Therapy lowers the fight flight or freeze response by stimulating the rest and digest response. This calms the mind, allowing your dog the time and space they require for them to process emotional distress and cope with the world around them. Your dog will feel calm and relaxed in their body. Massage therapy increases circulation. Normally, this is a really great thing. However, you may not want to increase circulation when a fever, infection or neoplasia are present. Increased circulation may potentially exacerbate the severity of these. Has your dog been diagnosed with an orthopaedic condition such as arthritis, hip/elbow dysplasia, spondylosis, luxating patella or cruciate ligament tear?

You want to use a low, calming voice,” she instructs. “You have to bring the animal into your quiet space.” Advanced Palpation Routine – Learn how to guide your hands over the body to detect Muscular Injury And Myofascial Dysfunction as you learn a structured way of reading the body with the Art of Informed Touch. Reading Skeletal Landmarks, Veins, Arteries, Fascia both Deep and Superficial and Muscle with the fingertips is an Advanced Skill that requires months and months or practice to become competent. The Practitioner Programme focuses heavily on developing this skill with Palpation Practice and Palpation Drills regularly in place as well as Tutor Assessment and one on one help and guidance. An online video library of some preparation techniques to assist you to establish a strong foundation ready for the in person practicals where we continue building on this to develop your skills with advanced massage, the Lenton Method and myofascial release With your hand and fingers flat, start just above your dog’s nose and gently slide your hand between their eyes, over the top of their head, following the direction of their fur. All of this plus all the in-person practical days, real clinic days with visiting clients, hands on coaching to make you the best therapist possible and achieve results in 1-3 sessions. We are the only school to teach the scientifically proven Lenton Method® of canine massage therapy as published in the Vet Record by the British Veterinary Journal.

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We also offer ‘The WIP’, or the Workshop Instructor Programme (WIP) for Canine Massage Guild Members who want to pass on their knowledge, experience and passion to owners and their dogs by delivering our 2 flagship workshops; Beginners Guide to Canine Massage and Pre & Post Event K9 Massage. The WIP License provides a clear route for career progression and skills development** Without muscle there is no movement and it’s the tissue that is most likely to accrue injuries, stress and overcompensate for orthopaedic issues. But did you know that it can be beneficial for our four-legged friends as well? In veterinary medicine, dog massage therapy is used as a complementary therapy to help treat health issues from arthritis to certain injuries. How Can Dog Massage Therapy Benefit Your Pet? If your dog still displays signs of anxiety after your massage, here are a few things to do. Exercise Looking for a career change with the 2 year Practitioner Programme or a self interest one day Beginner workshop in your area?

Fascinating Home Study Modules – 11 Home Study Modules give the student in depth knowledge of the dogs Anatomy and Physiology as well as Orthopaedic, Muscular and Neurological Pathologies. Gait Analysis, Massage Theory and a Business Awareness Module to help begin mentoring the student into setting up their own successful Canine Massage Practice. Helping treat and slow progression of changes with arthritis and hip dysplasia (hip dysplasia cannot be 100% prevented as it is mostly genetic or caused by early age growth issues) Whether you are searching for information on how massage may help your dog, want to locate a therapist in your area, are looking for a new career in canine massage, or would like to bring your own dog along to a 1 day workshop, we’ve got it covered. With your dog lying on its side, use your fingers to find the gaps in between their ribs. Then, make small up-and-down vibrating movements that help to stimulate the intercostal muscles in between the ribs.So if your dog experiences anxiety when meeting other dogs, the best thing to do is move your pooch to a safe place. Do a few commands If your pet has high blood pressure or under-performing body functions. Massaging your pet regularly can help improve his/her circulation and decrease blood pressure. Along with improved circulation, pet massages have the potential to aid digestion and enhance breathing! Consider grooming your dog as part of your massage session. Since your dog is already calm and relaxed, it might be a good time to groom him as well. [7] X Expert Source Marie Lin Consensual touch is really important as you begin to introduce massage therapy to your dog. Consensual bodywork allows for deeper results to be achieved, and keeps you and your pup safe. Watch your dog’s body language and reaction to assess whether your touch is consensual. Signs that your dog may be nervous or stressed include panting, growling, walking away, shaking or yawning. If you notice that your dog is stressed, stop the massage and restart at a later time. If you have any concerns or want to discuss if myotherapy is right for your dog, get in touch with me.