Your Dog’s Health: Q&A
Why should canines be massaged instead of humans?
Canines tolerate stress, tension, pain unseen to the naked eye with the possibility of no relief in sight.
Does massage help with hip displaysia and arthritis?
Yes. Massage is a pain management regime which generally minimizes the inflammation in joints.
If my dog is on medication will massage still be beneficial
Most definitely it is an ideal barometer that monitors the overall well being of a dog while under medication.
How does massage help my dog who has lost his eyesight?
Through massage your dog’s senses are heightened within himself and his surrounding environment
Can massage help with epilepsy?
Yes. As massage works through the cranium and the sensory nervous system we can bring relief which allows the animal to lead as normal life as possible
Is massage important for my puppy?
At an early age massage is vital. Believe it or not it’ irons out the wrinkles’ that may go unnoticed leading to problems down the road.
Will massage help my dog that has cancer?
No. Massage is not appropriate for a dog suffering from cancer.
If my dog has lumps what does it mean? What should I do?
Investigate them with your vet and if non cancerous massage can help control the size.
Does massage help with the digestive tract?
Absolutely, since massage can bring comfort and relief in the metabolic waste area.
Why would my dog be stressed?
A lot of stress related problems with dogs are transferred from interaction with humans and their environment.
Does massage help dogs who have signs of agression/fear?
A repetition of specific techniques can turn around a negative attitude that is present in the relationship between dog and owner. Each situation is different and demands individual assessments through in depth massage.