
Healthy
Critters Canine Massage
’Healing Hands Make Healthy Critters’
Is your critter:
* recovering from injury or surgery * sore, tense or
uncomfortable * a competitive athlete * arthritic
* slowing down * stressed or anxious * overweight * nervous or
shy * young, old, or in-between?
Definition
of Massage
Massage is the treatment and practice of manual manipulation of tissue in order
to obtain a specific physical response.
Purpose
of Massage
Massage involves direct manual manipulation of muscles, tendons, ligaments and
joints of the body to improve circulation, range of motion and elasticity.
Massage can also alleviate pain and reduce general physical tension.
Benefits
of Massage
* increase circulation * improve mobility * promotes
relaxation * stimulates the nervous system
* helps break down fat * improves lung condition, therefore improving
respiration * nourishes the skin
*reduces stiffness and swelling * reduces stress
*improve general health and well-being
The Treatment
Process
Upon initial assessment, owner will be required to complete a very detailed
questionnaire regarding the dog. An evaluation will then be done of the animals
gait and stance, focusing mainly on any problematic areas or imbalances of the
body. Sessions will be done in your home where your animal is most comfortable.
For More
Information Please Contact
Laurie Spratt:
Certified Canine Massotherapist
519-846-0903 or 519-362-4139
healthycritters@sympatico.ca
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