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What is Pet Massage Therapy?
The Therapeutic application of hands on massage techniques to the muscular system, which aids in relief of muscle spasms, promotes healing and enhances muscle tone. The stimulation massage provides to the muscles causes the brain to release the natural “feel good” chemicals called endorphins which leaves your pet "feeling good" all over.
How Will Massage Therapy Benefit My Pet?
- Helps to maintain wellness
- Minimizes or Relieves pain in tense or over worked muscles
- Reduces stress & tension
- Maintains & Restores Flexibility/Mobility
- Increases Blood & Lymph circulation, crucial in keeping necessary blood & oxygen supplied nutrients & proteins needed for normal cell growth and the immune system
- Helps relieve stiffness and joint discomfort
- Helps build trust and bonding
- Respiratory Benefits – Certain breeds of dogs are more susceptible to respiratory problems: Boxers, Bulldogs and Shih Tzus for example have small nasal tracts, that affect air intake & sinuses. Massage can enhance breathing ability
How Will Pet Massage Benefit You?
- Assists you in assessing your pet’s temperature, pulse, respiration, skin texture and muscle tightness
- Strengthens the bond you share with your pet
Massage Therapy and Your Older Dog
- Older dogs with reduced activity levels develop pressure sores near bony areas where there is lack of circulation use of massage encourages circulation in and around these areas
- Older dogs can maintain their flexibility by aiding them with joint movement through massage sessions
- Massage can help relieve some pain and discomfort naturally without drugs
- Massage aids in the emotional and physical adjustments of the aging process
