Receiving canine massage can be a very therapeutic experience.  However, each dog understands touch in a different way.  Introductory sessions can create excitement or even a little uncertainty at first.  This is natural as the pet and therapist are probably meeting for the first time!  We will discuss concerns and questions you may have along with any injuries or past surgeries the pet has experienced.  The owner is always welcome to stay during a session.   As each session concludes, the pet begins to understand that they have a job when they visit me.  That is, to soak it all in and relax!
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The benefits of therapeutic canine massage are endless. When massage is used in conjunction with chiropractic and veterinary care, it can provide relief from similar, everyday chronic ailments that plague us humans.  These include: arthritis, postural deviations, trigger points or sore muscles, tension and stress and swollen, achy joints. It can especially be beneficial with recovery post-surgery.

Some improvements can be noticed immediately after a successful session.  Visible and palpable changes can include: deep relaxation, improved gait and posture, more active stretching at home, quicker recovery time from injury or surgery, better range of motion and flexibility, increase in athletic performance, and relief from pain and swelling in tissues.  Also know that massage can provide comfort for pets during end of life.

20min Canine Massage with Kristina Dodge: $50

Kristina’s hours are   Sundays  10:30a-1p,   Tuesdays  9a-1p, and   Thursdays  10a-12p