What is Canine Massage?

Canine massage therapy & rehabilitation can help to improve your dog’s mobility, recovery from injury and performance. Massage techniques are used to reduce muscular pain and inflammation and promote relaxation. Targeted exercise plans and lifestyle changes can be recommended to support your dog.

Massage can benefit all dogs but may be especially helpful in supporting the following conditions:

Osteoarthritis
Hip & Elbow dysplasia
Cruciate injuries
Spondylitis
Muscular injuries
Compensatory issues
Chronic pain
Pre and Post Event Massage for working and sporting dogs
Anxious dogs

A clinical trial has shown that canine massage therapy may effectively reduce pain severity in dogs.

If you have noticed any of the following in your dog massage may be beneficial:

Lameness or limping
Yelping or crying when touched
Reluctance to be stroked or groomed
Changes to gait
Difficulty going up or down the stairs, or jumping on and off the sofa, into or out of the car?
Performance changes in working or sporting dogs
Increase in anxiety or changes in behaviour
Nibbling or chewing paws or limbs
Reluctant to go for walks or walking more slowly

Canine massage therapy is a complementary therapy and should be used alongside veterinary advice.