When people hear canine massage, they often think of senior dogs with arthritis or dogs recovering from an injury. The truth is, one of the best times to start canine massage therapy is before your dog ever has a problem. As a canine massage therapist, I work with dogs of all ages and it's often the young, active dogs that surprise owners the most. They may look perfectly healthy on the outside, but a hands-on assessment can reveal tight muscles, areas of tension, or compensation patterns...

Learn Two Safe Massage Techniques You Can Use at Home to Help Your Dog Feel Their Best Whether your dog is a weekend hiking buddy, a senior companion, or a competitive canine athlete, dog massage is one of the easiest ways to support their comfort, mobility and overall well-being. Many people think they can't learn how to massage their dog at home. While advanced assessment and treatment require specialized training, there are several safe techniques that every dog owner can learn to help...

When most people think about dog massage, they picture an older dog slowing down with age maybe a dog with arthritis who struggles to get up after a long nap or seems stiff on walks. While massage can certainly help senior dogs stay comfortable and mobile, that's not actually the majority of dogs I see. Many of my clients are young, active dogs. They're agility dogs, IGP dogs, flyball dogs, dock divers, hiking companions and energetic family pets that spend their days running, jumping,...