Benefits of Massage
Massage helps in the healing process and while it does not cure specific problems, it will allow the body to improve the efficiency of its functions allowing healing to occur from the inside out. There are many benefits associated with Massage:
- Health promotion and injury prevention
- Relief from soreness and stiff muscles
- Increased circulation of blood and lymph
- Pain reduction/endorphin release
- Stress reduction/relaxation
- Improved body awareness
- Emotional calming
- Reduced injury recovery time
- Increased trust and bonding with humans
- Improved physical abilities and athletic performance
- Increased range of motion and flexibility
- Improved skin and coat condition
- Early detection of possible health changes
- Improved general health and well-being
IMPORTANT: Canine Massage is not a replacement for Veterinary treatment. Any injured or ill dog must been assessed by a Veterinarian prior to Massage. We will work closely with your Veterinarian for optimal healing.
Pawsitive Spirit
215 Mary Anne Drive
Barrie, Ontario, Canada
L4N 4T1
Tel: 705.725.0665
Fax: 705.721-8474
The Treatment Process
During the initial consultation, you will be asked to complete a detailed health questionnaire. Your dog's gait and movement will then be evaluated from the front, side and back and assessed for imbalances and irregularities. The goals of the massage will then be discussed and a customized massage session will commence. This will include various massage techniques, together with both passive and active stretching. Massages can be performed on a dog that is sitting, standing or lying down. The comfort and ease of our canine client is our first priority!
Treatment Fees
- Initial Consultation & Massage:$65.00
- Follow-up Massages: $40.00 - $65.00
- Sports Warm Up/Cool Down: $10.00 per 10 minutes
Where are Treatments Available?
- In your own home
- At your stable or farm
- In our office - Pawsitive Spirit - 215 Mary Anne Dr (Barrie. Ont.)
- Aldergrove Animal Clinic - 495 Yonge St (Barrie, Ont.)
- At select Agility Trial locations - contact us for details
- Outreach visits may incur a travel fee and will be discussed at the time of booking
Meet our Practitioner:
Debra J. Lappano, RMT, RP, CCMP
Registered Reiki Master Teacher/Practitioner
Certified Canine Massage Practitioner
Debra's journey to healing energy started many years ago when she was very involved with horses. In 1979, she completed training in T-Touch (Tellington Therapeutic Touch) and started to see amazing results in the horses that she worked with. Many years later, she discovered Reiki. She was intrigued and excited to start upon this special journey to further experience Universal Life Energy. After spending quite some time reading and researching, a connection was made with a wonderful Reiki Master and training commenced. In 2002, Debra was initiated in the First Degree of the Usui System of Reiki Healing. A year later, ready to further her training, she was initiated into the Second Degree of Reiki and in 2006 completed her Third Degree Reiki and was attuned as a Reiki Master. In 2007, Debra added Canine Massage to her range of healing modalities. Today, as a Registered Reiki Practitioner and Certified Canine Massage Practitioner, Debra's practice encompasses working with animals, adults and children. The journey continues...
Attn Pet Owners - your Pet Insurance plan may reimburse you for your pet's Reiki and Massage Therapy treatments. Ask us how!
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CANINE MASSAGE ...
Petting with a Purpose!
What is Massage?
Massage is an ancient healing art involving the systematic and therapeutic manipulation of soft tissues of the body. Massage is purposeful touch - it influences body, mind and spirit! The role of the Canine Massage Practitioner is to provide an atmosphere conducive to healing and to facilitate the healing process.
What Dogs Would Benefit from Massage?
Massage enhances the general health and wellness of any animal. Dogs of all sizes, age, breed and activity level would benefit from massage:
- Canine athletes -- dogs participating in performance activities such as Agility, Flyball, Herding, Rally-O, Obedience, Lure Coursing, Field trials,....
- Dogs with jobs -- Service dogs, Therapy dogs, Police dogs, Search & Rescue dogs, ...
- Dogs recovering from illness, surgery or injury
- Elderly dogs
- Puppies
- Dogs in need of hospice care
- Rescued or newly adopted dogs
- Nervous or shy dogs
- Dogs with a history of abuse, neglect or abandonment
How Do I Book An Appointment?
Call: Pawsitive Spirit (705) 725-0665
Pawsitive Spirit (705) 725-0665 Call: Aldergrove Animal Clinic (705) 726-5031
Aldergrove Animal Clinic (705) 726-5031Email: pawsitivespirit@rogers.com
Canine Massage
Therapy
Purposeful touch reconnecting mind ~ body & spirit!
YOUR DOG WILL
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Just about every dog will benefit from massage!
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TYPES OF MASSAGE
Sports Massage
Like human athletes, canine athletes can benefit from pre-event and post-event massage. The benefits are primarily that of a physical nature. Sports massage performed prior to competition will elicit warm muscles and joints that are less likely to become injured and will be able to perform at an optimum level. Massage performed after competition will release performance tension, clear tissues of waste products and relieve soreness and muscle aches. Canine athletes will also benefit from ongoing maintenance massages.
Rehabilitation Massage
Working closely with your Veterinarian, post-injury and post-surgery massage will assist in the healing process and shorten the time required for soft tissue injury rehabilitation. Massage can make a significant improvement in the healing of strains, sprains, torn muscles, tendons or ligaments, post operative hip replacement, chronic lameness and trauma. When there have been broken limbs, massage will assist with rebalancing the physical compensation that will occur as a result of a fracture. In addition, after surgery, massage can help ease the waking-up process and assist with releasing the anesthetic.
Palliative Care/Geriatric Massage
Massage is extemely beneficial for senior dogs. Arthritis, muscle atrophy, decreased nerve action, diminished mental function, circulatory problems and other aging issues can all be helped with massage. In addition, our canine clients will feel more energetic and even rejuvenated after their massage. The increase in blood circulation will help to improve the condition of a senior dog's coat and skin and the increase in body temperature will warm muscles and allow for easier movement.
Relaxation Massage
Massage can play a major role in the reduction of stress and tension for canines, just as it does for humans. A relaxing massage will provide a sense of calm and emotional balancing for dogs that are under stress. It can be highly effective in increasing the level of trust between humans and dogs that have been abused or neglected. Dogs that have behavioral and/or training challenges will also benefit from massage as the emotional calming will produce a state of mind that is more conducive to learning and can make training much more enjoyable and less stressful.
Puppy Massage
We all know that puppies enjoy being touched, but what we may not think about is that the physical effects of muscle relaxation and increased flexibility can be very important for young animals, especially for the larger breed puppies. The different rate of growth of muscles and bones can often produce pain and lameness in young pups. Massage will allow the stretched muscle to relax and the release of endorphins will help reduce the aches and pains of growing. In addition, young animals will also benefit from the emotional, behavioral and social aspects of massage.
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