All dogs benefit from the therapeutic effects of massage: The young, old, athletic, arthritic, healthy, lame, rehabilitating, hyper-active and easy going. Continue to provide the best for your pet through massage and help prevent injuries by increasing flexibility, loosen muscle fibers, heal scar tissue and balance the body.
About Mary
Mary lives in New Hampshire with her three
labrador retrievers - Willow, Nash and
Pearl. She has over 20 years of canine
experience. This experience ranges from
employment in a veterinary hospital in Guilford,
CT to serving as an agility instructor, culminating
with the last eight years competing in agility, hunt
tests and other performance events.
Degree and Certification
Canine Massage Therapy Certification:
Bancroft School of Massage Therapy Animal
Program
Worcester, MA
Bachelor of Science:
Physical education and Exercise science
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How dogs respond to massage
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Dogs enjoy massage therapy as much as human.
* Most dogs are curious about what is happenign during their first massage, while other dogs my display suspicious attitudes
* After two or three massage sessions, a dog undertstands what to expect.
* Massage and dogs is about reading body language. the dog reads my body language and hand movements, while I read the dog's response. A dog communicates through muscle twitching, facial expressions, ear position, tongue licking and yawning.
* Some dogs enjoy a light gentle touch, while others prefer deep heavy massage. A massage begins with gentle strokes and gradually increasing pressure and depth helps determine a dog's tolerance level.
* Dogs who experience touch shyness, improper handling, and lack human bonding may takelonger to adjust to massage therapy. Short massage sessions, patience, time and love will help these dogs considerably.