Pawsitive Energy Canine Massage   Jennifer M. Flanigan, LMT  USUI Reiki Level II 

Contact - (603) 801-7042 pawsitive-energy@comcast.net. Besides the physical benefits -- increased circulation, mobility and flexibility, reduced pain and stress, removal of toxins -- a massage just makes you feel good.  Massage can also be helpful for dogs recovering from surgery, for those with muscle degeneration and for older, arthritic dogs.

Benefits of Therapeutic Canine Massage

1. Calms the Dogs and helps with emotional and behaviorial issues :  It has been proven by experts that dogs will bark and make noise more when they are restless, tense, hyperactive or aggressive. A good massage therefore helps them relax and ultimately makes them quieter.  Without a regular dose of massage there is a tendency that your dog can be harsh and aggressive to people, especially when the children play with the dog too much and too roughly.

2. Eases Sore Muscles  - Just as humans feel a lot of relief to their aching muscles after a good massage, the same happens to your dog. Extremely beneficial for athletic dogs; even for pet dogs who workout of a regular basis as massages strengthen your dog’s muscles.

3. Increases Immune System - Gentle massage triggers the chemicals called cytokines. These chemicals affect the dog’s hormonal system which brings down the level of stress hormones that weaken the immune system.

4. Improves Blood and Lymph Circulation - It stimulates blood circulation which then increases the amount of oxygen that reaches tissue and flushes out toxins and waste. Great on dogs suffering from obesity.

5. Disperses Pain - At the spot of the massage, it induces cells to release cytokines and then instructs the brain to release pain-killing endorphins.

6. Releases Stress - When adolescent dogs are introduced to routine massage experience less stress when they become older therefore increases his immune system to fight some common aging aliments.

7. Aids Injuries - Certain injuries that your dog has can be treated effectively with a good massage. For examples, injured tissues or arthritis tissues. It restores mobility and flexibility.

Please note: Recovering injuries should only be administered by a registered dog therapist. Do not attempt to administer it without any knowledge of canine anatomy.

8. Builds Trust  - It helps to build trust and makes you aware of subtle changes in your dog’s physical conditions that maybe overlook during regular grooming sessions.

9. Heightens Concentration and Alertness - It helps to improve your dog’s performance and concentration during obedience training or tricks training.

10. Promotes Longevity - Don’t we all want our best friends to live a longer and aliment-free lifestyle? Not only it improves and maintains his overall health, it also invigorates all dogs to want to stay longer with their caring owners - You.

Reprinted from :  http://www.smalldogsparadise.com/

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 www.massagetherapy.com   This is a massage information site, includes information about varying techniques, what you should expect and what the benefits of massage are.

  Consumers guide to Therapeutic Massage http://www.ncbtmb.com/consumers_guide.htm  This site explains why National Certification is so important in today's massage therapists.

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