Hi everybody, [sm=wave.gif]
I just wondered if anyone has come across/trained in canine massage? I know it's really popular in the States, but very new to the UK. I work with rescue dogs and am looking for something I can use with them. I've done a 2day TTouch workshop (loved it!) so I use some basic touches and they seem to really like it, but then saw an article in 'Dogs Today' about a company in Devon who run training courses for equine and canine massage. I'm qualified in ITEC A&P/holistic massage and as I love working with animals, I just thought it would be a natural progression. I have started mentioning it to people - expecting to be laughed at, but (apart from the odd comment), most people seem to think it's a good idea.
I thought it would be a good way of allowing new owners to bond with their adopted pooches.
I'd be interested in any thoughts you may have.
Thanks in advance,
Jo 😀
RE: Canine Massage ...........
I think it's a wonderful idea. I massage my cat who has a dodgy shoulder and she really loves it! Basically most things from the States usually end up over here so I imagine it will catch on. Good luck! Lisax
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I haven't found anywhere over here which offers animal masasge courses.
I really have to finish my little book of cat massage.. it's crying out to be finished!
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Hi Gussie - I've got a cat massage book as well - is your's by nicky routledge? My two cats love it! I've found a company in Devon who do animal massage courses, through the article in Dogs Today, so I asked them for some info. Then 2 days later I met a really nice lady on my TTouch course who was doing the equine course with the same company - a nice bit of synchronicity!
Bird - thanks for the encouragement, one of my cats is getting on a bit and she loves a massage, I'm convinced it's helping with her mobility.
Jo
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RE: Canine Massage ...........
I'm sure it helps my cat's mobility too and she just loves it! Let us know how you get on with this - Lisax