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Q: Is there a difference between massage and petting?
I pet my animal all the time.
A:
It's great that you pet your animal! Have you ever
noticed the difference when a friend massages your
shoulders compared to when a trained massage therapist
massages your shoulders? The difference is in the
training and your pet will feel the difference too.
It is the
deliberate and focused manual manipulation of muscles
and joints to improve their condition and function.
Q: Do pets enjoy massage?
A:
Yes! By their nature, animals are very aware of their
bodies and appreciate this type of touch once they have
been introduced to massage. Pets also communicate their
appreciation of the massage through their body
language. Cats will purr or rub against the person
massaging them. Dogs will lick the practitioner's hands
or yawn during the session.
Q: Do I need to prepare my pet for a massage?
A:
Please make sure your pet has gone to the bathroom prior
to the massage and that they haven't just eaten prior to
the session.
Q: When is massage not recommended?
A:
Massage will not be done in the following situations:
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Medical situations
such as shock, fever, or heatstroke
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Over open wounds
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If kidney or liver
disease is present
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If the pet or
person doesn't want it
If you have any
questions or concerns about whether or not massage is
appropriate, please
contact me.
Q: What can be done if massage is not recommended?
A:
If your pet is not a good candidate for massage, energy
work
, flower essences, essential oils and other forms of
vibrational medicine
or energy balancing can
be used in these situations.
Q: Is massage a substitute for medical care?
A:
No. Massage is not a substitute for proper medical care
for people or for pets. Consult your medical provider
as needed. Massage is a great complimentary modality to
medical care.
Q: What are the
benefits of Massage?
A:
Massage can benefit all dogs. If your dog is suffering
from musculoskeletal issues, a competitive athlete,
hyperactive, stressed or anxious, arthritic, a weekend
warrior, overweight, young, old or in between, he or she
is a good candidate for massage. Together we can decide
what treatment is best for you pet. Benefits include;
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Reduction
of muscle tension and the potential for injury
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Improvement in Range of Motion (ROM)
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Increase
in circulation to promote healing and overall wellness
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Reduction
in pain and discomfort from muscular imbalance
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Improvement in overall muscular balance and system
function
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Increase
in muscle tone and reduction of atrophy
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Improvement in condition of skin and coat
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Reduction
in recovery time from injury or surgery
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Reduction
of lactic acid build-up, lactic acid is what makes
muscles sore
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Improvement in athletic performance
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Reduction
in stress and tension
Q: What is Flower
Essence?
A: A flower essence is a vibrational solution containing the energetic imprint of
a particular flower or group of flowers. Flower essences
are generally prepared by exposing flowers in a bowl of
pure water to the sun for a specific amount of time.
Either wildflowers or garden blossoms may be used. The
initial sun infusion is then diluted and preserved.
Flower
essences act on the electrical systems of our animal
companions. These electrical systems must function
properly if our pets are to be healthy. Illness, stress,
environmental factors, and aging
can cause these systems
to malfunction, leading to aches and pains and further
illness. The healing energy of flower essences can
stimulate the rebalancing of an animal's electrical
system, leading to the resolution of associated physical
symptoms. When used preventatively, flower essences can
repair electrical imbalances before they result in
physical symptoms.
If you have
additional questions please call 615-730-9320 or email
me.
Pet Massage is NOT a replacement for proper
veterinary treatment. Any injured or ill dog must be treated by
a veterinarian prior to the initiation of a massage program.
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